Part-Time Faculty Reference Librarian

About Us

Located in Morrow, Georgia, Clayton State University is roughly 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta. The university offers employees an adaptable, collaborative environment that fosters professional and personal development.

The university is committed to having a positive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce development. Clayton State offers multiple certificates, Associate's, Bachelor's, and Master's Degree programs, which currently enroll over 5,500 students in challenging campus and online courses.

Clayton State's main campus is situated on 214 beautiful acres in a lakeside setting just minutes from downtown Atlanta, making access to the vibrant metropolitan area swift. The Atlanta-Journal Constitution has named the university a Top Workplace in Atlanta for six consecutive years. The Chronicle of Higher Education also named Clayton State one of 79 higher education institutions across the nation in its list of 2017 Great Colleges to Work For.

Job Summary

The successful candidates will primarily work Sunday (2:00
¿ 6:00 PM), Monday (6:00
¿ 10:00 PM), and Wednesday (6:00
¿ 10:00 PM) while classes are in session each semester. This non-benefits eligible part
¿ time librarian will average approximately 12 hours per week and will not exceed 19.5 hours. The schedule may be adjusted based on departmental needs; therefore, flexibility is preferred.

Responsibilities

* Maintain the information desk during scheduled hours, providing comprehensive support to students, faculty, and staff by assisting with information retrieval, research inquiries, circulation of library technology, basic computer support, study room policy compliance, copier and printing services, and general campus directions.

* Perform collection development and liaison activities.

* Familiarity with Springshare modules including Lib Guides, Lib Chat, and Lib Cal. Includes updating and working with Lib Guide information as needed.

* Provide general supervision and foundational training to student employees, as applicable, during shared shifts

* Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

* Master of Library Science (MLS, MIS, or MLIS) or equivalent degree from an ALA accredited university or international equivalent.

* Exhibit strong broad-based knowledge of print and electronic information sources.

Preferred Qualifications

* Familiarity with Springshare products (e.g., Lib Cal, Lib Guides, Lib Chat)

* Familiarity with a library management system and discovery service (e.g. Alma/Primo)

* Experience with troubleshooting basic computer or printing issues

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

* Experience in teaching, training, and supporting users in academic environments.

* Demonstrate strong service ethics including the ability to effectively work with faculty, staff, students and library personnel at all levels.

* Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills.

* Must be self-directed, well organized, able to set priorities, and accomplish tasks in a timely manner.

* Ability to lift at least 10 pounds.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://.

Institutional Values

Clayton State University will have a positive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce…