Job Summary:

The Community College of RI is currently seeking a part-time reference librarian to provide library services to students, faculty, and staff. Under the supervision of the head of reference, the part-time librarian will provide reference and instruction services as requested and will participate in the development and management of resources used to support these activities. Work schedule will be primarily during the day, but there may be occasional opportunities for evening and weekend coverage.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assisting patrons at the reference desk.
• Instructing library patrons in the use of the online catalog, periodical databases, other library resources, and the Internet.
• Answering phone/online chat reference questions.
• Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of the reference collection and online services.
• Plan and conduct library instruction sessions as needed.
• Assisting patrons at the circulation desk with checking in and out materials and activating library cards.

Minimum Requirements:

• MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited program required.
• Professional library reference experience required.
• Experience with web-based resources and electronic databases required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in library instruction preferred.
• Experience with OCLC WMS preferred.
• Academic library experience preferred.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of any employment visa including student visas.

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