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Apply Short-term temp/contract Location: Providence, RI 02912 Duration: August 31 - December 4, 2026 Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM or 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM Pay Rate: $28.74 per hour About the Role Based Primarily in the Library Mailroom in the Rockefeller Library: Supports the moving and storage of library physical materials and mail to/from Library Annex, and on campus library facilities. What You'll do: Performs library and warehouse related duties as required by orderly library operations. Typical duties could include shipping and receiving and physical storage preparation throughout Library facilities

Interacts in a courteous and helpful manner in performing the job. Assures security, orderliness and cleanliness of all receiving, storage and stockroom areas within scope of responsibility. Assures proper storage of all materials at all times.

Observes proper receiving procedures. This includes checking quantities against purchasing requisitions and refusing deliveries which do not meet established criteria. Resolves any discrepancies in deliveries and immediately informs supervisor of those discrepancies that cannot be resolved.

Receives, sorts and delivers incoming and inter-office mail shipments. Delivers materials to appropriate departments. Packs and prepares outgoing mail shipments and keeps a log of outgoing mail.

Fills supply requests from library inventory. Oversee the day-to-day operation of the Rockefeller loading dock and mail room areas. Additional tasks as assigned.

Qualifications: Graduate from high school or equivalent, and two years post-secondary education or equivalent experience Accuracy in counting, weighing and recording data Ability to function as an effective member of a team Ability to interact favorably with the public and coworkers Excellent communication and customer relation skills Ability to perform work accurately and at reasonable speed Ability to work in multiple locations as directed and assigned by the supervisor Physical strength and stamina for prolonged standing, lifting and carrying heavy library materials. Boxes can weigh up to 30 pounds nextSource is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure, and life experiences, or for any other reason.

nextSource is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talent@nextSource.com. What nextSource Provides: Healthcare Benefits including Medical, Prescription, Vision & Dental Coverage | United Healthcare Voluntary STD & LTD | New York Life 401(k) Retirement Planning | Fidelity Discount Program *You are Eligible to participate in the benefits program if you are considered a full-time employee of nextSource, working at least 30 hours per week on a consistent basis

Your coverage will be effective on the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment. Published on 05 Aug 2026, 6:15 PM