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Library Assistant – Part Time

Stonington Free Library

Stonington, CT

The Stonington Free Library seeks an enthusiastic and tech-savvy team player with excellent customer service skills and a commitment to the importance of the library in the community. This is a part time Saturday rotation position 7 hours per month. Work schedule is two Saturdays per month 9:30 to 1:00 with the potential of Saturday hours increasing to 9:30-3:00 in the near future. Hourly rate is $14.00. Benefits include sick, holiday and vacation days. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:• Delivery of excellent customer service to all ages• Assist patrons in person, by email and over the phone• Provide curbside pickup• Introduce patrons to all library services, collections and technology• Provide reference services and reader’s advisory • Issue library cards • ...

Library Technicians

Maury Loontjens Memorial Library

Narragansett, RI

Maury Loontjens Memorial Library now hiring:Library Technician positions, which is a part-time schedule to include days, nights and weekend shifts (up to 19 hours). Reports to head of circulation and is compensated hourly.Job Summary: Library technicians help librarians acquire, prepare, and organize materials and help users to find those materials. A large part of this job is performed at the circulation desk using computers, answering questions, directing and assisting patrons with their information needs while providing a high level of customer service. The position can be physically challenging as it may require moving furniture, walking and standing for extended periods of time and carrying a reasonable selection of materials. The work performed is subject to review through observatio ...

Youth Services Librarian

Maury Loontjens Memorial Library

35 Kingstown Rd, Narragansett, RI

Full-Time (40 Hours) Salary Range $41,600-$49,500 annually with benefit package.The Maury Loontjens Memorial Library is seeking a dynamic individual to oversee a very busy children’s department in the seaside town of Narragansett, RI. The library provides services for over 15,000 full and part-time residents, college students, senior citizens and visitors. Our library has a history of providing high quality programs and friendly customer service in a comfortable setting.Job SummaryThe Youth Services Librarian oversees both traditional and non-traditional services to children of all ages, young adults and caregivers. Responsibilities include building and maintaining an engaging and diverse collection of materials. Developing, planning and promoting age appropriate programing for infants t ...

Circulation Associate, Part-Time

Westerly Library and Wilcox Park

44 Broad Street, Westerly, RI

Westerly Library and Wilcox Park seeks a personable, public service oriented individual to work in their busy Circulation 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. ...

Part-Time Library Technician

North Kingstown Free Library

North Kingstown, RI

Assisting patrons at the library’s three service desks (Circulation, Reference and Youth Services,) including checking materials in and out, issuing library cards, answering reference questions; assisting patrons with technology; registering patrons to use library facilities and attend programs; answering the telephone; and helping patrons with research. May be involved in one or more of the following: assisting in the ordering and processing of new materials for the collection, maintaining finding aids for the collection; entering raw data for statistical reports; entering and updating data about library holdings in the OSL database; counting monies; processing materials for use by patrons; participating in the maintenance, cleaning, & repair of the collections; shelving library mat ...

Reference/Teen Librarian

Lincoln Public Library

Lincoln, RI

The Lincoln Public Library has an opening for a 35 hours a week Reference Librarian. Includes two nights/week and alternate Saturdays.Duties include information services, reader’s advisory, collection development. Services and programming to teens. Candidates must have a minimum of a Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited program and experience in a public library setting. 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 as well as the ability to communicate effectively with the public and colleagues.Includes two nights/week and alternate Saturdays. Union position pays $26.44 upon hire. $27.34 after 180 days.To apply, please send resume with cover ...

P/T Library Assistant

Coventry Public Library - Greene branch

Greene, RI

Coventry Public Library’s Greene branch is seeking a Part-time Library Assistant. Assists the public in finding library materials, checks out and receives returned materials, collects fines, enters and deletes patron information on the computer. Assists the public in finding materials on shelves. Assists with inventory, shelving materials and reading shelves. Processes and maintains periodicals, sorts mail, checks computer reports for missing books and assists with other similar tasks when necessary. Helps create and distribute publicity to promote library services.Assists with library programs, including virtual programs.The successful candidate will be comfortable with a variety of digital devices, as well as computers, social media, online searching, books, literature and web resour ...

