Part-Time Librarian, Quincy College, Quincy, MA

Reporting to the Director of Library Services, the Part-Time Librarian helps oversee the day-to-day operations of the Quincy library two to three evenings per week and Saturdays during the Fall and Spring semesters and equivalent daytime hours during Winter Intercession, spring break and summer sessions. Assignment/travel for both Quincy and Plymouth Campuses as well as other local travel may be required.

Primary duties include, but are not limited to:

• Instruction in the use of library resources and information literacy;
• Providing reference assistance;
• Managing electronic resources access;
• Opening and/or closing the Library;
• Collection analysis, research guide development/maintenance and other projects as assigned.

In addition he/she assists with overseeing the tasks of student workers in performance of the following duties:

• Front Desk tasks: checking books out and in, collecting any fines, providing assistance with reserve collection, processing library materials, answering informational, directional and basic computer troubleshooting questions.
• Stack maintenance tasks including retrieving books, sorting, shelving, shelf reading, shifting books and inventory.
• Participate in mandatory training/coursework.
• Other administrative duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Oversee student workers.

Work Hours: During Fall and Spring Semesters 2-3 evenings (5 to 8pm) plus Saturdays (8:30am to 1pm). Daytime hours during winter intercession, spring break and summer sessions. Schedule may vary occasionally due to teaching assignments.

Status: Temporary, Limited Part Time (maximum 17.5 hrs. per week) 

Requirements:
Educational Criteria: Master’s degree in Library Science required (Candidates currently enrolled in MLS program may be given consideration.)

Qualifications: 

• Experience in academic libraries.
• Experience with bibliographic instruction and teaching information literacy.
• Excellent customer service, collaboration and team skills.
• Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations.