Reference Librarian (Part-time / Temp)

Johnson & Wales University

Providence, Rhode Island

Application Deadline

Apply By Sep 26th, 2021

Wages

Not Specified

Location

Providence, RI

Hours

28.00

MLS

Preferred

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree

Library Experience

Preferred

Supervisory Experience

Not Required

Type of Library

Academic

This job is more than 3 weeks old or the application deadline has passed.
Job Description

Key responsibilities

  • Provide in person and online library users with on-demand guidance on the discovery and optimal use of information resources and library services
  • Meet with and provide extended on-on-one research support, upon request by students, faculty or staff
  • Assist in handling library service desk operations such as borrowing transactions for tangible library resources
  • Oversee library user behavior to help assure user understanding of and compliance with library and university safe conduct policies
  • Provide classroom instruction on library research skills, either in person or online through videoconferencing tools such as Teams and Zoom
Benefits & Additional Compensation Info

Complimentary on campus parking will be provided.

The Community

JWU has a diverse student population of nearly 5,000 students, with more than half living on campus. The curriculum covers a wide range of majors with a focus on experiential learning and career preparation.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a passion for providing all library users with a positive customer service experience.

All employees must provide roof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Johnson & Wales University Human Resources & Payroll Department.

Website
https://pvd.library.jwu.edu

Human Resources / Job Listings
https://jobs.jwu.edu

HR Info

Please send a letter of interest and resume to jmega@greysmith.com

Posted Sep 3, 2021