Reference Librarian Job at New River Community College in New Britain
New River Community College, New Britain, CT, United States
Reference Librarian
Details: The CT State Community College is developing a pool of applicants for potential part-time Reference Librarian positions (up to 17 hours per week). These positions are on continuous recruitment and are filled on an as-needed basis, depending on specific department needs. You will only be contacted if there is a current need at the campus you indicated on your application and have met the qualifications/skills and experience required for the position. Your applications will stay active for 1 year.
Location: Multiple Campuses
This position is not remote
For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home - CT State
Please note that not all campuses have an opening, however we are accepting applications for all campuses within the CT State Community College.
Asuntuck-170 Elm Street, Enfield, CT; Capital-950 Main Street, Hartford, CT; Gateway-20 Church Street, New Haven, CT; Housatonic-900 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport, CT; Manchester-Great Path, Manchester, CT; Middlesex-100 Training Hill Rd, Middletown, CT; Naugatuck Valley-Waterbury and Danbury Campuses; Northwestern-Park Pl, Winsted, CT; Norwalk-188 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT; Quinebaug Valley-42 Upper Maple St, Danielson, CT; Three Rivers- 574 New London Turnpike, Norwich, CT; Tunxis-271 Scott Swamp Rd 100 Building, Farmington, CT
CT State Community College Mission
Connecticut State Community College provides access to academically rigorous and innovative education and training focused on student success. The college supports excellence in teaching and learning, makes data-informed decisions, promotes equity, and advances positive change for the students, communities and industries it serves.
CT State Community College Vision
Connecticut State Community College is recognized for exceptional student success, educational leadership and transformative collaboration with business and industry, government, educational and key stakeholders while advancing diverse opportunities for Connecticut's citizens and communities.
CT State Community College Equity Statement
Connecticut State Community College commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities.
Anticipated Start Date
Continuous open recruitment
Application Deadline
Filled on an as-needed basis, depending on specific college needs. Applications will stay active for 1 year.
Position Summary
The Reference Librarian's main function encompasses a broad-spectrum including reference services via in-person, phone, and online chat; collection development; assisting in interlibrary loan; circulation management; troubleshooting basic IT questions; and individualized instruction with library resources.
Example of Job Duties
Under the direction of the Director of Library Services, the Reference Librarian is responsible for a broad range of professional responsibilities of librarianship through effective performance in these essential duties:
Public and Reference Services: Answer reference inquiries in a variety of formats, including in-person, email, phone, and online chat.
Technical Services: Perform basic ILS circulation functions, contribute to collection development activities, and assist in the administration of interlibrary loan.
Information Technology: Respond to basic requests for assistance with printing, scanning, copying, and word processing programs. Help with Blackboard or other online learning platforms.
Information Literacy: Instruct students on the use of library resources, including how to locate and evaluate sources.
This posting includes qualifications, experience and skills but is not limited to the full specifications stated in the job description. Candidate may perform some or all of the job functions.
Incumbents must possess proven ability to effectively work with a culturally, linguistically, and ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and student. They are expected to have excellent oral and written communication skills along with strong Information technology literacy skills such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc.)
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in Library Science with one (1) or more years of relevant experience working in a Library.
Successful Candidate must have or must possess
Knowledge of library services
Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in an educational setting or academic library providing direct service to students and faculty, preferably at a community college.
Experience creating accessible learning materials, such as instructional videos, research guides, and interactive tutorials.
Experience with creating both in person and online educational, cultural, and recreational programming for the college community.
Knowledge of Microsoft applications, social media platforms, and web-based communication, such as online chat.
Salary
$47.24 hourly.
Application Instructions
To apply you must submit a cover letter and resume. The cover letter may be entered as text in the corresponding box, or it can be uploaded as a combined file with the resume.
