[POOL] Library Reference Assistant

Linn-Benton Comunity Clg-Santiam; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Linn-Benton Community College seeks a library assistant to support patrons in locating and using library materials, assist with basic reference questions, and participate in collection development and cataloging tasks.

You may update the library website, assist with software applications, and help faculty with research guides. This role involves teamwork, handling multiple channels of communication, and ensuring access to resources for students.

Qualifications

• Position requires a high school diploma or equivalent plus a minimum of three years full-time related experience, or;
• An AA/AS degree with an emphasis in library or computer science plus one-year full-time related experience, or;
• An equivalent combination of education and experience that would enable performance of the full scope of the position.

Responsibilities

• Provides library support to users through information and technical assistance about locations/availability of materials, usage of resources, and all library services in person, by phone, email, and other channels.
• Provides library users with basic and intermediate reference and research assistance, referring complex questions to the Director, Library and Learning Center, when appropriate.
• Performs routine updates to the library website. Uses the library system software to complete a variety of task related to circulation, cataloging, and collection development.
• Provides support to library users for a variety of software applications including word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, Internet applications, email, and other library lab software. Refers students to Librarians or Library Computer Specialist when appropriate.
• Works with teaching faculty and librarians to prepare research guides and bibliographies.

Skills

Reference assistance

Tech support

Website updates

Communication skills

Teamwork

Office software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AA/AS in library or computer science

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Library system software

Microsoft Office

Web editing tools

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions become available.

This posting is for a pooled position. Application submissions for “[ POOL ]” positions are accepted on an ongoing basis to ensure a continuous and ready pool of qualified candidates for immediate review when the need arises. If/when a position becomes available, the College will review applications from this pool, and interview candidates whose qualifications best match the specific opening.

*Applicants must reapply to the pool annually to maintain their active status in the pool.

Provides support to library patrons through assistance in locating and using all library materials and services, including responding to basic and intermediate reference and research questions. Works on library-related projects, possibly including Web site editing, collection development, cataloging, and programming. Assists students with software and hardware problems. Refers patrons to relevant services on campus and in the community. Provides backup for circulation services.

• Provides library support to users through information and technical assistance about locations/availability of materials, usage of resources, and all library services in person, by phone, email, and other channels.


• Provides library users with basic and intermediate reference and research assistance, referring complex questions to the Director, Library and Learning Center, when appropriate.


• Performs routine updates to the library website. Uses the library system software to complete a variety of task related to circulation, cataloging, and collection development.


• Provides support to library users for a variety of software applications including word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, Internet applications, email, and other library lab software. Refers students to Librarians or Library Computer Specialist when appropriate.


• Works with teaching faculty and librarians to prepare research guides and bibliographies.


• Assists the Librarians with collection development. Assists with the marketing of the library’s resources by creating displays and promotional materials.


• Performs circulation duties, as needed, when circulation staff are unavailable.


• May provide tours and basic instruction to classes on the use of the library’s resources.


• Participates as a team member of the Library.


• Performs other related duties as assigned or required to help facilitate student access.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical Skills and Abilities:
Requires speaking and hearing ability sufficient to hear over phone
and carry on routine conversations.
Working Conditions:
There is frequent customer contact. Considerable time is spent working on a computer.

Education and Experience

Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications. In order to be considered, your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

• Position requires a high school diploma or equivalent plus a minimum of three years full-time related experience, or;


• An AA/AS degree with an emphasis in library or computer science plus one-year full-time related experience, or;


• An equivalent combination of education and experience that would enable performance of the full scope of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Requires thorough knowledge of the practices of library operations.


• Requires considerable knowledge of the specific systems, materials and equipment used in the library.


• Requires good communication and organizational skills.


• Requires basic keyboarding, typing and general office skills.


• Requires working knowledge of modern office software.


• Requires the ability to independently perform all of the duties of the position efficiently and effectively both in person and in a remote environment.


• Requires the ability to communicate with patrons and staff using a variety of communication tools in a manner that meets their needs and reflects positively on the library and the college.

Employment Requirement

Employment Requirement Criminal Background Check - C4

Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions become available.

All Part-time Classified employees begin at Step 1 of the salary schedule, corresponding to the position’s grade. Placement at a higher step on the salary schedule is not negotiable. Step increases are subject to eligibility, and only take place at the end of the Fiscal Year in July if approved and submitted by the employee’s supervisor of record. Hours worked in more than one position or department cannot be combined for step advancement. Part-time Classified employees are paid once monthly, on the last day of the month.

• Athletic Trainers, Farm Aides, Sign Language Interpreters, Transcribers, and Translators can find individual hourly rate information at the bottom of the Salary Schedule.


• LBCC offers a pay incentive to eligible employees who demonstrate proficiency in conversational Spanish when evaluated and formally certified by a college-approved professional or agency. Eligibility to apply for and receive bilingual pay incentives for Spanish and languages other than English are subject to the provisions of Administrative Rule 6025-06. For more detailed information, please review the LBCC Bilingual Pay Incentive Administrative Policy.

Additionally, please note:

• As a condition of employment, all new employees are required to be compensated via direct deposit.


• Offers of employment are contingent on the applicant having Oregon residency at the time work commences.


• Employment is subject to completion of a post-offer criminal background check.


• Linn-Benton Community College does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9 confirming authorization to work in the United States of America.
  

Linn-Benton Community College is a Fair Chance employer committed to inclusive hiring practices.

We welcome applications from individuals with a broad range of lived experiences, including those who have been involved with the justice system. If you are selected as a finalist, a conditional job offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of job-related pre-employment checks. These may include a background check, sex offender registry checks, motor vehicle history check, civil records checks, or other relevant screenings. Please note that background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check process, please reach out to Human Resources at [e-mail]

LBCC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.

Posting Number:

Posting Number: 0601281-NC

Posting Date:

Posting Date: 08/13/2026

Closing Date:

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * LBCC requires all employees to maintain a primary physical residence within the State of Oregon. Remote work is not available to individuals residing outside Oregon. If you are currently located out-of-state, are you willing to relocate to Oregon before your work assignment begins?
  
  
  
  • I am currently a resident of the State of Oregon
  
  
  • Yes - I am willing to relocate to the State of Oregon if I am offered the position
  
  
  • No - I am only interested in remote work
  
  
  
  


• * The College is unable to support employment-based visa sponsorship (e.g., H-1B). Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for a work visa?
  
  
  
  • Yes - I will need future work sponsorship for a work visa
  
  
  • No - I will not need future work sponsorship for a work visa