Public Services Librarian (Part Time)- Adjunct Pool

Houston City College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

Houston Community College is seeking a Public Services Librarian (Part Time) to join the adjunct pool. The role involves providing reference services to students, faculty, staff, and the public, and teaching information literacy as needed.

The position supports development of print, media, and digital collections and may require teaching a 1-hour information literacy course. Responsibilities include instruction, digital materials creation, and collaboration with campus personnel to enhance

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library Science from an accredited program.
• Copy of transcript conferring required degree and certification(s) must accompany application.

Responsibilities

• Provide reference services to students, faculty, staff, and the general public.
• Instruct users in the use of library resources in all formats, including online databases and Internet resources.
• Develop and manage collection development in assigned areas; liaise with faculty and make recommendations for purchases and licenses.
• Develop, organize, and present library instruction for students, faculty, and staff.
• Create digital instructional materials such as tutorials and guides for online and classroom use.
• Teach one or more sections of the 1-hour LBRA course when needed.
• Promote library awareness and usage across the campus.
• Assist with the library’s Web 2.0 presence and use of social networks as instructional tools.
• Collaborate with campus personnel to foster positive working relationships.

Skills

Reference services

Information literacy instruction

Digital resources

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in Library Science

Transcript and certifications accompanying application

Tools

Library databases

Online teaching platforms

Job description

Public Services Librarian (Part Time) – Adjunct Pool

Provide library reference services and instruction to HCC students, faculty, and staff and to the general public as needed; assist with development of the library’s print, media, and digital collections; serve on college and system-wide committees; assist with overall Learning Resources operations; provide circulation assistance as needed; may be required to teach a 1-hour credit Information Literacy course.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provide reference services to HCC students, faculty, and staff, and to non-HCC patrons.
2. Instruct faculty, staff, and students, in the use of library resources in all formats, including online/electronic databases and Internet resources.
3. Assume responsibility for collection development in assigned subject areas by evaluating collections and materials, serving as faculty liaison in assigned subjects, and recommending new purchases and licenses for online resources.
4. Develop, organize, and present formal and informal library use instruction for students, faculty and staff.
5. Participate in the creation of digital instructional materials, such as tutorials, research guides and videos for use online and in the classroom.
6. Teach one or more sections of the 1 hour LBRA course as needed.
7. Help promote library awareness and use.
8. Assist with the library’s Web 2.0 presence on Twitter, Facebook, and other social networking sites; and their use as instructional tools.
9. Work with campus and faculty personnel to develop a positive working relationship.
10. Participate with other departments to plan and conduct programs designed to assist faculty, staff and students in the educational process.
11. Provide supervision, training and guidance to LRC personnel as needed.
12. Assist in developing reports, surveys, questionnaires, special studies and public functions.
13. Perform special and specific tasks which enhance and improve the total LRC/Library function.

Qualifications

Education

Master’s degree in Library Science from an accredited graduate program required.

Copy of transcript conferring required degree and certification(s) must accompany application.

Experience

2 years’ experience in a library in a public services capacity with a broad background in library skills to include library use instruction preferred.

Specializations in Instructional Design Technology, Online Learning, Social Networking, STEM resource development and any emerging technologies preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Willing and able to teach day or evening classes at a number of sites around the city.
2. Knowledge and skill in a variety of computer usage and software are required.
3. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
4. Possess good organizational and planning skills.
5. Demonstrate sensitivity to students with different academic and socio-economic backgrounds and students with disabilities.
6. Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning-centered environment.
7. Self-disciplined and able to effectively manage others.

EEO Statement

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

• Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator
• Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
• PO Box 667517
• Houston, TX 77266
• 713.718.8271 or [e-mail]

Individuals with disabilities who require special accommodations to interview should contact [phone].