Willett Free LibraryPosition: Library TechnicianHours: Three weekdays (currently Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday) from 1-6pm and Saturday mornings from 9-12noon with occasional opportunities to substitute.The current rate of pay is $19/hr.We are seeking a motivated, creative, positive person who loves books and people to fill our upcoming opening for a library technician.About us: the Willett Free Library is the smallest independent library in the smallest state! We are a cozy, welcoming library that serves a wonderful community. We were established in 1885 as a 'Circle for Mutual Improvement,' and we continue that legacy of lifelong learning by providing books, facilitating access to educational materials, and offering many enriching programs.About our ideal candidate: our ideal library te ...

Coventry Public Library is seeking a part-time Circulation Assistant who is eager to work with the public and provide excellent customer service. Duties include checking materials in and out, registering patrons for library cards, placing holds, shelving a variety of materials, and other duties as assigned.Qualifications: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Some college is preferred. Public library experience is highly desirable. Qualified individuals will have excellent computer, communication, and interpersonal skills and enjoy working with a variety of people. Knowledge of Koha ILS is preferred. Schedule flexibility preferred, willing to work both evenings and day shifts and select Sundays. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.Hours & Compensation: Part-time position.Sched ...

Coventry Public Library is seeking a Part-time Youth Services Assistant. Responsibilities include assisting patrons with their informational and reader’s advisory needs within the Youth Services & Teen Department; providing instruction and assistance to patrons in the use of technology within the departments; assisting with the shelving and maintenance of children’s materials and with the children’s display case; preparing craft or promotional materials for programming or for display areas; and assisting with volunteers.Qualifications: A high school degree or equivalent is required; at least two years of college education preferred. Experience working with children and knowledge of computer technology is necessary. Qualified individuals will be experienced in customer service and ...

Coventry Public Library is seeking a part-time Reference Assistant who is eager to work with the public and provide excellent customer service. Primary tasks include providing reference to patrons in-person and via telephone, chat, and email; assisting and instructing patrons on the computer; keeping up with current library trends and services; and performing additional library related duties as required.Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required. A Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school, or equivalent experience, is preferred. Public library experience is highly desirable. Qualified individuals will be experienced in customer service and working with the public; have a knowledge of principles and practices of professional library work; knowledge of curr ...

Westerly Library and Wilcox Park seeks a personable, public service oriented individual to work in their busy Public Services Department. Duties include checking materials in and out, issuing new library cards, assisting patrons in locating books on our shelves and reserving books through interlibrary loans, answering phones, computer assistance, and shelving materials. Additional duties may include supervising volunteers, providing computer assistance to patrons, enforcing library policy, and assisting in other library departments as needed. Must have excellent communication skills, ability to shelve books in proper alphabetical and numerical order, and possess mid-level computer skills. ...

JOB TITLE: Library Assistant - DigitizationFLSA: Non-ExemptREPORTS TO: State LibrarianDIVISION: State LibraryLOCATION: State House, 82 Smith Street, ProvidenceSALARY: $25 HourlySCHEDULE: up to 35 hours /week; No more than 728 hours by June 30, 2025POSITION SUMMARY:The Library Assistant – Digitization is a grant-funded position and will be the lead, under the supervision of the State Librarian, to digitize the State Library’s Rhode Island Public Laws as part of an in-house digitization project. The Library Assistant – Digitization’s work will contribute to State Library’s efforts to enable the Department of State to achieve its mission: promoting transparent government, supporting businesses, and strengthening our democracy through a commitment to civic engagement, secure election ...

The Fall River Public Library has two (2) openings for department heads: one in Reference Services, and one in Adult Circulation Services. Both positions manage busy library departments and provide direct public service.Both positions involve providing timely and efficient service to the people of the City for a variety of professional library functions, including functions which are highly technical in nature and which require the highest degree of technical expertise and which involve considerable interaction with other library professionals external to the City library system; to be responsible for conformance to city and state codes and professional standards of all work performed under his/her direction and to conform to policies and directives promulgated by the Administrator of Libr ...

