Public Services Librarian I: Research & Instruction

South Texas College; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

South Texas College seeks a Librarian I - Public Services at Pecan Campus in McAllen, TX. You will provide reference and instruction services and support library collections, liaison with departments, and assist with programs and outreach.

Requires MLS from ALA-accredited program and at least two years' library instruction experience; strong communication, digital resources expertise, and flexibility for evenings/weekends.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library Science and/or Information Science from an ALA-accredited program.
• At least two (2) years of demonstrated library instruction experience in face-to-face and/or online classrooms, preferred.
• Recent academic library experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides reference and consultation services in person, by phone, and through virtual reference technology.
• Provides library instruction to students in accordance with ACRL guidelines for academic libraries.
• Serves as library liaison to assigned academic departments and communicates library updates regularly.
• Assists in developing and maintaining print/digital library resources and collections.
• Creates and maintains subject research guides and provides online tutorials and workshops.
• Assists with programming, displays, and engagement activities in the library.
• Performs circulation duties and maintains patron records with confidentiality.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Online reference services

Library instruction

Research databases/electronic sources

Education

Master’s degree in Library Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Library information systems

Electronic resources

Job description

South Texas College seeks a Librarian I - Public Services at Pecan Campus in McAllen, TX. You will provide reference and instruction services and support library collections, liaison with departments, and assist with programs and outreach.

Requires MLS from ALA-accredited program and at least two years' library instruction experience; strong communication, digital resources expertise, and flexibility for evenings/weekends.