Incomplete applications and links to other sources to view resumes are not acceptable. Please note that due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to field phone/email inquiries and confirm receipt of completed applications. You will receive an automated email confirming that your application was submitted successfully. For more information or to apply via our website at ct.edu/hr/jobs
Background Screening
All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the Immigration and Control Act (IRCA) and the successful passing of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification. CSCU is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination
CT State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, intellectual disability, physical disability (including but not limited to blindness), present or past history of mental disability, prior criminal record, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, retaliation for previously opposed discrimination or coercion, veteran status, victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or trafficking or any other federal or state protected class in its employment, programs, and activities, unless the provisions of Section 46a-80(b) or 46a-81(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes are controlling or there are bona fide occupational qualifications excluding persons in one of the above protected groups.
For information regarding the nondiscrimination, disability, and Title IX policies/procedures, contact: John-Paul Chaisson-Cardenas, Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, CT State Community College, 185 Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051, 860-612-7056 or johnpaul.chaissoncardenas@ctstate.edu.
CSCC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
To apply, visit ctstatecommunitycollege.applytojob.com/apply/JHRxAhGBzc
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In Summary: The Reference Librarian's main function encompasses a broad-spectrum including reference services via in-person, phone, and online chat; collection development; assisting in interlibrary loan; circulation management; troubleshooting basic IT questions; and individualized instruction with library resources . Connecticut State Community College committed to eliminating structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers .
En Español: Detalles del bibliotecario de referencia: el CT State Community College está desarrollando un grupo de solicitantes para posiciones potenciales de bibliotecarios de referencia a tiempo parcial (hasta 17 horas por semana). Estos puestos están en reclutamiento continuo y se llenan según sea necesario, dependiendo de las necesidades específicas del departamento. Su solicitud permanecerá activa durante un año. Ubicación: Campus múltiples Este puesto no es remoto Para obtener más información sobre CT State Community College y el campus por favor visite Home - CT State Por favor note que no todos los campus tienen una apertura, sin embargo estamos aceptando solicitudes para todos los campamentos dentro del Colegio Comunitario Estatal de CT. Asuntuck-170 Elm Street, Enfield, CT; Capital-950 Main Street, Hartford, CT La universidad apoya la excelencia en la enseñanza y el aprendizaje, toma decisiones informadas por datos, promueve la equidad e impulsa un cambio positivo para los estudiantes, comunidades e industrias a las que sirve. CT State Community College Vision Connecticut Community College es reconocido por su excepcional éxito estudiantil, liderazgo educativo y colaboración transformadora con empresas e industria, gobierno, partes interesadas educativas y clave mientras avanza diversas oportunidades para los ciudadanos y comunidades de Connecticut. Las aplicaciones permanecerán activas durante 1 año. Resumen de posición La función principal del bibliotecario de referencia abarca un amplio espectro que incluye servicios de referencia a través de chat en persona, teléfono y online; desarrollo de la recopilación; asistencia en préstamos interlibrarios; gestión de circulación; resolución de problemas básicos de TI; e instrucción individualizada con recursos bibliotecarios. Ejemplo de deberes de trabajo Bajo la dirección del director de los Servicios Bibliotecarios, el biblioteario de referencias es responsable de una amplia gama de responsabilidades profesionales de la biblioteca mediante el desempeño efectivo de estas tareas esenciales: Servicios públicos y de respuesta de referencia: consultas de referencia en una variedad de formatos, incluyendo personal, correo electrónico, telefonía y chat en línea. Se espera que tengan excelentes habilidades de comunicación oral y escrita junto con fuertes aptitudes en informática como Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc.) Licenciatura mínima en Ciencias de la Biblioteca con uno (1) o más años de experiencia relevante trabajando en una biblioteca. El candidato exitoso debe tener o debe poseer Conocimiento de servicios de bibliotecas Capacidad para trabajar independientemente con una supervisión. Experiencia preferida en un entorno educativo o una biblioteca académica que brinde servicio directo