Barrington Public Library - Part-Time Library Assistant (Makerspace)Barrington Public Library seeks a candidate for the part-time, 15-hour a week position of Library Assistant to aid in the operation of the library’s new “Makerspace Studio.” Additional on-call hours in the Children’s Department may also be available.Pay rate is $17.00 per hourResponsibilities and Duties:Become proficient in a variety of makerspace tools.Manage patron access to the makerspace (checking-in, tracking usage) during open hours.Actively engage with patrons and educate them on makerspace concepts.Clearly instruct proper use of library tools and equipment.Ensure all equipment is shut down properly and left in good working order.Qualifications:Demonstrated competency in computer use including internet, emai ...

Working with RILINK staff, RILINKExecutive Director is responsible for overall services to the member libraries as well asbudgeting and billing.The Executive Director's responsibilities also include planning and development, publicity, and grant writing. ...

Executive Director, RILINK (Rhode Island Library Information Network for Kids)RILINK is a consortium of 200+ school libraries formed for the purpose of resource sharing and shared library automation. The Executive Director is responsible for overall services to the member libraries as well as budgeting and billing. Responsibilities also include planning and development, publicity, and grant writing. This is a part-time position, and the starting date is July 1, 2022. Find more information or to apply online-https://rilink.libwizard.com/f/application. ...

The Town of Dover, MA (6,300 population) is seeking a dynamic and visionary Director for its nationally recognized library. The Director manages and oversees the daily operation of the library services, team and its facilities. The Director works in close cooperation with the Trustees, serving as an advisor and as an active participant in policy and budget development, goal setting, planning, and oversight of all services offered to the patrons of the library. The Library Director reports to the Board of Library Trustees and carries out job duties in accordance with established laws, regulations and policies in collaboration with the Town Administrator.Requires a Master of Library Science degree from an ALA accredited graduate school and a Certificate of Professional Librarianship issued b ...

This full-time, 37.5 hours/week job is based at thebeautiful Central Library. The Supervisor works collaboratively with the Manager of Adult & Youth Information Services and a team of seven librarians. The Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operation and scheduling of the adult reference desks at the Central Library, and they assist the Manager in planning system-wide adult services goals and activities.The Supervisor provides reference and reader's advisory service at the Central Library in person, over the telephone, through email, via chat, or other emerging technologies; supervises reference staff, assists the Manager in recruitment, training, professional development, counseling, evaluation, and coaching of staff; has collection development duties including referen ...

OVERVIEWManage and coordinate the library’s electronic information resources and systems; act as a vendor liaison for electronic resources and services; perform all systems administration functions for the library’s integrated library system (ILS); manage other library specific software; communicate with the campus Information Technology (IT) Department staff to resolve problems; manage the usage statistics for electronic information resources; provide reference coverage and library instruction sessions; and participate in budget management with library administration.CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESDirect, coordinate, administer, monitor, and evaluate the library’s electronic information resources and systems: o Act as vendor liaison for electronic information; investig ...

Title: Part Time Young Adult LibrarianThe Newport Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking individual for the position of Part Time Young Adult Librarian. This position is 24 hours per week including evening and rotating Saturday hours. This is a shared position with another Young Adult Librarian.Duties:Reference Services· Provides Readers’ Advisory and reference services to all patrons, as required.· Compiles bibliographies and instructional materials to meet the needs of young adults.· Provides instruction to groups and individuals, both formally and informally, regarding the use of library materials and services, including use of electronic resources and the public access catalog.· Provides technical assistance to patrons using electronic resources in the lib ...

This position is responsible for providing responsive and effective circulation and reference support across all aspects of the Information Services Department. A key role on the library’s information services team, this position is accountable for activities related to both circulation and reference operations, including borrower services, interlibrary loan, ready reference, and outreach. The incumbent is expected to deliver point-of-need assistance and support to library customers and visitors, including first and second level technology support and troubleshooting.Primary Duties & Responsibilities:Willing to work evenings and weekends as required.Contribute to special projects, library-wide initiatives, and sponsor changes and improvements.Participate in library marketing, includi ...

