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Current Job Openings

• Part Time Custodian
• Part Time Reference Librarian

PART TIME CUSTODIAN

AUBURN BRANCH
396 PONTIAC AVE, CRANSTON, RI 02910

JOB SUMMARY

Part-time for a busy public library system. Routine building maintenance & cleaning duties. Ability to climb, lift, & stretch. Morning hours, 15 hours per week. Some schedule flexibility is essential. Transportation required. 

SALARY

$15 per hour; 15 hours per week

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Previous experience in cleaning, janitorial work, or custodial services

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions
Ability to stand for long periods of time
The position requires lifting, carrying and moving objects up to 50 pounds
Ability to climb a ladder
Ability to acquire knowledge of cleaning materials, methods, equipment and procedures
 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Previous experience in cleaning, janitorial work, or custodial services
Knowledge of floor care and commercial cleaning techniques
Familiarity with industrial cleaning and facilities maintenance
Ability to perform porter duties and basic maintenance tasks
Ability to work independently 
 

This job description is intended to be a general guide to the duties and responsibilities of the job and is not intended to list every possible task that the staff member may be called upon to perform.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE 

Please submit a letter of interest and resume to Joe Martucci,  jmartucci@cranstonlibrary.org 

Applications received by February 12, 2025 will receive first consideration.

PART TIME REFERENCE LIBRARIAN

WILLIAM HALL LIBRARY
1825 BROAD ST, CRANSTON, RI 02905

The Cranston Public Library is seeking an extraordinary candidate for the position of part-time Reference Librarian. CPL values a commitment to public service and believes in the professional development of our library staff. Come join our team!

The Cranston Public Library (CPL) system consists of a central library with five branch locations. CPL serves a population of 80,000 residents and is one of the busiest public libraries in Rhode Island. CPL is a member of the Ocean State Libraries (OSL) consortium. For more information on our library please visit: www.cranstonlibrary.org.

The Cranston Public Library is committed to creating and maintaining a staff that gives open expression to the Library’s organizational values and brings a rich diversity of peoples and talents to the accomplishment of the Library’s Mission.

The Cranston Public Library is an equal opportunity employer. The Library is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of race or color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age, country of ancestral origin, or other protected class status.

SALARY

$21.00 per hour; 20 hours a week, some evenings and weekends required.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Branch Librarian, this position provides reference, circulation, technology help, and readers' advisory services to the public at the William Hall Library including the delivery of information through a variety of digital formats. This is a 20 hour per week part time with no benefits. Some evenings and weekends required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s Degree in Library Science from an institution accredited by the American Library Association
One year of experience preferred
Ability to travel to required locations in a timely manner
 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Provides exemplary customer service.
Provides Reference and Readers’ Advisory Services for the public, including the delivery of information through a variety of electronic formats.
Instructs library users in the use of the online catalog, basic reference tools, and other library equipment and services.
Operates, troubleshoots and provides instruction on public computers and all library-owned technology.
Assists with circulation functions including checking out materials, placing holds, and issuing library cards.
Performs other duties as assigned.
 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Commitment to outstanding public service.
Knowledge of the theories, principles, practices and tools of library science in general and public library reference service, in particular.
Knowledge of basic computer troubleshooting including hardware and printers.
Excellent computer skills and knowledge of office applications.
Knowledge of eReaders and eBooks platforms.
Ability to function as a member of a team to achieve library goals and objectives.
Knowledge of current technological applications for information access. Ability to utilize web-based and subscription databases.
Ability to push carts and bins loaded with library materials.
Ability to reach and retrieve library materials at high and low shelf heights.
Experience with integrated library systems, preferably Koha ILS.
 

This job description is intended to be a general guide to the duties and responsibilities of the job and is not intended to list every possible task that the staff member may be called upon to perform.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE Please submit a letter of interest and resume to Zachary Berger at zach@cranstonlibrary.org.   Applications received by February 24, 2025 will receive first consideration.