Reference Librarian

Florida Southwestern State College; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 37,195; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

401(a) retirement plan

BUCS perks discounts

Job summary

Florida SouthWestern State College invites applications for a part-time Reference Librarian. This temporary role provides information literacy instruction, research support, and reference services to students and faculty across campus libraries.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies (ALA‑accredited) or equivalent with strong oral and written communication, and a commitment to inclusive learning and excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Library and Information Studies.
• Strong knowledge of information literacy and research practices.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to provide high-quality customer service and foster inclusive learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide core reference services and information literacy instruction.
• Mediated database searching and research consultations.
• Develop effective search strategies and citation management guidance.
• Collaborate with discipline faculty and Faculty Librarians.

Skills

Information literacy

Oral and written communication

Customer service

Inclusive learning environment

Education

Master's degree in Library and Information Studies (ALA-accredited)

18 graduate credit hours in Library and Information Studies or related field

Job description

Overview

Florida SouthWestern State College is accepting resumes in search of a Reference Librarian. This part-time, temporary role provides high-quality information literacy and research instruction in collaboration with discipline faculty and Faculty Librarians. The position provides core reference services, including in-depth consultation, mediated database searching, identifying appropriate knowledge-based resources, developing effective search strategies, and providing recommendations for citation management, downloading, and output. This is a part-time, temporary role requiring approximately twenty (20) hours of work per week when assigned. Assignments may include traveling to other FSW campus libraries.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited institution in Library and Information Studies, or a Master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester credit hours in Library and Information Studies or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of information literacy, academic research practices, and effective instructional techniques.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to provide high-quality customer service and foster a supportive, inclusive learning environment.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation is $26 per hour; however, this is not a formal hourly position.

• Participation in a 403(b) retirement plan
• Participation in various wellness initiatives
• Participation in a 401(a) retirement plan
• Access to BUCS Perks offering discounts at numerous local businesses and vendors

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Equal Opportunity

Florida SouthWestern State College, an equal access institution, prohibits discrimination in its employment, programs and activities based on race, sex, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information or veteran status. Questions pertaining to educational equity, equal access or equal opportunity should be addressed to the College’s Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officer: Angie Hawke; Room N-124; 8099 College Parkway SW, Fort Myers, FL 33919; [phone]; [e-mail]. FSW online anonymous reporting www.fsw.edu/report. Inquiries/complaints can be filed with the Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officer online, in person, via mail, via email, or with the US Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, Atlanta Office: 61 Forsyth St. SW Suite 19T70, Atlanta, GA 30303-8927.