This is a responsible professional position to directly assist the Administrator of Public Library Services. Work is performed with considerable independence guided with Direction by the Administrator of Public Library Services, and with conformance to policies of the Library Board of Trustees. Performance is reviewed periodically by the Administrator of Public Library Services. Work involves the following:• Responsible for the timely and accurate submission of payroll and bill schedules for approval by the Library Administrator. Includes the orderly maintenance of related financial records. The Assistant to the Administrator responsibly accesses and keeps confidential personnel records of the department.• Under the guidance of the Administrator, coordinates Library events, fulfillment ...

Job Responsibilities will include:Assisting patrons with checking materials in/out, locating digital, traditional and nontraditional resources, placing holds, providing instruction in basic computer use, photocopying, faxing, scanning documents, shelving and shelf reading, answering phone inquiries, emptying the bookdrop, engaging with patrons as individuals, discussing new services, technologies and materials, taking an active interest in their health, their pets, and their lives. Working annual library events e.g. the Town Tree Lighting, Memorial Day Parade, Trucks of West Greenwich, Family Fun Day, Egg Hunt, etc.Job Responsibilities may include:Assisting with programming: moving/rearranging furnishings and equipment, lifting 25# boxes of books and other projects reflecting the skills an ...

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JOB SUMMARYThe Circulation Assistants staff the circulation desk during operating hours (Tues-Sat 10-4 & Sun 1-5). The position is part time, with shifts 3-4 days per week. Duties include welcoming members and visitors, providing front-line patron assistance, circulating materials to members and other authorized borrowers, assisting in shelving of books and periodicals, and answering incoming calls and directing complex patron queries to appropriate staff for resolution. The Circulation Assistant will also assist other library staff with projects related to the operation of the library as assigned, such as checking in new periodicals, deaccessioning weeded materials, printing new labels, assessing collections etc.RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDECirculating materials to patrons using the integr ...

Library Supervisor - RochambeauCommunity Libraries of ProvidenceSalary: $62,000 annual salaryHours: 40 hours per weekPosted: December 18, 2024Deadline: Applications accepted until the position is filled.CLPVD is seeking a LibrarySupervisor who possesses strong leadership and management skills and enjoys working with library patrons of all ages and diverse backgrounds. They areresponsible for planning, supporting, energizing, and leading staff to provide relevantlibrary service to theneighborhoods surrounding the Rochambeau Library, which includes the neighborhoods of College Hill, Blackstone, Wayland, Mt. Hope, and Summit, inthe City of Providence. The Library Supervisor is expected to carry out the missionandvision ofthe library, participate on committees to develop programs, services, po ...

The Boston University Libraries seek a dynamic, service-oriented, collaborative leader for our Head of Research Services position, to lead the research services unit providing users with access to and engagement with the library’s distinctive and special collections. Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Special Collections, this position will lead the creation of a user-focused environment that is positive, informative, and inclusive, aiming to build a global community of students, scholars, and the public who engage with the Howard Gotlieb Archival Research Center, University Archives, Nursing Archives, Rare Books collections and other special collections. A key aspect of the role, which serves as a manager and mentor to 3 archivists, an archival assistant, as well as int ...

The Boston University Libraries seek a Head of Processing and Collection Management to lead the strategic stewardship of the university’s diverse and valuable special collections. Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Special Collections, this pivotal role oversees the comprehensive management, processing, and accessibility of distinctive materials housed across various departments, including the Howard Gotlieb Archival Research Center, University Archives, Nursing Archives, and Rare Books collections. The position will develop and implement innovative approaches to collection management that balance preservation needs with user access, ensuring that these unique resources are effectively curated, described, and made available to support the university's research, teaching, ...

Lead the development and management of library systems and applications, focusing on user-centered services and sustainable information ecosystems. Oversee system configurations, programming, and technology stacks across various platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze requirements, solve issues, and guide projects to successful completion. Supervise staff and student employees while engaging with the university community to support evolving research library roles. ...

The Abbott Library located in Sunapee NH, a small New England town that enjoys proximity to Lake Sunapee and Mount Sunapee, is seeking an innovative, energetic, experienced and future-ready library professional to provide leadership to its vibrant community library. The Director will oversee a staff of thirteen employees (6 FTE equivalent). This staff includes a full-time Assistant Director, Technology, Youth and Children’s Librarian, and Public Services Librarian as well as several part-time staff. In addition, the library enjoys the support of more than 1300 hours of volunteer service each year. The Director is also responsible for administration, management, (including fiscal oversight) and advocacy for the library. The ideal candidate is a strategic problem solver who is flexible, po ...

