"Part-Time Reference Librarian"

Part-Time Reference Librarian - Lynn Campus

Non-benefited, MCCC unit position

SALARY: $35.31/hr., 15 hours per week

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: We seek diverse, equity-minded candidates who bring new perspectives and experiences to enrich our educational community. Working closely with the staff of the Lynn Campus Library, the part-time Reference Librarian is responsible for providing high-quality instruction and research assistance to students, faculty, and staff in active virtual and in-person academic environments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Deliver engaging information literacy instruction for individuals and groups and develop innovative pedagogy to achieve desired learning outcomes.
• Develop resources and tutorials on searching, publishing, information management, and other topics of interest.
• Serve as a liaison with academic departments and instructors to provide library support of instruction, student learning, outreach, and collection development.
• Responsible for library operations during assigned working hours, including working cooperatively with circulation staff and supervising student workers.
• Provide access services support using Koha ILS
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Master's degree in Library Science, Library & Information Science, or experience and/or training that includes library operations, library information systems, reference services, bibliographic instruction, circulation services, and cataloging; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Current MLIS students are welcome to apply.
• Dedicated to community college student success and committed to the values of access, equity, and inclusion with a strong commitment to public service and the provision of exceptional service.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Strong presentation/instructional skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently with little supervision.
• Patience and flexibility in handling people, technology, and problems. Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Fluency in a language in addition to English (Spanish, highly preferred).
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
• Candidates will be required to pass a CORI/SORI and/or a National background check as a condition of employment.

Additional Information: North Shore Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits Sex-Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator, Affirmative Action and Compliance Officer, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights: TitleIX@northshore.edu

In alignment with our mission to provide accessible, affordable, and rigorous educational and employment opportunities, NSCC is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment and employment process, and to support fulfilling essential job functions. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to our ADA/504 Coordinator: Employee_Accom@northshore.edu