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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/ ...

DEPARTMENT: Arts & HumanitiesREPORTS TO:Dean of Arts & HumanitiesPOSITIONS SUPERVISED: Responsible for supervision of assigned unit and non-unit professional staff, which may also include Work Study students.STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The Associate Dean of Arts & Humanities and Library Learning Commons (LLC) provides support and assistance to the Dean of Arts and Humanities in regard to the area's operations, management, and growth, as well as leadership and direction for the Library Learning Commons at all Bristol locations. The Associate Dean leads strategic planning for Arts and Humanities and the Library Learning Commons; offering new thinking in these areas, consistent with the college's strategic goals, as well as new strategies for the improvement of course and program deliver ...

The Middleborough Public Library is seeking a full-time Assistant Library Director. The Assistant Library Director should be collaborative, self-starting, innovative, and passionate about public libraries. We are not looking for the perfect candidate, but the right candidate. If you are motivated to learn, ask why when others simply coalesce and understand how you say something matters, we would like to talk with you.The Middleborough Public Library has just installed a new wireless network and a server to manage our public reservation and printing systems. All of our staff and public computers have been or are in the process of being upgraded to Windows 10 and Office 2019. The Middleborough Public Library is committed to investing in technology to ensure our citizens have access to the te ...

Position DefinitionResponsible for the management, planning, implementing and evaluation of the Youth Services Department; identifies and coordinates programs and events; provides professional advice and guidance to achieve the Library’s goals and objectives.Essential FunctionsSupervises the Youth Services Department {Children’s (ages 0-12) and Young Adult (ages 13-28) areas}. Organizes the work schedule for the Youth Services staff. Coordinates and oversees collection development and acquisitions. Oversees budget for Youth Services Department. Manages electronic resources (website, social media, operational software, etc…). Interviews, trains, supervises and evaluates Youth Services staff.Develops, implements and evaluates programs for youth; provides publicity for programming utili ...

MYSTIC & NOANK LIBRARYLibrary Executive DirectorThe 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 o ...

The Lower School Librarian works with students, grades 3-5, and teachers in order to develop and promote skills and interest in literacy, research, and media. The Lower School Librarian is responsible for working collaboratively to develop a library program that supports the curriculum; provides instructional leadership for the teaching of information literacy skills; develops and maintains a library collection rich in both print and non-print materials; and manages the Lower School Library as a flexible, multi-task learning environment.Responsibilities:• Teach Lower School Library Classes (Grades 3-5)• Support and nurture the love of reading across genres• Create a joyful, vibrant and welcoming learning space that celebrates learning, reading, authentic inquiry, and collaboration• ...

Town of Lincoln seeks an Assistant Director. This position is responsible for administrative and professional library work, as well as technology within the town library facility.The successful candidate will assist the Director and staff in providing the best possible library service to patrons, will have a high technical aptitude and an understanding of the role technology plays in public libraries, and in the absence of the Library Director, assumes responsibility for the operation and maintenance of the town library. Work includes the supervision of all library employees, the implementation of operating procedures in accordance with professional standards of library administration, and carrying out the policies of the Board of Trustees.Works under the policy guidance and directives of ...

WARWICK PUBLIC LIBRARY DIRECTORThe City of Warwick, RI, has a population of 81,000 people. It is home to the state’s main airport, TF Green Airport. There are five libraries serving its population, which include: Warwick Public Library central branch on Sandy Lane, branches in Apponaug, Conimicut, and Norwood, and Pontiac Free Library, an independent, privately endowed facility. The three branches are small neighborhood libraries whose staff are shared with the Central Library.The Central Library building is over 62,000 sq. ft., and is the second largest public library building in the state. It was built in 1965, renovated in 1978, and underwent a major addition and renovation in 1998. Circulation in FY2019 was 498,755 print materials and 93,368 electronic items. There were 29,490 Warwic ...

