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SalaryThe Reference and Instruction Librarian provides information literacy instruction, reference help, tutoring, and technology assistance to students, faculty, staff, and community members. The position supports the systems of the Library and Learning Centers. The Reference and Instruction Librarian has the ability to use varying styles and approaches that reflect an understanding and acceptance of the role of culture in a diverse, multicultural workplace, and is part of a team working together to enhance students’ academic success, persistence, and completion.
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATIONANDEXPERIENCE
- Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library program or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in library/information science from an ALA-accredited program.
- 1 year of Library experience required. Academic library experience preferred.
Criteria
CRITERIA: The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. A Resume/CV and cover letter are required with the application. Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed below for this position.
ESSENTIALDUTIES
ESSENTIALDUTIES
- Interact and help patrons (students, faculty, staff, and guests) in identifying, locating, and accessing information on-campus and online via LibAnswers and Zoom
- Develop, teach, and assess information literacy in various environments at various college locations including one-time visits to classes and in-person or online presentations
- Support the discovery, promotion, and management of the library collection
- Carry out special projects promoting the Learning Commons and its resources
- Collaborate with classroom faculty to plan library instruction sessions
- Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Mastery of course content
- Ability to provide service to diverse populations using a student-centered approach
- Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty and staff
- Ability to plan, deliver and assess effective instruction
- Ability to teach in face to face, remote and online modalities, as needed
- Ability to effectively use instructional technology (Internet, instructional software, learning management system, videoconferencing, etc.).
- Critical thinking, organization, and conflict management skills
- Research skills (where appropriate)
- Time management, planning and organizational skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Problem-solving and analytical ability
- Ability to teach in non-traditional formats (online, remote, hybrid) and settings (off-campus, weekends, evenings and accelerated).
- Ability to teach core introductory courses and general education courses
Job Requirements
PHYSICALREQUIREMENTS
Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions maybe required. Occasionally the ability to physically move and lift materials 5-25 pounds maybe required.
OTHERREQUIREMENTS
OTHERREQUIREMENTS
- Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
- As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
- A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information will be required if selected for an interview.
Is Background Check Required?
Yes
Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children or directly engaging with minor children on campus?
No
