Specialist, Library Reference (Temporary Part-time)
Title: Specialist, Library Reference (Temporary Part-time)
Department: Pellissippi State Libraries
Campus: Hardin Valley Road
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Type of Appointment: Temporary Part-Time
Work Hours: 10-15 hours per week
Position Summary: . The Library Specialist participates in reference services, tutorial creation, library instruction, special projects, and other duties as assigned. The position reports to the Instruction Coordinator and Reference Librarian.
Duties and Responsibilities:
65% Provide individual reference service and group information literacy instruction, both in-person and online. Reference services are available in-person and via phone, email, text, chat, and appointment. In support of instruction services, collaborate with the Instruction Coordinator and Reference Librarian on various projects to support the Libraries’ instruction program
30% Participate in the ongoing development and maintenance of the library’s web services, including LibGuides, FAQs, and online tutorials, using various applications, including LibApps, PowerPoint, Camtasia, Snagit, Zoom, and related software. Seek out and implement appropriate emerging technologies
5% Maintain knowledge of current professional library practices, including reference and teaching practices. Collaborate on special projects, such as collection development
Note: The College reserves the right to change or reassign job duties, or combine positions at any time.
Required Qualifications:
Must have completed 9 credit hours of their MLS/MIS/MLIS Degree from an ALA-accredited college or university.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Years of Experience: 0
Skills/Abilities:
Willingness and ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and other patrons with varying skill levels, interest levels, and different lived experience.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including proficiency with English.
Ability to perform highly detailed work.
Ability to use Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to troubleshoot routine issues with technology.
Preferred
Knowledge of academic library instruction and reference practices.
Knowledge of and ability to learn web and media design tools, software, and systems, including discovery search systems, Springshare products, Microsoft Office, Camtasia, SnagIt, Zoom, Canva, and Adobe Creative Suite.
Special Instructions to Applicants: To be considered for a position at Pellissippi State, you must create an on-line application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application. Please note: attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form. Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience. Please note: to scan, upload, or attach documents, a computer and scanner are available at the Hardin Valley Campus Educational Resources Center, if needed.
Pellissippi State Community College is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA employer
If you have any problems or questions please contact Pellissippi State Community College’s Human Resource Office at 865-694-6607 or by email at recruiting@pstcc.edu.
If you are interested in this position, click on the link to the top right to apply.
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