Late Shift Reference Librarian (Part-Time), Nashua, NH

Posted August 13, 2022

Description:

Provide reference service to faculty, staff, students, and other library patrons using the full range of
technology aids such as email, chat, phone, Zoom, and traditional modes of interaction.

Assist in training and supervising student and graduate student workers in the absence of circulation
staff. Communicate and uphold library policies. Assist patrons as needed in the basic use of computers,
Microsoft Office products, printers, photocopiers, scanners, etc. May assist with other department
functions including circulation, interlibrary loan, and technical services.

Qualifications

Required: MLS degree or MLS degree candidate (a combination of education and experience from which
comparable knowledge skills and experience are acquired may be considered). Excellent customer
service and communication skills; able to interact courteously with library patrons, student workers, and
library staff; able to exercise sound discretion when administering library policies. Experience with
conducting reference interviews and searching research databases. Familiarity with Microsoft Office
products and basic technical troubleshooting.

Preferred: Experience working in an academic library. Some experience with library circulation systems,
as well as supervisory experience.

Work Schedule

31 weeks, academic year (excluding holidays and breaks)
Monday to Thursday: 8:30 p.m. to midnight and Sunday from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., with extended
hours during finals weeks.
Total hours = 19 per week

How to Apply:

Apply online at rivier.edu/careers or submit cover letter, resume and the contact information for three
professional references to: Office of Human Resources, Rivier University, 420 South Main St., Nashua,
NH 03060 Attn: LATE SHIFT REFERENCE LIBRARIAN PART TIME

Interested individuals are invited to apply and while we appreciate every applicant’s interest, only those
under consideration will be contacted.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Priority will be
given to those candidates who apply by Thursday, August 18, 2022.