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Oakland Community College

Adjunct Librarian

MI · On-site

$39.84/hr

Adjunct Job Number: 202300076 Division: Library Opening Date: 02/28/2025 Closing Date: Continuous ... Typical Duties Primary responsibility will be to provide library reference service and teach ...

Olympic College

Library Adjunct Faculty

Bremerton, WA · On-site

$526.08 - $556.17/mo

Continuous Description Library Adjunct Faculty Salary: $1,275 - $1,348* Per Credit Hour ... Experience providing reference services * Experience teaching information literacy * Demonstrated ...

Union County College

Librarian

Cranford, NJ · On-site

$32/hr

... Adjunct Part Time Exempt or Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Regular,Temporary, or Grant Regular General ... The Part-time Librarian provides essential reference and research assistance and helps students use ...

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How much do adjunct reference librarian jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for adjunct reference librarian in the United States is $67,707.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,000.00 and $84,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Adjunct Reference Librarian, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Adjunct Reference Librarian, you need a master's degree in library science (MLS/MLIS) and strong research, information literacy, and reference service skills. Familiarity with online databases, integrated library systems (ILS), and citation management tools is typically required. Excellent communication, customer service, and instructional abilities set candidates apart in this role. These skills and qualities ensure efficient information access, effective user support, and positive learning experiences for library patrons.

How does an Adjunct Reference Librarian typically collaborate with full-time staff and faculty to support student research needs?

As an Adjunct Reference Librarian, you will frequently work alongside full-time librarians and faculty to provide research assistance, develop instructional materials, and support information literacy initiatives. Collaboration often involves participating in reference desk shifts, co-teaching library workshops, and contributing to collection development based on course needs. Open communication and teamwork are key, as adjuncts are integrated into ongoing projects and are expected to adapt to the library's evolving priorities. This role offers valuable experience in academic librarianship and opportunities to build professional relationships within the institution.

What are Adjunct Reference Librarians?

Adjunct Reference Librarians are part-time or temporary library professionals who assist patrons with research, answer reference questions, and support library services, often in academic or public library settings. They typically hold a master's degree in library science and work flexible hours based on the institution’s needs. Their duties may include teaching library instruction sessions, helping users find resources, and contributing to collection development, but they generally do not have the same range of responsibilities or job security as full-time librarians.

What is the difference between Adjunct Reference Librarian vs Part-Time Reference Librarian?

AspectAdjunct Reference LibrarianPart-Time Reference Librarian
CredentialsMaster's degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS)Master's degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS)
Work EnvironmentAcademic libraries, often in colleges or universitiesPublic, academic, or special libraries, often in community settings
Employment StatusContract or temporary, often semester-basedPart-time, with flexible hours
Job ResponsibilitiesProviding reference services, assisting users, supporting library programsSimilar reference duties, often with less administrative responsibility

Both roles typically require a Master's in Library Science and involve providing reference services. The main difference lies in employment status and work setting, with adjunct reference librarians often working in academic environments on a contractual basis, while part-time reference librarians may work across various library types with flexible hours.

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Librarian - Adjunct Faculty

Librarian - Adjunct Faculty

Community College of Baltimore County

Catonsville, MD • On-site

$31.98/hr

Part-time

Retirement

Posted 29 days ago

Community College Of Baltimore County rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

29th of 529 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Salary: $31.98 Hourly
Location : Dundalk, MD
Job Type: Adjunct Faculty
Job Number: 2026a-64
Division: Instruction
Department: Library Services
Opening Date: 11/01/2025
Closing Date: 10/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Description
CCBC is the college of choice for over 50,000 students and 200 businesses each year - all with unique goals, strengths and requirements. By offering a holistic learning environment that is both accepting and challenging, we meet students where they are and take them where they want to go. We offer the region's most expansive selection of degree, certificate and workplace certification programs at 3 campuses plus 3 convenient CCBC centers along with off-site community locations.
Provide reference service to students, faculty, staff, and the community. Provide library instruction to individuals and classes; and participate in collection development and collection maintenance efforts.
Location: Dundalk Campus
Minimum Requirements
M.L.S. or equivalent degree from an accredited ALA institution
Experience locating information using online research databases and other credible information sources.
Class Specific Essential Duties
1. Staff reference desk, including opening, evening and Saturday hours
2. Conduct reference interviews to determine information needs
3. Choose sources appropriate to questions asked, assignment objectives and user's level of expertise
4. Effectively use and teach a variety of sources including print materials, online catalog, subscription databases, internet and Microsoft Office applications
5. Maintain an open, friendly and professional attitude when handling multiple reference and information requests
6. Collaborate with classroom faculty to plan library instruction sessions
7. Teach principles of information literacy in library instruction sessions
8. Instruct classes in the use of library resources
9. Develop online and print teaching aids and handouts
10. Participate in collection maintenance projects
CCBC Part Time Benefits At A Glance
BENEFIT SUMMARY
Supplemental (Retirement Annuities) 403(b) and 457(b)
  • Tax-sheltered annuities - 403(b). Payroll salary reduction authorization is needed. The form is available on SharePoint Forms/Human Resources Forms.
    The 403(b) supplemental retirement plan is available to all CCBC employees (Adjunct Faculty, Part Time Associates and Full Time employees).
  • Roth 403(b) is a savings feature that is available when you open a 403(b) account. The Roth 403(b) savings feature allows employees to contribute after-tax dollars and then withdraw tax-free dollars from their account upon retirement. The Roth 403(b) savings feature is only offered by the following vendors: TIAA-CREF and VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. Adjunct Faculty, Part Time Associates and Full Time employees are eligible to save for retirement using the Roth 403(b) savings feature. Employees may contribute traditional pre-tax 403(b) dollars and Roth 403(b) post-tax dollars simultaneously. The savings limits are combined for the Traditional 403(b) and the Roth 403(b) contributions.
  • Deferred Compensation Plan - 457(b) offered through VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. The 457(b) salary reduction authorization form is needed. The form is available on SharePoint Forms/Human Resources Forms.
Parking
Free. Must obtain a parking permit from the Department of Public Safety to use on all campuses.
Sick and Safe Leave
CCBC is pleased to offer paid sick and safe leave for part-time employees. Paid sick and safe leave is earned by all part-time employees including credit and non-credit adjunct faculty, part-time associates and other part-time employees.

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