Adjunct Faculty - Reference and Instruction

Core Competencies And Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA-Accredited Program.
• Two years User Experience and/or Reference experience in an academic library setting is preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of current academic library services and practices.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with teams to develop strategies for student success.
• Understanding of and interest in the diversity of the student population within a community college and demonstrated ability to work with students, colleagues, and staff in an articulate, personable, and energetic manner.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities Including But Not Limited To Instruction and User Experience

• Develop and provide quality, student-centered, reference and outreach services including assigned library instruction and in-person research consultation.
• Access To Resources And Services
• Participate in the creation of subject specialized LibGuides and other research tools.
• Participate in collection development and collection management activities, such as selection, weeding, and inventory.
• Develop and maintain projects that seek to broaden the avenues for access to materials including online tools, instructional materials, and outreach.
• Participate in online services delivery such as chat, online reference help, etc.
• Work collaboratively to assess the validity and usefulness of reference tools and services provided for library users.
• Governance And Participation
• Participate through input and the sharing of responsibilities in library and division committees, as able within assigned hours, on key functional areas and planning processes.
• Actively participate in the shared governance of the college through college-wide committees and workgroups, as able during assigned or other available hours.
• Continuous Professional Development
• Participate in, and share new ideas that come from, professional development activities including but not limited to conferences, serving on professional boards, visiting libraries, or pursuing other related educational opportunities.
• Serve as a welcoming, positive, professional face of the library in all aspects of work with library users, colleagues, and public supporters.