Reference Librarian: Research & Instruction (Part-Time)

Mohawk Valley Community College; Town of Vernon (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Mohawk Valley Community College is seeking a Reference Librarian for the Utica Campus Library. This part-time, 10-month position involves providing general reference services in person and online and supporting information literacy instruction.

The role requires an ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS or anticipated completion by December 2026, strong customer service skills, and the ability to work independently in a bustling library environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an American Library Association (ALA)-accredited program, or anticipated completion by December 2026.
• Service-oriented, reliable, and flexible
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work independently

Responsibilities

• Provides general reference services in person and online
• Provides excellent customer service: welcome patrons, enforce library policies, assist in opening and closing the library as needed
• Conducts instructional sessions as part of the library’s information literacy program
• Provides computer-related assistance to patrons in library lab areas
• Assists with the creation of research guides and online tutorials in support of library instruction and other library services
• Oversees library facilities and ensure smooth operations at assigned campus location
• Contributes to special projects as assigned
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of College Libraries

Skills

Customer service

Independence

Flexibility

Communication

Education

MLIS/MLS from an ALA-accredited program

Job description

Mohawk Valley Community College is seeking a Reference Librarian for the Utica Campus Library. This part-time, 10-month position involves providing general reference services in person and online and supporting information literacy instruction.

The role requires an ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS or anticipated completion by December 2026, strong customer service skills, and the ability to work independently in a bustling library environment.