Part-Time Reference/Technology Services Librarian

Weymouth Public Libraries

Tufts Library

Part Time: Tuesdays through Fridays 10:00AM to 2:00 PMThe Weymouth Public Libraries is in need of a proven professional and self-starting librarian interested in being a key member of a progressive, dynamic library system. We seek an innovative, collaborative, flexible, and service-oriented professional librarian to provide technology and reference services. Our culture of “Yes!” has resulted in a large growth in programs and services for grateful and increasingly engaged library patrons and local decision makers.SupervisionWorks under the general supervision of the Head of Reference & Adult Services and in collaboration with the Technology Services Librarian. May receive technology-related direction and guidance from the Town of Weymouth’s Chief Information Officer with the appr ...

Part-Time Reference/Teen Librarian

Weymouth Public Libraries

Tufts Library

Schedule When Open on Saturdays: Mondays through Thursdays 5:00PM to 9:00PM and Saturdays 9:00AM to 5:00PMSchedule When Closed on Saturdays: Mondays through Thursdays 5:00PM to 9:00PM and Fridays 9:00AM to 5:00PMThe Weymouth Public Libraries is in need of a proven professional and self-starter who is interested in being a key member of a progressive, dynamic library system. We seek an innovative, collaborative, flexible, and service-oriented librarian to provide professional and technical support to teens and adult patrons. The ideal candidate has strengths in programs and services for teens, contemporary and classic teen literature, and current and emerging technologies.SupervisionWorks under the general supervision of the Head of Reference & Adult Services and in collaboration with t ...

Part-Time Children's Desk Assistant

Weymouth Public Libraries

Tufts Library

Schedule When Open on Saturdays: Fridays 9-5 and Saturdays 9-5Schedule When Closed on Saturdays: Wednesdays 9-5 and Fridays 9-5The Weymouth Public Libraries seeks a motivated, enthusiastic team player with superior customer service skills who is extremely comfortable and skilled at dealing with children and emerging technologies. Works in a department that meets the informational, educational, and recreational needs of children ages twelve and under and their caregivers. Performs responsible and varied clerical library services in the circulation of materials; performs clerical-administrative work; assists patrons in using library services, computers and technology, and facilities.SupervisionReceives oral or written instructions from the Head of Children’s Services or Assistant Head of C ...

Part-Time Desk Assistant: 13 hours/8 hours per week

Weymouth Public Libraries

Tufts Library

Part-Time Position 2 (13 hours per week when open on Saturdays; 8 hours per week when closed on Saturdays): Tuesday and Thursday 5-9 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m.-2p.m.The Weymouth Public Libraries seeks a motivated, enthusiastic team player with superior customer service skills to join our circulation staff at Tufts Library, the main branch and busiest library in Weymouth. Performs responsible and varied clerical library services in the circulation of materials; performs clerical-administrative work; and assists patrons in using library services and facilities.SupervisionReceives oral or written instructions from the Head of Circulation, plans work according to established procedures, prioritizes tasks within work assignment.Job EnvironmentWork is performed under typical office and library co ...

Part-Time Desk Assistant: 12 hours per week

Weymouth Public Libraries

Tufts Library

Part-Time Position 1 (12 hours per week): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 5-9 p.m.The Weymouth Public Libraries seeks a motivated, enthusiastic team player with superior customer service skills to join our circulation staff at Tufts Library, the main branch and busiest library in Weymouth. Performs responsible and varied clerical library services in the circulation of materials; performs clerical-administrative work; and assists patrons in using library services and facilities.SupervisionReceives oral or written instructions from the Head of Circulation, plans work according to established procedures, prioritizes tasks within work assignment.Job EnvironmentWork is performed under typical office and library conditions; work environment is moderately quiet; occasionally required to work outside of ...

Circulation Supervisor

Harmony Library

Harmony Library, 195 Putnam Pike, Hamrony, RI

Circulation Supervisor – Part-Time (24 hours per week)A successful candidate for Circulation Supervisor at Harmony Library will possess exceptional customer service skills in meeting patron needs.Duties include:Maintaining project and assignment listManaging overdue and damaged materialsResolving patron complaintsAttending Circulation Heads’ MeetingsRemaining up to date on all circulation policies and proceduresMonthly circulation reports for the DirectorCandidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, Bachelor’s degree preferred. This is a 24 hour per week (part-time) position with regular weekly hours; flexibility is needed for occasional coverage as needed. Salary$16.00 to $18.00 per hour depending on qualifications, plus earned vacation and sick time.Please send resume t ...

