Open Educational Resources/Reference Librarian (part-time, less than 20 hours/wk.)
- Employer
- Morton College
- Location
- Cicero, IL
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- Administrative Jobs
- Academic Affairs, Librarians & Library Services
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Currently enrolled in ALA-accredited Master’s in Library science program. Good oral/written communication skills. High energy, positive, service-oriented. Knowledge of computers including Microsoft Suite, Innovative Interfaces online catalog and periodical databases such as Firstsearch, Ebsco, Proquest.and OCLC.
Must be able to demonstrate the Morton College core values of compassion, fairness, respect, responsibility, tolerance and truth.
Preferred QualificationsALA accredited Master’s of Library Science. Familiar with the growing number of OER repositories. Library instruction experience a plus.
Job SummaryAssists faculty in finding OER resources that match their subject area. Provide Reference assistance at the Reference Desk assisting patrons with online databases and web resources. Provide Library instruction to patrons.
Specific Job Duties•Becomes familiar with the growing number of OER repositories, the breadth and depth of the subjects covered.
•Creates handouts and digital reference materials for faculty on OER and their use.
•Develops a collection of reference resources covering all aspects of OER and their use.
•Communicates and conducts presentations about textbook affordability issues.
•Serve patrons at Reference Desk.
•Help patrons in use of online periodical databases.
•Provide library instruction to Morton College classes.
•May require evenings and weekends.
•Other duties as assigned
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- * How did you learn about this employment opportunity?
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- * What is the highest degree completed?
- H.S. Diploma
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Organization
Morton College, the second oldest community college in Illinois, was founded in 1924 to meet the educational demands in the growing communities of Berwyn, Cicero, Forest View, Lyons, McCook, Stickney and other near western suburbs which were a national hub of economic activity.
As a comprehensive community college, recognized by the Illinois Community College Board, Morton College's mission is: To enhance the quality of life of our diverse community through exemplary teaching and learning opportunities, community service, and life long learning.
Goals:
Maximize the College's resources to support student learning.
Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning to discover new ways to help students succeed.
Develop responsive curricula and programs to serve community needs.
Encourage community families to embrace the educational opportunities Morton College provides.
Employment at Morton
Morton College has the distinction of being the second oldest comprehensive community college in Illinois. The pioneering spirit that established this learning community continues to drive Morton today as a Hispanic Serving Institution for Berwyn, Cicero, Forest View, Lyons, McCook, Stickney and other communities.
Morton College is located in Cicero, a western border suburb of Chicago, only eight miles from the heart of the business and cultural center of this great midwestern city. Chicago offers a complete array of entertainment venues, including six major professional sports teams plus the beautiful Lake Michigan recreational area.
As an institution of higher education, Morton College is committed to the development of its employees and encourages them to participate in life-long learning activities.
Morton College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, or physical handicap in its educational, admissions, or employment practices.
- Website
- http://morton.edu/
- Telephone
- 708-656-8000
- Location
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3801 S. Central Ave
Cicero
IL
60804
US
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