Part-Time Reference & Instruction Librarian — Flexible Hours

lakelandcc; Kirtland (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Lakeland Community College invites qualified candidates to apply for an adjunct Reference and Instruction Librarian position. The role focuses on information literacy teaching and providing library instruction to the college community.

The position is part-time (18–20 hours/week) with a pay rate of $29.75/hour. Daytime and evening hours are required, and review of applications begins August 31, 2026. Lakeland emphasizes equal opportunity and diversity in its hiring.

Qualifications

• ALA accredited Master’s degree in library science or information science is required.
• Preferred: Reference, teaching, and academic library experience; two-year college reference librarian experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct library instruction.
• Provide reference services for students, faculty, staff, and community patrons.
• Maintain liaison with faculty to facilitate resources, instruction, and collection development.
• Assist with interlibrary loan.
• Assist in collection development to support the curriculum.
• Assist with library publicity.
• Write reports as needed/requested.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Information literacy trends

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Faculty liaison

Virtual/face-to-face instruction

Education

Master’s in Library/Information Science

Tools

LibGuides

Discovery search tools

Chat services

Job description

Lakeland Community College invites qualified candidates to apply for an adjunct Reference and Instruction Librarian position. The role focuses on information literacy teaching and providing library instruction to the college community.

The position is part-time (18–20 hours/week) with a pay rate of $29.75/hour. Daytime and evening hours are required, and review of applications begins August 31, 2026. Lakeland emphasizes equal opportunity and diversity in its hiring.