Friday, January 30, 2026

Adjunct Faculty: Fulfillment Services Librarian - Western Connecticut State University

Job Description:

  • Under the direction of the Access Services Librarian, oversees weeknight and weekend operation of the Haas Library Circulation desk, including flexible hours during the week
  • Supervises student assistants and may supervise library technicians as needed
  • Provides LSP training for all Access Services staff and student assistants
  • Implements and evaluates stacks maintenance processes and procedures, including shelving, shifting, paging, and inventory
  • Provides traditional and virtual reference and research assistance to the university community, as needed
  • In the absence of a full-time librarian, may collaborate/coordinate with Facilities and campus security staff to resolve issues.
  • Oversees opening and closing procedures of library spaces
  • May be required to work at and report to both library locations, as needed
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the Access Services Librarian
  • Must be willing to work holidays, evenings, and weekends

Required Qualifications:

  • ALA accredited master's degree
  • Prior professional experience in an Access Services department
  • Prior professional experience using integrated library systems
  • Knowledge of cataloging standards, bibliographic utilities, and experience with copyright laws
  • Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Ex Libris Alma LSP Certified
  • Prior professional experience in an academic library setting providing reference and instruction
  • Prior supervisory experience
  • Working proficiency in Spanish or Portuguese
  • Proficiency with library, educational, and instructional technologies
  • Knowledge of and commitment to proven teaching strategies and practices
  • Experience with office suites/productivity software (eg. Adobe Creative Cloud and Office 365)
  • Experience with Springshare software
  • Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software problems

Hours & Compensation: This is a part-time, AAUP Faculty position (10-12 hours per week). Pay starts at $49.22/hr. Some evenings and weekends required.

To apply: Please send a cover letter, three references, and a resume to phillipst@wcsu.edu. Review of applications will begin on 3/9/26 and will remain open until the position is filled.