PART-TIME DIGITAL SERVICES AND REFERENCE LIBRARIAN

CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

EAST PROVIDENCE PUBLIC LIBRARY

PART-TIME DIGITAL SERVICES AND REFERENCE LIBRARIAN

19 Hours per week - $22 per hour, no benefits

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The East Providence Public Library is looking for an enthusiastic and innovative librarian to provide general and specialized instruction and reference services 19-hours/week. This position requires a commitment to providing excellent customer service, a patient and friendly manner, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a live and/or virtual setting. The library strives to cultivate an inclusive environment and prioritizes hiring, mentoring, and developing library staff that reflect the diversity of the East Providence community.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Planning and implementing a schedule of computer and/or technology instruction classes

Managing Device Advice, a one-on-one tech help program

Providing computer assistance to patrons and troubleshooting e-Zone and other inquiries on patrons’ devices

Assisting patrons with electronic resources, databases, and Internet tools

Developing and maintaining print and digital instructional materials as needed to assist patrons and staff with new technology and/or new tech services

Promoting the use of the library’s electronic resources through programming and one-on-one instruction

Providing general information services including answering reference, readers’ advisory, and tech-related questions, placing holds, and assisting patrons with the library’s office-related functions (printing, copying, faxing, and scanning)

 

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

American Library Association accredited Master’s Degree in Library Science or active matriculation in an accredited Masters of Library Science program with at least 9 credits completed

Knowledge of the theories, principles, practices and tools of public library services

Ability to think creatively and seek innovative uses of technology to further library service goals

Ability to communicate technical information clearly

Knowledge of emerging digital technologies

Ability to work well with limited supervision

Interest in a team approach; highly collaborative work style

Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills

Ability to travel between library locations

Requires flexible work schedule for day, weekend, and evening hours

This job description is intended to be representative and not necessarily inclusive of all duties and responsibilities

THE COMMUNITY:

East Providence is a city in Providence County, Rhode Island. At a population of 47,037, it is the fifth-largest city in the state. The East Providence Public Library is comprised of three locations. Our main library is the Weaver Memorial Library. We also have the Riverside Branch Library and Fuller Creative Learning Center.

EXAMINATION WEIGHT

Oral 100 %

Please apply online at:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=7194c980-8645-4d6c-a63d-4aa97ffa0bad&ccId=19000101_000001&type=JS&lang=en_US

 

Application and resume must be submitted no later than April 4, 2023, by 4:00 p.m.

At the City of East Providence we celebrate the diversity of our citizenry, and are proud to encourage inclusiveness in our workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.

ADA/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

 

                                                                                                                            POSTED 03/20/2023

Submission Deadline 
Tuesday, April 4, 2023

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