Wellesley College seeks a dynamic, team-oriented Resource Acquisitions Specialist to perform functions related to the acquisition of scholarly resources that support teaching and learning at the College. The Resource Acquisitions Specialist works collaboratively to integrate the areas of library purchasing, licensing, and resource sharing to ensure effective access for library users and efficient deployment of library funds. ...

Part Time Library Assistant South Kingstown Public LibraryThe Town has a part time Library Assistant position available within the South Kingstown Public Library system for someone to work an average of 16 hours per week. The Town’s library system is comprised of the Peace Dale Library, and two branch libraries; the Kingstown Free Library and Robert Beverly Hale Library. The Library provides free, convenient, and equal access to print and non-print materials, services, programs, and technologies that support our community’s informational, educational, cultural, and recreational needs.The available schedule is currently Monday 2pm to 8pm, Thursday 12:30pm to 6pm and Friday 9am to 2pm. Due to COVID-19, the work schedule and location are subject to change based on business need.The duties ...

Part Time Library DirectorLangworthy Public Library, Hope Valley, RIThe Langworthy Public Library Board of Trustees is seeking a self-directed, highly organized, energetic, patron-centered and forward-thinkingindividual to serve as our Director of library services. The Director works with a team of experienced and dedicated staff andvolunteers to deliver and promote high quality library services to the community of Hope Valley, a village within the rural town of Hopkinton, RI. The Langworthy Public Library is a private, non-profit organization located ina beautiful historic building overlooking a pond and is governed by an extremely supportive and hard-working Board of Trustees. This is a flexible 25 hour per week position at the rate of $25.00 an hour.Qualifications:·MLS/MLIS in library ...

The City of East Providence and the Public Library Board of Trustees seek an enthusiastic, visionary, community minded leader as its next Library Director.The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, exhibit a clear vision and commitment to librarianship and community engagement, articulate and advocate the Library’s strategic direction, provide sound fiscal management, promote proactive leadership in technology integration, and promote collaborative relationships within the Library and throughout the community.The Library Director has the overall responsibility for the administration of the staff, resources, resource development, long range planning, service delivery, comprehensive programs and public and community relations.The Library Director is responsible to: ...

Warwick Public Library is seeking a part-time Children's Librarian who is eager to work in a vibrant space, with a dynamic team to provide excellent service and programs to children and families. The Children’s Librarian works independently and collaboratively with the children’s department team to develop, implement, and present programs and services, and to build and maintain collections for children ages birth to twelve and their families. Includes providing an outstanding patron experience for those served in the Children’s Library, as well as through outreach to members of the community.Examples of Duties· Provide reference help and reader’s advisory to children, parents, teachers, and others· Develop, plan and conduct programs in the library and out in the community that pr ...

The Lincoln Public Library is seeking a librarian who enjoys working with children to provide exceptional customer service in a part-time capacity in our very active library. Duties include implementing programs for children and babies, assisting and instructing children in the use of library services and resources, providing reference assistance, reader advisory, shelving material, and assisting with collection development.Approximately 16 hours per week. Schedule includes Monday and Tuesday mornings, and every other Saturday 9-5, Library closed Saturdays during July and August. An ALA-accredited M.L.S. preferred, but candidates working toward their M.L.S. with previous experience working in a public library will be considered. Pay rate for M.L.S. is $21 an hourPlease forward resume and r ...

General Summary of Position: The Library Assistant IV is responsible for performing day-to-day activities in the area of access services. These activities include assisting patrons with circulating materials by charging, renewing, and discharging library materials; providing technical support to patrons using library computers, printers, or connecting personal devices to the university network; supervising student workers; and assuming responsibility for the operation of the library in the absence of a supervisor, especially during night and weekend hours.The Library Assistant performs a range of duties relating to access services as well as assisting users in the discovery and use of resources. Primary responsibility may lie within a single department or division, however, due to the inte ...

Hello! We urge applicants with technology experience and knowledge of public, school, academic, or special libraries to apply for our Systems & Technology Librarian position.McKillop Library seeks a highly service-oriented, creative Systems & Technology Librarian to maintain and develop digital and technology services to support research, teaching, and learning at Salve Regina University. Working with other librarians, staff, and campus partners, the incumbent will envision and implement new technology services while continuing to evaluate and enhance the library's online interfaces.https://salve.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=141682ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Manage, administer, maintain, and ensure the interoperability of the library’s:integrated libr ...

