Librarian, Holyoke Community College, Holyoke, MA
Posted November 14, 2015
About Holyoke Community College:
Holyoke Community College: the opportunities you want; the future you’re looking for.
For over 65 years, Holyoke Community College has been a gateway to quality education and career advancement. Seeking to realize their dreams and aspirations, more than 100,000 students have come through the open doors of the College. HCC offers over 100 different academic options.
The Commonwealth’s oldest community college, Holyoke Community College serves more than 12,500 students annually in credit and noncredit programs and courses. The college has the highest transfer rate of any community college statewide, holding articulation agreements with more than 27 colleges and universities. Recognized for its Honors Program, distance learning curriculum, learning communities, and service to students, HCC also offers business development opportunities through the Kittredge Center for Business and Workforce Development.
Job Description:
The librarian, in conjunction with other professional librarians, provides reference services and information literacy instruction.
DUTIES:
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Provides reference services to all library patrons by servicing regular shifts on the reference desk.
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Participates in the Information Literacy Instruction program by teaching classes as needed.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited school, excellent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; the ability to work effectively with a diverse community. Must be able to work Wednesdays from 5-8:30 p.m. and alternating Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
COMPENSATION: $26.40/hr.
HOURS: Average 5.5 hours per week (alternates between 3.5 and 7.5 per week)
FUNDING: Trust
Additional Information:
Holyoke Community College is committed to excellence and opportunity through diversity in education and employment. Holyoke Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, maternity leave, and national origin, in its education programs or employment.
– All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. HCC is not sponsoring H1B Visa.
– Pre-Employment Background check, including Criminal History will be conducted for all positions.
Application Instructions:
Applicants interested in applying MUST submit the following documents via online:
- Resume/CV
- Letter of Interest (Cover Letter) and
- List of references with names, addresses, & telephone numbers of three professional references
DEADLINE: Screening will begin will applications received by December 1, 2015. Additional applications may be considered until position is filled.
Returning applicants – Login to your Holyoke Employment Account to check completed application. https://hcc.interviewexchange.com/login.jsp
For more information and to apply:
https://hcc.interviewexchange.