Reference Librarian (Part-time)

Primary Location:

391 Country Club Road Wylie Texas 75098

We are searching for candidates that meet the required qualifications and experience and are able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Job Summary:

Provide library reference services and instruction to Collin College students faculty staff and the general public. Explain and assist students faculty and staff in the use of the library databases streaming audio and video library catalog electronic books and other features located on the library homepage. Develop evaluate and maintain the library collection and serve as library liaison in assigned discipline department.

Required Qualifications:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Explain and assist in the use of reference sources books periodical indexes Internet and online databases to locate information. Demonstrate the procedures for searching library catalog. Assist students faculty and staff in finding scholarly sources for research.
• Schedule and provide library instruction and orientation through class presentations workshops and web-based instruction.
• Serve as liaison between the library and teaching faculty on matters of curriculum support through collection development and bibliographic instruction. Assist teaching faculty in the design of library assignments.
• Select and develop collection of reference and circulating materials including books periodicals DVDs software CDs eBooks and other electronic materials in support of curriculum. Develop online library collections.
• Assemble and arrange displays of books and other library materials.
• Assist in the development of operations guidelines and policies and procedures for library services.
• Supervise functional areas of assignment as needed. Supervise operations and personnel when Library Director is unavailable.
• Develop and deliver a range of traditional and innovative library services. Develop web-based resources.

Supplemental Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform all duties to maintain all standards in accordance with college policies procedures and Core Values.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of reference in emerging technologies
• Knowledge of trends in library services
• Knowledge of online databases and integrated library systems
• Knowledge of liaison facultys subject area
• Knowledge of library collection
• Knowledge of College policies and procedures
• Knowledge of ALA standards for reference services
• Computer and applicable software skills
• Customer service skills
• Instructional skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Troubleshooting skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Public speaking skills
• Ability to integrate technology into instruction
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with students and faculty
• Ability to develop lists of library materials
• Ability to conduct reference interviews
• Ability to evaluate new library database products

Physical Demands Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally up to 10 pounds of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly having to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for the Sedentary Work category and the worker sits most of the time the job is rated Light Work. Positions in this class typically include talking hearing seeing grasping standing walking and repetitive motions plus stooping kneeling crouching and reaching. Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Office environment. Little physical effort required.

Requirements
Masters degree in library science or library and information science from an accredited American Library Association institution.
Three (3) years of reference experience in an academic public or special library.

**This position is Security Sensitive therefore candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.**

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job as duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Collin College reserves the right to add change amend or delete portions of this job description at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made by Collin College in its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required & Preferred Qualifications (if applicable):

This position is for an evening and weekend librarian. Candidate must be able to work at least two evenings and Saturdays.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of the positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Fair Labor Standards Act (exempt/non-exempt) is designated by position. The employer actively supports Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations.

***This is a Security Sensitive position. Therefore candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.***

Compensation Type:

Hourly

Employment Type:

Part time

Compensation:

$28.59

Hourly

For any employment questions please contact HR at or send an email to: .

Collin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.