Part-Time Reference Librarian (Taunton Center), Bristol Community College, Fall River, MA
Posted August 30, 2016
STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Responsible for providing professional library reference services to community college students, faculty, and staff; perform reference services, teach bibliographic instruction and information literacy; and assist researchers in use of print/electronic resources including online search services, internet, and networked information resources at the Taunton Center.
SUPERVISION: Reports to the Associate Dean of Library Services.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide general reference assistance to library users via multiple mediums including, chat, email, LMS, and in-person.
- Provide bibliographic instruction. Conducts orientation sessions, tours, and classroom introductions to library services/resources.
- Develop and update content using LibGuides. Creates web-based tutorials on library research and citation tools.
- Compile statistics on usage of various library services/resources.
- Create/maintain library displays and exhibits.
- Participate in circulation desk activities, including checking materials in/out.
- Generate interlibrary loan requests.
- Participate in development of library collection to support curricula, course requirements, and assignments of the college.
- Maintain professional knowledge of information and trends in library and related technology fields and be innovative in recommending new ideas to connect students with information.
- Assist with use of library equipment.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in Library Science, Library & Information Science, or closely related field; with three (3) years’ experience and/or training that includes library operations, library information systems, reference services, bibliographic instruction, circulation services, and cataloging; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience; and the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body.
Additional Information:
POSITION STATUS:
This is a part-time, MCCC/MTA unit, position with no benefits, 22 hours per week, 50 weeks per year. Work Schedule: Monday – Thursday: 10:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. This position is subject to the 2017 budget appropriation.
SALARY: $ 26.40 per hour.
Application Instructions:
Screening will begin with applications received by July 21, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled. Please submit a cover letter, resume and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references. Only on-line applications will be considered.
Bristol Community College is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
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