Evening PT Reference Librarian (on-site)

DePaul University

Part-time

On-site

Chicago, Illinois, United States

The Highlights:

Under the immediate supervision of the Head of the Loop Library, the Evening Part-time Reference Librarian is responsible for providing research help services to library users in person at the Loop Library and via virtual Ask a Librarian services.Work in a highly supportive, collegial culture that encourages active participation in meaningful and valuable skills training and professional development. This includes training workshops, committee memberships, and engagement in programs that support the Library's mission and its Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility goals, while building connections and partnerships across DePaul' s wider academic and user community.

What You'll Do:

  • Provides research assistance and one-to-one instruction to library users online and in-person. Provides information literacy instruction online and in-person for the first-year writing program.
  • Works cooperatively with other library and university departments to provide materials and services for faculty, students, staff and other affiliated users.
  • Works on specific assigned projects, such as the creation and maintenance of online research guides, and/or other instructional support.
  • Depending on scheduling, may be responsible for opening and/or closing the Reference Department or Library site, and/or supervising student assistants.What You'll Need:
  • ALA-Accredited MLS/MLIS degree required.
  • Reference experience required, preferably in an academic setting.
  • Familiarity with academic library resources required.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office software; ability to type accurately; excellent communication skills; ability to work independently
  • This position is part-time, budgeted currently at 16-20 hours per week; reduced hours may occur during summer and intersessions.
  • Hours are Monday through Thursday 4pm-8pm.
  • This position is based at DePaul's Loop Library located in downtown Chicago; occasional travel to the Lincoln Park campus may be required.
  • This position is fully on-site.

Perks:

  • Working for a stable and well-known University that values diversity and inclusion.
  • Paid time off.
  • Part-Time BenefitsFor consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement: Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.

**Required Background Check:**Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.

**Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse & Neglect:**Upon accepting an offer of employment with the university, you will also be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status at the time of hire. A mandated reporter is required to make a report to the Illinois DCFS Hotline whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child known to them in their professional or official capacity may be abused or neglected. For more information, please visit the following pages:

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS) Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act

DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.