Part Time Librarian – Technical Assistant Position Available In Niagara, New York

Part Time Librarian – Technical Assistant 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars 3111 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn, NY 14132 Position Information Position Category Part Time Staff Position Status 10 Month FLSA Non-Exempt Advertised Salary $24.04 per hour Department Library Learning Center Working Hours Monday – Saturday Days & Times varies up to 28 hours per week General Description SUNY Niagara is seeking to fill part-time Librarian -Technical Assistant position. This position will work both in our Henrietta G. Lewis Library on the Sanborn campus and/or in our satellite library on the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute campus during day and evening shifts. This position will report to the Public Services Librarian and will be responsible for performing professional librarian duties, supporting the students, faculty, and staff of SUNY Niagara. The primary responsibility is staffing a service desk to offer reference and research help through a variety of modalities. Recent Information and Library Science graduates are encouraged to apply. Typical Work Activities Provide academic reference service in-person, by phone, email, and online chat Create and update instructional materials, including LibGuides Create displays and other promotional materials related to library services Use Ex-Libris Alma library services platform to assist with library projects Perform collection development duties as assigned Perform library instruction in-person and online Assist in composing library reports and other documents as assigned Other duties as assigned by the Library Director Essential Functions Must be able to operate computers; ability to navigate relationships with diverse populations; must be able to relate and be sensitive to the diverse needs of the community college student population; must have excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with library patrons in-person and online; must be able to learn new skills in a changing environment; must be able to prepare written reports and presentations using technology; must be able to physically perform the functions of the position; must be able to work a flexible schedule. Required Qualifications ALA-accredited master’s degree in Library Science and/or Information Science Desirable Qualifications Experience in an academic library Experience teaching License(s)/Certifications About SUNY Niagara SUNY Niagara is a thriving educational institution located between the picturesque landscapes of Niagara Falls and the vibrant city of Buffalo, NY. Our college serves a diverse student population and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With a commitment to academic excellence and student success, SUNY Niagara offers a supportive and collaborative environment for both faculty and staff. SUNY Niagara is an accredited institution of higher education that offers high-quality academic programs leading to degrees and certificates that are supported by outstanding student services. The top 4 majors of our students are Liberal Arts and Sciences, Nursing, Psychology, and Criminal Justice. In 2023, SUNY Niagara ranked #1 in graduation rate among community colleges in New York State! SUNY Niagara provides a variety of cultural, athletic, social, and international experiences, as well as community education, small business, and workforce development that supports economic development that positively impacts the quality of life of valued stakeholders. The college operates through a collegial model of shared governance and transparency and is accountable for meeting the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. SUNY Niagara has two locations in western New York consisting of 287 acres and 11 buildings. The Sanborn, campus is minutes from Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and the Canadian border and is centrally located between the county’s three main cities of Lockport, Niagara Falls, and North Tonawanda. The Sanborn campus offers a traditional college experience with world-class academics, knowledgeable faculty members, state-of-the-art classrooms, NJCAA athletics, and on-campus housing. We continue to invest in our facilities with the addition of the Learning Commons Center, which has become the nucleus of the campus; a place for faculty to collaborate and help students develop critical thinking skills while incorporating state-of-the-art technology and innovative student support services. We also modernized our campus dining commons, providing quality meal options in a sleek, comfortable, collaborative environment. The Niagara Falls Culinary Institute (NFCI) is located in the heart of one of the world’s biggest tourist destinations, Niagara Falls. Fully outfitted with modern labs and tools for students to use as they train in both classic and trendy techniques, NFCI is home to Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts, and Hospitality programs. The college also operates Savor, a fine dining restaurant, and La Patisserie, a European-style pastry café, at NFCI. Our college nurtures and empowers its students and employees in ways that recognize and value our common humanity as well as the richness of our diversity. SUNY Niagara welcomes applicants who want to join a leading regional institution that provides a dynamic, educational environment, responds to students’ current and emerging needs, and strengthens its community. At SUNY Niagara we embrace diversity and promote inclusion throughout the institution by recognizing, accepting, and celebrating differences within our campus and surrounding communities. Therefore, we desire and pursue candidates who share those principles and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. EEO Statement SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Posting Detail Information Posting Number S341P Open Date 06/12/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary SUNY Niagara considers only those applications that clearly demonstrate the applicant meets all required qualifications as indicated on the posting, please review the qualifications before applying. Persons meeting the required qualifications as stated above should submit the following: cover letter that addresses each of the qualifications resume unofficial transcripts names and contact information for three (3) current, work related references Incomplete packets will be rejected for lack of information.