a estudiantes y profesores, prefiere continuar en una comunidad. La carta de presentación puede ingresarse como texto en la caja correspondiente, o se puede subir como un archivo combinado con el currículum. No son aceptables las solicitudes incompletas y los enlaces a otras fuentes para ver curriculum vitae. Tenga en cuenta que debido al gran volumen de solicitudes recibidas, no podemos realizar consultas telefónicas / por correo electrónico y confirmar la recepción de las aplicaciones completadas. Recibirá un correo electrónico automatizado confirmando que su solicitud ha sido presentada exitosamente. Para obtener más información o solicitar a través de nuestra página web ct.edu/hr/jobs upon Background Screening Todo empleo, si se ofrece, es una prueba contingente de ciudadanía o empleabilidad bajo el requisito de la Ley de Inmigración y Control (IRCA) y la verificación del paso exitoso de antecedentes, incluyendo otorgar permiso para contactar a empleadores actuales y anteriores para verificar. CSCU está comprometido a proporcionar una comunidad segura campus. Las investigaciones de antecedentes incluyen controles de referencia, una verificación del historial criminal y, cuando proceda, un informe financiero (crédito) o la verificación de historia de conducción. El Aviso continuo sobre no discriminación CT State Community College no discrimina en función de edad, ascendencia, color, origen nacional, identidad o expresión de género, información genética, discapacidad de aprendizaje, estado civil, discapacidades intelectuales, incapacidad física (incluida pero no limitada a la ceguera), histórico actual o pasado de discapacidad mental, antecedente penal, raza, credo religioso, sexo (incluyendo embarazo y acoso sexual), orientación sexual, represalia por discriminación o coacción previamente opuesta, estatuto de veterano, víctimas de violencia doméstica, agresión sexual y/o tráfico de personas u otras actividades protegidas en sus programas de empleo, así como, salvo que las disposiciones de los Títulos Estatales de Derechos Humanos 46a-80a-CACIONES OCCIONATIVAS o las políticas generales de protección contra el derecho de acceso al colegio son: John JOBISSONOFFICOLISON, CYSTEDUCTION, ECLIQUIDANCIÓN, ACTIFICATIONAL COLIGENTE, CONTRIBILNITATE / INCLUSIONACIENCIA DE DIRECTIONS, CASAMENTOS ICENTRACTIVE, ENVISIONACTUAL, ICUNACIENTACULTIA, CIEMPOR, UNIMIZACIÓN, N° 606A-660/COLLEGE. 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Details: The CT State Community College is developing a pool of applicants for potential part-time Reference Librarian positions (up to 17 hours per week). These positions are on continuous recruitment and are filled on an as-needed basis, depending on specific department needs. You will only be contacted if there is a current need at the campus you indicated on your application and have met the qualifications/skills and experience required for the position. Your applications will stay active for 1 year.
Location: Multiple Campuses
This position is not remote
For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home - CT State
Please note that not all campuses have an opening, however we are accepting applications for all campuses within the CT State Community College.
Asuntuck-170 Elm Street, Enfield, CT; Capital-950 Main Street, Hartford, CT; Gateway-20 Church Street, New Haven, CT; Housatonic-900 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport, CT; Manchester-Great Path, Manchester, CT; Middlesex-100 Training Hill Rd, Middletown, CT; Naugatuck Valley-Waterbury and Danbury Campuses; Northwestern-Park Pl, Winsted, CT; Norwalk-188 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT; Quinebaug Valley-42 Upper Maple St, Danielson, CT; Three Rivers- 574 New London Turnpike, Norwich, CT; Tunxis-271 Scott Swamp Rd 100 Building, Farmington, CT
CT State Community College Mission
Connecticut State Community College provides access to academically rigorous and innovative education and training focused on student success. The college supports excellence in teaching and learning, makes data-informed decisions, promotes equity, and advances positive change for the students, communities and industries it serves.
CT State Community College Vision
Connecticut State Community College is recognized for exceptional student success, educational leadership and transformative collaboration with business and industry, government, educational and key stakeholders while advancing diverse opportunities for Connecticut's citizens and communities.
CT State Community College Equity Statement
Connecticut State Community College commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities.
Anticipated Start Date
Continuous open recruitment
Application Deadline
Filled on an as-needed basis, depending on specific college needs. Applications will stay active for 1 year.
Position Summary
The Reference Librarian's main function encompasses a broad-spectrum including reference services via in-person, phone, and online chat; collection development; assisting in interlibrary loan; circulation management; troubleshooting basic IT questions; and individualized instruction with library resources.
