Part-Time Research & Learning Librarian

Holyoke Community College; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 28,930,000 - 31,685,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate $36.55

Part-time, annual renewal

Job summary

Holyoke Community College seeks a part-time Research and Learning Services Librarian to provide research assistance, reference services, library instruction, outreach, and engagement that supports student learning and success. The role collaborates with students, faculty, staff, and community users to connect learners with library resources, services, technologies, and learning opportunities.

The position reports to the Dean of Library Services, participates in assessment and planning, and is

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library Science.
• One year experience providing reference and research assistance.
• One year experience providing library instructional sessions.

Responsibilities

• Provides research assistance, reference services, referrals, and general library support to students, faculty, staff, and community users through in-person and virtual interactions.
• Serves as the primary librarian for reference and public services during assigned hours and contributes to the effective operation of library service points.
• Assists users in identifying, accessing, evaluating, and effectively using library resources, technologies, and services.
• Collaborates with library staff and student employees to provide responsive, student-centered service.
• Maintains current knowledge of library resources, services, technologies, and policies to support user needs.
• Plans and delivers library instruction sessions, workshops, and other learning activities that support information literacy, research skills, and student success.
• Collaborates with faculty, librarians, and campus partners to support instruction, student learning, and research success initiatives.
• Develops instructional materials, research guides, tutorials, and other learning resources.
• Contributes to the assessment and continuous improvement of instructional services and learning activities.
• Participates in outreach, engagement, and programming efforts that connect students with library resources, services, and learning opportunities.
• Supports initiatives that promote awareness and use of library collections, services, spaces, and technologies.
• Collaborates with librarians, faculty, staff, and campus partners to advance student engagement and success.
• Participates in assessment, planning, and continuous improvement activities that support the mission and goals of the Library and the College.

Skills

Research assistance

Reference services

Information literacy instruction

Outreach and engagement

Assessment and planning

Education

Master's degree in Library Science

Job description

Holyoke Community College seeks a part-time Research and Learning Services Librarian to provide research assistance, reference services, library instruction, outreach, and engagement that supports student learning and success. The role collaborates with students, faculty, staff, and community users to connect learners with library resources, services, technologies, and learning opportunities.

The position reports to the Dean of Library Services, participates in assessment and planning, and is