Reference Librarian Job at San Jacinto College in Pasadena

Reference Librarian - Central Campus

Essential Job Functions

• Assist students, faculty, administration, and general public with research needs in person, by phone, and remotely using email and chat reference services.
• Develop and conduct information literacy classes, print and electronic library research guides, online interactive tutorials using Articulate 360 or similar, and assignments that incorporate ACRL information literacy standards.
• Review, select, and deselect library resources for purchase in accordance with institutional goals. Liaison with campus departments to determine materials needed to support curriculum.
• Assist patrons using software, Internet applications, printing, and college-related online services.
• Actively participates in planning and executing library outreach efforts with an emphasis on outreach to health science and technical education students.
• Serve on library and college-wide committees.

Additional Job Functions

• Maintain records and statistical data on library functions and services as appropriate.
• Maintain professional competencies appropriate to the position.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Reference skills.
• Library instruction skills.
• Evaluation of library materials.
• Knowledge of MS Office, library databases, and integrated library systems.
• Ability to multi-task, be service-oriented, and work well with the public.

Required Education

• Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited program.

Required Experience

• Two to three years of experience working in library reference and information literacy instruction.

Preferred Experience

• Reference and instruction experience in a community college library; experience with health informatics, Health Sciences, Nursing, STEM, Workforce and Technology subject areas.

Note

The duties of this position require a physical presence at the assigned on-site work location during unrestricted operations with very limited or no opportunity for remote work arrangements.

Salary Grade: 116

Salary is based on the Board-approved salary schedule for the current fiscal year. See Salary Schedule

Requisition Number: req6005

Posting Close Date: 9/23/2025