APPLICATION LINK: https://tbr.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=10&id=3336

Title: Reference Librarian (Temporary Part-Time)

Department: Library

Campus: Hardin Valley

Closing Date: 10/25/19

Type of Appointment: Temporary Part-Time

Pay Rate: $20.59/hr

Work Hours: The Reference Librarian provides afternoon and evening coverage Monday-Thursday 4:00 pm -9:00pm. They may also work occasional Saturdays, 10:00am -4:00pm, and some flexible hours from 8:00 am -4:00 pm, Monday- Friday.

Position Summary: The Reference Librarian participates in reference service, creation of tutorials, library instruction and other duties as assigned. The position reports to the Reference Coordinator and Instruction Librarian.

Duties and Responsibilities:

65% Provide individual reference service and group information literacy instruction as scheduled through a variety of means: reference desk service, phone/chat reference services, and information literacy class instruction. Design tutorials and subject guides using various applications, including LibApps, PowerPoint, Camtasia, Snagit, and related software.

30% Participate in the ongoing development and maintenance of the library’s web services, including the library homepage, mobile websites, LibGuides, online tutorials, and social media presence (blog, facebook, twitter, YouTube). Seek out and implement appropriate emerging technologies. Assist with cataloging.

5% Maintains knowledge of current professional library practices including national cataloging and metadata standards, potential software tools, and best practices.

Note: The College reserves the right to change or reassign job duties, or combine positions at any time.

Required Qualifications:

• MLS Degree from an ALA-accredited college or university.                                                         
• Knowledgeable in providing reference services to students, faculty, staff and community members.
• Knowledgeable in use of current web authoring tools and standards.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to drive to other PSCC campus sites to deliver library services.

 Non-Essential Functions:

 Perform other duties and special projects as needed.

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• ·Knowledge of the library’s reference and instruction function, including knowledge of specialized searching skills and strategies, familiarity with a library’s print and electronic collections, and ability to translate those resources effectively to students, faculty and staff, and other patrons in a variety of delivery modes, including in person, virtual reference, via tutorials, in class, and graded course components.
• Willingness and social skills necessary to work effectively with students, faculty and other
  patrons of varying skill and interest levels.
• Tolerance for producing highly detailed work.
• Ability to design and deliver instruction in the use of library resources in individual and group settings and for placement on library website, in campus course management system, in forms of graded assignments, tutorials, and subject guides.Ability to participate in blogs and other online social media to deliver updates and information regarding library services and programs.
• Proficiency with web and media design tools, software, and systems including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, CMS systems, LibApps, Camtasia, SnagIt, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office.Willingness and ability to learn new software and instruct students, faculty and staff on use of software as needed.

Equipment:

Use of pc-based and online databases and programs, scanners, phone, photocopier, printers, and overhead projection and smartboard equipment is required.

 

Special Instructions to Applicants: To be considered for a position at Pellissippi State, you must create an on-line application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application. Please note: attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form. Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience. Please note: to scan, upload, or attach documents, a computer and scanner are available at the Hardin Valley Campus Educational Resources Center, if needed. 

Pellissippi State Community College is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA employer

If you have any problems or questions please contact Pellissippi State Community College’s Human Resource Office at 865-694-6607 or by email at [log in to unmask].

APPLICATION LINK: https://tbr.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=10&id=3336

 

 

Will Buck, M.S.

Librarian/Instructor

William “Ed” Harmon Library ▪ Blount County Campus

Pellissippi State Community College

865-981-5326 ▪ [log in to unmask] 

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