Research and Learning Services Librarian

These are the values which have created a tradition of excellence spanning more than six decades, and which are enabling Holyoke Community College to meet today's challenges.

Mission: Educate. Inspire. Connect.

Values: Kindness, Inclusion, Trust, Innovation & Collaboration

Kindness, inclusion and trust are the foundation of the work that we do together. Innovation and collaboration enable us to explore and implement the ideas that will shape our future.

The Research and Learning Services Librarian is a part-time professional librarian position responsible for providing research assistance, reference services, library instruction, outreach, and engagement activities that support student learning and academic success. The position works collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and community users to connect learners with library resources, services, technologies, and learning opportunities. Reporting directly to the Dean of Library Services, the Research and Learning Services Librarian collaborates with library faculty and staff to deliver responsive, student-centered services and contributes to assessment, planning, and continuous improvement efforts that advance the mission and goals of the Library and the College.

This is a part-time, annually renewable position scheduled to work up to 18.5 hours per week during the academic year. The position is expected to work approximately 32 weeks per year, generally coinciding with the fall and spring semesters. Continued appointment is contingent upon institutional needs, available funding, and satisfactory performance.

Public Services and Research Support

• Provides research assistance, reference services, referrals, and general library support to students, faculty, staff, and community users through in-person and virtual interactions.
• Serves as the primary librarian for reference and public services during assigned hours and contributes to the effective operation of library service points.
• Assists users in identifying, accessing, evaluating, and effectively using library resources, technologies, and services.
• Collaborates with library staff and student employees to provide responsive, student-centered service.
• Maintains current knowledge of library resources, services, technologies, and policies to support user needs.

Instruction and Student Learning

• Plans and delivers library instruction sessions, workshops, and other learning activities that support information literacy, research skills, and student success.
• Collaborates with faculty, librarians, and campus partners to support instruction, student learning, and research success initiatives.
• Develops instructional materials, research guides, tutorials, and other learning resources.
• Contributes to the assessment and continuous improvement of instructional services and learning activities.

Outreach and Engagement

• Participates in outreach, engagement, and programming efforts that connect students with library resources, services, and learning opportunities.
• Supports initiatives that promote awareness and use of library collections, services, spaces, and technologies.
• Collaborates with librarians, faculty, staff, and campus partners to advance student engagement and success.

Professional Contributions and Library Operations

• Participates in assessment, planning, and continuous improvement activities that support the mission and goals of the Library and the College.
• Attends library and college meetings, trainings, and professional development activities as appropriate.
• Contributes to special projects, strategic initiatives, and other library activities as assigned.
• Maintains awareness of trends, developments, and emerging practices in academic librarianship and higher education.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Library Science;
• One year experience providing reference and research assistance;
• One year experience providing library instructional sessions.

Equivalency Statement: We welcome and encourage applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above, to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position. It is preferred that this document be uploaded separately from the resume, cover letter, and references.

Preferred Qualifications:

One year or more experience with Archives Management

Part-Time, Non-Benefited Position (MCCC Position)

Hourly Rate: $36.55
Hours: 18.5 hours/week
Funding Source: State

Disability Accommodations:

Holyoke Community College is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Office of People and Talent at (413) 552-2554.

Background Check:

• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check which will include CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information).
• All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. HCC is not sponsoring H1B Visa.