Library Executive Director

Mystic & Noank Library

Mystic, CT

The Library Executive Director performs professional, managerial, and administrative work of a highly responsible nature in directing and coordinating the activities and facilities of the Library. With considerable independent judgment, discretion and initiative, the Executive Director develops library collections and plans and implements services, programs and activities to meet present and anticipated community needs.The Library Executive Director is responsible for the preparation and advocacy of budget requests to the towns of Groton and Stonington, and for the preparation and administration of the Library budget in collaboration with the Finance Committee. The Executive Director is responsible for the hiring, training and management of 14+ staff. The Executive Director is the primary ...

Information Services Supervisor

Springfield City Library

public library system

The Information Services Supervisor works at our beautiful Carnegie Central Library, supervising a team of adult librarians, with collection development, reference, reader's advisory, and programming responsibilities. They also work closely with the Manager to plan system-wide reference goals and services. The position is vacant due to a retirement. The annual salary is $59,085. Apply: https://bit.ly/CLInfoServSupvrOct2020 ...

Branch Library Supervisor

Springfield City Library

public library system

TheBranch Supervisor position is based at our newly-built East Forest Park Branch Librarywith a focus on oversight of all branch activities and on adult services. The person selected for this position will have the following duties:Responsible for assisting the Branch Manager in the everyday functioning of the library. This includes personnel, public interaction, programming, facility management, and administrative duties. Work is performed with latitude in the exercise of independent initiative and judgment in accordance with accepted professional practices and within the policies and directives by the Branch Manager. Supervision is exercised, directly or through subordinates, over all Branch library employees. Will provide neighborhood-based programming.Requirements include a Bachelor's ...

Manager of Technical Services and Collection Development

Springfield City Library

public library system

Springfield City Library has an exciting leadership opportunity waiting for just the right candidate. Are you the one? Are you ready to work as part of our dedicated team of professionals in a very busy urban library system? Each year, we welcome over 600,000 visitors throughout our nine locations and offer more than 5,500 programs for adults, teens and children. Our 77,672 registered patrons account for circulation of nearly 600,000 items!The new Manager of Technical Services and Collection Development will fill a vacancy created by a retirement. They will be based at our Central Library and oversee the work of cataloging and acquisitions workers as well as manage our significant collections budget, including endowments and trusts. The annual salary range is $62,849.28 - $81,737.24. Apply ...

Children's Librarian

Springfield City Library

public library system

TheChildren’s Librarianposition is based in the busy, progressive Children's Room of our Central Library. Springfield City Library has an exciting career opportunity waiting for just the right candidate. Are you the one? Are you ready to work as part of our dedicated team of professionals in a very busy urban library system? Each year, we welcome over 600,000 visitors throughout our nine locations and offer more than 5,500 programs for adults, teens and children. Our 77,672 registered patrons account for circulation of nearly 600,000 items!The person selected for this position will be part of a dynamic team and focus on reference, reader’s advisory, outreach, collection development, and programming for children. Work is performed under the general direction of the Children's Services S ...

Technical Services Librarian

Redwood Library & Athenaeum

Newport, RI

JOB SUMMARYThe Redwood Library & Athenaeum is searching for a collaborative, flexible, motivated librarian with experience cataloging for a position as full-time Technical Services Librarian. This position oversees the cataloging, physical processing and preservation of library materials. They will be tasked with inputting data about materials into the electronic catalog using appropriate standards and preparing bibliographic and item records for monographs, journals and other library material. This position will also be responsible for coordinating the library’s interlibrary loan service and providing system support to all library staff. Additional duties will include supporting other library staff with reference appointments, exhibit installation, collection development, and other ...

Director

Leominster Public Library

Main Library

LEOMINSTER PUBLIC LIBRARY FULL-TIME LIBRARY DIRECTORThe Leominster Public Library Board of Trustees seeks an innovative, dynamic, community-minded leader with proven management skills to serve as Library Director.The library serves the 43,000 residents of Leominster, as well as many non-residents from the surrounding communities of North Central Massachusetts. Located in the downtown area of one of Massachusetts’ Gateway Cities, the library is housed in a 1910 Carnegie library building that was renovated and expanded to a 44,500 square foot facility in 2007. This busy customer-service oriented library receives strong municipal support, and is well respected in the community, presenting almost 500 programs for all ages annually with a $1.6M budget, a dedicated staff of22 FTE, volunteers, ...