Example of Job Duties
Under the direction of the Director of Library Services, the Reference Librarian is responsible for a broad range of professional responsibilities of librarianship through effective performance in these essential duties:
Public and Reference Services: Answer reference inquiries in a variety of formats, including in-person, email, phone, and online chat.
Technical Services: Perform basic ILS circulation functions, contribute to collection development activities, and assist in the administration of interlibrary loan.
Information Technology: Respond to basic requests for assistance with printing, scanning, copying, and word processing programs. Help with Blackboard or other online learning platforms.
Information Literacy: Instruct students on the use of library resources, including how to locate and evaluate sources.
This posting includes qualifications, experience and skills but is not limited to the full specifications stated in the job description. Candidate may perform some or all of the job functions.
Incumbents must possess proven ability to effectively work with a culturally, linguistically, and ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and student. They are expected to have excellent oral and written communication skills along with strong Information technology literacy skills such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc.)
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in Library Science with one (1) or more years of relevant experience working in a Library.
Successful Candidate must have or must possess
Knowledge of library services
Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in an educational setting or academic library providing direct service to students and faculty, preferably at a community college.
Experience creating accessible learning materials, such as instructional videos, research guides, and interactive tutorials.
Experience with creating both in person and online educational, cultural, and recreational programming for the college community.
Knowledge of Microsoft applications, social media platforms, and web-based communication, such as online chat.
Salary
$47.24 hourly.
Application Instructions
To apply you must submit a cover letter and resume. The cover letter may be entered as text in the corresponding box, or it can be uploaded as a combined file with the resume.
Incomplete applications and links to other sources to view resumes are not acceptable. Please note that due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to field phone/email inquiries and confirm receipt of completed applications. You will receive an automated email confirming that your application was submitted successfully. For more information or to apply via our website at ct.edu/hr/jobs
Background Screening
All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the Immigration and Control Act (IRCA) and the successful passing of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification. CSCU is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination
CT State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, intellectual disability, physical disability (including but not limited to blindness), present or past history of mental disability, prior criminal record, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, retaliation for previously opposed discrimination or coercion, veteran status, victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or trafficking or any other federal or state protected class in its employment, programs, and activities, unless the provisions of Section 46a-80(b) or 46a-81(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes are controlling or there are bona fide occupational qualifications excluding persons in one of the above protected groups.
For information regarding the nondiscrimination, disability, and Title IX policies/procedures, contact: John-Paul Chaisson-Cardenas, Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, CT State Community College, 185 Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051, 860-612-7056 or johnpaul.chaissoncardenas@ctstate.edu.
CSCC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
To apply, visit ctstatecommunitycollege.applytojob.com/apply/JHRxAhGBzc
Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.
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In Summary: The Reference Librarian's main function encompasses a broad-spectrum including reference services via in-person, phone, and online chat; collection development; assisting in interlibrary loan; circulation management; troubleshooting basic IT questions; and individualized instruction with library resources . Connecticut State Community College committed to eliminating structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers .
