PART-TIME INSTRUCTION AND REFERENCE LIBRARIAN
MCENTEGART HALL LIBRARY, ST. JOSEPH’S UNIVERSITY, BROOKLYN
St. Joseph’s University invites applications for a part-time reference and instruction librarian for
the McEntegart Library on the Brooklyn Campus, located in the historic neighborhood of Clinton
Hill. Instructional services responsibilities include teaching information literacy skills to
undergraduate students enrolled in freshman seminars, writing courses, and core curriculum
offerings. Other routine duties include staffing the reference desk, providing remote reference
services, updating subject guides, collection management and assigned projects in keeping with
the activities of an academic library.
The regular (academic semester) weekly schedule is Monday through Thursday from 8:30 am –
2:00 pm and two Saturdays per month. There will be a reduced schedule during the summer
and intersessions. Successful candidates will possess excellent communication skills and
adhere to scheduled hours by punctual, regular attendance. Essential to employment is
accurate adherence to library and college rules, policies, and procedures, including maintaining
strict confidentiality of user records. A courteous, tactful, professional demeanor should
epitomize all interactions. Any changes in local/state/federal guidelines to ensure health and
safety may revise the responsibilities and requirements of the position.
REQUIRED:
Completed MLS/MLIS/MS degree from an ALA-accredited institution
Professional-level proficiency in database searching and technology skills
Demonstrated ability to teach students at the post-secondary level
References from professional librarians or graduate-level library school faculty
DESIRED:
Familiarity with LibGuide software and a learning management system (e.g., Canvas)
Ability to create online tutorials for campus-based and distance education students
Experience providing reference and information services in person and remotely
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Preference
will be given to credentials received by 5 pm on Wednesday, July 20, 2022. Send cover letter
and resume/CV in one file (MS Word or pdf) addressed to Dr. Elizabeth Pollicino Murphy,
Executive Director of Libraries, at Callahan.Instruction@sjcny.edu (SUBJECT LINE: Part-time
Librarian). Only electronic submissions will be accepted (i.e., no phone inquiries or hard copy
materials).
