Description: Dacus Library seeks an innovative and engaged reference librarian for a full-time, 12 month, tenure track, faculty position to provide reference services in a rapidly changing academic environment. Reporting to the Head of Public Services, the Reference Services Librarian will develop and maintain the library’s reference collection, provide research assistance at the Information Commons desk including night and weekend shifts, participate in reference chat service, prepare the reference desk schedule, create informational and instructional materials, and teach in the Information Literacy Program.
Major Duties:
- Develops and maintains the library’s reference collection.
- Explores and recommends best practices and new technologies that enhance reference services.
- Works the majority of shifts at the Information Commons reference desk.
- Provides reference services one-on-one through the Book a Librarian service, and electronically via chat and email.
- Prepares the reference desk schedule and resolves emergency scheduling changes.
- Instructs users in finding and evaluating print and electronic resources.
- Resolves issues that arise at the reference desk and on the main floor.
- Troubleshoots issues related to patron off-campus access to electronic resources.
- Collaborates with colleagues to create online tutorials, guides, videos, and other instructional materials.
- Teaches library instruction sessions in a variety of disciplines.
- Participates in collection development.
- Serves on library and campus-wide committees.
- Compiles reports as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: ALA accredited Master's Degree in Library or Information Services and preferably one or more years of library reference and instruction experience.
Desired Qualifications: Experience providing reference service in an academic setting. Experience in development and maintenance of reference resources. Experience teaching library instruction, preferably at the college level. Strong experience with research databases and other research resources. Experience creating work schedules. Experience creating online tutorials and instructional materials. Evidence of strong and effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrated enthusiasm for providing library services and supporting student success.
Required materials:
- Cover letter with evidence of responsibilities and qualifications;
- Curriculum vitae;
- Names, titles, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least three professional references;
- All graduate degree transcripts (unofficial transcripts acceptable at this stage). All materials should be submitted electronically using the following link: https://apply.interfolio.com/59383 Review of applications will begin on April 1st and will continue until a finalist has been found.
