Level: Educational Assistant
Employment Type: Temporary position, non-tenure track position
Hours: Part-time up to 17 hours per week
Anticipated Start Date: April 2026
Work Location: CT State Quinebaug Valley, 742 Upper Maple Street, Danielson, CT 06239
Work Modality: On site; Position is not remote
Closing Date: Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials by March 25, 2026.
Position Summary: The Reference Librarian performs a broad range of professional responsibilities of librarianship in the library of a Community College providing library services to students, faculty, staff and citizens of the communities served by the College. The Reference Librarian’s main function encompasses a broad spectrum including: reference services via in-person, phone, and online chat; collection development; assisting in interlibrary loan; circulation management; troubleshooting basic IT questions; and individualized instruction with library resources.
Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Library Science with one (1) or more years of relevant experience working in a Library.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of library services
- Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a higher education setting. Familiarity with current trends in librarianship. Experience with programming and outreach.
Salary: $47.24 hourly
See the full position posting and apply online HERE.
CSCC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
