Reference & Instruction Librarian, Bristol Community College (New Bedford)

Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners; Plymouth; On-site; USD 69,000 - 84,000

Job description

Reference & Instruction Librarian, Bristol Community College (New Bedford)

The Reference & Instruction Librarian, New Bedford provides professional library services to Bristol Community College students, faculty, and staff and coordinates library operations for the New Bedford Campus Library Learning Commons. Other essential duties include the provision of reference services, the design and delivery of information literacy instruction, and assisting researchers in the use of print/electronic resources. The position works in collaboration with a geographically distributed team located at four locations throughout Bristol's service area, providing research, tutoring, and writing support to foster student success while supporting Bristol's mission and goals.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

1. Master's degree in Library Science, Library & Information Science, or closely related field.*
2. Three (3) years experience and/or training that includes library operations, library information systems, reference services, bibliographic instruction, circulation services, and cataloging.
3. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications.
4. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse student body, faculty, and staff.
5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
6. Reliable transportation for travel to and from meetings, trainings, or campus and community locations, as required.

*An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience shall be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. One year of experience in an academic library designing and delivering information literacy instruction.
2. One year of experience performing circulation and other functions in Koha or similar integrated library system.
3. Demonstrated experience with collection development and management.
4. Demonstrated experience teaching online and utilizing common academic technologies (e.g., learning management system (Canvas, Blackboard, etc.), LibGuides, video conferencing (Zoom), etc.)
5. Supervisory experience.

Full/Part Time

Full Time

Education

MLS/Masters

Salary Range

$69,821.00 - $83,011.00/year

Salary Notes

Starting salary commensurate with qualifications and experience in accordance with MCCC/MTA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Closing Date

Open until filled

How to Apply

For full vacancy announcement and to apply, visit Bristol's website.