Librarian

Job Description:              

Half time Librarian at Cameron University's Eugene D. McMahon Library.

Responsibilities of the position would include but would not be limited to the following:

•         Provide reference services and research assistance to library patrons, both in person and electronically,

•         Teach information literacy and use of online library resources both face-to-face and online (synchronous and asynchronous),

•         Participate in regular assessment of library services through measures such as compiling data regarding available resources and resource usage; distributing a biannual satisfaction survey; and working with students, faculty and staff to determine resource needs,

•         Work with vendors and Cameron University’s Information Technology Services to troubleshoot technical issues,

•         Prepare and submit library data for external reports including IPEDS, ACRL, and academic program reviews,

•         Develop and implement a strategic vision for the university library's collections that aligns with the academic and research goals of the institution,

•         Evaluate and select resources, both physical and digital, to build a comprehensive and relevant collection,

·         Assist in the Library’s technical services, including acquisitions, cataloging, classification using Library of Congress Classification System, deselection, donation processing, inventory, communications, analytics, and reporting,

·         Collaborate with Library staff and other campus constituents in creating and adapting library policies and procedures,

•         Some evening and weekend hours as needed, and

•         Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

•         Masters of Library Science from an ALA accredited program,

•         Commitment to student success,

•         Good organizational skills,

•         Library work experience,

•         Commitment to creating and providing user-centered library services,

•         Teaching proficiency,

•         Working knowledge of library procedures and the utilization of related equipment, and

•         Aptitude for searching databases and other online resources.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

•         Three years full-time experience in a library environment,

•         Knowledge of library systems software, electronic access to data, and web-based services,

•         Experience working with library vendors,

•         Academic library work experience, and

•         Proven effective management skills, including communication, planning, organizing and supervising.

APPLYING:  Attachments should include a cover letter indicating experience applicable to position, resume, transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at this point), names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.

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