Virtual Reference Library Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $526.08 - $556.17 Monthly
Location : Bremerton, WA
Job Type: Adjunct Faculty
Job Number: 25-26-A4
Department: Haselwood Library
Opening Date: 05/05/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
Library Adjunct Faculty
Salary: $1,275 - $1,348* Per Credit Hour
Classification: Adjunct Faculty
Department: Haselwood Library
Reports to: Dean of Libraries, Tutoring, and College Success
Olympic College Libraries is recruiting for adjunct faculty to work closely with discipline faculty, other library faculty, and staff to ensure that reference, instructional, and collection development activities are coordinated and focused on student learning outcomes. Library adjunct faculty work collaboratively and are responsible for teaching information skills to students, promoting information literacy instruction, and creating relevant library collections and services for the college community.
Position will report to the Dean of Libraries, Tutoring, and College Success. Hours vary depending on department need. Schedule will be in-person and will include some evening and/or weekend hours.
Essential Functions

• Provide research assistance and individual instruction in the use of the library's services and resources via multiple modes, including in-person, telephone, e-mail, and virtual chat.
• Develop and teach general and discipline specific orientations and workshops both face-to-face and online.
• Work with teaching faculty to integrate information literacy into curriculum and programs.
• Develop library research and subject guides and other instructional materials.
• In consultation with teaching faculty, develop, maintain, and promote the library's collections in a variety of formats to support the curriculum.
• Participate in discipline and/or subject and/or division planning.

Qualifications
Minimum qualifications

• Master's degree in Library Science (MLS, MSLS, MLIS) from a graduate program accredited by the American Library Association (ALA) or equivalent.
• Experience providing reference services
• Experience teaching information literacy
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a community college setting.
• Demonstrated ability in using and understanding technology including online library systems (ALMA, Primo, etc.) and bibliographic or full-text databases (ProQuest, EBSCOhost, etc.)
• Experience developing and maintaining library collections

Additional Information
Terms of Employment
Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.
Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within30 days of their employment.
Final salary contract will be determined based on educational qualifications and applicable credits.
This is an adjunct faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis. Placement on the faculty salary schedule will be commensurate with educational background and experience. The salary listed is a range based on per quarter. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes, instruction at satellite Olympic College campuses, and off-campus assignments including travel to clinical sites may be a part of the instructional load.
Adjunct positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for a period of 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Applying does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered.
Adjuncts are not eligible for benefits upon their initial hire, Adjunct faculty must work 50 percent of a full-time load for two consecutive quarters to become eligible. Additional hours earned at other SBCTC colleges may count towards this requirement. The list of benefits that may be available after is as follows.
Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, sick leave, Aflac, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration on-site childcare on a space available.
For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website
Conditions of Employment

• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327.
• The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

How To Apply
To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:

• Olympic College Online Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.
• Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.

EEO Statement
Olympic College values equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment include but not limited to unwelcome sexual conduct. Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Erin Pohl, Title VII and Title IX, building 5, room 528A, 360-475-7303. Olympic College is a smoke-free/drug-free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.
Olympic College
Human Resources
1600 Chester Ave Bldg. 5 - 5th Floor
Bremerton, WA 98337
https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/olympic
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Do you have a Master's Degree in Library Sciences (MLS, MSLS, MLIS) from a graduate program accredited by the American Library Association (ALA) or equivalent accreditation?

• Yes
• No

02
Please select what best describes your level of experience in providing reference services.

• None
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

03
Do you have experience teaching information literacy in higher education?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you possess the ability to work collaboratively?

• Yes
• No

Required Question