Rogers Free Library in Bristol, Rhode Island is seeking experienced, innovative candidates for the position of Library Director. Built in 1877, the library is a community hub located in the center of Bristol, ranked as one of the 25 Best Small Towns in America by Architectural Digest in 2018. This deepwater seaport is home to more than 22,000 residents and Roger Williams University.GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:This is a professional, administrative position responsible for a broad range of public library functions. The work involves the responsibility for the provision of library services to patrons and community organizations. Duties include policy recommendations, departmental planning, and direction and administration of library activities. The work requires that the employee have thorou ...

SummaryManages integrated library systems operations associated with the effective metadata representation, discovery and sharing of library and archival collectionsEssential Job FunctionsCatalogs and classifies print and online information resources; analyzes and interprets resource data and applies appropriate bibliographic metadata standards and formatsEvaluates system functionality, including assessment of departmental outcomes, system usage, and user satisfaction data; recommends and establishes system options and settings universitywide to optimize the representation, discovery and sharing of library collections and information resourcesDevelops and implements policies and procedures, and oversees mediated lending of library collections and information resourcesManages requests from ...

Responsibilities:Serving the public at library’s circulation deskDuties include:Checking materials in and outPacking and unpacking inter-library loan deliveriesRegistering patrons to use the libraryCollecting overdue finesResponding to patron questions and problemsHelping patrons find items in the collectionHelping patrons use collection resources, both print and onlineAnswering the telephoneShelving returned library materialsQualifications:Graduation from high school or GED equivalentAbility to learn, understand and apply standard library principles, methods, techniques and routinesExperience with computers requiredAbility to establish and maintain effective personal relationships with the public and with working associatesPhysical capacity to work at a library service counter for exten ...

Celebrate 166 years of service and take the Connecticut State Library into its future as its next State Librarian honoring the mission to “preserve and make accessible Connecticut’s history and heritage and to advance the development of library services statewide.” The twelve-member CT State Library Board is inviting applications for the State Librarian position. With an annual $11 million budget (which includes $2 million in LSTA funding) and 87 staff, the State Librarian leads a forward looking, multi-faceted information agency. Key opportunities include: transitioning the State Library in the rapidly changing world of COVID-19; articulating to policymakers the role that libraries can play and how libraries can advance other public policy agendas; enhancing the State Library’s te ...

SCOPE OF WORK: To coordinate and review college learning resource needs and to provide instruction, materials, and research assistance to the college community. This position is located at River Valley Community College in Claremont, NH and reports to the Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs.ACCOUNTABILITIES:Manages all aspects of library administration, including long-term planning, budget development and control, collection management, community and public relations, personnel selection, facilities management, effective stewardship, and ongoing assessment of library resources including data collection, review, and synthesis for annual library report and IPEDS.Works effectively with individuals from all parts of the campus community; promotes the library’s resources and servic ...

Literacy Volunteers of Kent County (LVKC) is seeking a Program Director to oversee the day-to-day operations of our adult literacy program. Housed in the Coventry Public Library, LVKC fights illiteracy in adults by training tutors to work one-on-one with both basic literacy and English Language Learners.The Program Director oversees the office, matches tutors with students, supports these matches in various ways, and is the public face of LVKC. This individual reports to a Board of Directors and the Coventry Public Library director. ...

The West Warwick Public Library is seeking creative, dynamic individuals for multiple positions as Information Services Assistants. The ideal candidate is flexible, forward-thinking, and passionate about serving the community in new and innovative ways. The Information Services Assistant works in the Reference department and assists the Head of Information Services and the Information 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. Both morning and afternoon & evening based schedules are available, and both may require the ability to work Saturdays. Starting pay is $11.10 per hour. Click here for the full j ...

The Cranston Public Library is seeking an extraordinary candidate for the position of Librarian II- Branch Librarian at the William Hall Library. The Cranston Public Library is innovating library services to fulfill the needs of our changing and diverse community. CPL values a commitment to public service and believes in the professional development of our library staff. Come join our team!This is a professional, supervisory position under the direction of the Library Director and the Assistant Library Director, responsible for management and operation of the William Hall Library branch of the Cranston Public Library system. This is a 35 hour per week position with some nights and weekends required.The Branch Librarian manages a full-time youth services librarian, a full-time circulation s ...

