Digital & Public Services Librarian

Bethune-Cookman University•Daytona Beach, FL

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Digital & Public Services Librarian is a part-time position that combines technical digital expertise with visible public service. The role supports the library's digital systems and electronic resources by contributing to public services, such as reference and research assistance, information literacy instruction, departmental liaison activities, and campus outreach.

Requirements

Knowledge of library systems, electronic resources, and access technologies.
Strong Excel/spreadsheet skills for reporting and data analysis.
Ability to provide high-quality reference support and information literacy instruction.
Excellent communication skills and strong customer service orientation.
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited program required.
Experience with library systems, electronic resources, reference services, and instruction in an academic or comparable setting.

Nice To Haves

Academic library experience; experience with OCLC WMS or similar ILS.
Experience administering LibGuides or equivalent; background in data reporting or assessment.
Demonstrated instruction experience at the post-secondary level; subject liaison background.
Experience with web content management, outreach communications, or institutional social media platforms.

Responsibilities

Manage the ILS (e.g., OCLC WorldShare WMS), electronic resources, and access systems; troubleshoot e-resource issues with vendors and CIT.
Administer LibGuides (structure, permissions, content quality) and coordinate library web updates with the University webmaster.
Generate and analyze reports for assessment, accreditation, and planning; support digital initiatives with library and campus partners.
Maintain the library's official social media accounts with University Communications to promote resources, services, events, and initiatives.
Provide reference and research assistance to library users.
Design and deliver information literacy instruction across disciplines; collaborate with faculty to embed research skills into the curriculum.
Create and maintain instructional materials and research guides; assess and improve session effectiveness.
Serve as library liaison to assigned departments or colleges; support collection development and keep departments informed ofrelevant resources and services.
Develop and support outreach activities and campaigns; contribute to library events and promotions, including approved social media communications.
Provide scheduled circulation desk coverage; assist with course reserves, access policies, stacks maintenance, and support a welcoming service environment.
Participate in collection maintenance activities, including shifting, weeding, and basic materials handling.