Reference Librarian Job at Collin College in Frisco

time left to apply End Date: January 30, 2025 (9 days left to apply)

job requisition id R-6273

Primary Location: 9700 Wade Boulevard, Frisco, Texas, 75035

We are searching for candidates that meet the required qualifications and experience and are able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Job Summary: Provide library reference services and instruction to Collin College students, faculty, staff and the general public. Explain and assist students, faculty and staff in the use of the library databases, streaming audio and video, library catalog, electronic books and other features located on the library homepage. Develop, evaluate and maintain the library collection and serve as library liaison in assigned discipline department.

Required Qualifications:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Explain and assist in the use of reference sources, books, periodical indexes, Internet and online databases to locate information. Demonstrate the procedures for searching library catalog. Assist students, faculty and staff in finding scholarly sources for research.
• Schedule and provide library instruction and orientation through class presentations, workshops and web-based instruction.
• Serve as liaison between the library and teaching faculty on matters of curriculum support through collection development and bibliographic instruction. Assist teaching faculty in the design of library assignments.
• Select and develop collection of reference and circulating materials, including books, periodicals, DVDs, software, CDs, eBooks and other electronic materials in support of curriculum. Develop online library collections.
• Assemble and arrange displays of books and other library materials.
• Assist in the development of operations guidelines and policies and procedures for library services.
• Supervise functional areas of assignment, as needed. Supervise operations and personnel when Library Director is unavailable.
• Develop and deliver a range of traditional and innovative library services. Develop web-based resources.

Supplemental Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform all duties to maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures and core values.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of reference in emerging technologies
• Knowledge of trends in library services
• Knowledge of online databases and integrated library systems
• Knowledge of liaison faculty's subject area
• Knowledge of library collection
• Knowledge of College policies and procedures
• Knowledge of ALA standards for reference services
• Computer and applicable software skills
• Customer service skills
• Instructional skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Troubleshooting skills
• Problem solving skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Public speaking skills
• Ability to integrate technology into instruction
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with students and faculty
• Ability to develop lists of library materials
• Ability to conduct reference interviews
• Ability to evaluate new library database products

Physical Demands, Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly having to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for the Sedentary Work category and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated Light Work. Positions in this class typically include talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions, plus stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching. Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Office environment. Little physical effort required.

Requirements
Master's degree in library science, or library and information science from an accredited American Library Association institution.
Three (3) years of reference experience in an academic, public or special library.

**This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.**

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job as duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Collin College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made by Collin College in its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

**Application submission deadline is 12am of the date listed.** 01/30/2025

Collin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.

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