Librarian, Reference & Instruction

Compensation Type: Salaried Compensation: $27.86 The Librarian, Reference & Instruction guides a community ofstudents, faculty, and staff to access information with criticalinsight via individual reference assistance, group instruction, andguides (print and online). This position collaborates withlibrarians and staff to provide user-centered services and spacesfor learning and research. Instructional & Faculty Support Visits classes to teach information literacy and research usingactivity-based learning and evidence-informed pedagogicalstrategies Leads workshops and participates in new student orientationsand college programs. Guides learners in developing criticalthinking and information literacy skills, including identifying,locating, evaluating, and effectively using information acrossdiverse formats Designs and implements instructional tutorials and materials,continuously integrating best practices in teaching and informationliteracy Partners with faculty as an information literacy subject-matterexpert to design instruction aligned with course curricula,research assignments, and student readiness Consults on the development of pedagogically sound libraryresearch assignments Provides library instruction at off-campus sites Manages a designated section of the library collection,including selecting, evaluating, and weeding print and electronicresources, and overseeing the associated budget to ensure alignmentwith instructional and curricular needs Customer Service & Reference Support Provides reference and research support to students, faculty,and staff, fostering critical thinking and informationliteracy Guides students in selecting and refining research topics,evaluating and synthesizing sources, and developing strategicsearch approaches Supports ethical and effective use of information, includingcitation, copyright, and proper attribution, empowering students tothink critically and independently throughout the researchprocess Promotes library services and programs through library-hostedevents, campus activities, social media, and writtencommunications Engages the campus community to raise awareness of resourcesand services and provides input on the development of referenceguidelines and procedures Continuous Development, Technology & ProgramSupport Actively engages in professional development through trainings,workshops, and conferences to stay current with trends and bestpractices in librarianship and information literacyinstruction Contributes to the development and maintenance of the librarywebsite, including webpages, online research guides, and otherpublications Records and analyzes statistics for reference and instructionsessions, and participates in library assessment activities Culture of Respect Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect andinclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of thecommunity

OTHER DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Attends all required department meetings and training Communicates any concerns related to building operations to theappropriate contacts Monitors computer equipment used to access libraryinformation Contacts IT support if service is needed for non-functionalequipment Serves on library and College committees Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance is required *Hours specifically from 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM Monday throughFriday Additional Job Description

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA accreditedinstitution Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience workingin a library reference position or a related field * An appropriate combination of education, training,coursework, and experience may qualify a candidate

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable abilityto gain access to work site(s) Scheduled Hours: 20 #J-18808-Ljbffr Columbus State Community College