Part-time Reference Librarian, Springfield Technical Community College, Springfield, MA
Posted October 29, 2014
General Statement of Duties:
The STCC Library is well known among colleagues and students for our strength in support of student learning and of student success. The staff is a team of individuals who all contribute to the library’s goals.
Responsibilities:
The Part Time Reference Librarian will work 15 hours per week. Break work depends on the hours awarded. The Part Time Reference Librarian will:
- Provide excellent public service at our Reference Desk.
- Develop and maintain effective presentation skills.
- Teach bibliographic instruction classes including research and assignment specific skills.
- Be aware of communication needs and styles of different learners.
- Work in a team environment.
- Collaborate with the Coordinator of Reference & Instruction.
- Prepare library subject guides and instructional materials for print and web environments.
- Become familiar with the library’s collections.
- Have and continue to develop knowledge of new technologies and new techniques in reference services.
- Have excellent computer skills, especially with the use of Microsoft Office and Google products. Proficiency with CSS, JavaScript and HTML5 is preferred.
- Maintain and report accurate statistics including, but not limited to reference services.
- Assist in planning, implementing and publicizing reference services in innovative ways throughout the college community.
- Participate in library related social media communications.
- Support a strong service orientation throughout the library.
- Participate in the library’s liaison program.
- Assume additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum Knowledge and Skills: An MLS is preferred, but consideration will be given to candidates within one or two courses of completing the degree.
The candidate must:
- Be able to communicate effectively on a professional level both in writing and orally.
- Be comfortable with incorporating emerging technologies into the research process.
- Demonstrate research proficiency.
- Be familiar with MLA and APA Style. Familiarity with AMA style is a plus.
- Understand research methodologies and tools.
- Enjoy engaging colleagues and students in the joy of research
- Have excellent computer skills, especially with the use of Microsoft Office and Google products. Proficiency with CSS, JavaScript and HTML5 preferred.
- Be able to prioritize projects and meet deadlines.
- Have an aptitude for organization and attention to detail.
- Acknowledge learning style differences.
- Strong team communication skills
- Be excited about teaching classes and individuals, and demonstrate those skills.
Salary: $25.06 an hour. 15 hours a week. No Benefits.
Closing Date: November 7, 2014
Apply to: All applicants must apply online at www.stcc.edu. Please submit a cover letter and a resume as application for this position.
Springfield Technical Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College’s Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or the United States Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights.