Reference Instruction Librarian

Director of Library Services at Virginia Peninsula Community College

Responsibilities

Reference

Participate in reference assistance in person, on the phone, by email, and via chat. Provide individual and group reference consultations, both in-person and online. Guide patrons use library catalogs, databases, and other research tools, providing customer service-focused assistance. Assist in formulating effective research strategies. Contributes to the development of library programming, workshops, and instructional materials. Navigate and utilize online databases, academic journals, and other electronic sources to fulfill patrons’ requests. Address and resolve any issues or challenges patrons face in accessing information resources. Support students in dual enrollment and distance learning programs by creating and maintaining online, asynchronous resources. Contributes to the creation and maintenance of library website materials, including research guides.

Instruction

Advertise, coordinate, and schedule in-person, online, and asynchronous information literacy instruction sessions, along with planning, delivery, evaluation, and data collection. Remain current with library instruction best practices and create an inclusive, welcoming learning environment. Assist in the development of students’ critical thinking skills, information literacy, and data skills. Conduct ongoing assessments of student learning and contribute to departmental assessment projects. Design and develop subject guides using LibGuides, library instruction tutorials, and other supplementary instruction tools.

Circulation

All library staff must provide circulation staffing to maintain open hours in the library at both campuses. Assist in maintaining and creating print and electronic resources collections. Utilize library management system (ALMA) to assist students in checking materials in / out, maintaining student records, and making data-driven decisions. Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement strategies to engage the community and extend library services to a broader audience. Assist with basic daily circulation duties.

Liaison with the STEM department, attending relevant department meetings, keeping faculty aware of library services, and ensuring the library collection aligns with course outcomes. Partner with faculty and academic staff to plan and deliver course-integrated instruction in information literacy and research. Promote library services through library instruction sessions, library tours, and attendance at relevant meetings.

Collection Development

Work collaboratively with other library staff to develop a well-rounded library collection that supports college curricula and aligns with course outcomes. Perform cataloging duties, adding books, multimedia, and equipment to the library collection. Contribute to the selection and maintenance of materials, ensuring the collection is current, relevant, and accessible. Regularly review and update materials.

Qualifications

A master’s degree in library and information science (or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited college or university.

Experience in information literacy instruction or other training / teaching experience.

Experience with library technology and library content management systems.

Work experience with library instruction and reference / research assistance.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Education and Training

Higher Education

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