WEST WARWICK PUBLIC LIBRARYPOSITION AVAILABLEYouth Services LibrarianThe West Warwick Public Library seeks a creative, bright, motivated individual for a full-time position as the Youth Services Librarian. This position reports directly to the Head of Youth Services.The Youth Services Librarian is responsible for library services for children ages birth through 18 and their parents and caregivers. This includes collection development, early literacy programs, storytimes, sensory programming, after-school programming for kids, teens and more. Under the direction of the Head of Youth Services this position is responsible for planning, organizing, developing services and maintaining a collection for the entirety of the Youth Department.QualificationsA Master's Degree in Library Science from a ...

The Cumberland Public Library has an opening for Part-Time Children’s Assistant. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who is creative, energetic, and enjoys working with children and their families. Duties include assisting with the provision of children’s services; managing department in absence of Children’s Librarian; reference and research assistance; reader’s advisory; assistance with computer catalog and bibliographic instruction; programming both in person and virtually; supervision of pages and volunteers; displays and exhibit case; maintaining the collection; clerical duties.This is a paraprofessional position under the supervision of the Children Services Coordinator. Knowledge of library practices, techniques, and materials is a plus - although not required. Can ...

We are seeking two detail oriented, qualified individuals to assist in a three week, temporary project relocating a sensitive collection of archives in Providence, RI.Duties include but are not limited to the following tasks:• Identifying and ordering archival material for moving• Scanning and inventory control• Re-shelving material in specific shelf orderRequirements:• Must be available for immediate employment beginning on Monday, July 13th• Must be punctual and reliable• Must be authorized to work in the United States• Must be at least 18 years of age• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently• Must be able to repetitively reach and bend in order to access high and low shelves• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds• Must agree to undergo CORI background ...

A new way of thinking. The Board of Trustees is seeking a dynamic leader to continue to transform the library's facilities and culture and to champion the evolving and increasingly important role of the library in our community.Who we are. The North Kingstown Free Library, located in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, was established in 1899. It serves the town in conjunction with two affiliated independent libraries. We now occupy a 30,000 square foot facility overlooking a part of Wickford Cove. Our well-regarded staff consists of 21 employees. The town population is 26,675, we have 12,117 registered borrowers, the annual library budget is 1.6 million, and the collection contains 250,000 items. Our library has a long history of providing high quality traditional and innovative library servic ...

The Director of Library & Learning Commons will work with the Associate Dean to provide leadership and direction for the Bristol Library and Learning Commons. Specifically, the Director will assist in the overall administration and day-to-day operation of the Bristol Library and Learning Commons in the Attleboro, New Bedford, and Taunton locations. ...

Executive Director of The Libraries of FosterFoster, Rhode IslandThe Libraries of Foster's Board of Trustees is seeking a creative, energetic, and forward-thinking person to serve as Executive Director of Library Services. The Director works with staff and volunteers to provide comprehensive library services to the community of Foster, a small town in northwestern Rhode Island. The Libraries of Foster is a private, nonprofit organization currently housed in two historic buildings and governed by a seven-member board. The position is ideal for a library professional who has the vision to meet the evolving needs of our rural community. The library board is in the process of planning and building a new, centrally-located library, and the successful candidate will possess the leadership skills ...

General Statement of DutiesThe Coordinator of Reference, Instructional Services and User Experience provides shared leadership and strategic direction in the development and implementation of research and information literacy practices that support student success and the creation of user-centered, inclusive and accessible experiences with Library resources and responsive touch points. The Coordinator facilitates communication between all members of the reference and instruction team (day and evening) and provides reference service and research instruction to Library patrons. The Coordinator oversees the management of electronic resources, conducts usability studies with Library users and maintains and develops the Library website.ResponsibilitiesTeaches classes in support of the Library i ...

