What are the responsibilities and job description for the PT Reference Librarian position at Illinois Central College?
Position Title:
PT Reference LibrarianCampus:
Library and Administration Building, S117Employment Type:
Management, StaffPart timeDepartment:
Learning ResourcesStart Date:
07/15/2026Job Description:
Summary
The Research Services Librarian provides research and circulation services in a combined service desk environment, provides customized library instruction for courses, and supports the college curriculum through collection development efforts. The position will be located at Peoria Campus.
Compensation for the PT Reference Librarian is $23.99 - $27.58 an hour.
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Essential Functions
This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Research materials and information via in-person or online requests by students, faculty, staff and community patrons.
- Work with faculty to design library instruction for specialized courses; schedule and conduct orientation classes.
- Instruct patrons in the use of the library materials and computer systems.
- Participate in collection development and work with faculty to encourage their participation in the process.
- Assist users in obtaining materials via interlibrary and interlibrary loan.
- Assemble data for library reports.
- Provide circulation services as needed.
- Support Library events or programs in collaboration with other departmental staff.
- Participate in professional development opportunities within the college and statewide.
- Perform related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
- Master’s degree in Library Science or equivalent degree.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong multi-tasking skills and decision-making skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain cooperative and professional working relationships with others.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a library for a year or more.
- Experience working in a community college.
- Experience using automated library services.
- Experience working as a teacher or tutor.
EEOC Statement
Illinois Central College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, ancestry, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, order of protection status, use of VESSA rights, genetic information, military or veteran status (including discharge status), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit . The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear . The employee is regularly required to stand and walk . The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds . Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in indoor conditions and regularly works near video display . The employee may work evenings or on weekends . The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: N one .
Illinois Central College offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees, including:
paid time off;
11 paid holidays; 2 floating holidays
medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance;
tuition waivers for employee, spouse and dependent children;
on-site childcare center;
403(b) retirement plans; and
State University Retirement System pension plan.
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Salary : $24 - $28