BiblioTemps® is an employment service of theMassachusetts Library System that provides experienced library workers for temporary placements in public, academic, and special libraries throughout Massachusetts.Title: Circulation Assistant (Part-time)Location: Flint Public Library (Middleton, MA)Position Type: TemporaryStart date: As soon as possibleEnd date: April 1, 2025Schedule: Hiring for two part-time positions-Position 1: 15 hours per week; Monday - Friday 2:00PM - 5:00PMPosition 2: 16 hours per week; Monday - Thursday 5:00PM - 8:00PM; Friday 10:00AM - 2:00PMPay Rate: $17.50 per hourCORI: RequiredEssential Functions:The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific stat ...

Duties and Responsibilities- Welcomes patrons, checks in/out material, collects overdue fines, shelves and retrieves books, answers phone, handles the routing of library materials to and from other libraries, issues library cards and assists patrons.Basic computer skills including searching and use of the computer catalog. The ability to communicate effectively with the public and colleagues. Must be team-oriented, able to multi-task, be flexible and motivated. Previous employment in the public services department of a public library a plus.35 hour a week position, includes some evenings and every other weekend. May require lifting, walking and standing for extended periods of time. Includes benefits, $18.17 an hour, after 180 day probationary period $19.84. Must participate in union. To a ...

POSITION OPENING: Youth LibrarianThe Town of Lenox, MA seeks qualified, creative, and intrinsically motivated candidates for the position of Youth Librarian with the Lenox Library. This is a full-time position.JOB SUMMARYOversees all aspects of youth services, fostering a love of reading and learning for library users age 0 to 18, their families, and caregivers through engaging programs, collections, and services. The Youth Librarian also forges connections in the community by creating a welcoming and safe environment in the youth department and conducting successful outreach. Works cooperatively with other staff members to provide quality customer service to all Library patrons.SUPERVISIONServes under the supervision of the Library Director. Performs a variety of duties requiring self ini ...

The Middletown Public Library is looking for a full time Borrower Services Supervisor to join our fabulous team! Work in our small but busy library in an exciting time in MPL history - getting to help design and imagine a new library of our dreams!This job might be for you if:-Your customer service and supervisory experience is people-centered.-You have interest and/or experience with ordering, receiving, processing, and collection management.-You have interest and/or knowledge on the current trends in libraries today.-Your public service is rooted in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Community.QualificationsAssociate’s degree or equivalent required, and one to three years of related experience, at least one in a supervisory capacity, or any equivalent combination of education, training, ...

LAW LIBRARIAN IDIVISION: Superior CourtCLASS DEFINITION: This class is accountable for performing the full range of professional library duties and providing professional library services in a law library.SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of a Supervising Law Librarian or other employee of higher grade.SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Works under the general supervision of a Supervising Law Librarian or other employee of higher grade.EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Performs professional library duties which include acquiring, classifying and cataloging print and non-print library materials according to established principles and practices of library science; provides bibliographic assistance, legal reference and research guidance to the courts and other library patrons; maintains collect ...

DescriptionThe Greenville Public Library Board of Trustees is seeking an innovative, visionary individual to lead the Greenville Public Library as Director. The Greenville Public Library provides comprehensive library services to the residents of Smithfield and surrounding areas, with emphasis on providing a community meeting place, general reference, and lifelong learning. The position reports to the Board of Trustees.ResponsibilitiesManages the budget as directed by the Board of TrusteesPrepares monthly and annual budgets for the Board of TrusteesOversees the daily operations of the librarySupervises, recruits, and hires library staffOversees marketing and publicity effortsMaintains strong connections with municipal and community organizationsAttends professional library, town, and commu ...

Assistant/Associate Librarian for Access Services and OutreachJob no: 524539Work type: Staff Full TimeCategories: Other Staff PositionsOFFICIAL JOB TITLE: Assistant/Associate Librarian DIVISION: Academic Affairs WORKING JOB TITLE: Librarian for Access Services and OutreachDEPARTMENT: Library ServicesBARGAINING UNIT STATUS: AFT FLSA STATUS: ExemptREPORTS TO: Dean of Library ServicesSUPERVISES: Supervises professional, classified, and student personnel as assigned.SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION: The Librarian for Access Services and Outreach will lead the daily operations of the Access Services division. This librarian will work with colleagues to develop policies, procedures, and budget allocations for Access Services. As a member of the library leadership team, this librarian works col ...

