Part-Time Reference Librarian - Evenings & Weekends

Texas A&M University; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M University - Central Texas invites applications for an Assistant Reference Librarian (Part-Time) in Killeen, TX. The role is temporary/casual and requires a MLS/MLIS degree and strong reference/interview skills. The position includes evening/weekend staffing and on-campus work with standard library resources and databases.

The wage is $22.00 per hour. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. and available for Sundays 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) or equivalent.
• Strong customer service and reference interview skills.
• Ability to multitask and work with others in a library setting.
• Comfort with online databases, catalogs, and information resources.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates use of library and archives resources and catalogs.
• Provides advanced customer service via virtual reference and chat.
• Conducts clientele interviews to recommend information resources.
• Responds to complex, non-routine resource questions as a subject matter expert.
• Refers to sources when local sources are insufficient.
• Provides explanations for department staff and publications.
• Assists with research resources and databases.

Skills

Multitask

Customer service

Communication

Initiative

Education

MLS / MSc in Library Science

Job description

Texas A&M University - Central Texas invites applications for an Assistant Reference Librarian (Part-Time) in Killeen, TX. The role is temporary/casual and requires a MLS/MLIS degree and strong reference/interview skills. The position includes evening/weekend staffing and on-campus work with standard library resources and databases.

The wage is $22.00 per hour. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. and available for Sundays 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. shifts as needed.