Per Diem Reference/Instructional Librarian

Molloy College • Rockville Centre, NY

10d • $0 - $40 • Hybrid

About The Position

The James E. Tobin Library is seeking experienced librarians for reference and instructional services. This position is part-time. Shifts may include weekdays, evenings, or weekends. This position will start in September, 2026. Reporting to the Associate Librarian for Reference Services, the Reference and Instructional Librarian provides tailored information instruction, as well as reference and research services, to students, faculty, staff and other users of the James E. Tobin Library, in both in-person and virtual formats.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience in an academic library, including prior experience teaching information instruction classes, is required.
• Must have experience working in both in-person and virtual formats (such as Zoom)
• Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in Library/Information Science (MLS or MLIS) from an American Library Association accredited school.
• Strong knowledge of academic databases.
• Ability to assist students from freshman year through doctoral programs.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High comfort level with teaching and good classroom management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with medical databases such as CINAHL, Cochrane, and Ovid is highly desirable.
• Prior experience with citation managers, especially Zotero or Academic Writer (APA), is highly desirable.
• Second master’s degree a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and reference services to students, faculty members, and other users of the James E. Tobin Library.
• Develop customized classroom instruction sessions upon request.
• Teach research strategies to students in small and large groups and / or one-on-one sessions, with emphasis on critical thinking and plagiarism avoidance as well as searching techniques.
• Remain current in navigating academic resources held by the James E. Tobin Library.
• Other library related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level