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Reference and Instruction Librarian
Job Location:
Job Location:
Riverside, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
16 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
13 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Position Summary
The Reference and Instruction Librarian provides expert research assistance and participates in the Librarys information literacy instruction program as part of a team of reference and instruction librarians. This position works with colleagues to support students faculty and staff seeking research assistance delivers library instruction across a range of formats and modalities and develops collaborative relationships with academic departments to integrate library resources and services into the curriculum. The position reports directly to the Library Director.
Reference Services
- Provides professional research assistance to students faculty staff and other Library users at the reference desk by email and through scheduled video or Zoom consultations.
- Instructs and advises Library users in effective search strategies and the use of online databases the library catalog and print reference resources.
- Conducts in-depth individual research consultations with students and faculty by appointment providing guidance tailored to specific research needs and disciplinary contexts.
- Contributes to the development and maintenance of print and online research guides (LibGuides or equivalent) that support effective use of Library resources across subject areas.
- Participates in ongoing assessment of reference services to identify areas for improvement and ensure services meet the evolving needs of the campus community.
- Maintains current awareness of reference tools databases and emerging information resources relevant to the Librarys user community.
Information Literacy Instruction
- Participates in developing delivering and assessing the Librarys information literacy instruction program including course-integrated instruction sessions orientations and other instructional activities.
- Designs and teaches library instruction sessions aligned with the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education adapted to the needs of specific courses disciplines and student populations.
- Collaborates with teaching faculty to plan and deliver course-integrated library instruction that supports specific course learning objectives and research assignments
- Develops and maintains instructional materials including online tutorials handouts and other learning resources in both print and digital formats.
- Assesses student learning outcomes from instruction sessions and uses assessment data to inform and improve instructional design and delivery.
- Stays current with trends and best practices in information literacy instruction instructional design and active learning pedagogy.
Liaison and Outreach
- Serves as library liaison to assigned academic departments building collaborative relationships with faculty to support research teaching and learning.
- Works with faculty in liaison departments to integrate library resources and instruction into courses and research activities.
- Assists liaison departments with identifying and recommending resources for collection development including databases reference works and other materials appropriate to disciplinary needs.
- Participates in marketing and outreach activities to promote Library services and resources to the campus community including distance learners.
- Represents the Library at relevant campus events department meetings and other venues as appropriate and assigned.
Collection Development
- Assists the Library Director in identifying and recommending new books databases and other resources for the Librarys collections with particular attention to reference resources and the needs of liaison departments.
- Evaluates existing reference and subject resources for continued relevance and currency; recommends withdrawals or replacements as appropriate.
Professional Development and Service
- Maintains current knowledge of trends developments and professional literature in library reference services information literacy instruction and higher education.
- Participates in relevant professional organizations and engages with the broader library profession through conferences publications or other activities as opportunities arise.
- Participates in Library planning committee work and other service activities as assigned by the Library Director.
Minimum Qualifications
- Masters degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS or MLS) from an ALA-accredited program required.
- Demonstrated experience or coursework in library reference services and information literacy instruction.
- Knowledge of the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work effectively with students faculty and staff across a range of disciplines.
- Proficiency with library databases online catalogs and current research tools.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a small library environment.
- Experience with LibGuides or comparable research guide platforms preferred.
- Experience in an academic library setting preferred.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Library Director.
Wages: $70304 Plus Generous Benefits
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