Adjunct Instructor, Reference and Instruction Librarian
Not Disclosed•Part-TimeOn-site
location_onRenwick Road, Crest Hill, Will County, Illinois, 60403, United States
As an Adjunct Instructor and Reference Librarian at Joliet Junior College, you will serve as a vital faculty member bridging the gap between students and the library's vast resources. This role is designed to empower a diverse student population by providing high-quality instruction in information literacy and research skills. You will work collaboratively with full-time faculty to assess student needs, adhere to course guidelines, and deliver engaging library instruction sessions that foster academic success.
Your day-to-day involves serving as the primary faculty contact at the Reference Desk, assisting students, staff, and the public in locating information and mastering library technologies. Beyond direct patron support, you will contribute to the creation of research support materials and participate in collection maintenance activities. This position is integral to the Library Department's mission to support the college's core values of respect, inclusion, integrity, and innovation.
Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer committed to serving a student body diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age, and background. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who will enhance the diversity of our faculty. As part of the Academic Affairs division, the Library Department is dedicated to fostering an environment of cultural competence and emotional intelligence, ensuring that all patrons feel supported in their educational journey.
Interested candidates should review the terms and provisions of the Joliet Junior College adjunct faculty contract. Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential responsibilities. For details regarding benefits and the specific union representation (Adjunct Faculty-JUAC, IEA-NEA), please visit the official JJC benefits link for part-time adjunct faculty.
Work model: On-site
Renwick Road, Crest Hill, Will County, Illinois, 60403, United States
Crest Hill, Illinois
Reference and instruction experience at the collegiate level, experience at the community college level, experience with traditional and non-traditional students from diverse backgrounds, experience with using course management programs, experience in library instruction sessions and public presentations, experience with advanced search and reference database techniques, English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency, demonstrated multicultural competence.
Skills: Library Science, Ala, Ferpa, Ada, Spanish, Course Management Programs, Reference Database Techniques.
Education: Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited program required.
Joliet Junior College Alumni represents the global network of graduates from Joliet Junior College, an institution based in Joliet, Illinois, with over 120 years of experience in higher education and workforce training. The college has prepared nearly 70,000 alumni who now work across diverse sectors including healthcare, business, technology, agriculture, culinary arts, science, education, and fine arts. These graduates have pursued various educational paths, from earning associate degrees and vocational skills to transferring to four-year universities.
The organization focuses on maintaining connections between the institution and its former students. It provides a platform for alumni to stay informed about campus updates, community events, and opportunities to contribute to the college's ongoing mission. This engagement ensures that the legacy of the institution continues through the achievements of its graduates.
Members of this network also benefit from services managed by the Alumni Relations Office. These resources include access to an Alumni Benefits Card and other perks designed to support former students. The group serves as a bridge between the Joliet Junior College community and its worldwide alumni base, fostering continued involvement and mutual support.
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Experience
Mid Level
Education
Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited program required
Job Type
Part-Time
