DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Reference Librarian is responsible for cataloging (original and copy) and entering the cataloging into the library’s integrated library system; for serials processing and ILS management; for providing user services such as circulation and legal research and reference; for coordinating technical services and troubleshooting technical issues with the Judicial Technology Department; for performing periodic reviews of new and existing resources to ensure improved service and research efficiencies. The Reference Librarian shall assist the State Law Librarian in the promotion of the Law Library and four county libraries to departments within the Judiciary, state and federal agencies, students, vendors, and the general public, and to perform all other related duties as may be assigned by the State Law Librarian. The Reference Librarian may be required to work in any of the Law Library’s five (5) locations.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The position of Reference Librarian requires a Master’s Degree in Library & Information Science or that the candidate be currently enrolled in a MLIS degree program from an accredited institution; and one year of experience in a library or equivalent setting; experience in a law library is a plus. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and written and oral communication skills required. Candidates must be able to work with physical collections, which requires standing, bending, lifting library materials, pushing loaded book carts, climbing stools, climbing stairs, etc. Candidates must have experience using an ILS and be competent with Microsoft Office applications; or any combination of education and experience that is substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.
For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.
Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.
Skills Required
- Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an accredited institution, or current enrollment in an accredited MLIS program
- At least one year of experience in a library or equivalent setting
- Experience using an integrated library system
- Competence with Microsoft Office applications
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
- Ability to work with physical collections, including standing, bending, lifting library materials, pushing loaded book carts, and climbing stools and stairs
- Law library experience
What We Do
The State of Rhode Island is the official government entity responsible for the administration, governance, and delivery of public services to the citizens and residents of the state of Rhode Island.
