Job Description

The Librarian, Research and Instruction, Business provides reference and instruction services on a broad range of subject areas to Stevenson University students, faculty and staff either in-person or virtually. This Librarian serves the academic programs in the School of Business and Leadership and other academic departments as assigned. Responsibilities also include managing the library located in the School of Business and Leadership building. This position has faculty status and voting rights in the faculty governance structure.

Department: Library

Education/Experience:
Masters of Library Science (MLS) or Masters of Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA accredited program plus one year of experience, preferably in a public services department of an academic library or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Ability:

• Knowledge of research and reference materials in multiple disciplines including those commonly used for business and information technology research.
• Knowledge of information literacy principles and an ability to create learning experiences that advance student understanding of these principles.
• Ability to use discovery tools, library databases and the web to provide high-quality reference services.
• Exceptional problem-solving, researching, and instructional skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work well independently and with others in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and cultural competency skills and demonstrated ability to communicate professionally with diverse constituencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equity, modeling inclusive behavior, and promoting a culture of belonging.
• Sound professional judgment, flexibility, willingness to learn and implement new technologies and ways of doing things, and the highest standards of professional ethics.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Word
• Self-motivated, flexible, and possessing a strong work ethic.
• Commitment to integrity, excellence, learning, and community.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Ability to travel between campuses.

Physical Requirements:
Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Sitting, standing, walking, talking, hearing, keyboarding, and repetitive motions. Close visual acuity. Position requires sitting and standing for extended periods of time and the ability to speak clearly and effectively for an extended period of time. Requires physical abilities consistent with a busy office environment on a university campus. Daily work with computers, monitors, copy machines and other office equipment.

Essential Functions:

• Provide general and virtual information, research, and reference services. Respond to requests for information and research assistance from Stevenson University students, faculty and staff through a variety of communication modalities (e.g. in person, phone, e-mail, chat, text).
• Plan, teach, and assess information literacy instruction in collaboration with faculty.
• Serve as liaison to the School of Business and Leadership and one or more other academic departments or schools.
• Locate and create digital content to support academic instruction.
• Plan, develop, and provide online and in-person instruction and reference services.
• Develop course-related online tutorials and guides.
• Answer library user questions and provide basic technical support in the Library such as logging into wireless, printing problems, photocopy help, etc.
• Perform circulation services, as needed, including: assisting library users in person & via telephone, and keeping statistics.
• Explain library policies and procedures.
• Work on reference desk and cover chat and AskUs services on a rotating basis.
• Assist Library Director with strategic planning for the future growth and development of library services at all Stevenson University campuses.
• Contribute to professional activities within the academic library community.

*Please mention you saw this ad on AcademicJobs.*

Apply Now