Adjunct Librarian

About ECC :

Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person-students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors-feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college's mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.

Work Schedule :

Tuesday - Friday 11 : 45am - 5 : 00pm.

Rate of Pay :

This is a Part-Time Adjunct Faculty position with the following pay rate per hour :

Less than MA : $46.64 MA or Above : $48.42

The offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College's compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable.

Benefits :

• Retirement Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b)
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Development / Expense
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

FLSA Status : Exempt

Grant Funded : No

Job Summary :

Adjunct librarians provide reference service to library patrons, bibliographic instruction to individuals and classes, help maintain the library databases including the catalog, support interlibrary loan, circulation and periodical services with assistance as needed to help ensure student's academic success as well as provide them with lifelong information-finding skills.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

Masters of Library Science required from an ALA-accredited institution

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

2 yrs experience - teaching & reference service

Essential Duties :

Reference Service to Library Patrons

1. Conduct reference interview to determine patron's information needs

2. Assist patron in research with appropriate tools and materials

Provide Library Information Literacy Instruction to Classes

1. Coordinate and plan library information literacy instruction with faculty

2. Provide library information literacy instruction to students

Develop Library Publicity

1. Develop information materials

2. Create library exhibits

3. Create bibliographies of library methods

Assist with Collection Maintenance

1. Assist in the development and revision of library policies and procedures

2. Assist in the development and revision of library mission statement and goals

3. Help compile date for internal and external reports

4. Participate in hiring of library staff

5. Help coordinate library services with other College areas

Participate in Professional Development

1. Keep current on research and technologies in assigned specialties

2. Participate in professional growth activities

3. Participate in professional organizations

Other Duties :

Other duties as assigned that pertain to the job description

Physical Demands :

Sedentary (up to 10 lbs occasionally, sitting most of the time)

Visual Acuity :

Close visual acuity (e.g. computer, assembly)

Work Environment : Moderate noise

Environmental Conditions :

Typical office or administrative

Current SSECCA Union Member Information :

The initial posting date for this position is 08 / 28 / 2025. Elgin Community College Support Staff of Elgin Community College Association (SSECCA) members that apply by 08 / 05 / 2025 and meet the posted minimum qualifications will receive full consideration.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement :

Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex / gender / gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.

In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College's EEO / AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.