Part-Time Librarian: Reference & Instruction

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Bailey (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Muskegon Community College is seeking an Adjunct Librarian to provide reference desk services, supervise student workers, and support cataloging and information literacy efforts. The role may include weekend and evening hours tailored to library needs and librarian availability.

The successful candidate will assist students with research strategies, database usage, and proper citation, while contributing to campus information literacy programs and services.

Qualifications

• MLIS or equivalent from an American Library Association accredited school.
• Commitment to the community college philosophy and information literacy.
• Familiarity with research databases, OCLC and Microsoft Word/Excel.
• Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote an inclusive environment.
• Strong commitment to customer service.
• Highly motivated and solution oriented with integrity and mission dedication.

Responsibilities

• Weekend and evening assignments as scheduled.
• Answer reference questions from students, faculty, staff, and community members regarding research needs.
• Assist students in the research process: topic selection, evaluation of sources, and proper documentation of references.
• Provide strong customer service in all interactions.
• Demonstrate excellent technology skills and database searching expertise; utilize Microsoft Office and Windows.
• Assist students with research databases.
• Present information literacy instruction to classes.
• Assist with cataloging using OCLC and Sirsi WorkFlows.
• Supervise student workers in the absence of their supervisor.
• Make recommendations for book purchases.
• Promote information literacy on the job.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

MLIS or equivalent

Research databases

OCLC

Microsoft Word & Excel

Customer service

Diversity & inclusion

Education

MLIS or equivalent from ALA-accredited program

Tools

OCLC

Sirsi WorkFlows

Job description

Muskegon Community College is seeking an Adjunct Librarian to provide reference desk services, supervise student workers, and support cataloging and information literacy efforts. The role may include weekend and evening hours tailored to library needs and librarian availability.

The successful candidate will assist students with research strategies, database usage, and proper citation, while contributing to campus information literacy programs and services.