Reference and Instruction Librarian (Part-Time), Quinsigamond Community College, (Worchester, MA)

Posted June 16, 2025

Description

The Part-Time Reference and Instruction Librarian provides reference services and instruction to students, faculty and staff online and at both the downtown healthcare library as well as the Alden Library on the West Boylston campus. Supervision Received: Reports to the Dean for Library and Academic Support Services or designee.

Responsibilities

1. Staffs the reference desk and answers questions in person or via phone, email or chat.
2. Leads library instruction sessions either face-to-face or via zoom or Blackboard Collaborate.
3. Prepares course-specific materials to support students’ research needs.
4. Keeps reference and instruction statistics as needed.
5. Assists users in use of equipment, facilities and resources.
6. Assists full-time librarians on special projects in support of the services of the library.
7. Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

1. Master’s in Library Science from an American Library Association Accredited Library/Information Science program. . Degree candidates who are 1-4 courses away from completing the Master’s in Library Science will be considered.
2. Experience in teaching library orientation and/or information literacy sessions to individuals and groups.
3. Experience providing reference service using print and electronic resources.
4. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
5. Excellent Customer Service skills.

Hours and Compensation

This is a part-time position.

MCCC Professional rate of $35.31 per hour. No benefits apply.

Visit our Web Site at www.qcc.edu/human-resources for information about our positions.

How to Apply

All applicants must apply online by submitting:

Resume
Cover Letter
Names and contact information for three (3) professional references

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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