Job Description Summary

The Lawrence W. Tyree Library seeks a part-time Librarian to provide reference services and information literacy instruction. The Tyree Library is a vibrant, dynamic work environment that supports the college and curriculum with knowledgeable staff, appropriate resources and an environment that promotes user success and life-long learning. The reference staff is a collaborative team, working with all library departments as well as throughout the college. The ideal candidate is able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, as well as extended hours during exam week; enjoys variety in work projects, and is willing to work both on a team and individually.

 

Job Description

Responsibilities and duties include:

• Provides library reference services in-person, by phone, email, chat, and Zoom.
• Assists patrons with and help troubleshoot library and college technologies.
• Provides information literacy instruction on-site, online, and at Santa Fe College educational centers.
• Assists with and initiate projects throughout the library.
• Assists with outreach and public relations activities in collaboration with all staff during library events.
• Participates in department and college meetings and activities as appropriate.
• Engages in appropriate professional development and college service activities.
• Complies with all published College Rules, procedures, guidelines, and laws/regulations governing public employees, including but not limited to those related to document retention and destruction, FERPA, and confidentiality.
• Strictly honors the privacy, security, and confidentiality of student records and other sensitive information according to appropriate state, federal, and college regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Provides service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible, and professional engagement.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Reports to: Director, Library

QUALIFICATIONS

Required: An ALA-accredited master's degree in library and information science and two (2) years of related library work experience is required. 

Additional Requirements: A criminal background check will be conducted. 

Preferred: Related work experience in an academic library setting; teaching experience strongly preferred.

General Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work successfully in a multi-cultural environment.
• Adaptability to Change – able to be flexible and supportive, able to positively and proactively assimilate change in rapid growth environment.
• Communication – able to effectively communicate in a professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful manner using preferred method and level as applicable to the job.
• Customer Service – ability to respond promptly and courteously to all questions from students and faculty, demonstrating patience and persistence when helping students with little or no computer skills.
• Ethics – able to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, civility, and a high degree of ethics in all job-related actions.
• Organization & Time Management – able to plan, schedule, and organize tasks related to the job to achieve goals within or ahead of established time frames.
• Problem Solving – proven skills in identifying issues, determining their cause, developing creative solutions, and following through with implementing resolutions.
• Detail Oriented - Proven accuracy and attention to detail.
• Multi-task - Ability to expeditiously organize, coordinate, manage, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously to swiftly assess a situation, determine a logical course of action, and apply the appropriate response.

Application Process:  All applicants must submit a completed online SF application, a letter of intent, an up-to-date resume/curriculum vitae, and unofficial academic transcripts (if applicable) to be considered for this position. Unofficial transcripts are only accepted for review purposes, official transcripts are required prior to any offer of employment being made.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

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Santa Fe College reserves the right to extend deadlines and/or not to offer advertised positions. Preference will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of veterans.