En Español: Detalles del bibliotecario de referencia: el CT State Community College está desarrollando un grupo de solicitantes para posiciones potenciales de bibliotecarios de referencia a tiempo parcial (hasta 17 horas por semana). Estos puestos están en reclutamiento continuo y se llenan según sea necesario, dependiendo de las necesidades específicas del departamento. Su solicitud permanecerá activa durante un año. Ubicación: Campus múltiples Este puesto no es remoto Para obtener más información sobre CT State Community College y el campus por favor visite Home - CT State Por favor note que no todos los campus tienen una apertura, sin embargo estamos aceptando solicitudes para todos los campamentos dentro del Colegio Comunitario Estatal de CT. Asuntuck-170 Elm Street, Enfield, CT; Capital-950 Main Street, Hartford, CT La universidad apoya la excelencia en la enseñanza y el aprendizaje, toma decisiones informadas por datos, promueve la equidad e impulsa un cambio positivo para los estudiantes, comunidades e industrias a las que sirve. CT State Community College Vision Connecticut Community College es reconocido por su excepcional éxito estudiantil, liderazgo educativo y colaboración transformadora con empresas e industria, gobierno, partes interesadas educativas y clave mientras avanza diversas oportunidades para los ciudadanos y comunidades de Connecticut. Las aplicaciones permanecerán activas durante 1 año. Resumen de posición La función principal del bibliotecario de referencia abarca un amplio espectro que incluye servicios de referencia a través de chat en persona, teléfono y online; desarrollo de la recopilación; asistencia en préstamos interlibrarios; gestión de circulación; resolución de problemas básicos de TI; e instrucción individualizada con recursos bibliotecarios. Ejemplo de deberes de trabajo Bajo la dirección del director de los Servicios Bibliotecarios, el biblioteario de referencias es responsable de una amplia gama de responsabilidades profesionales de la biblioteca mediante el desempeño efectivo de estas tareas esenciales: Servicios públicos y de respuesta de referencia: consultas de referencia en una variedad de formatos, incluyendo personal, correo electrónico, telefonía y chat en línea. Se espera que tengan excelentes habilidades de comunicación oral y escrita junto con fuertes aptitudes en informática como Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc.) Licenciatura mínima en Ciencias de la Biblioteca con uno (1) o más años de experiencia relevante trabajando en una biblioteca. El candidato exitoso debe tener o debe poseer Conocimiento de servicios de bibliotecas Capacidad para trabajar independientemente con una supervisión. Experiencia preferida en un entorno educativo o una biblioteca académica que brinde servicio directo a estudiantes y profesores, prefiere continuar en una comunidad. La carta de presentación puede ingresarse como texto en la caja correspondiente, o se puede subir como un archivo combinado con el currículum. No son aceptables las solicitudes incompletas y los enlaces a otras fuentes para ver curriculum vitae. Tenga en cuenta que debido al gran volumen de solicitudes recibidas, no podemos realizar consultas telefónicas / por correo electrónico y confirmar la recepción de las aplicaciones completadas. Recibirá un correo electrónico automatizado confirmando que su solicitud ha sido presentada exitosamente. Para obtener más información o solicitar a través de nuestra página web ct.edu/hr/jobs upon Background Screening Todo empleo, si se ofrece, es una prueba contingente de ciudadanía o empleabilidad bajo el requisito de la Ley de Inmigración y Control (IRCA) y la verificación del paso exitoso de antecedentes, incluyendo otorgar permiso para contactar a empleadores actuales y anteriores para verificar. CSCU está comprometido a proporcionar una comunidad segura campus. Las investigaciones de antecedentes incluyen controles de referencia, una verificación del historial criminal y, cuando proceda, un informe financiero (crédito) o la verificación de historia de conducción. El Aviso continuo sobre no discriminación CT State Community College no discrimina en función de edad, ascendencia, color, origen nacional, identidad o expresión de género, información genética, discapacidad de aprendizaje, estado civil, discapacidades intelectuales, incapacidad física (incluida pero no limitada a la ceguera), histórico actual o pasado de discapacidad mental, antecedente penal, raza, credo religioso, sexo (incluyendo embarazo y acoso sexual), orientación sexual, represalia por discriminación o coacción previamente opuesta, estatuto de veterano, víctimas de violencia doméstica, agresión sexual y/o tráfico de personas u otras actividades protegidas en sus programas de empleo, así como, salvo que las disposiciones de los Títulos Estatales de Derechos Humanos 46a-80a-CACIONES OCCIONATIVAS o las políticas generales de protección contra el derecho de acceso al colegio son: John JOBISSONOFFICOLISON, CYSTEDUCTION, ECLIQUIDANCIÓN, ACTIFICATIONAL COLIGENTE, CONTRIBILNITATE / INCLUSIONACIENCIA DE DIRECTIONS, CASAMENTOS ICENTRACTIVE, ENVISIONACTUAL, ICUNACIENTACULTIA, CIEMPOR, UNIMIZACIÓN, N° 606A-660/COLLEGE. 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