Top 24 Library Jobs in Providence Ri

Senior Library Specialist- Access Services- Circulation- Rockefeller/Sciences/Orwig
Brown University —Providence, RI
- Part-time
- Background check
- Management
- Computer literacy
Library Assistant - Borrower Services
Bryant University —Smithfield, RI
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
- University
- Bachelor's degree
8d
Digitization Specialist
East Providence Public Library —East Providence, RI
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Temporary
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Entry level
Quick Apply
7d
Senior Library Expert-CLEAR--CLEAR Coordinator and Data Catalog Specialist
Brown University —Providence, RI
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- University
- Criminal background check
3d
Library/Media Specialist
Johnston Public Schools —Johnston, RI
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- 3 years
Library Assistant - Technical Services
Town of Foxborough, MA —Foxborough, MA
- $20.64 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
14d
Youth Services Specialist - Children’s/Teens
Providence Public Library —Providence, RI
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- English
- Mid-level
- Free parking
- Opportunities for advancement
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1d
Library Media Specialist - Cole Middle School
East Greenwich Schools —East Greenwich, RI
- Full-time
- Research
- Experience working with children
- Senior level
8d
Library Media Specialist 1 Year Only - Frenchtown Elementary School
East Greenwich Schools —East Greenwich, RI
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Experience working with children
7d
Makerspace Specialist
Providence Public Library —Providence, RI
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Spanish
- English
- Free parking
- Employee assistance program
Quick Apply
1d
RI School for the Deaf-School Librarian/Technology Specialist
Rhode Island School for the Deaf —Providence, RI
- Full-time
- Math
- Math
- Senior level
Part-Time Library Assistant
Town of Killingly —Danielson, CT
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- In-person
- Ability to stand for extended periods
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9d
Youth Services Specialist: Children’s & Teens
Providence Public Library —Providence, RI
- $20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Spanish
- English
- Free parking
- Employee assistance program
Quick Apply
1d
Teacher - Elem. School Library (SY 26-27) [One year position]
Providence School District —Providence, RI
- $48,343 - $91,123 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Education
6d
Librarian/Teacher
Fall River School District —Fall River, MA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Public school
9d
Library Media Specialist 1 Year Only - Eldredge Elementary School
East Greenwich Schools —East Greenwich, RI
- Full-time
- Google Workspace
- Research
- Mid-level
Senior Library Technologist (SLT)- Systems Analyst / Library Web and Discovery Systems / Digital Technologies
Brown University —Providence, RI
- Full-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- JavaScript
20h
Barrington Public Library- PT Custodian
Town Of Barrington —Barrington, RI
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Entry level
Quick Apply
13d
School Librarian
Our Lady of Mercy Parish & School (East Greenwich) —East Greenwich, RI
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
Quick Apply
School Librarian
Our Lady of Mercy School —East Greenwich, RI
- Part-time
- Mid-level

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Senior Library Specialist- Access Services- Circulation- Rockefeller/Sciences/Orwig

Brown University -
Providence, RI

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Job Details

Part-time

Qualifications

Computer operation
Customer communication
In-person customer service
Moving
Desktop applications
Productivity software
Technical Proficiency

Full Job Description

Job Description:

Performs skilled tasks in Access Services-Circulation in support of the Library's mission. Provides Circulation services at multiple service points (Rockefeller, Science & Orwig libraries). Provides library users with timely assistance and customer service, and promotes self- sufficiency in locating and using library and information resources, equipment and services onsite or online. Provides library users with timely retrieval of library materials upon request and within preferred time frame. Performs functions related to the operation and maintenance of course reserve systems. This is a library union position.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

