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Meeting Street

Librarian

Providence, RI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Medical, dental, vision and MORE Meeting Street is currently looking for a Librarian for 40 hours per week. Duties: * Teaches grade and age-appropriate reading, research and media skills in ...

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Meeting Street

Librarian

Providence, RI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Medical, dental, vision and MORE Meeting Street is currently looking for a Librarian for 40 hours per week. Duties: * Teaches grade and age-appropriate reading, research and media skills in ...

New

Meeting Street

Librarian

Providence, RI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Medical, dental, vision and MORE Meeting Street is currently looking for a Librarian for 40 hours per week. Duties: * Teaches grade and age-appropriate reading, research and media skills in ...

Providence Public Library

Chief Advancement Officer

Providence, RI · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Chief Advancement Officer (CAO) serves as Providence Public Library's senior fundraising and advancement executive, providing strategic leadership for all philanthropic revenue generation, donor ...

TekWissen LLC

Sr React JS Developer

Woonsocket, RI · On-site

$50 - $53/hr

Building and maintaining reusable components and front-end libraries. * Code Quality: Conducting code reviews and ensuring adherence to best practices. * Performance Optimization: Ensuring the ...

Brockton Area ARC Inc

Skills Trainer

Brockton, MA · On-site

$22 - $28/hr

This may include behavioral support, personal hygiene tasks, chores, meal preparation, money management, using the library, making a purchase at a store, or participating in a group-based community ...

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How much do library jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for library in Barrington, RI is $15.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.73 and $17.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a librarian, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Librarian, you typically need a Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS), strong research skills, and organizational abilities. Familiarity with library management systems, digital archives, and cataloguing tools like MARC or Dewey Decimal Classification is essential. Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills help librarians engage diverse patrons and collaborate with colleagues. These competencies ensure effective resource management, support lifelong learning, and enhance community access to information.

What do library workers do?

Library workers assist patrons in finding and borrowing materials, organize and maintain collections, and help with research and technology use. They may also plan educational programs, manage digital resources, and support community events. The specific duties depend on the role, such as librarian, library assistant, or technician, but all focus on making information accessible to the public.

What qualifications do I need to get a job in a library?

Different library jobs have varying qualifications. To become a librarian, you need a master’s degree in either library science or information studies. This is important if you work with students in an academic setting. You also need some research experience and a strong awareness of research procedures and tools. Library technicians and assistants need to have a high school diploma or a GED certificate and strong administrative skills. If you are seeking a job in library computer support, you need at least a bachelor’s degree in information technologies.

What are some common challenges faced by library staff when adapting to digital resources and technology?

Library staff often encounter challenges such as staying current with rapidly evolving digital platforms, assisting patrons with varying levels of tech literacy, and integrating new technologies with existing catalog systems. Balancing traditional library services with digital resource management requires ongoing training and flexibility. However, many libraries provide professional development opportunities and foster a supportive team environment to help staff successfully navigate these changes.

What is the difference between Library vs Archivist?

AspectLibraryArchivist
Required CredentialsLibrary degree or certification, MLS/MLISArchival certification, MLS/MLIS often preferred
Work EnvironmentPublic, academic, or special librariesArchives, museums, historical institutions
Industry UsageInformation management, education, public servicePreservation, historical records, cultural heritage

Libraries and archivists both manage information resources, but libraries focus on providing access to current materials for the public or specific groups, while archivists preserve historical records and rare collections. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Infographic showing various Library job openings in Barrington, RI as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% In-person, 4% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,559 per year, or $15.7 per hour.

Librarian

Meeting Street

Providence, RI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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 Looking for a rewarding career that makes a difference in children's lives? Look no further and join the team at Meeting Street! Meeting Street is a special place of learning, where children of all abilities have the opportunities to reach their fullest potential.


Full-time employees receive:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Generous PTO
  • 13 paid holidays
  • Medical, dental, vision and MORE

Meeting Street is currently looking for a Librarian for 40 hours per week. 


Duties:

  • Teaches grade and age-appropriate reading, research and media skills in conjunction with students' voice and choice in learning 
  • Develops lesson plans and instructional materials that consistently contain diverse content and genres throughout the academic year 
  • Provides a variety of learning experiences so that students demonstrate skills and concepts learned through individual and group performance.
  • Cooperates and networks with other libraries, librarians, and agencies to provide access to resources outside the school.
  • Models' effective strategies for developing multiple literacies.
  • Provides guidance in software and hardware evaluation.
  • Understands copyright, fair use, and licensing of intellectual property regulations, and assists others with their understanding and observance of the same.
  • Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the school day 
  • Provides a nurturing, supportive, and positive classroom environment that encourages student responsibility, using positive motivation, clear classroom routines, challenging instructional strategies and effective classroom management techniques.

Meeting Street believes the dignity of each person is paramount. We recognize that our community's future strength rests firmly on our commitment to our values of respect, compassion, integrity, inclusivity, and excellence. To uphold these commitments, we expect all employees to recognize and properly respond to racism and other forms of injustice.


It is our policy to recruit, hire, train, transfer and promote employees, and to ensure that all other employment practices (i.e. salary and benefits administration, education and training programs, and social and recreational programs) are administered without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, gender, sexual preference or orientation, gender expression or identity, age, national origin or ancestry, legally recognized disability, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, military status, socioeconomic background, homelessness or any other characteristic or category protected by law. It is also our policy to protect employees and applicants from any coercion, retaliation or discrimination for filing a complaint or assisting in any investigation pursuant to the equal opportunity laws.


Learn more about us at https://www.meetingstreet.org

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree with valid school librarian/media certification from RIDE or the ability to obtain  
  • Work environment and physical requirements consistent with those of a typical school environment 
  • Ability to move about the classroom and building continuously throughout the workday 
  • Utilize the computer (20%) of the time and other office equipment 

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