The part-time Reference & Engagement Librarian is responsible for library instruction in afternoon & evening courses (one-shots) and other departments/fields as appropriate. This position includes one or more hours of availability per evening at the Reference Desk, specifically to be available for live and online Drop-In Reference and Research support. This librarian would also participate (as part of the Instruction and Reference Team) in updating and publishing relevant Subject Guides in the library’s LibGuides. The fourth pillar of this position is Reference Consultation by appointment.
The Reference & Engagement Librarian supports the teaching, learning, and research missions of the University by providing high-quality reference services, information literacy instruction, and outreach initiatives that foster engagement with library resources and services. Serving as a primary point of contact for students and faculty, this role combines traditional research support with innovative outreach strategies to enhance student success, faculty collaboration, and campus-wide engagement with the library. This is a 12-month part-time evening position located on the Bridgeport campus.
Education, Training and Experience:
Master of Library and Information Science (MLS/MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program required.
1+ years of experience providing reference assistance, in person and virtually preferred.
1+ years of teaching experience preferred, preferably in an academic library setting.
Primarily weekday, afternoon-evening hours. Some weekend shifts required. Additional hours may be available for instruction and project-based assignments.
