Part-Time Reference Librarian, Emmanuel College, Boston, MA
Posted July 26, 2019
Job Description:
Reporting to the Associate Librarian for Reference, Instruction and Outreach, the Reference Librarian will perform reference, public service, and some technical service duties, oversee all library operations on nights, weekends, and holidays, assist library patrons in the use of electronic resources, assist with scheduled information literacy classes and participate in special projects.
Essential responsibilities will include:
- As the senior staff member on duty, provide overall supervision of library operations and guidance as needed to student workers during any night, weekend, or holiday shifts. (Student workers are assigned their specific tasks by their supervisors.)
- Provide reference and information services, including database searching instruction, and assistance with the use of print materials.
- Provide coverage in circulation, reserves, and media services, as needed.
- Assist in maintaining and troubleshooting reference computers and printers.
- Input reference transactions into the reference statistical database.
- Assist with reference projects to enhance library users’ research skills.
- Provide written shift reports and other feedback to the Associate Librarian and to student worker supervisors as directed.
Requirements:
Our ideal candidates will possess an MLS or be an MLS candidate who has completed the Reference course, and have 1-2 years of library reference experience or related customer service experience. Candidates should be able to supervise student workers on night, weekend and holiday shifts. Candidates should also have knowledge, skills, and facility with both print and electronic resources; facility with new technologies; ability to work successfully in a team environment and individually; willingness to provide library instruction under the supervision of the Associate Librarian for Reference, Instruction, and Outreach; ability to work closely and effectively with students and faculty; good interpersonal and communication skills; and ability to participate in and initiate special projects.
Available shifts are Wednesdays 5-10PM and Mondays 12-5PM.
Additional Information:
Emmanuel College seeks to create a working and learning environment that reflect the society and community in which we are located, and we actively encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
Application Instructions:
After submitting your resume with this application form, you will be prompted to complete an Applicant Profile where you will be able to upload your cover letter and list of references.
In order to be considered for this position, you need to submit all three documents: a resume, cover letter and a list of three references with phone numbers.