Assistant Librarian (Part-Time)

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Lawrence, MA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Assists in operating the library by delivering on-site and online reference and research services, providing circulation services and resource access, facilitating academic technology utilization, and conducting information literacy instruction sessions. This is a part-time position (9 hours/week) for the 9-month academic year (September - May), excluding Winter and Spring Breaks. Additional hours may be available during the summer semester.

Requirements

Master's degree in Library Science or closely related field
One (1) year experience and/or training involving library operations, reference service, bibliographic instruction, circulation service, copy cataloging, and library information systems; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Proficiency with instruction in research and information sources
Legal authorization to work in the United States
Successful completion and review of a background check (CORI and SORI)

Nice To Haves

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Recent work experience in a library setting
Ability to work independently and maintain cooperative working relationships
Bilingual (Spanish/English)
Experience working with and supporting a culturally diverse population

Responsibilities

Providing reference and research services to students, staff, and faculty both face-to-face, and using text, chat, and email
Aiding students with information literacy and academic technology needs
Conducting library instruction sessions
Providing circulation services using Koha ILS
Assisting in the operation of the student computer lab