Provides customer service and assistance to users in support of library services
Provides instruction and guidance on how to use the library, access its resources, and develop information seeking skills
Provides assistance to increase self-sufficiency
Assists users with research software and related tools (e.g., bibliographic citation management software and e-book reading software)
Provides general library tours consistent with the Library's tour outline Interprets library policies and procedures Assists users in locating alternative information resources and services Answers directional, navigational, informational, and how-to queries Facilitates referral of in-depth questions to specialists as appropriate
Responds to and interacts with online users referring to specialists as appropriate Assists users in locating, retrieving, borrowing, and copying library-owned information resources
Routes, lends, pages, searches, receives, charges, discharges, holds, scans, downloads, and copies library materials Creates and edits patron, course reserve, bibliographic (e.g., minimal level "on the fly") records; creates and edits item records for storage.
Collects fines and fees, adjusts patron accounts, issues library privileges, and assigns carrels/lockers
Assists onsite users with the Library's public equipment; does basic troubleshooting, arranges for repair, and refers to specialist as appropriate. Checks and performs basic maintenance on the Library's public equipment (e.g., fills paper trays, adds toner, clears paper jams, stocks needed supplies)
Assists onsite users with other equipment within the library, including OIT-owned, Graphic Services-owned and BrownCard-owned equipment in the absence of non library staff; does basic troubleshooting, refers to specialist as appropriate and checks and performs basic maintenance on such equipment
Utilizes resource sharing systems including consortia! and reciprocal agreements to borrow and lend library materials Receives and processes requests for material, as for example, course reserves or resource sharing
Physically prepares material for reserves and resource sharing, and for return to stacks
Identifies, selects and creates physical or electronic copies of source material requested for course reserves or resource sharing
Creates links for electronic reserves
Assists with compliance with resource sharing policies within Library guidelines Assists supervisors with generating and/or reviewing reports
Maintains hold shelf, Reference collection and Course Reserves Opens and closes buildings in the absence of other security personnel
Assumes additional responsibility on evenings, weekends and holidays for collections and buildings in the absence of other library personnel
Trains and provides assistance to co-workers
Trains, schedules their work, directs, and assists with payroll for student assistants Performs related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Previous public service experience in an academic library preferred Computer skill, ability to use standard computer software packages

Capacity to learn new technologies and systems necessary for continually effective job performance

Ability to interact favorably with library users and co-workers

Oral and written communication skills

Problem solving skills

Ability to unpack, shelve, and move library materials

Eyesight which permits close work

Ability to perform detailed work accurately with reasonable speed Knowledge of one or more foreign languages desirable

Successful completion of a test may be required

Will be required to work evenings and/or weekends

Hours: Academic year

Thu. 6:00 pm - 2:00 am (7.5 hours)
Fri. 2:15 pm -10:15 pm (7.5 hours)
Sat. 2:15 pm -10:15 pm (7.5 hours)
Sun. 10:00 am - 4:15 pm (5.75 hours)

Summer/breaks (when the library is in "short hours")

Wednesday, 8:00 am - 3:30 pm (7 hours)
Thursday, 3:30 pm - 9:15 pm (5.25 hours)
Friday, 8:00 am - 3:30 pm (7 hours)
Saturday, 9:45 am - 5:15 pm (7 hours)

Best Consideration Date: June 26, 2026

Background check: All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-05-29

Job Posting Title:

Senior Library Specialist- Access Services- Circulation- Rockefeller/Sciences/Orwig

Department:

University Library

Grade:

Library Grades

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

28.13

Position Work Location:

Onsite

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C. All remote work must be performed in a state in which Brown is registered to do business.

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If you have any questions you may contact [email protected].

Brown is an E-Verify Employer.

EEO Statement:

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.

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Hours: Academic year

Thu. 6:00 pm - 2:00 am (7.5 hours)

Fri. 2:15 pm -10:15 pm (7.5 hours)

Sat. 2:15 pm -10:15 pm (7.5 hours)

Sun. 10:00 am - 4:15 pm (5.75 hours)

Summer/breaks (when the library is in "short hours")

Wednesday, 8:00 am - 3:30 pm (7 hours)

Thursday, 3:30 pm - 9:15 pm (5.25 hours)

Friday, 8:00 am - 3:30 pm (7 hours)

Saturday, 9:45 am - 5:15 pm (7 hours)

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