Librarian

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Washington University of Science and Technology (WUST) is committed to providing a diverse student body with career-related education based on scholarly, innovative, and practical approaches to meet emerging global challenges.

With our student body expanding rapidly, we seek a dynamic Librarian to join our team. As a librarian, you are responsible for managing the acquisition, cataloging, and organization of library resources, providing reference and research assistance to students, faculty, and staff, and curating specialized collections to support academic programs. You will also maintain and update the library's digital systems and plan and promote library events and programs to enhance educational and community engagement.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Oversee the acquisition, cataloging, and systematic organization of all library resources, including print, digital, and multimedia materials, to ensure accessibility and relevance.
• Provide personalized reference and research support to students, faculty, and staff, empowering them to navigate databases, online tools, and scholarly resources with confidence.
• Administer and continuously update the library’s digital systems, including the online catalog, research databases, and integrated library software.
• Design, plan, and promote library programs, workshops, and events that foster academic engagement and strengthen campus community connections.
• Curate and maintain specialized collections that align with academic disciplines and evolving research priorities across the university.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in library science or a related field
• Proven experience in library management, preferably in an academic setting.
• Proficiency with digital library systems and databases.
• Strong research and reference skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Work Schedule:

• Part-time 20hrs/week
• University operates from 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday – Friday.

Work Location: In person

Compensation and Benefits:

• $25/hr - $30/hr based on years of experience
• 401K
• PTOs and Paid Sick Leaves
• Health Insurance Stipend
• Tuition Reimbursement

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Alexandria, VA 22314 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person