Adjunct Librarian Job Muskegon area,Michigan USA,Education / Teaching

Muskegon Community College, an associate degree‑granting institution of higher education, is a center for lifelong learning which provides a person the opportunity to attain their educational goals by offering programs that respond to individual, community, and global needs.

Muskegon Community College is currently seeking candidates for an immediate need:
Adjunct Librarian for Fall 2025.

Unofficial transcripts must be submitted.

Qualifications

An MLIS or equivalent from an American Library Association accredited school.

Commitment to the community college philosophy and information literacy.

Familiarity with research databases, OCLC, and Microsoft products such as Word and Excel.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote an inclusive and positive working environment.

Strong commitment to customer service.

Highly motivated and solution oriented with a high degree of integrity, ethics and dedication to the mission of the college.

Essential Functions

Weekend and evening assignments as scheduled.

Answer reference questions from students, faculty, staff, and community members regarding research needs.

Assist students in the research process: topic selection, evaluation of sources, and proper documentation of references.

Have a strong commitment to customer service.

Have excellent technology skills and expertise in database searching and the utilization of Microsoft Office and Windows.

Assist students with research databases.

Present information literacy instruction to classes.

Assist with cataloging using OCLC and Sirsi Work Flows.

Supervise student workers in the absence of their supervisor.

Make recommendations for book purchases.

Have knowledge of information literacy and promote the concept on the job.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements Mental Demands

Detailed Work
Student Contact
Deadline oriented
Problem Situations
Multiple Priorities & Demands
Emergency Situations
Confidentiality
On-call Availability
Continual Interruptions
Working Alone
Faculty Contact
Working with Others

Physical Demands

Standing & Walking
Sitting
Reclining
Carrying
Lifting up to 10 lbs.
Up to 25 lbs.
Up to 50 lbs.
80 + lbs.
Pushing, Pulling, Twisting, Bending
Climb or Balance
Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl
Squatting
Handle or Feel
Reach with Hands and Arms
Talking or hearing
Tasting/Smelling
Working Overhead
Speak in English via Phone or In Person
Close, Distance, Peripheral, and Color Vision along with Depth Perceptions
Ability to Adjust and Focus

Work Environment

Exposure to wet, humid conditions (non-weather), fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme heat/cold; and moderate to loud noise levels.
Normal Office environment with little, if, any, discomfort due to heat, dust, noise and the like. Ability to travel to all campus locations required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Muskegon Community College is an equal opportunity employer. MCC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, political persuasion, disability, height, weight, veteran status, age or any other protected class in any of its educational programs, activities or employment. Minorities, women, veterans, and the physically challenged are encouraged to apply.

To the extent required by applicable law, anyone with a disability will be reasonably accommodated by the College. If you have a disability and need an accommodation or assistance in applying for this position, please contact the Human Resources Office.

Job Location:

Muskegon, Michigan, United States

Position Type:
Part‑Time

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