Reference Librarian

LAC Federal is seeking a Reference Librarian to provide high-quality reference, research assistance, and instructional support to students, faculty, staff, and community patrons through online platforms and at the library service desk. In this role, the Reference Librarian will guide users in effectively navigating library resources, including the online catalog, electronic databases, and print and non-print collections.

Additionally, the Reference Librarian may be responsible for other assigned duties such as gathering and analyzing usage statistics, delivering library instruction sessions, conducting student research consultations, and performing occasional circulation desk functions. Schedule flexibility is required, as the candidate must be available for hours of operation during the fall semester, including the library's evening hours. On rare occasions, if the building needs to close but services are still needed, the employee is expected to work remotely.

Employment Type: Part Time/20 hours per week.

Length of Employment: August 31, 2026 – December 18, 2026

Schedule: Schedule may adjust depending on semester schedule:

Monday – Thursday, 4:00pm-8:00pm

Friday, 1:00pm-5:00pm

Responsibilities

• Deliver reference and research services to library users both in-person and virtually.
• Assist patrons in the effective use of library technologies, databases, and research tools.
• Provide individualized research support to students through consultations.
• Conduct instructional sessions for classes, faculty, and other library users to promote information literacy and enhance research skills.
• Maintain knowledge of library collections, both print and digital, to support user needs.
• Capture and report library usage statistics as directed.
• Collaborate with library staff to enhance services and contribute to special projects as assigned, such as creating and/or updating library guides and instructional resources.
• Support circulation functions as needed.
• Stay current with trends and emerging technologies related to academic library reference services.
• Participate in professional development activities to maintain and improve knowledge and skills relevant to the role.