Job Description:
- Provides traditional and virtual reference and research assistance to the university community
- Instructs students, faculty, staff, and local patrons in the use of library materials, resources, and technologies and in accessing both in-person and online information resources
- Assists in the creation of educational material, including research guides, handouts, audiovisual materials, and other assorted online content
- In the absence of a full-time librarian, may supervise library technicians and student workers in the operation of library services and spaces
- Maintain fluency in new literature, technologies, trends and advances in the profession that can enhance information discovery and delivery
- Develop an ongoing understanding students' evolving needs and provide services in ways that are most convenient for them
- Maintain currency with library resources, seek out professional development opportunities, and apply new knowledge effectively in the workplace
- May be required to report to and oversee opening and closing procedures for both campus locations
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Reference & Business Research Librarian
- Must be willing to work holidays, evenings, and weekends
Required Qualifications:
- ALA accredited Master’s degree
- Prior professional experience with providing library reference and instruction services to diverse populations
- Prior professional experience with integrated library systems
- Proficiency with library, educational, and instructional technologies
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- Knowledge of mark-up languages and website design
- Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software problems
- Experience with office suites/productivity software (eg. Adobe Creative Cloud and Office 365)
- Must be willing to work holidays, evenings, and weekends
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior supervisory experience
- Working proficiency in Spanish or Portuguese
- Knowledge of and commitment to proven teaching strategies and practices
- Knowledge of cataloging standards and bibliographic utilities
- Experience with Springshare software
Hours & Compensation: This is a part-time, AAUP Faculty position (14-16 hours per week). Pay starts at $49.22/hr. Some evenings and weekends may be required.
To apply: Please send a cover letter, three references, and a resume to gongx@wcsu.edu. Review of applications will begin on 3/9/26 and will remain open until the position is filled.
