PT Reference Librarian

Illinois Central College; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Illinois Central College seeks a part-time Reference Librarian for the Learning Resources department on the Peoria Campus. The role combines research assistance, tailored library instruction for courses, and active participation in collection development to support the college curriculum.

The incumbent will assist patrons, coordinate interlibrary loan, and contribute to reports and events. Start date is October 26, 2026, with on-site duties in the Library and Administration Building, S117.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library Science or equivalent.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong multi-tasking skills and decision-making skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain cooperative and professional working relationships with others.

Responsibilities

• Research materials and information via in-person or online requests by students, faculty, staff and community patrons.
• Work with faculty to design library instruction for specialized courses; schedule and conduct orientation classes.
• Instruct patrons in the use of the library materials and computer systems.
• Participate in collection development and work with faculty to encourage their participation in the process.
• Assist users in obtaining materials via interlibrary and interlibrary loan.
• Assemble data for library reports.
• Provide circulation services as needed.
• Support Library events or programs in collaboration with other departmental staff.
• Participate in professional development opportunities within the college and statewide.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Multi-tasking

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in Library Science

Tools

Automated library services

Interlibrary loan systems

Job description

Position Title:

PT Reference Librarian

Campus:

Library and Administration Building, S117

Employment Type:

Management, StaffPart time

Department:

Learning Resources

Start Date:

10/26/2026

Job Description:

Summary

The Research Services Librarian provides research and circulation services in a combined service desk environment, provides customized library instruction for courses, and supports the college curriculum through collection development efforts. The position will be located at Peoria Campus.

Compensation for the PT Reference Librarian is $25.44 - $28.62 an hour.

Essential Functions

This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Research materials and information via in-person or online requests by students, faculty, staff and community patrons.
• Work with faculty to design library instruction for specialized courses; schedule andconduct orientation classes.
• Instruct patrons in the use of the library materials and computer systems.
• Participate in collection development and work with faculty to encourage their participationin the process.
• Assist users in obtaining materials viainterlibraryand interlibrary loan.
• Assemble data for library reports.
• Provide circulation services as needed.
• Support Library events or programs in collaboration with other departmental staff.
• Participate in professional development opportunities within the college and statewide.
• Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library Science or equivalent degree.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong multi-tasking skills and decision-making skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain cooperative and professional working relationships with others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a library for a year or more.
• Experience working in a community college.
• Experience using automated library services.
• Experience working as a teacher or tutor.

EEOC Statement

Illinois Central College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, ancestry, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, order of protection status, use of VESSA rights, genetic information, military or veteran status (including discharge status), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Illinois Central College offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees, including:

paid time off;

11 paid holidays; 2 floating holidays

medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance;

tuition waivers for employee, spouse and dependent children;

on-site childcare center;

403(b) retirement plans; and

State University Retirement System pension plan.

To learn more about full-time health care benefits at ICC.