Part-Time Reference Librarian: Student Research Mentor

The California State University; California (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

California State University Channel Islands invites applications for a Part-Time Reference Librarian (3 positions) in the Library Services. This role will provide reference services to the campus community and may include nights or weekends, with potential involvement in LibGuides, copy cataloging, and outreach materials.

Required is a Master of Library Science (or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited program, plus experience delivering reference services to a diverse student body.

Qualifications

• Master of Library Science (or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited program.
• Experience providing one-on-one reference and research services to a diverse population.
• Ability to work flexibly in a complex, dynamic environment with competing demands.
• Strong commitment to reference services and service excellence to a diverse community.
• Demonstrated cross-cultural interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a diverse community and team environment.
• Applicants should demonstrate the ability to effectively engage with a broad student population and provide mentorship that supports student academic success.

Responsibilities

• Will provide reference services to the campus community with a schedule that may include nights or weekends.
• The person in this position may also be assigned to work on project-related assignments such as LibGuides, copy cataloging, developing outreach materials, and other work.

Education

Master of Library Science (or equivalent) from an ALA accredited program

Tools

Springshare suite

Alma

Canva

bibliographic record formats

metadata systems

Job description

California State University Channel Islands invites applications for a Part-Time Reference Librarian (3 positions) in the Library Services. This role will provide reference services to the campus community and may include nights or weekends, with potential involvement in LibGuides, copy cataloging, and outreach materials.

Required is a Master of Library Science (or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited program, plus experience delivering reference services to a diverse student body.