OverviewThe Town of Fairhaven is a historic seaside community on the southeastern coast of Massachusetts. Fairhaven is 70 miles from Boston, 25 miles from Cape Cod, and shares a harbor with the City of New Bedford. As of 2020, Fairhaven’s population was 16,140.Fairhaven has a rich history that includes shipbuilding, sailmaking, whaling, scrimshaw, and a deep connection to the Japanese sister city of Tosashimizu, as the first Japanese-American citizen, Manjiro Nakama, attended school and resided in Fairhaven. Being the site of the first American Revolution naval battle, the birthplace of Joseph Bates (and his Seventh Adventist Church), and the birthplace of Henry Huttleston Rogers (oil tycoon and benefactor) are just some of the historical claims cherished by this quiet community.Millicen ...

East Greenwich Free Library Director:The East Greenwich Free Library, a nonprofit public library, established since 1869 has been at the center of community life in East Greenwich for one hundred and fifty years. Serving a population of over 13,000 and housed in an historic building in the center of town, our library has over 80,000 items with a circulation of close to 300,000 per year. This represents the fourth highest circulation per capita in the state.Responsibilities:Develop and administer library operations and personnel, subject to the approval of the Library Board of TrusteesSupervise and evaluate staff based on job description and performancePromote and provide professional development and trainingEnact protocols for technology upgrading and trainingAcquire information necessary ...

A new way of thinking. The Board of Trustees is seeking a dynamic leader to continue to transform the library's facilities and culture and to champion the evolving and increasingly important role of the library in our community.Who we are. The North Kingstown Free Library, located in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, was established in 1899. It serves the town in conjunction with two affiliated independent libraries. We now occupy a 30,000 square foot facility overlooking a part of Wickford Cove. Our well-regarded staff consists of 21 employees. The town population is 26,675, we have 12,117 registered borrowers, the annual library budget is 1.6 million, and the collection contains 250,000 items. Our library has a long history of providing high quality traditional and innovative library servic ...

The Memorial and Library Association of Westerly seeks an innovative, engaged, energetic, and customer-oriented professional for our new Head of Public Services position at this busy, progressive organization. The Memorial and Library Association, established in 1892, oversees Westerly Library and Wilcox Park and directly serves the communities of Westerly, RI and Stonington, CT. The Association is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization whose mission is to strengthen the community and enrich lives by stimulating intellect and sparking imagination through access to literature, information, technology, nature, and the arts. The Head of Public Services works with the Executive Director and Assistant Director to provide extraordinary service to the communities of Westerly, RI and Stonington, CT ...

Community | Innovation | Respect | Discovery | Integrity | Excellence | LeadershipThe Board of Trustees of the renowned Darien Library seeks its next Director—a  visionary leader ready to reimagine the Library’s role consistent with its culture of excellence in service to its patrons and the Darien community in a world that continues to change. The successful candidate values: the expertise of a knowledgeable staff of 28 full-time and 37 part-time library employees; thoughtful innovation; and creative approaches to building upon the Library's history of excellent patron service and commitment to exceeding expectations. The Director can seamlessly transition from being a helping hand at a Library program to managing the complexities of a $3.8 million annual Town budget process. As the ...

Responsibilities:Provides individual, group, and classroom instruction in the use of information resources, both in-person and virtuallyConsults with instructional faculty on the integration of library resources with the learning processAssists in the creation of educational material, including research guides, audiovisual files, digital formats, and other assorted online contentProvides traditional and virtual reference and research assistance to the university communityIn the absence of a full-time librarian, may supervise library clerks and technicians. Performs other duties as assigned by the Public Services LibrarianRequired qualifications:ALA accredited Master’s degreeKnowledge of and experience with teaching strategies and practices, both in-person and virtualPrior professional e ...

Responsibilities:Develops informational material and social media initiatives which promote library resources, goals, services, and news to a variety of audiencesImplements outreach efforts, exhibits, and eventsAssists in the assessment of library outreach and advocacy programmingProvides traditional and virtual reference and research assistance to the university community; supervises social media intern(s)In the absence of a full-time librarian, may supervise library clerks and techniciansPerforms other duties as assigned by the Student Success Librarian Required qualifications: ALA accredited Master’s degreePrior experience developing and implementing library programs and outreach initiativesProficiency using social media platformsKnowledge of mark-up languages, graphic and website d ...