Librarian I - Reference Librarian

Warwick Public Library

Central

Warwick Public Library is seeking a part-time Reference Librarian who is eager to work with the public providing excellent customer service. Primary tasks assigned to this position include providing reference and readers advisory service to patrons in-person, via telephone, chat service, and email; assisting and instructing patrons on the computer; participating in collection development and maintenance; keeping up with current library trends and services; and performing additional library related duties as required.Other points of interest include opportunities in program development; planning and arranging displays; and contributing to the Library's social media pages. ...

PART TIME CHILDREN’S LIBRARIAN

Lincoln Public Library

Lincoln, RI

PART TIME CHILDREN’S LIBRARIANThe Lincoln Public Library is seeking an energetic 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, including every other Friday and 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.Please forward resume and references to Lincoln P ...

Director

Little Compton Free Public Library

Little Compton, RI

The Little Compton Board of Trustees seeks an energetic, community-focused individual to serve as Library Director. Little Compton, Rhode Island is a rural, seaside town with a year-round population of 3,506 people. The Little Compton Free Public Library has been an important focal point in the community since its inception in 1879.The Library Director works under the direction of the Board of Trustees and the Town Manager. The Director's responsibilities include planning, organizing, supervising staff and volunteers, and coordinating all aspects of the Library's operations. The Director develops, manages and oversees the annual library budget. The Director must be competent with Excel and QuickBooks. The Director must be a team leader and team member, have excellent leadership and public- ...

Part-Time Reference Assistant

Greenville Public Library

Greenville, RI

Part-Time Reference Assistant: The Greenville Public Library is seeking a part-time reference assistant. Responsibilities include providing reference and reader's advisory service, providing assistance to patrons using the public computers, and assistingpatronsin accessing digital resources.Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required. Previous library experience or MLS/MLIS courses a plus. Minimum of 2 years experience working with the public. Schedule flexibility preferred, willing to work both evenings and weekends. Alternating Saturdays a must. Candidates must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be willing to work on a team as well as independently. Experience with social media and marketing a plus. ...

Circulation Associate, Part-Time

Westerly Library and Wilcox Park

44 Broad Street, Westerly, RI

Westerly Library and Wilcox Park seeks a personable, public service oriented individual to work in their busy Circulation 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. ...

Education and Instruction Librarian

McKillop Library, Salve Regina University

Newport, RI

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Work closely with education and other departmental faculty and students to embed information literacy into the curriculum, applying knowledge of critical concepts, principles, and practices of their fields as identified in appropriate professional association standards. Tailor research and information literacy outcomes to skills essential for students to apply scholarly and professional research to their teaching practice.  Plan, deliver, and assess course-integrated instruction sessions in collaboration with faculty. Develop creative teaching plans, materials, and assignments based on best practices, including active learning or problem-based learning activities, for teaching information literacy and research skills. Undertake the investigation ...

Research and Instruction Librarian

McKillop Library, Salve Regina University

Newport, RI

Provide research services at the library's information desk and assist users in face-to-face, online, and hybrid learning environments. Develop creative teaching plans, materials, and assignments based on best practices, including active learning or problem-based learning activities, for teaching information literacy and research skills. Maintain knowledge of emerging trends, best practices, and pedagogical principles in instructional design and information literacy, including but not limited to the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education.  Provide research instruction in assigned discipline areas as well as first year experience courses.  Update and add to the library's knowledgebase, LibAnswers. Create LibGuides, tutorials, and instructional videos. Coverage of ...

Research and Instruction Librarian

Salve Regina University

Newport, RI

Professional and service-oriented librarian providing research assistance and information literacy instruction to library users and staffing support of other public service areas of the library as needed. Work Schedule: Flexible, including evenings, 20 hours per week. ...

Education and Instruction Librarian

Salve Regina University

Newport, RI

Salve Regina University’s McKillop Library seeks a self-motivated and forward-thinking professional to serve as Education and Instruction Librarian. The Education and Instruction Librarian serves as the subject liaison for the education department as well as other departments. The Education and Instruction Librarian supports the research, teaching, and learning of faculty and students in these departments, works to embed information literacy into the curriculum, and collaborates with faculty to design and assess instructional initiatives. ...

Library Aide

Wheeler School

Providence, RI

The 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, administrative and tech 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 position will provide support in classrooms for Lower School Library Classes during remote/ ...