Librarian - Cataloging; PT

Join to apply for the Librarian - Cataloging (PT) role at Inside Higher Ed
.

Hybrid Option:
No

Join our dynamic team at Waubonsee Community College, where your career can flourish. Be part of a transformative institution dedicated to making a positive impact in our community and the lives of our students. Waubonsee Community College is committed to hiring and retaining exceptional faculty and staff are committed to the college’s culture of collaboration, professional growth, and student success. Your future starts here – join us today!

The Part-Time Librarian will deliver dynamic, high-quality library services to support the academic and cultural needs of the campus community. This role emphasizes fostering inclusivity and equity in a learning-centered environment.

Under the direction of the Director of Library Services, responsibilities include: cataloging of print, non-print, and electronic resources; providing reference and information services; liaising with faculty, and other projects as assigned.

• Basic cataloging duties for print, electronic and other types of materials, including creating and updating bibliographic records consistent with Library of Congress Classification.
• Deliver in-person and virtual reference services to students, faculty, staff, and community patrons, including providing frontline technology support and assisting with library software/hardware systems.
• Design and lead information literacy instruction sessions across multiple formats (in-person, online, hybrid), including developing, updating, and managing digital learning resources such as research guides and tutorials.
• Collaborate on collection development for print and electronic resources.
• Partner with library staff to maintain and enhance the library website and online platforms.
• Undertake special projects and additional duties as assigned by the Director of Library Services.

• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited school.
• Knowledge of basic cataloging standards for print, electronic, and other material types.
• Academic library experience desirable.

• Experience with basic cataloging standards in academic libraries for print, electronic, and other material types.
• Experience in library instruction, classroom teaching, or workshop facilitation.
• Proficiency in adopting emerging technologies and digital tools.
• Familiarity with platforms such as OCLC, Sirsi Dynix, Canvas, Lib Guides, or multimedia editing software (e.g., Kaltura, Adobe Premiere).
• Must be flexible, innovative, and possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Cover Letter - Yes
• Resume - Yes
• References - Yes (Can be provided at interview)
• Transcripts - Yes (Can be provided at interview)

• Req
• Grant Funded:
  No
• Minimum Starting Rate: $30.26 - $36.46
• Compensation Type:
  Hourly
• Work Schedule:
  
  Varies Fall, Spring and Intersession periods
• Work Hours:
  
  20-25 hours/week
• Testing:
  No
• Targeted Hire Date: 2/2/2026
• Benefits:
  Click to See Benefits Page

Please attach all required documents at the time of application.

EOE, including disability and veteran.