Position Title:
PT Reference LibrarianCampus:
Library and Administration Building, S117Employment Type:
Management, StaffPart timeDepartment:
Learning ResourcesStart Date:
10/26/2026Job 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 $25.44 - $28.62 an hour.
For submitting a complete application, please include a resume and cover letter.
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.
- 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.
Skills Required
- Master's degree in Library Science or equivalent degree
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills to meet deadlines
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
- Strong multitasking and decision-making skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain cooperative professional relationships
- One year or more of library work experience
- Experience working in a community college
- Experience using automated library services
- Experience working as a teacher or tutor
What We Do
Illinois Central College is a comprehensive community college serving the post-secondary educational needs of residents in its district and supplementing area schools and four-year colleges. Established in 1966 in response to the Illinois Master Plan for Higher Education, it serves students across campuses in East Peoria, Peoria, and Pekin, Illinois, with academic, technical, agricultural, performing arts, library, workforce, and residential resources.
