Pellissippi State Technical Community College
Location
Knoxville, TN | United States
Job description
Title: Reference Librarian (Temporary Part-Time)
Department: Library
Services
Campus: Hardin Valley
Closing Date: Open until Filled Type of
Appointment: Temporary Part-Time
Pay Rate: $21.84/hr
Work Hours: The Reference
Librarian provides daytime and afternoon reference desk coverage, scheduled 20 hours per week and will be assigned hours during the window
of 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Thursday, and 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Fridays during the fall and spring semester. During the summer semester, the
Reference Librarian will work between the hours of 8 am and 7 pm, Monday - Thursday, and 8 am - 4:30 pm on Fridays.
Position
Summary: The Reference Librarian participates in reference services, provides support for Pellissippi Ambassadors for Library
Success (PALS) student employees, creating 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, both in-person and online. Reference services are available in-person and via
phone, email, text, chat, and appointment. In support of reference services, collaborate with the Reference Coordinator and Instruction
Librarian to set and oversee PALS initiatives and projects.
30% Participate in the ongoing development and maintenance of the
library's web services, including the LibGuides, FAQs, and online tutorials, using various applications, including LibApps, PowerPoint,
Camtasia, Snagit, Zoom, and related software. Seek out and implement appropriate emerging technologies.
5% Maintain knowledge of
current professional library practices, including reference interviewing and teaching practices. May be involved with collection development
activities.
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.
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 the library's print and electronic collections, and the ability to translate those resources
effectively to students, faculty, 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.
- Ability to provide 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.
- Proficiency with web and media design
tools, software, and systems, including discovery search systems, LibApps, Microsoft Office, Camtasia, SnagIt, Zoom, Adobe Creative Suite,
and HTML.
- Willingness and ability to learn new software and instruct students, faculty, staff, and other patrons on use of software
as needed. Ability to troubleshoot technology software and hardware.
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 online application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on
your application form. 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. Computers and scanners are available at the Hardin Valley Campus Educational Resources Center
to scan, upload, or attach documents.
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
[email protected] .
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