Part-Time Library Instructor & Reference Specialist

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Linn-Benton Community College is seeking a part-time library staff member to support reference desk services, instruction, and collection development. This is a pooled position reviewed continually to fill openings as they arise.

The role involves reference desk coverage, information literacy instruction, and collaboration with faculty and librarians. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications, including a Master’s degree or 27 graduate credits in Library Science or Information Science from an

Qualifications

• Master's degree or 27 graduate credits hours in Library Science or Information Science, from an ALA-accredited institution, or equivalent knowledge and experience.
• Knowledge of information literacy concepts, teaching and assessment methods, and instructional and library technology.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with faculty, staff and students of various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and ages.
• Experience working in an academic library environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, class and course-integrated instruction, and conduct orientation tours and public relations/services.
• Collaborate with classroom faculty and librarians to prepare online research guides and bibliographies.
• Help faculty identify books and other materials for addition to/removal from the library collection.
• May provide instruction and tutorials to distance learners via course management software.
• Maintain familiarity with, and knowledge of, current library technologies and their applications.
• Participate as a team member of the library.
• Perform other duties as required to carry out the objectives of the position.

Education

Master's degree or 27 graduate credits in Library Science/Information Science (ALA-accredited)

Job description

Linn-Benton Community College is seeking a part-time library staff member to support reference desk services, instruction, and collection development. This is a pooled position reviewed continually to fill openings as they arise.

The role involves reference desk coverage, information literacy instruction, and collaboration with faculty and librarians. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications, including a Master’s degree or 27 graduate credits in Library Science or Information Science from an