On-Call Reference Desk Librarian (Applicant Pool) Job at Schoolcraft College in

On-Call Reference Desk Librarian (Applicant Pool)

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The On-Call Reference Desk Librarian reports to the Associate Dean of Student Success and Retention. The On-Call Reference Desk Librarian facilitates access to information and resources for Schoolcraft College students, faculty, staff, and visitors within the Bradner Library.

The mission of Schoolcraft College is to provide a transformational and inclusive learning experience designed to increase the capacity of all individuals and groups to achieve intellectual, social, and economic goals. We are committed to creating a positive impact on the communities we serve and value diversity in our students, staff, and programming.

Job Duties

• Assisting the designated administrator in developing policies related to the procuring and disseminating of electronic and online databases.
• Advising the designated administrator on current and future library needs.
• Serving as a selector of material for the reference collection; selecting and maintaining library materials appropriate for addition to the library’s collection in specified subject areas in consultation with Schoolcraft faculty teaching in the appropriate disciplines.
• Assisting with the integrated library system, including system technology.
• Serving as coordinator of library orientation programs and Inter-Library Loan Librarian.
• Providing orientations/tours/workshops/bibliographic instruction to classes, faculty, students, and other individuals and groups upon request.
• Instructing users on how to locate books, periodicals, and how to efficiently use systems, electronic and other non-print resources, to locate reliable information – especially needed for students to write papers, do presentations, give speeches, and be successful in their classes.
• Advising users on how to access needed resources in other area libraries and institutions.
• Assuming total responsibility for library operations when the only Librarian on duty, including evenings and weekends.
• Reporting or recording system data.
• Assist with resource inventory and floor management.
• Update technology resources such as the library’s website
• Attending and participating in all scheduled departmental and divisional meetings.
• Participating in professional development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Masters in Library Science or related degree in field.
• One (1) year of experience in higher education libraries, working directly with students.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to follow college and department policies, handle frequent interruptions and meet deadlines.
• Capable of taking initiative, assuming responsibility and handling confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience working at a community college library with diverse student populations.
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to learn new technology quickly.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to working in a team environment.
• Available some evenings and weekends

Salary: Starting at $24/hr. Work Hours: Up to 15 hrs/wk, Some evenings and weekends required. This position cannot exceed 23 hours a week.

Schoolcraft College is an AA/ EEO Employer.