PT REFERENCE LIBRARIAN (Pool)

Midland College; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A community college in West Texas is seeking a Part-time Reference Librarian to provide reference assistance in the Library. Responsibilities include helping patrons with information resources, utilizing library systems, and working scheduled hours including evenings and weekends. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and have at least one year of relevant experience, ideally with a customer-service focus. The role offers competitive hourly pay between $18 and $20.

Qualifications

• A minimum of one year working in a library or related setting.
• Experience with various library technologies required.
• Bachelor’s degree is a must.

Responsibilities

• Provides reference assistance to library patrons.
• Assist patrons in accessing databases and e-resources.
• Help with searching library catalog for book holdings.

Skills

Customer-service oriented

Self-directed

Experience with library information systems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Personal computers

Photocopiers/scanners

Audio/visual equipment

Job description

Midland College serves West Texas through exemplary teaching and dedicated public service. We prepare and inspire diverse students to start, strive and succeed. We strengthen community through educational leadership and collaboration. Midland College provides quality programs and courses, relevant workforce development and continuing education, valuable personal enrichment and cultural experiences, and community and student-centered services.

Work Location Main Campus-3600 N. Garfield, Midland, TX

Job Summary

The Part-time Reference Librarian works in the Reference and Circulation departments of the Library, otherwise known as Access Services, to assist students, faculty, and the public with the use of information resources for instructional research. This position may require evenings and weekends.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum of one year working in a library or related setting
• Experience with personal computers, photocopiers/scanners, library information systems, overhead projectors, and audio/visual equipment
• Customer-service oriented
• Self-directed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Library Science or Master of Library Information Science

Essential Functions

• Provides reference assistance to library patrons in using books, journals, and other printed resources in the collection
• Assist patrons with accessing databases, e-books, and e-magazines
• Assists with searching library catalog for book holdings information
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• The person in this position needs to move to other locations on campus occasionally
• The person in this position needs to move throughout the library to assist students
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity
• The person in this position frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
• Frequently moves books or paperwork weighing up to 25 pounds

Security Sensitivity

All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.

Min Salary $18.00 per hour

Max Salary $20.00 per hour

Pay Statement

Pay Statement Salary is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience.

Posting Number

Posting Number P01182S2016

Open Date

Open Date 01/18/2024

Position Available

Position Available Immediately

Special Instructions to Applicants

All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application, resume, and transcripts. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted with the application. NOTE : Official transcripts sent directly from the institution(s) attended to Midland College Human Resources may be required within 30 days of hire.
Please note: You are applying for an applicant pool position. Application status may be obtained from the hiring supervisor. Please call [phone] for additional details.

EEO Statement

In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Midland College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the College does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities.

Supplemental Questions

• * Do you have a bachelor's degree?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please describe your experience with electronic library resources, Please be specific.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Why do you want to work for Midland College?

  (Open Ended Question)

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