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Adjunct Reference Librarian

Employer
Yakima Valley College
Location
Yakima, WA

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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution
Description

Adjunct Reference Librarian
Part-Time, Non-Tenure

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Salary:
$798 per Instructional Unit
Up to 10 IU's/Quarter

Yakima Valley College is accepting applications for an adjunct Reference Librarian in the Instructional and Student Services Division - Library and Media Services. This is a part-time position.

The adjunct Reference Librarian will be committed to community college students and their success. The successful applicant will be accomplished and active in their discipline, committed to participating in a multicultural, interdisciplinary learning environment, and skilled in the technology of learning and research.

Essential Tasks

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. ALA accredited Master's Degree in Library Science (MLS, MSLS, MLIS) or equivalent
  2. Minimum of two years full-time professional reference experience, or equivalent
  3. Demonstrated computer literacy skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience with ExLibris Voyager OPAC and circulation module
  • Ability to use a variety of software applications
  • Experience in an academic library environment

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Working knowledge of basic reference sources, electronic information resources and systems, and electronic databases
  • Knowledge of confidentiality laws, copyright laws, regulations, policies and ethics regarding libraries and materials
  • Understanding of and commitment to the mission and educational role of a community college
  • Ability to work with non-traditional patrons
  • Interpersonal skills and ability to provide excellent customer service
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
Qualifications

JOB PROFILE:

  • Provide reference assistance and willing to work a flexible schedule of mid-day Monday through Thursday, and Friday early morning to mid-afternoon
  • Provide reference services to students, staff and the community at-large as well as to remote users, including eLearning students and students at our Grandview campus
Supplemental Information

Application Instructions:
To apply for this position you MUST submit a complete YVC online Employment Application, and include the following REQUIREDattachments:

  • A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (a generic cover letter will not be accepted)
  • A current resume (a resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the online application)
  • Three (3) professional references (personal references do not count as professional)
  • Unofficial transcripts for confirmation of degree (if minimum qualifications require a degree). The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts at the time of hire
  • Certifications/Credentials as required for fulfillment of the minimum qualifications

Please note: Failure to follow the above application instructions will lead to disqualification. Please do not include any attachments other than the ones requested above. E-mailed documents will not be accepted after the closing of the recruitment or in lieu of attaching your documents to the online application.

Employment Information:
Those applicants invited to interview may be required to complete a skills test.

Candidates will be subject to a Criminal History Background Check as a condition for consideration of employment.

Due to an emergency proclamation by the Governor, all employees will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment. Employees may request a medical or religious accommodation by contacting the Human Resources Department at 509-574-4670.


"In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire."

Yakima Valley College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, sex, genetic information, or age in admission, treatment, or participation of its programs, services and activities, or in employment. All inquiries regarding compliance should be directed to the Director of Human Resource Services, YVC, South 16th Ave. & Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima, WA 98902; or call 509.574.4670. Click here for the full non-discrimination statement.

Yakima Valley College's Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at https://www.yvcc.edu/services/safety-security/, containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information for the past three calendar years. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 509.574.4610.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible.

All positions are subject to funding.

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