Virtual Reference Library Jobs in Tucson, AZ (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $48,038.00 - $73,779.00 Annually
Location : Multiple Locations - Tucson, AZ
Job Type: Faculty
Job Number: 2026-FH-RV-00023
Department: Library Services Operations
Opening Date: 05/22/2026
Closing Date: 6/22/2026 5:00 PM Arizona
Grade: F1
We're thrilled you're considering a position with us. To help you prepare, please have the following information readily available before you begin your application: Resume/CV, Letter of Interest, and other applicable documents for the job. You will be completing information related to work history, educational background, and contact information.
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All employees are expected to live and work within the state of Arizona as a condition of employment. All selected candidates are subject to a successful completion of a background check.
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Position Summary
About the Library
The Pima Community College Library empowers our patrons to achieve their academic and life goals by providing research support, instruction, collections and spaces for intellectual exploration. We serve the College's diverse learning community through five campus libraries and an extensive online presence.
About the Position
Pima Community College Library is seeking a collaborative, innovative, and student-centered Educational Support Faculty Librarian. The successful candidate will focus on designing and delivering virtual research services, embedded online instruction, and digital learning content that supports social science programs and online learners in all disciplines. They will design and deliver workshops, tutorials or other learning modules that teach students to use AI tools efficiently while critically evaluating ethical risks.
Library Faculty work a flexible schedule of 169 days (9 months) over a nine-month period, July through June, and may include day, evening and weekend duties to meet student needs.
Duties & Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and accessible information literacy instruction aligned with the ACRL Framework, primarily tailored for online social sciences courses and programs.
• Serve as an embedded librarian in courses via D2L Brightspace LMS, offering research and instructional support.
• Provide reference and research consultations, primarily but not exclusively, through chat, video conferencing, and asynchronous modes.
• Develop and maintain online learning objects such as tutorials, guides, and videos to support independent student learning.
• Collaborate with faculty to integrate library resources and instruction into curriculum and course shells.
• Participate in the development and curation of digital collections, including open educational resources and other materials.
• Assess user needs and learning outcomes for online library services and instruction using UX principles and continuous quality improvement strategies.
• Promote library services and resources to online learners through outreach initiatives, social media, and college-wide collaborations.
• Contribute to strategic planning to ensure the library meets the evolving needs of distance and online students.
• Maintain professional expertise in librarianship, instructional technology, DEIA best practices, and distance learning trends.
• Serve on department and college-wide committees and participate in professional development activities.

Job Requirements/Qualifications

• Master's degree from an ALA-accredited program in library and information science.

The selected candidate will:

• Work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed to meet student needs.
• Support students in fully online, hybrid, and remote modalities.
• Work on site- not remote- a minimum of 60% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing library services to distance learners and/or social science programs.
• Experience with online instruction and instructional technologies.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in an academic library setting.
• Experience assessing online library instruction and services.
• Working knowledge of core AI concepts and familiarity with machine learning frameworks.
• Experience applying AI methods in research, data analysis, or instructional strategies
• Ability to develop and deliver AI literacy programming that empowers students to use generative tools critically, ethically, and effectively.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• A strong understanding of information literacy instruction and experience in delivering information literacy instruction online.
• Familiarity with social sciences research methods and information sources.
• Experience with instructional design and learning management systems, particularly for embedding library content and tools.
• Competency in developing inclusive learning environments for diverse online student populations.
• Proficiency in virtual reference services and creation of asynchronous instructional materials.
• Awareness of the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and accessibility guidelines such as ADA, Section 504/508, and WCAG.
• Strong collaboration, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Directions for Applying and Other Important Information
Degrees and courses qualifying for Pima Community College teaching certification must be from a regionally accredited college or university. Applicants currently in progress for a degree or additional coursework to meet the minimum qualifications must have the degree conferred and/or coursework completed by May 2026.
A degree from any college outside of the United States (even if the transcript is in English) may need to be evaluated by a foreign transcript evaluation service. Pima Community College requires that applicants use an evaluation agency that is a member of NACES or AACRAO's corporate partners.
Before ordering an evaluation, check with Faculty Qualifications & Hiring to confirm whether you will need to complete this step.
To submit an application you must include the documents that are listed within the application form as required. Documents listed as optional do not have to be attached in order to submit the application. Follow the directions in the application form to upload your documents. At minimum, these documents are required:

1. Resume. This should be up to date and account for and describe all gaps in employment.
2. Letter of interest or cover letter. This is a description of your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience related to the duties and responsibilities of the position, as well as the strengths you would bring to the assignment. The letter should not exceed two (2) pages.
3. Teaching Philosophy Statement: In one page or less, please share your experience working with student populations typically served by Pima Community College and indicate how that informs your teaching and librarianship practice and/or philosophy. Please attach this document as "other" when applying.
4. Unofficial copies of transcripts. These must be:
   1. for all post-secondary degrees you have listed in your application
   2. legible (front and back) and show the name of the regionally accredited institution, the degree conferred, and the page(s) explaining the institution's grading system
   3. attached to the application even if they have been submitted in the past

The selected candidate(s) must provide Faculty Qualifications & Hiring with official (unopened) transcripts and/or official (unopened) foreign transcript evaluation.
Selection Process:
The selection process typically consists of one or two advisory group interview(s), a teaching demonstration, and an administrative interview.
Candidates invited to the interview process will be chosen from those who most closely meet the stated requirements. Meeting these qualifications does not guarantee an interview.
If you have any questions regarding the application process or to request a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities, please contact faculty-hiring@pima.edu. Office hours are normally Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Minorities/Females/Disabled/Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.
If you require assistance, or a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities, please do not hesitate to contact Pima Community College Human Resources.
Human Resources Contact Information:

• Phone: (520) 206-4624
• TTY: (520) 206-4530
• Email: hr@pima.edu

Pima Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Comprehensive Benefits for a Meaningful Career
Pima Community College is proud to offer a robust benefits package that supports the health and well-being of our employees.
Full-time employees are eligible for a wide range of benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plans and deferred compensation options
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave

Temporary employees who work twenty (20) or more hours per week for more than nineteen (19) weeks in a fiscal year are required to participate in one of the following retirement plans: Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP).
To explore the full range of benefits and plan options, please visit our Benefits Page
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**You must be 18 years or older to apply for this position. Are you at least 18 years of age?

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**Did you graduate from high school or receive a GED Certificate?

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**This position does not provide sponsorship for an employment visa. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for an employment visa?

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**All employees are expected to live and work within the state of Arizona as a condition of employment. Do you currently reside in or plan to relocate to Arizona?

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***What is your highest post-high school degree awarded?

• No formal education after high school - work experience only
• Technical School Program completion - industry or other certificate, no degree
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree
• None of the above

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***Do you have a Master's degree (or higher) in the subject area or a Master's degree (or higher) with 18 graduate credit courses in the subject area?

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*** What was your Major/Concentration for your highest degree completed? (Please use exact wording from your transcript or diploma)
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***If you do not have a graduate degree in the subject area, please list the 18 graduate credit hours in the subject area. (N/A if not applicable)
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