Library Jobs in the United States
Clarkson University
Potsdam, NY
Provides leadership and coordinates all access services functions (circulation, course reserves, interlibrary loan and stacks management) by planning, coordinating, developing, interpreting and implementing library-wide policies and procedures. Ability to manage and train student work employees to successfully operate independently Experience:Preferred Experience: Public services and interlibrary loan experience with demonstrated supervisory skills.
The Jewish Theological Seminary (JTS)
New York, NY
This includes but is not limited to management and coordination of public services for students and external users, special collections, conservation, digitization, library systems, technical services, collection development, and cataloging. Leadership position for Judaica academic and research library, meeting the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century library.
The George Washington University
Washington, DC
Duties and Responsibilities:Performs copy cataloging duties:Imports and edits bibliographic records by assigning Library of Congress call number classification, subject headings, and Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) to library materials. Himmelfarb’s collections consist of over 6,700 electronic texts, 6,500 electronic journals, and 125+ databases in addition to print collections of approximately 75,000 items.
The George Washington University
Washington, DC
Working in a team to perform daily Access Services duties: providing access to the building; verifying visitor eligibility; providing policy and procedural information to patrons; checking in and out materials; creating and correcting library accounts; basic cataloguing of circulating incidentals; shelving of returned materials and reserve items; and provides basic reference to patrons. Responsive to the changing landscape of information and education, being sensitive both to traditional and emergent modes of communication, we bring together diverse constituents of faculty, students, and staff in a highly collaborative, dynamic, and deeply engaged intellectual community to support research, teaching and learning.
The George Washington University
Washington, DC
Working in a team to perform daily Access Services duties: providing access to the building; verifying visitor eligibility; providing policy and procedural information to patrons; checking in and out materials; creating and correcting library accounts; basic cataloguing of circulating incidentals; shelving of returned materials and reserve items; and provides basic reference to patrons. Responsive to the changing landscape of information and education, being sensitive both to traditional and emergent modes of communication, we bring together diverse constituents of faculty, students, and staff in a highly collaborative, dynamic, and deeply engaged intellectual community to support research, teaching and learning.
Chapel Hill Solutions
High Point, NC
Establishes library objectives that mesh with the campus’s long-term goal for information services for students, staff, and faculty and develops these library goals while managing policies and programs that further their success. Advocates on behalf of the library with stakeholders, communicating the value of library resources and services in supporting the broader University mission, initiatives, and programs, and regularly reports these findings to the University community.
International Leadership of Texas
Houston, TX
The Library Media Specialist will serve as an instructional technology specialist to ensure the library/media center is involved in instructional programs of the campus and will assist campus principals and teachers in integration and use of instructional technology. The Library Media Specialist will supervise and manage the school library/media center and provide services and resources that allow students to develop skills in locating, evaluating, synthesizing, and using information to solve problems.
Ingram Content Group
La Vergne, TN
Ingram Content Group is a part of Ingram Industries Inc. and includes Ingram Book Group LLC, Ingram Publisher Services LLC, Lightning Source LLC, Ingram Library Services LLC, Tennessee Book Company LLC, Ingram Content Group UK Ltd. and Ingram Content Group Australia Pty Ltd. We focus on providing exceptional support to our library customers by improving workflows and processes with content, shelf-ready services, collection development and analytics -- all while developing and maintaining everlasting relationships with our clients.
University of California Office of the President
Oakland, CA
Reporting to the Deputy Director and Books Publisher, this person works closely with marketing, acquisitions, and fulfillment colleagues in both the books and journals programs to create, develop, implement and manage comprehensive sales strategies, including short and long-range strategic planning, to meet established goals. Oversee library membership program for UC Press's open access monograph program, Luminos, and evaluate alternative models of institutional support10% Sales Analysis: Assume lead responsibility for sales analysis for institutional markets, analyzing sales trends and data across a range of sources .
Parkview Health
Fort Wayne, IN
For this Summer Internship Position, we are looking for a student with excellent communication skills (previous experience with public speaking is preferred); direct work with the public (previous experience working with vulnerable populations preferred); self-motivated/comfortable taking initiative; familiarity with HIPAA/patient privacy & confidentiality; prior experience website development is a plus (for electronic library of nutrition resources project) This internship will be expected to work the 24-40 hours per week. Parkview Health·Health and Well-BeingFort Wayne,INInternshipsWork Location:Parkview Business Technology CenterBenefit Eligible:Non-benefitedHours/Week:24-40Req #176988Days,M-FWeekends?
AbbVie
North Chicago, IL
The DNA-encoded Library (DEL) platform group at AbbVie Headquarters in Lake County, Illinois, is seeking a highly talented and motivated scientist to enhance our DEL Chemistry development platform and DEL data analysis capabilities within our Small Molecule Therapeutics and Platform Technologies organization. Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state orlocal law: The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at thetimeof this posting based on the job grade for this position.
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
St Augustine, FL
Under the supervision of the Campus Librarian, responsible for library management, including but not limited to: acquisition; cataloging; circulation procedures and policies; inventory and purchasing; technological support including computers, printers and 3D Printers; desk coverage; and supervision of student workers. The Assistant Librarian also supports the Campus Librarian with reference duties on desk and online; inter-library loan requests, online chat, and library instruction, as needed.
LHH
Burlington, VT
The ideal Candidate will have at least 5 years of law library experience working in a prior role and handling management of all of the libraries physical and electronic books, databases, legal research (LexisNexis, Westlaw), legal writing, managing CLEs (Continuing Legal Education), risk management and conflicts matters. • Legal Research and Information Retrieval while assisting attorneys, paralegals, and other legal staff in conducting legal research, utilizing print and electronic resources.
