Learning Commons Librarian, PT

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date.

Weekly Work Hours

19.5

Compensation Range

Staff Range N05 Hourly

Hourly Rate

$26.22 Hourly

FLSA

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Position Type

Staff

Position Summary 

Provide high-quality delivery of a broad range of library public services, including instruction, reference, and collection management, to a diverse community of users in support of the College’s curriculum and mission. 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Ability to provide first-level Learning Commons service support for students, bridging their classroom learning by assisting with the location of learning materials, resources, and equipment.  

• Able to respond to requests for general information with a commitment to customer satisfaction, quality, and accuracy.  

• Able to effectively provide appropriate referrals to other service areas.

• Performs related service functions that support department operations.   

• Understands the role this position plays within the College’s mission and deliver high quality service in the support of student success.   

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with both internal and external stakeholders and constituents within the Dallas College community network.  

• Able to prepare periodic reports, as necessary or requested. 

• Strong commitment to providing world-class customer service.  

• Proficient interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.   

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced, constantly changing work environment.  

• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks/responsibilities and the ability to prioritize work. 

• Demonstrated success working with diverse communities.

Physical Requirements 

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Requires in-person interaction and coordination of work with other employees, students, external clients, partners or customers and/or immediate access to equipment, documents, or other information located only in a College workspace.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor's Degree in Library Science from an accredited ALA program, Master’s preferred 

• Strong commitment to information literacy instruction and demonstrated aptitude for teaching in multiple formats. 

• Ability to provide individual research assistance and instruction on the fly, in person, or online. 

• Experience with automated library systems.  

• Demonstrated expertise in database searching and information retrieval.  

• Working knowledge of new and emerging technologies and familiarity with their impact on higher education. 

• Official transcript will be required. 

• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

*** Will be subject to criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop, teach, and assess information literacy in various environments at various College locations including visits to classes, in-person, and online presentations. 

• Participates in the planning and conducting student and or faculty orientations. 

• Assist faculty with the integration of library research and information retrieval skills in their courses both face-to-face and in the course management system. 

• Provide answers to refer