Part-time Reference Librarian

Provide support to the Director of Library Services, respective campus’ Head Librarian, library staff and students. This position is not eligible for tenure.

• Online application
• Current résumé
• Copy of college transcripts (Transcript of college work verifying degree requirement; must include degree awarded and date confirmed. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted before the deadline, but official transcripts must be received if employed.)

• Master’s degree in Library and/or Information Science from an accredited institution is required.
• Working knowledge of the Alabama Virtual Library is required.
• Working knowledge of an integrated online library system is required.

• Knowledge of the Alabama Virtual Library databases.
• Working knowledge of traditional and electronic services and resources.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and prepare accurate paperwork.
• Ability to conduct individual and small group instruction.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize issues.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse students, other employees, and the public.
• Commitment to all students, including those of diverse ages, cultures, genders, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Understanding of the broad range of students’ abilities and the ability to accommodate varied learning styles.
• Successful problem solving skills.
• Conscientious‑care about how work is done and desire to do a good job.
• Initiative‑respond to downtime by taking responsibility to do other work.
• A focus on being friendly and patient in responding to students.
• Willingness and desire to learn new things and apply that knowledge.
• Willingness to maintain flexibility in order to meet student needs.
• A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand.
• Confidence in decision‑making and communication skills.
• Ability to operate an integrated online library system.
• Ability to move freely within the library reading room and stack area.
• Strong commitment to providing quality service.
• Ability to work flexibly and creatively, including the flexibility of swapping evenings with the other Adjunct Reference Librarian if necessary.

Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all post secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.

Calhoun Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Calhoun Community College participates in the E‑Verify system to verify employment eligibility for all newly‑hired employees.