Librarian (Knowledge Manager)The Digital Wellness Lab of the Division of Adolescent/Young Adult Medicine at Boston Children’s Hospital, a teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School, is seeking a skilled content analyst and knowledge manager for a full-time in-person or hybrid position. The Digital Wellness Lab conducts research to educate and empower young people, caregivers, and the tech industry to create and consume media in ways that optimize children’s health and development.The Librarian/Knowledge Manager will oversee the Lab’s information management systems, develop and maintain current knowledge, and contribute to the outreach and research activities of the Lab. This person will have the opportunity to expand the Lab’s comprehensive Media Health Effects research database a ...

The Wheeler School, Providence RI, Prescott LibraryThe Prescott Library at The Wheeler School in Providence, RI, provides a safe and nurturing environment for students, faculty, and staff and works to ensure that students from grades N-12 develop essential skills needed to navigate the rapidly evolving information landscape of the 21st century.Job Summary and Duties: Library AideThe Library Aide provides clerical and administrative support including, managing the circulation desk, assisting with the public access catalog, processing new books, working with the Follett Destiny report feature, ordering materials, and supplies, and any work deemed necessary to support the library program (s), in the Lower, Middle, and Upper School Libraries. This is a part-time academic year position of 20 ho ...

Send resume, cover letter and three references to: Maria Melvin, HR Manager, mmelvin@provcomlib.org, (401) 467-2700 x.1606. ...

Opening DetailsWilliams College Libraries seeks a collaborative, user-centered staff member to coordinate our monograph acquisitions. We believe that our collections are a vital component of how we develop inclusive library services for our increasingly diverse community. In this newly-revised position, you will help develop collections that support evolving academic priorities and an inclusive community with diverse needs.The successful candidate will embrace a flexible, responsive approach to coordinating the purchase, licensing, and receipt of current and out-of-print monographs in all languages and formats for the College Libraries. This is a full-time, year-round, support staff position, reporting to the Head of Collections and Systems.The Williams Libraries are committed to developin ...

The Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services (OLIS) is seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as an Information Services Technician. Duties include performing technical work in support of OLIS operations, especially in the area of digital publications including preparation of electronic documents for agency programs and grant programs. Additional duties include supporting agency functions, such as interlibrary delivery, data entry and processing, entry of purchasing and acquisitions using the state financial system, and other duties. Candidates should be adept in using Microsoft Word and Excel, and have excellent communication and customer service skills. Previous experience in a library setting is preferred but not required.The complete job description is available ...

Jamestown Philomenian LibraryProgramming and Marketing Library AssociateFull-Time (35 hours per week) vacancy for an energetic, team-oriented Programming and Marketing Library Associate with a strong public service commitment.The Jamestown Philomenian Library (JPL) is looking for a team member to work closely with both the Youth Services Librarian and the Director in order to ensure all departments are running smoothly. This paraprofessional position will be responsible for working with the public and other library staff members to provide a wide range of services to youth, adults, and seniors.This is a permanent 35 hour per week position with benefits. The regular schedule includes days, two nights per week, and alternating Saturdays per month, though the candidate must have flexibility w ...

Posting DetailsJob TitleLibrary Assistant, Research and Instruction ServicesFull Time / Part TimeFull TimeJob TypeStaffReports ToManager of Research & Instruction ServicesPosition SummaryThe Douglas and Judith Krupp Library at Bryant University seeks a reliable, service-oriented person to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to gain experience in a dynamic, high tech library environment.This position reports to the Manager of Research & Instruction Services and is accountable for providing support to the librarians and for the management of the Research & Instruction Department during hours when librarians are not available.This is a full-time position working 21 hours per week, with excellent benefits. This position works Monday/Wednesday/Friday, 9 -5. Hours may be s ...

