Librarian, Reference & Instruction

Summary

Librarian, Reference & InstructionCompensation Type: SalariedCompensation: $27.86The Librarian, Reference & Instruction guides a community of students, faculty, and staff to access information with critical insight via individual reference assistance, group instruction, and guides (print and online). This position collaborates with librarians and staff to provide user-centered services and spaces for learning and research.Instructional & Faculty SupportVisits classes to teach information literacy and research using activity-based learning and evidence-informed pedagogical strategiesLeads workshops and participates in new student orientations and college programs. Guides learners in developing critical thinking and information literacy skills, including identifying, locating, evaluating, and effectively using information across diverse formatsDesigns and implements instructional tutorials and materials, continuously integrating best practices in teaching and information literacyPartners with faculty as an information literacy subject-matter expert to design instruction aligned with course curricula, research assignments, and student readinessConsults on the development of pedagogically sound library research assignmentsProvides library instruction at off-campus sitesManages a designated section of the library collection, including selecting, evaluating, and weeding print and electronic resources, and overseeing the associated budget to ensure alignment with instructional and curricular needsCustomer Service & Reference SupportProvides reference and research support to students, faculty, and staff, fostering critical thinking and information literacyGuides students in selecting and refining research topics, evaluating and synthesizing sources, and developing strategic search approachesSupports ethical and effective use of information, including citation, copyright, and proper attribution, empowering students to think critically and independently throughout the research processPromotes library services and programs through library-hosted events, campus activities, social media, and written communicationsEngages the campus community to raise awareness of resources and services and provides input on the development of reference guidelines and proceduresContinuous Development, Technology & Program SupportActively engages in professional development through trainings, workshops, and conferences to stay current with trends and best practices in librarianship and information literacy instructionContributes to the development and maintenance of the library website, including webpages, online research guides, and other publicationsRecords and analyzes statistics for reference and instruction sessions, and participates in library assessment activitiesCulture of RespectFosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the communityOther Duties & ResponsibilitiesAttends all required department meetings and trainingCommunicates any concerns related to building operations to the appropriate contactsMonitors computer equipment used to access library informationContacts IT support if service is needed for non-functional equipmentServes on library and College committeesRegular, predictable, and punctual attendance is requiredHours Specifically From 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM Monday Through FridayAdditional Job DescriptionMaster's Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited institutionThree (3) years of progressively responsible experience working in a library reference position or a related fieldAn appropriate combination of education, training, coursework, and experience may qualify a candidateState Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable ability to gain access to work site(s)

Job Description

Librarian, Reference & InstructionCompensation Type: SalariedCompensation: $27.86The Librarian, Reference & Instruction guides a community of students, faculty, and staff to access information with critical insight via individual reference assistance, group instruction, and guides (print and online). This position collaborates with librarians and staff to provide user-centered services and spaces for learning and research.Instructional & Faculty SupportVisits classes to teach information literacy and research using activity-based learning and evidence-informed pedagogical strategiesLeads workshops and participates in new student orientations and college programs. Guides learners in developing critical thinking and information literacy skills, including identifying, locating, evaluating, and effectively using information across diverse formatsDesigns and implements instructional tutorials and materials, continuously integrating best practices in teaching and information literacyPartners with faculty as an information literacy subject-matter expert to design instruction aligned with course curricula, research assignments, and student readinessConsults on the development of pedagogically sound library research assignmentsProvides library instruction at off-campus sitesManages a designated section of the library collection, including selecting, evaluating, and weeding print and electronic resources, and overseeing the associated budget to ensure alignment with instructional and curricular needsCustomer Service & Reference SupportProvides reference and research support to students, faculty, and staff, fostering critical thinking and information literacyGuides students in selecting and refining research topics, evaluating and synthesizing sources, and developing strategic search approachesSupports ethical and effective use of information, including citation, copyright, and proper attribution, empowering students to think critically and independently throughout the research processPromotes library services and programs through library-hosted events, campus activities, social media, and written communicationsEngages the campus community to raise awareness of resources and services and provides input on the development of reference guidelines and proceduresContinuous Development, Technology & Program SupportActively engages in professional development through trainings, workshops, and conferences to stay current with trends and best practices in librarianship and information literacy instructionContributes to the development and maintenance of the library website, including webpages, online research guides, and other publicationsRecords and analyzes statistics for reference and instruction sessions, and participates in library assessment activitiesCulture of RespectFosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the communityOther Duties & ResponsibilitiesAttends all required department meetings and trainingCommunicates any concerns related to building operations to the appropriate contactsMonitors computer equipment used to access library informationContacts IT support if service is needed for non-functional equipmentServes on library and College committeesRegular, predictable, and punctual attendance is requiredHours Specifically From 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM Monday Through FridayAdditional Job DescriptionMaster's Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited institutionThree (3) years of progressively responsible experience working in a library reference position or a related fieldAn appropriate combination of education, training, coursework, and experience may qualify a candidateState Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable ability to gain access to work site(s)