Part-Time Reference Librarian (Student Support)

California State University Channel Islands; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 92,000; Part time

Job summary

California State University Channel Islands seeks a Part-Time Reference Librarian to join the John Spoor Broome Library. The role focuses on building library research skills and delivering high‑quality reference services to students and faculty at a public service desk.

The position may include nights or weekends, with project tasks such as LibGuides, outreach materials, and information literacy sessions as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master of Library Science (or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited program is required.
• Experience providing one‑on‑one reference and research services to a diverse population is required.
• Evidence of flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to work in a complex, dynamic, and diverse environment is required.
• Commitment to reference services and service excellence to a diverse community is expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide reference services to the campus community with possible evening or weekend hours.
• Engage in project-related work such as LibGuides, copy cataloging, and creating outreach materials.
• Deliver information literacy sessions and support student academic success.

Skills

Reference desk service

Cross‑cultural communication

Flexibility/adaptability

Student mentoring

Education

Master of Library Science (ALA accredited)

Tools

Springshare suite

Alma

Canva

Job description

California State University Channel Islands seeks a Part-Time Reference Librarian to join the John Spoor Broome Library. The role focuses on building library research skills and delivering high‑quality reference services to students and faculty at a public service desk.

The position may include nights or weekends, with project tasks such as LibGuides, outreach materials, and information literacy sessions as assigned.