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Reference Librarian (part-time), Bunker Hill Community College, Boston, MA

Posted March 9, 2015

Bunker Hill Community College Library & Learning Commons
250 New Rutherford Ave.
Boston, MA 02129

Summary of Job Responsibilities

Organizes and supervises the services and activities at the reference desk including providing reference service to patrons, providing automated reference services, assisting library patrons in the selection and use of library materials, and providing library instruction to students and faculty. In addition, this individual will be responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of reference services and responsible for reporting monthly statistics. The Bunker Hill Community College Library reference desk works in conjunction with access services, therefore the position requires collaborative supervision over the daily operations and personnel management of library circulation and reserves. This individual will assist in development and enforcement of policies and procedures.

Job Duties

  • Interacts and provides assistance to patrons (students, faculty, staff, and guests) in identifying, locating, and accessing information on-campus and online
  • Provides reference and instructional services in individual and group settings using print and electronic information sources
  • Provides answers to reference questions. Conducts reference interviews as necessary
  • Assists in the development of guides (online/electronic and in print) to improve access and use of information including, but not limited to, the navigation of databases, style and format guides, subject-specific guides, copyright, and plagiarism
  • Contributes to the evaluation and development of reference services and collection through statistical analysis.
  • Recommends new services to Library Director
  • Initiates special projects promoting the library and its resources
  • Collaboratively plans, coordinates and oversees daily circulation operations
  • Assists in the supervision and training of library assistants employed at the library
  • Maintains discipline and order in the library
  • Assists with other library operations and performs other related duties as assigned by Library Director
  • Works as a member of a team with the goal of excellent patron service

Required Qualifications

  • ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library and/or Information Science (M.L.I.S. or M.L.S.)
  • One to two years of post-Master’s degree experience involving library operations, Information Literacy, library information systems, and reference experience in an academic library, preferably in a community college library
  • Familiarity with integrated library systems
  • Ability to work days and evenings
  • Proven ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff and student population
  • Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
  • Strong communication skills- written and oral
  • Proficiency in MS Office suite

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proficiency using Evergreen ILS
  • Proficiency in promoting library resources using social media platforms: Facebook, Library Thing, Twitter, Pinterest, Tumblr, wikis..
  • Knowledge of computer applications: Adobe Creative Suite, Camtasia, Photoshop, Dream Weaver

To apply, please send your cover letter and resume to the Bunker Hill Community College Library & Learning Commons Director, Dr. Vivica Pierre, at [email protected].

Please apply by March 23, 2015 (the cut-off date for applications).

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