How much does a Reference Librarian make in Boston, MA? The average Reference Librarian salary in Boston, MA is $83,020 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $71,588 and $95,397. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Reference Librarian Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $61,179 Boston,MA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $71,588 Boston,MA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $83,020 Boston,MA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $95,397 Boston,MA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $106,665 Boston,MA March 26, 2024
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What is a Reference Librarian ?

The reference desk or information desk of a library is a public service counter where professional librarians provide library users with direction to library materials, advice on library collections and services, and expertise on multiple kinds of information from multiple sources....

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Job Openings for Reference Librarian in Boston, MA
Fidelity TalentSource LLC - Boston , MA
Job Description: The Role\u00A0 Are you looking for a reference/research librarian role in a corporate setting?\u00A0 We are seeking a Senior Information Analyst who will be responsible for answering investment research inquiries from research analysts and portfolio managers. Your skills in identifying, accessing, and assessing relevant qualitative and quantitative information on companies, industries, and economics are essential components of the research process. Our investment professionals rely on you to use research methodologies, organize and clean data, identify resources and topics that align with their subject interests, and to proactively communicate your findings.\u00A0 You set your daily agenda by receiving new research requests and completing short- and long-term requests while contributing to projects that increase the value of research and information services to our partners (Research Analysts, Portfolio Managers, and Sector Specialists). \u00A0 The Expertise and Skills
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Harvard University - Cambridge , MA
Basic Qualifications * ALA accredited master's degree in library science/information science/archives or equivalent education with a concentration in archival studies or equivalent education or work experience. * Minimum of 5 years of professional experience providing reference and research services in archives or special collections. * Minimum three years supervisory/managerial experience in a library or archives setting. Additional Information Cover Letter: Please note that cover letters are required for every application for a position at the Harvard Radcliffe Institute. Please combine your cover letter and resume into a single document that is uploaded when you are instructed by HARVARD CAREERS, Harvard's online application program, to "Upload my resume/CV from my computer". Complete applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. However, we encourage all interested candidates to apply before January 31, 2024. Interviews: We will be conducting interv
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Gap, Inc. - Boston , MA
About the Role In this role, you will engage and connect with our customers by providing excellent customer service. You will be an expert in product and use this expertise to educate, inform, inspire and outfit the customer. You will offer information to the customer on current merchandise assortment, store promotions and events, and execute operational processes effectively and efficiently. Your goal is to bring our brand to life for our customers while building brand loyalty and delivering with productivity.What You'll Do All associates are expected to become experts of the brand's selling behaviors, leveraging these behaviors with every customer who walks through our doors and allowing us to provide a premium customer experience. Acknowledge and assist customers; locate merchandise efficiently using various methods; answer questions quickly and accurately Offer style and outfit suggestions to the customer, utilizing mannequins and displays for inspiration Promote loyalty by educati
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About the Role In this role, you will engage and connect with our customers by providing excellent customer service. You will be an expert in product and use this expertise to educate, inform, inspire and outfit the customer. You will offer information to the customer on current merchandise assortment, store promotions and events, and execute operational processes effectively and efficiently. Your goal is to bring our brand to life for our customers while building brand loyalty and delivering with productivity.What You'll Do All associates are expected to become experts of the brand's selling behaviors, leveraging these behaviors with every customer who walks through our doors and allowing us to provide a premium customer experience. Acknowledge and assist customers; locate merchandise efficiently using various methods; answer questions quickly and accurately Offer style and outfit suggestions to the customer, utilizing mannequins and displays for inspiration Promote loyalty by educati
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Sidley Austin LLP - Boston , MA
Summary: The Billing Specialist assists attorneys with the preparation of bills for clients, ensuring that the client bills are processed timely and in accordance with the client agreement. The Billing Specialist answers billing questions and researches billing related issues, prepares and distributes billing proformas, invoices, and billing related reports. The Billing Specialist acts as the billing advisor to attorneys and the legal secretaries, ensuring that all transactions are recorded according to accounting standards. The Billing Specialist regularly collaborates with other accounting departments, including ebilling, Accounts Receivable, Cash Applications, Cost Recovery, Pricing, Client Arrangements, Accounts Payable and Revenue Management, to help minimize any financial exposure to the Firm. Duties and Responsibilities: Performs daily billing activities to support partners, attorneys, and clients. Responsibilities include but are not limited to Proforma generation and edits, cr
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Cambridge Trust Company - Boston , MA
Summary: Oversees general administration of client relationships and performs wide variety of responsibilities related to serving clients. Manages all administrative aspects of portfolio of Wealth Management accounts. Responsibilities: Manages assigned client relationships, including all aspects of opening, administering, and closing of client accounts. Assists clients in person, via telephone, and by email with any ongoing client service activities, including requests for, or changes to, account information and Bank services, as authorized; takes lead service role with certain clients. Oversees set-up of new clients with portfolio on trust accounting system to ensure accuracy of mailings, tax reports and statements, and account information. Provides clients with objective, comprehensive, and needs-based advice for building and preserving wealth and transferring to future generations. Uses sophisticated planning software and other resources to create client presentations. Identifies an
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  1. This Job:

    Reference Librarian

    2 - 4 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

  2. Up a level:

    Senior Librarian

    4 - 7 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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