Part-Time Library Reference Assistant

Collin College; Wylie (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Collin College is seeking a Reference Associate at the Wylie Campus for part-time, hourly work. The role includes assisting patrons with reference inquiries, managing circulation tasks, and supporting both virtual and in-person reference services.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree and library-related experience or MLS coursework; the position is security sensitive and requires a background check. Schedule may include evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Two years library-related work experience or 18 credit hours toward a master’s degree in library science from an ALA program.
• Security sensitive position requiring criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide reference services for students, faculty, staff, and the public.
• Perform circulation duties: accounts, cards, check-in/out, fines, shelving, courier.
• Assist with OPAC and Internet navigation; basic computing resources.
• Conduct reference interviews and research to locate materials.
• Instruct users on library equipment, databases, catalogs, and software.
• Identify collection needs and advise on purchases; weed as needed.
• Maintain records and support database management.
• Provide in-person and virtual reference services and readers’ advisory.

Skills

Customer service skills

Knowledge of search strategies

Knowledge of library databases

Knowledge of the reference interview

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Research and problem solving

Instructional skills

Computer and software skills

Ability to communicate effectively in:

Education

Bachelor's degree

Library experience or 18 credit hours toward MLS/MLIS

Job description

Collin College is seeking a Reference Associate at the Wylie Campus for part-time, hourly work. The role includes assisting patrons with reference inquiries, managing circulation tasks, and supporting both virtual and in-person reference services.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree and library-related experience or MLS coursework; the position is security sensitive and requires a background check. Schedule may include evenings and weekends.