TheWestWarwickPublicLibrary, finalist for the 2021 National Medal, isseekinga creative, dynamic individual for the position of Adult Services Assistant. The ideal candidate is flexible, creative, forward-thinking, and passionate about serving the community in new and innovative ways. The Adult Services Assistant works in the reference department and assists the Head of Adult Services and the Adult Services Librarian in the daily operations of the department including customer service and information inquiries, collection organization and management, and technology assistance. This is a part time, 19 hours per week position that requires the ability to work Mondays 1-9, Tuesdays 4-9, Thursdays alternating between 9-5 and 1-5, and alternating Saturdays 9-1. Starting pay is $12.25/hr. Send re ...

CW MARS is currently searching for a new Library Applications Associate II. This position will provide technical support to member libraries. An ideal candidate will possess excellent oral and written communication skills as well as strong technical troubleshooting skills. The position requires a degree from a four-year college and at least three years related job experience.Full-Time benefited position.The position will be working in the CW MARS automated network office in Worcester, Massachusetts with the potential for remote work up to three days per week. The position is not in a library.PurposeUnder general direction of supervisor, provides support and training to member library staff onthe integrated library system. Creates and runs reports, processes parameter and selectedsystem cha ...

The Cumberland Public Library is seeking a Part-time Reference Assistant. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual seeking employment in a growing and innovative public library. The successful candidate will be comfortable with a variety of digital devices, as well as computers, social media, online searching, books, literature and web resources. Candidates must have the ability to communicate effectively and maintain good working relationships with staff and the public.This is a 15 hour per week para-professional position under the supervision of the Reference Services Coordinator. Knowledge of library practices, techniques and materials is a plus. Candidates must have experience with Microsoft Windows and MS Office, be able to follow written/oral instructions and work independently. ...

Rhode Island College invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Director of Access Services. This is a continuing 35 hours/week calendar year position.The Assistant Director of Access Services is responsible for providing excellent service and the efficient operation of all access services functions, including oversight of circulation, course reserves, interlibrary loan services, stacks management, and building access. With an emphasis on ensuring inclusive, accessible, quality user services, the Assistant Director monitors trends and recommends emerging technologies for resource sharing, circulation, and facilities management. Maintains online user guides and implements software updates. Trains and supervises all employees in the Access Services Department. Oversees all ...

DUTIES: Checks library materials in and out; unpacks delivery bins; registers patrons for library cards; enters magazines into Sierra database; sorts mail; searches shelves for items requested by patrons ; directs patrons to other departments; other duties as assigned.COMPENSATION: $17.00 per hour.EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent, but Bachelor’s degree preferred.Library experience preferred; experience with Sierra/Innovative Interfaces ILS preferred.Because this is a public-facing position, we are looking for individuals who are out-going and friendly, and who have strong interpersonal skills.Hours: 2 to 4 nights a week (available shifts: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 4:30 pm-9:00 pm) and every third Saturday 9:00 am–4:30 pm.Position available week of February 14 ...

The Lincoln Public Library is seeking a librarian who enjoys working with children to provide exceptional customer service in a part-time capacity in our very active library. Duties include implementing programs for children and babies, assisting and instructing children in the use of library services and resources, providing reference assistance, reader advisory, shelving material, and assisting with collection development.Approximately 16 hours per week. Schedule includes Monday and Tuesday mornings, and every other Saturday 9-5, Library closed Saturdays during July and August. An ALA-accredited M.L.S. preferred, but candidates working toward their M.L.S. with previous experience working in a public library will be considered. Pay rate for M.L.S. is $21 an hourPlease forward resume and r ...

OVERVIEW: Assist in the acquisition, care, descriptions, and access of new and existing archival collections and College records in a wide variety of formats, including physical, digitized, and born-digital. Serve as the Head of Archives & Special Collections in his/her absence.ESSENTIAL DUTIES:1. Assist with the maintenance, care, and access to existing collections held in the Phillips Memorial Library. Collaborate with the Head of Archives and Special Collections to develop and implement department policies, procedures, and workflows related to accepting new collections materials, organizing, and description collections for access. Arrange, organize, and describe collections following best practices; help to develop department workflows to accomplish tasks and larger scale projects t ...