Reference Services Librarian

North Central College; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

North Central College in Naperville, IL, is seeking a part-time, non-exempt Reference Librarian to provide evening and weekend reference services at the Information Desk.

Employed August through May, with two evenings and one weekend day totaling 640 annual hours, the role emphasizes civil and inclusive interaction, assisting students and staff while maintaining building security and supporting library operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, and must have completed at least 18 graduate credit hours in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited institution.
• Reference service experience or training is required. Experience in an integrated online environment and electronic information resources is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide reference service at the Information Desk.
• Maintain building security, including opening/closing when required.
• Oversee student assistants during evening and weekend hours.
• Handle requests directed to library staff member on duty.
• Complete projects assigned by Outreach and Engagement Librarian.
• Perform other related duties as appropriately assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree; 18 grad credit hours in Library Science

Job description

This is a part-time (evening/weekend) non-exempt position providing reference services.

Employed August through May, two evenings and one weekend day (640 annual hours).

Description of Key Responsibilities

• Provide reference service at the Information Desk
• Maintain building security, including responsibility for opening and/or closing the building, when required
• Oversee student assistants during evening and weekend hours
• Handle requests directed to library staff member on duty
• Complete projects assigned by Outreach and Engagement Librarian
• Perform other related duties as appropriately assigned

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the College's mission, vision and values, and contribute to the advancement of the College's Strategic Plan.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous quality improvement.
• Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students and visitors to the College. Promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students and visitors to the College.
• Promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to communicate in the English language, both orally and in writing, in a manner consistent with professional standards.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The individual in this position provides reference service at the Information Desk. The individual in this position must cooperate as a team member with the library staff in performing duties essential to efficient library operations. Because the duties of this position require personal interactions with students, faculty, administration, staff, and vendors, excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Education/Training

Bachelor's degree, and must have completed at least 18 graduate credit hours in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited institution.

Experience

Reference service experience or training is required. Experience and background in an integrated online environment required. Experience and background in electronic information resources is required.

Licenses or Certifications

Is This a Temporary Position?

Is This a Temporary Position? No

Employment Conditions

An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College's background screening process.

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

EEO Statement

North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce. NCC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources. Determinations for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Additional Information

The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the candidate's experience, qualifications, and training.

Posting Supplemental Questions

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• * Are you authorized to work in the US?
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• * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for work authorization?
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