Part-Time Reference Librarian

Position Summary

Provide support to the Director of Library Services, respective campus’ Head Librarian, library staff and students. This position is not eligible for tenure.

• Online application
• Current résumé
• Copy of college transcripts (Transcript of college work verifying degree requirement; must include degree awarded and date confirmed. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted before the deadline, but official transcripts must be received if employed.)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide personal assistance to library users in answering reference questions and determining research strategies.
• Assist users in accessing and searching print and electronic resources.
• Assist users in accessing MyCalhoun, STARS, and Blackboard.
• Market and promote usage of electronic resources to faculty and students.
• Teach library instruction/information literacy skills to classes and groups, including English 101.
• Partner with faculty to develop ways to integrate electronic information offered by the AVL into teaching and learning.
• Search and export OCLC MARC bibliographic records using Cat Express.
• Import MARC records from Cat Express into Horizon.
• Edit MARC records, checking each with the book in hand; follow AACR2 Standards.
• Add contents notes to both MARC records for new books and older books where this field (505) is missing.
• Upgrade MARC records for older books, adding fixed fields, subfield delimiters, subject headings, bibliographical references/index notes, contents notes, etc.
• Attend annual meeting with full time librarians.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of a Master’s degree in Library and/or Information Science from an accredited institution is required.
• Working knowledge of the Alabama Virtual Libraryis required.
• Working knowledge of an integrated online library systemis required.

Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and accomplishments:

• Knowledge of the Alabama Virtual Library databases.
• Working knowledge of traditional and electronic services and resources.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and prepare accurate paperwork.
• Ability to conduct individual and small group instruction.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize issues.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse students, other employees, and the public.
• Commitment to all students, including those of diverse ages, cultures, genders and ethnic backgrounds.
• Understanding of the broad range of students’ abilities and the ability to accommodate varied learning styles.
• Successful problem solving skills.
• Conscientious- care about how work is done and desire to do a good job.
• Initiative- respond to downtime by taking responsibility to do other work.
• A focus on being friendly and patient in responding to students.
• Willingness and desire to learn new things and apply that knowledge.
• Willingness to maintain flexibility in order to meet student needs.
• A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand.
• Confidence in decision-making and communication skills.
• Ability to operate an integrated online library system.
• Ability to move freely within the library reading room and stack area.
• Strong commitment to providing quality service.
• Ability to work flexibly and creatively, including the flexibility of swapping evenings with the other Adjunct Reference Librarian if necessary.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits.

BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT:
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all post secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Calhoun Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. Calhoun Community College participates in the E-Verify system to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.

Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org). Specific questions regarding Calhoun's educational programs, admissions, and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
http://www.calhoun.edu

P.O. Box 2216
Decatur, AL 35609
256-306-2590
256-306-2591
jobs@calhoun.edu

Part-Time position not eligible for benefits.