Anne Arundel County
Annapolis, MD
911 Call Taker/Dispatcher Automotive Mechanic I Budget and Management Analyst II/III Classification/Compensation Analyst, Part-Time Combination Code Inspector (Building, Electrical, Plumbing and Mechanical) Construction Code Inspector - Electrical Inspector Correctional Program Specialist II Custodial Worker Deputy Sheriff I - Entry Level Deputy Sheriff I - Lateral Entry Equipment Operator I Equipment Operator II Environmental Technician Forestry Program Specialist Landfill Manager Maintenance Worker II Maryland Public Information Act Office support Assistant II Office Support Specialist Permit Specialist (Planning Technician II) Police Officer - Entry Level Senior Center Associate Senior Equipment Operator Sheriff's Communications Operator Survey Field Technician Telecommunications Officer Utilities Support Worker II Utility Repair Crew Leader Wastewater System Technician I Water System Technician I/II. You may access the Internet at any Anne Arundel County library, or visit our office at 2660 Riva Road in Annapolis, MD.
A-Line Staffing Solutions
Logan, OH
Benefits are available to full-time employees after 90 days of employment and include health, optical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance . This role offers career growth, a supportive work environment, and full-time hours (40+ per week).
A-Line Staffing Solutions
Columbus, OH
586-710-7959 or LKOPASZ@ALINESTAFFING.COM . 586-710-7959 oIf you are interested in this Librarian 1 position, please contact Lindsay at .
State of CT Judicial Branch
Vernon, CT
The State of Connecticut Judicial Branch offers its employees a top notch array of health and retirement benefits including but not limited to: paid holidays, vacation, sick and personal leave, group life insurance, 457 Deferred Compensation, voluntary flexible spending account programs, discounted auto and home insurance policies and long and short term disability. The State of Connecticut Judicial Branch is seeking a Law Librarian I to perform professional to advanced library duties which include providing legal reference and research guidance, instruction in database searching, catalog and collection maintenance.
Westat
Rockville, MD
Expertise with developing, executing, and documenting sound literature search strategies in research databases, including PubMed, MEDLINE, APA PsycINFO, etc. • Conduct detailed literature searches for literature reviews and complex research requests in the areas of health, education, and social policy for government projects.
Library Jobs Overview
Librarians are devoted stewards of local communities throughout the country. Besides empowering Americans with free access to books, knowledge, and information, libraries are transforming themselves into useful repositories that provide a multiplicity of services, activities, and communal engagements. This includes complimentary Internet service for those who can’t afford it and fun learning sessions for children, providing much-needed relief for parents nationwide.
If you have an endlessly curious mind and a strong desire to serve your community—and also love being surrounded by books—you should look into library jobs, which include positions for librarians, library media specialists, and library archivists. And the job outlook for this field is propitious, with an increasing demand for librarians to help with management, records, research, maintenance, and guiding members and visitors to find what they need. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment for librarians is expected to burgeon at a steady, faster-than-average 5% rate.
Do you know what kind of library jobs you’re aiming for? If not, you can narrow down your search with these specific roles:
Librarian Education and Skills
Library jobs will require that you have a four-year bachelor’s degree from an accredited college. Any major will do at the undergraduate level, but if you want to take it further, you should get a Master of Library Science (MLS) degree from a university accredited by the American Library Association (ALA). Then, consider your options for earning a post-grad teacher-librarian certificate if you want to work in a school library.
Other necessary skills for librarians include good judgment, patience, and the ability to accommodate inquiries from a diversity of patrons. Libraries can host some quirky characters too—that guy who walked in with a Crocodile Dundee hat and a snake around his neck may just have a Ph.D. in linguistics and need your help with finding a particular Noam Chomsky volume.
Update Your Librarian Resume
Pairing an analytical mind with a passion for books, a penchant for cataloguing, inexorable zeal for promoting literacy programs, and rejoicing in locating the right information or references will help you thrive in any librarian role, so make sure to highlight all of that on your resume. You can also check out Monster’s list of resume samples to get you inspired, along with a selection of articles with sundry pointers on resume writing—from summary examples to how to insert volunteer work (which libraries will certainly appreciate).
Meanwhile, show off your writing skills by including a cover letter in your library job application. Make sure to review our sample cover letter for librarians before you start. Then, infuse it with your personality and go over additional cover letter guidelines from our writing experts.
Interviewing for a Library Job
You may first be invited to do a phone screening before going to the library itself for an on-site job interview. To prepare, put yourself in the shoes of a seasoned librarian and don’t forget—a big part of the role is focused on community service. Hence, some questions your interviewer could ask are:
- How can libraries best support and invigorate their community?
- As a librarian, how would you create a positive influence in your community?
- How would you help a student conduct research? How about an elderly person?
Monster features several guides on how to approach job interview questions, so feel free to browse around to ensure you’re ready to respond intelligently to subjects ranging from your aptness with new digital systems for libraries to how you’d oversee the development of certain collections that may be lacking.
How Much Do Library Jobs Pay?
You can make a solid salary as a librarian while harnessing your fondness for literature and your dedication to educate the community, spread knowledge, and keep people informed. Currently, the median pay for librariansin the U.S. is $49,643. Search around using the Salary Tools from Monster to see specific pay details for librarian roles in various locations. Plus, we have loads of compelling tips for discussing salaries and benefits, including smart questions to ask during salary negotiation.
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