Reference Services Librarian - PT
- Employer
- North Central College
- Location
- Illinois, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- May 3, 2023
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Professional Fields, Library & Information Sciences, Administrative, Academic Affairs, Librarians & Library Administration
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
S000735
Position Title
Reference Services Librarian - PT
Department
Library
Division
Academic Affairs
Supervisor Title
Head of Outreach and Liaison Services
Status
Part Time <1,000 Hours
Position Summary
The individual in this position provides reference service at the Information Desk. This is a part-time (evening/weekend) non-exempt position providing reference services.
Employed August through May, two evenings and one weekend day (640 annual hours)
Description of Key Responsibilities
1. Provide reference service at the Information Desk
2. Maintain building security, including responsibility for opening and/or closing the building, when required
3. Supervise student assistants during evening and weekend hours
4. Handle requests directed to library staff member on duty
5. Complete projects assigned by Coordinator of Outreach and Liaison Services
6. Perform other related duties as appropriately assigned
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Support the College’s mission, vision and values, and contribute to the advancement of the College’s Strategic Plan.
2. Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous quality improvement.
3. Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students and visitors to the College. Promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1. Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students and visitors to the College.
2. Promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.
3. Ability to communicate in the English language, both orally and in writing, in a manner consistent with professional standards.
Distinguishing Characteristics
The individual in this position provides reference service at the Information Desk. The individual in this position must cooperate as a team member with the library staff in performing duties essential to efficient library operations. Because the duties of this position require personal interactions with students, faculty, administration, staff, and vendors, excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
Education/Training
Bachelor’s degree, and must have completed at least 18 graduate credit hours in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited institution.
Experience
Reference service experience or training is required. Experience and background in an integrated online environment required. Experience and background in electronic information resources is required.
Licenses or Certifications
Is This a Temporary Position?
No
Employment Conditions
An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College’s background screening process.
If you are hired, in accordance with College policy and the State of Illinois Executive Order 2021-20 “and subsequent continuations”, we will require you to provide proof that you have received the COVID -19 vaccine or have a valid religious or medical reason not to be vaccinated. Those who remain unvaccinated must participate in weekly COVID -19 testing as a condition of employment.
For more information about the College’s vaccine expectation along with other helpful information regarding the College’s current health and safety protocols—go to covid.northcentralcollege.edu/health
Number of Vacancies
1
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce. NCC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources. Determinations for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Close Date
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Applicants who would enrich the diversity of the campus community are strongly encouraged to apply.
Additional Information
#ZR
Posting Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Information
Posting Number
S000735
Position Title
Reference Services Librarian - PT
Department
Library
Division
Academic Affairs
Supervisor Title
Head of Outreach and Liaison Services
Status
Part Time <1,000 Hours
Position Summary
The individual in this position provides reference service at the Information Desk. This is a part-time (evening/weekend) non-exempt position providing reference services.
Employed August through May, two evenings and one weekend day (640 annual hours)
Description of Key Responsibilities
1. Provide reference service at the Information Desk
2. Maintain building security, including responsibility for opening and/or closing the building, when required
3. Supervise student assistants during evening and weekend hours
4. Handle requests directed to library staff member on duty
5. Complete projects assigned by Coordinator of Outreach and Liaison Services
6. Perform other related duties as appropriately assigned
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Support the College’s mission, vision and values, and contribute to the advancement of the College’s Strategic Plan.
2. Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous quality improvement.
3. Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students and visitors to the College. Promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1. Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students and visitors to the College.
2. Promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.
3. Ability to communicate in the English language, both orally and in writing, in a manner consistent with professional standards.
Distinguishing Characteristics
The individual in this position provides reference service at the Information Desk. The individual in this position must cooperate as a team member with the library staff in performing duties essential to efficient library operations. Because the duties of this position require personal interactions with students, faculty, administration, staff, and vendors, excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
Education/Training
Bachelor’s degree, and must have completed at least 18 graduate credit hours in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited institution.
Experience
Reference service experience or training is required. Experience and background in an integrated online environment required. Experience and background in electronic information resources is required.
Licenses or Certifications
Is This a Temporary Position?
No
Employment Conditions
An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College’s background screening process.
If you are hired, in accordance with College policy and the State of Illinois Executive Order 2021-20 “and subsequent continuations”, we will require you to provide proof that you have received the COVID -19 vaccine or have a valid religious or medical reason not to be vaccinated. Those who remain unvaccinated must participate in weekly COVID -19 testing as a condition of employment.
For more information about the College’s vaccine expectation along with other helpful information regarding the College’s current health and safety protocols—go to covid.northcentralcollege.edu/health
Number of Vacancies
1
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce. NCC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources. Determinations for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Close Date
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Applicants who would enrich the diversity of the campus community are strongly encouraged to apply.
Additional Information
#ZR
Posting Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- How many graduate credit hours in Library Science from an
American Library Association accredited institution have you
completed?
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
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