PT Reference Librarian - HP5021

Jimmy Jazz; Village of Pleasantville (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental insurance

403B retirement plan

Educational opportunities for employee

Job summary

Pace University in Pleasantville, NY seeks a Part-Time Reference Librarian to deliver reference, research, and referral services in a team-based environment. You will assist students, staff and faculty in locating sources across formats and provide one-on-one consultations as needed.

The role emphasizes information literacy and supports diverse student populations in both online and in-person reference settings, with a schedule focused on evenings and weekends. MLS/MLIS required.

Qualifications

• MLS, MLIS, MSLIS, or equivalent required.
• Experience providing reference service in an academic library.
• Knowledge of print and electronic information sources.
• Ability to work in a busy academic setting with students and faculty.
• Passion for information literacy and ability to support a diverse student population online and in person.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive reference, research, and referral services at the Mortola Library Reference Desk and via online chat.
• Assist students, staff, alumni, and faculty in locating and interpreting information sources.
• Offer one-on-one research consultations as needed.
• Support library collection development and maintenance initiatives.
• Contribute to other library projects as designated by the Head of Patron Services Pleasantville.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Information literacy

Academic library experience

Reference service

Diversity & inclusion

Education

MLS/MLIS/MSLIS or equivalent

Tools

Online chat reference system

Job description

• Location Pleasantville, NY, 10570,United States
• Base Pay $26.00 - $30.00 / Hour
• Job Category PT Staff
• Employee Type PT Staff

Description

The Part-Time Reference Librarian will provide a comprehensive reference, research, and referral services, in a team-based, patron centered environment for the Pace community.

Position Duties

• Provide comprehensive reference, research, and referral services via the Mortola Library Reference Desk and online chat reference system.
• Assist students, staff, alumni, and faculty in identifying, locating, and interpreting sources of information, irrespective of format.
• Provide one-on-one research consultations as needed.
• Support library collection development and maintenance initiatives.
• Assist with other library projects as designated by the Head of PatronServices Pleasantville.
• Performs other such duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Work Hours

The schedule for the position is mostly evenings and weekends. The ideal candidate will have flexibility during the day and occasional weekend availability.

Requirements

• MLS, MLIS, MSLIS, or equivalent required.
• Experience providing reference service in an academic library.
• Knowledge of print and electronic information sources.
• Ability to work in a busy academic setting with students and faculty.
• Prime candidates will be passionate about information literacy and have the desire and demonstrated ability to support a diverse student population in both online and in-person reference environments.

Summary

About the Institution

Ranked in the top 9% of private US colleges that provide the best return on tuition investment, Pace University transforms the lives of its diverse students—academically, professionally, and socioeconomically. Currently, the University enrolls more than 13,000 students in more than 150 bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs. Pace University is at the forefront of creating opportunity. Through the convergence of strong academics, experiential learning, and dedicated advising, Pace University empowers its students and positively impacts its communities.

Benefits Offered

Pace University provides a competitive benefit program designed to offer the following:

• Medical, vision and dental insurance for preventive care or diagnostic and surgical procedures as well as an incentivized medical plan waiver option for those who choose not to participate (FT Employees).
• Income protection in the event an employee is not actively at work, due to illness (FT Employees).
• 403B investment opportunity to save toward financial security in retirement (PT and FT Employees).
• Programs and services that assist in balancing work and personal life (PT and FT Employees).
• Educational opportunities for the employee and eligible members of their family to pursue a degree at Pace or another higher education institution (PT and FT Employees).
• Opportunity for faculty and staff to participate in Pace’s award-winning health and wellness program, Pace Yourself to Wellness , which is designed to inspire employees to engage in healthy habits while optimizing health care resources (PT and FT Employees).
• Discount purchase plans for everything from entertainment, shopping and travel (PT and FT Employees).

AA/EEO Statement

Pace University is committed to achieving full equal opportunity in all aspects of University life. Pursuant to this commitment, the University does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived sex, gender or gender identity; race; color; national origin; religion; creed; age; disability; citizenship; marital or domestic partnership status; sexual orientation or affectional status; genetic predisposition or carrier status; military or veteran status; status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking; or any other characteristic protected by law federal, state or local law, rule or regulation.

Annual Security Report Notice

Pace is committed to ensuring the safety and security of the students, faculty, staff and visitors to the University. In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University’s Safety and Security department publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which can be accessed here . The report contains information on security policies as well as crime and fire statistics for the University.