Henry Ford College presents an opportunity for an Adjunct Librarian - Reference and Circulation.

The Reference & Instruction Adjunct Librarian provides services including consultation, information literacy instruction, and reference support through a variety of virtual and face-to-face modalities. This Librarian partners in developing, providing, and assessing excellence and currency in services through cross-library and cross-campus collaborations, active participation in library programming and instruction, and continuous professional development. Additional duties relating to Archives, Collection Development/Acquisition, Digital Resources/Systems Management, and other specialized areas may be assigned. Flexibility to positively participate in a rapidly changing environment is essential to success within this position. This position holds Adjunct Faculty status.

• Master’s degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA-Accredited Program.
• Two years User Experience and/or Reference experience in an academic library setting is preferred. We will consider experience received during graduate studies.
• Demonstrated understanding of current academic library services and practices.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with teams to develop strategies for student success.
• Understanding of and interest in the diversity of the student population within a community college and demonstrated ability to work with students, colleagues, and staff in an articulate, personable, and energetic manner.
• Position requires ability to lift 25 lbs. (primarily books) in keeping with the day-to-day work of a fully functioning library. Must be able to provide services requiring frequent movement throughout the library and across campus.
• Tools & Technology: Familiarity with database structures, library public access tools, and searching strategies essential for success. Specific knowledge of Innovative Sierra System, Proquest Intota system, essential websites, and LibGuides preferred.

• Develop and provide quality, student-centered, reference and outreach services including assigned library instruction and in-person research consultation.

• Participate in the creation of subject specialized LibGuides and other research tools.
• Participate in collection development and collection management activities, such as selection, weeding, and inventory.
• Develop and maintain projects that seek to broaden the avenues for access to materials including online tools, instructional materials, and outreach.
• Participate in online services delivery such as chat, online reference help, etc.
• Work collaboratively to assess the validity and usefulness of reference tools and services provided for library users.

• Participate through input and the sharing of responsibilities in library and division committees, as able within assigned hours, on key functional areas and planning processes.
• Actively participate in the shared governance of the college through college-wide committees and workgroups, as able during assigned or other available hours.

• Participate in, and share new ideas that come from, professional development activities including but not limited to conferences, serving on professional boards, visiting libraries, or pursuing other related educational opportunities.
• Serve as a welcoming, positive, professional face of the library in all aspects of work with library users, colleagues, and public supporters.