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Adjunct Reference/Instruction Librarian
The Johnnie Mae Berry Library at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College is seeking applicants for a part-time reference/instruction librarian. Our librarians help students develop the skills needed for finding, evaluating, and integrating credible academic resources into their assignments by: providing research instruction and assistance; creating multimedia and web guides; and, maintaining a balanced collection of materials that support teaching and learning. This is an "in-person" position located at Cincinnati State's main campus.
Essential Duties
- Provide face-to-face and virtual research assistance (e.g. email, chat, Zoom, etc.) to the College Community
- Teach engaging library instruction sessions for assigned courses in both virtual and live classroom environments
- Use technical skills and understanding of current best practices to create user-focused, accessible multimedia learning objects and web resources
- Lead virtual workshops to improve student information literacy and research abilities
- Assist with collection management activities, including materials review and deselection recommendations
- Provide assistance and troubleshooting for basic computer and software issues
- Serve as back-up assistance for the circulation desk
- Complete other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Library Science (will consider qualified candidate within 9 hours of MLS degree completion by the start-date)
- Working knowledge of academic online resources, computing technologies, and Microsoft Office products
- Ability to develop and complete projects without continued direct supervision
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to act effectively as a member of a team
- Excellent time management skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous library instruction or teaching experience in an academic environment
- 2 years of working experience in a library
- Experience working with students from diverse academic backgrounds and life experiences
- Experience creating multimedia learning objects, including video and static tutorials
- Experience with basic html and CSS for use in Springshare products (e.g. LibGuides) and other web resources
- Familiarity with library assessment tools and ability to evaluate results in order to effect ongoing improvements to library services and resources
Work hours
- Typical work week is 20-25 hours per week, not to exceed 29 hours (ex: Monday through Thursday from 9:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.), while classes are in session and 1-2 Saturdays a semester (10 a.m. -2 p.m.)
- Flexibility is highly desired as the preferred candidate may be asked to work earlier or later hours depending on staffing and instruction needs.
- Dependability is essential.
Compensation: $25/hour Contractual Affiliation: N/A Exempt Classification: Non-Exempt Status: Part time
Equal Opportunity Employer ~ Committed to Creating a Diverse and Inclusive Work Environment
Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, as well as its individual academic divisions, is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in all its activities and programs, including employment and promotion. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual-orientation, age, physical disabilities, veteran or marital status.