Part-Time Library Assistant. Marian J. Mohr Memorial Library in Johnston, RI, has a part time Library Assistant position available for someone to work up to 19 hours per week. The duties of a Library Assistant include checking library materials in and out, answering the telephone, circulation desk duties, registering patrons for library cards, collecting overdue fines and fees, processing and shelving materials, and providing general assistance to patrons. May include some administrative filing. To be considered, applicants must have a pleasant, helpful manner, be dependable, detail-oriented. Applicants must be able to establish and maintain successful working relationships with the public and fellow employees in a courteous manner, good communication skills, and have experience using a co ...

The Johnson & Wales University Library is seeking a reference professional to join our collegial and creative team. This position is located on the Harborside Campus. This librarian primarily: Guides and supports students and other library patrons regarding best practices for information discovery, retrieval and useSchedules, customizes and provides classroom instruction on information literacyDevelops print and online guides and video tutorials on information literacy skills and optimal use of library resources and servicesServes as collection development specialist and faculty liaison for the College of Business and the College of Hospitality ManagementProvides reference and publishing support for individual faculty scholarship and research projects ...

The Patron Services Librarian is responsible for adult library services and works with both patrons and staff to provide quality service and materials to the community. This includes the development of the adult collections. Planning, promotion and implementation of programming for adults in accordance to the library mission statement and strategic plan. This position is full-time (40 hours) with health benefits, retirement plan, and vacation. Work schedule includes days, nights and weekends.Responsibilities:Maintain a welcoming, comfortable and friendly experience for library users.Plans, coordinates, implements, oversees and evaluates library programs to meet community needs and collaborates with other departments in scheduling and planning.Develops marketing materials for promoting libr ...

The Town of Yarmouth seeks a Technical Services Supervisor/IT Librarian to join our Library team! Working under the direct supervision of the Library Director, this person is responsible for overseeing the library’s technology infrastructure and technical services, combining professional, supervisory, administrative, technical, and direct service work.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Plans, develops, and implements system-wide (2 locations) technical services and information technology, manages the selection, ordering, receiving, processing, cataloging of library materials and collection supplies; manages materials budget. Oversees library database including maintenance and withdrawal of items. Prepares statistical reports. Maintains and troubleshoots library (CLAMS) computers, public computers, and ...

The University of Rhode Island's University Libraries seeks a full-time Information Services Technician I.The regular work schedule for this position is Sunday through Thursday, 4:30pm to 12:30am.During the summer & Spring Break & Winter Intersession - that schedule is subject to change.Under the direction of the Robert L.CarothersLibrary's Head of Access Services, the Information Services Technician I will provide assistance to library users and respond to a wide variety of user needs at the Circulation Desk.The Information Services Technician I, in conjunction with other full-time staff, is also responsible for the training and supervision of student employees. ...

BiblioTemps® is an employment service of the Massachusetts Library System that provides experienced library workers for temporary placements in public, academic, and special libraries throughout Massachusetts.Title: Science & Engineering LibrarianLocation: Science & Engineering Library, UMass Amherst (Amherst, MA)Position Type: TemporaryStart date: January 6, 2025End date: December 6, 2025Schedule: Monday-Friday 9am-5pmPay Rate: $20.75-$24.00 per hour, based on experienceCORI: Not requiredDescription:This full-time position (37.5 hours per week) will provide general and advanced reference and research assistance for undergraduates, graduates and faculty in the College of Natural Sciences and the Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences a ...

Summary: Under the general supervision of Coordinator of Adult Services the Librarian I-Reference performs duties pertaining to adult services including patron assistance, planning and presentation of programs, and collection development.Duties & ResponsibilitiesAnswers in-person, telephone and e-mail questions and directs patrons conducting research using resources in multiple formats.Assists patrons and colleagues in teen services.Helps patrons locate and select materials, including showing and teaching patrons how to access and use the library’s digital resources, such as Libby & Hoopla.Provides reference and reader’s advisory service by giving book talks and reviews.Plans, develops and conducts programs and services for adults, including computer classes.Participates in out ...