Library Researcher jobs in Massachusetts

Library Researcher carries out research activities in a library. Processes requests for research information and compiles information on related topics. Being a Library Researcher requires a bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Library Researcher relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Library Building Monitor Supervisor
  • Massachusetts Library System
  • Amherst, MA FULL_TIME
  • Title: Library Building Monitor Supervisor

    Location: W. E. B. Du Bois Library, UMass Amherst

    Amherst, MA

    Start date: September 24, 2023

    End date: May 18, 2024

    Schedule:
    Part-time or full-time schedule available.

    Coverage needed for:
    • Academic Semesters: Sunday-Tuesday 3:30-11:30pm, Friday 11:30-7:30pm, Saturday 9:30-5:30pm
    • Winter Session: Monday-Friday 9:30-5:30pm
    Pay Rate: $17.50 per hour

    CORI: Not required

    Job Summary:
    As Library Building Monitor Supervisor, work within a team to coordinate and oversee security activities, and monitor library users to reduce theft, vandalism, and infractions of library rules in the W. E. B. Du Bois Library. The Library Building Monitor Supervisor will perform duties in accordance with standard procedures, exercise a high degree of independent judgment in the performance of tasks, and exercise discretion in handling confidential information. This position reports to the Assistant Director, Facilities.

    Essential Functions:
    • Working in a team under the Assistant Director, Facilities, coordinate and oversee the security activities of the W. E. B. Du Bois Library during assigned shifts. Monitor library users to reduce theft, vandalism, and infractions of library rules. Interact with other campus departments, including campus police, as necessary to ensure operational continuity. Communicate with library administrators as needed to solve complex problems or to receive instructions in emergency situations.
    • Respond to maintenance and other emergencies within the building. Take appropriate steps to correct the problem, safeguard the occupants and maintain services. Initiate work order requests for building maintenance issues.
    • Monitor use of W. E. B. Du Bois Library. Lock and unlock doors according to published schedule of hours. Prepare building for use or for closing according to established procedures. Enforce library rules and regulations concerning items that may not be brought into the Library and items that may not be removed from the building. Enforce library and university rules and regulations concerning health and safety, including proper response to fire alarms and elevator alarms and malfunctions. Assist people stranded in elevators as needed. Receive and record reports of building problems and user behavior problems. Make regular rounds and security checks of the building. Conduct surveillance of assigned areas and notify appropriate authorities as needed. Take appropriate action in accordance with standard procedures. Keep records of activity. Request assistance from appropriate library and university agencies as required, and follow up as appropriate.
    • Train and supervise student employees. Provide backup support to ensure that student time is complete and accurate, so that student employees will be paid for time worked.
    • Act as backup Learning Commons Desk as needed. Exercise considerable independent judgment in handling questions directly or referring them to professional reference librarians or other paraprofessional staff.
    • Supervise the Information Desk. Answer questions or refer queries to other staff members in accordance with guidelines provided in the Information Desk and Access Services policy manuals.
    • Assist patrons with checking out items using either the Library’s Management System or self -checkout machines. Refer problems to Learning Commons Desk employees.
    Qualifications:
    • Supervisory experience involving training and oversight in a fast-paced setting
    • Successful prior experience in a position requiring interpersonal and customer service skills, including tactfulness, and the ability to overcome obstacles and provide appropriate solutions to problems
    • Experience with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Access
    • Experience successfully working on a team setting
    BiblioTemps® is an employment service of the Massachusetts Library System that provides experienced library workers for temporary placements in public, academic, and special libraries throughout Massachusetts.

    Submit resume via our job board - https://www.bibliotemps.com/jobs

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Library Advisory Specialist
  • Board of Library Commissioners
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • General Statement of Duties and Responsibilities: Provides information and advisory assistance to public library trustees, librarians, municipal officials, Friends organizations, and other interested ...
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Researcher
  • City Connects, Center for Thriving Children
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • Background: The Mary E. Walsh Center for Thriving Children (CTC) at Boston College uses research and data to identify and evaluate strategies that successfully transform schools and communities into s...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Researcher
  • NEIGHBORHOOD ASSISTANCE CORP. OF AMERICA
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • RESEARCHER SALARY RANGE: $45,000 - $65,000 FLSA: Exempt LOCATION: Boston, MA CONTACT: jobs@naca.com or 617-250-6222 ext.1221 BENEFITS: Comprehensive package: single/family health, vision, dental, 401(...
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Researcher
  • House of Representatives
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • Agency Overview: The Massachusetts House of Representatives (“House”) is comprised of 160 independently elected Members, each representing a district of approximately 43,000 people. Position Overview:...
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php developer
  • Resume-Library
  • Melrose, MA FULL_TIME
  • Company Descriptiontest tags . In this world, people are so fulfilled they reach out and positively contribute to the lives of others.Thats whom we impact, and thats what we are building. Want to be a...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Case Researcher
  • Harvard University
  • Boston, MA
  • Basic Qualifications * Bachelor's degree required * 5 years of similar research and/or writing experience required Pleas...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Legislative Research Librarian
  • Trustpoint.One
  • Washington, DC
  • Trustpoint is proud to partner with a top Am Law 100 firm in their search of a Legislative Research Librarian on a direc...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Research Professional I
  • University of Arizona
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • The Southwest Institute for Research on Women (SIROW) was founded in 1979 as a regional research and resource institute....
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Research Aide
  • Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
  • Columbus, OH
  • Job Description Summary Research Aide to provide basic and general assistance to research projects being conducted under...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Research Professional III
  • University of Georgia
  • Athens, GA
  • Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number S08632P Working Title Research Professional III Department PSO-Carl Vinso...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Research Professional 2
  • University of Minnesota
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • Apply for Job Job ID 360310 Location Twin Cities Job Family Research-Support Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Legislative Research Librarian
  • Trustpoint.One
  • New York, NY
  • Trustpoint is proud to partner with a top Am Law 100 firm in their search of a Legislative Research Librarian on a direc...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Legislative Research Librarian
  • Trustpoint.One
  • Washington, DC
  • Trustpoint is proud to partner with a top Am Law 100 firm in their search of a Legislative Research Librarian on a direc...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Massachusetts is the 7th-smallest state in the United States. It is located in the New England region of the northeastern United States and has an area of 10,555 square miles (27,340 km2), 25.7% of which is water. Several large bays distinctly shape its coast. Boston is the largest city, at the inmost point of Massachusetts Bay, and the mouth of the Charles River. Despite its small size, Massachusetts features numerous topographically distinctive regions. The large coastal plain of the Atlantic Ocean in the eastern section of the state contains Greater Boston, along with most of the state's po...
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Income Estimation for Library Researcher jobs
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