Public Services Librarian, University of Hartford, West Hartford CT
Posted September 29, 2013
Position:
Public Services Librarian
Department:
Allen Library (part of the University Libraries) – http://library.hartford.edu/
Institution:
University of Hartford – http://www.hartford.edu/
Location:
West Hartford, Connecticut
Position Summary:
Provides formal and informal bibliographic instruction to students, faculty and staff. Supervises circulation, reserves, stack maintenance and equipment operations in the music/dance library. Assists library patrons in their research using print, online and audiovisual resources in music and dance. Recommends public service policies for the Allen Library to Head of Allen Library and Mortensen Library’s Head of Reference and Public Services. This regular full-time exempt position may work evenings and/or rotate weekends.
Key Responsibilities:
Assists students and other library patrons in making the best use of print, electronic, and audiovisual music, dance, and other performing arts resources in a wide array of languages and formats and responds to questions. Recruits, trains, and evaluates staff who provide reference and information service to library patrons.*
Helps devise and implement public service policies, procedures, new services, and marketing strategies in consultation or collaboration with the Head of Allen Library and the Mortensen Library’s Head of Reference and Public Services. Assists the Head of the Allen Library in identifying priorities, goals, strategies, and direction of Allen Library. *
Plans and presents instructional classes on information resources to students, faculty and staff. Administers the HLM 020 online information literacy course. Maintains print manuals and online information. *
Supervises the Allen Library circulation department, including circulation services, course reserves, stack maintenance, and equipment. Supervises one full-time assistant plus student employees. Monitors the student employee budget in an effort to ensure prudent fiscal management.*
Updates and maintains the Allen Library web pages in conjunction with the University Libraries Web Applications Developer and Technology Specialist to enhance usability, promote library offerings, and ensure maintenance is in compliance with University standards and University Libraries policies. Helps develop, enhance, and/or test information search tools. *
Provides recommendations for title development of the print and online reference collection and assists in the overall maintenance of the collection.
Maintains awareness of trends and advances in the field through attendance at relevant meetings or seminars as well as through regular examination of literature in the field. Participates in relevant professional organizations. Serves on internal and external committees as appropriate.
Maintains statistics and develops accurate reports for the Head of the Allen Library.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
* Indicates an “essential” job function.
Formal Education:
Bachelor’s Degree required with a major in music and Master’s Degree of Library Science from an A.L.A. accredited institution required (or recognized equivalents).
Work Experience:
1 year to < 2 years.
Knowledge & Skills:
Professional Skills: Requires knowledge of theories and practices of a professional field. This level of skill is typically reserved for an individual with a four-year degree, or a high-level vocational skill demonstrated by a number of years of on-the-position experience (i.e. management). Writes reports using technical data requiring considerable interpretation, developing new methods and procedures. Frequently applies knowledge to practical issues and problems.
See the complete job description at http://www.hartford.edu/
Working Conditions:
Normal office situation.
Physical Efforts:
Typically sitting at a desk or table.
Requires good hearing.
Using equipment requiring high dexterity.
Intermittently sitting, standing, stooping.
Moderate lifting or carrying 26-50 lbs.
Special Skills:
* The ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
Pay Grade:
G — See salary ranges athttp://www.hartford.edu/hrd/
See benefits overview at http://www.hartford.edu/
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Application Procedures:
There is no deadline for applications and the position will remain open until filled.
Electronic resumes are highly encouraged. All resumes are acknowledged.
If you are applying by email, please send one complete set of the following: resume, cover letter (including position of interest and salary requirements), and professional references to [email protected].
If you are applying by either fax or by mail, please send two complete sets of the following: resume, cover letter (including position of interest and salary requirements), and professional references to:
University of Hartford
Attn: Human Resources Development
200 Bloomfield Ave.
West Hartford, CT 06117-1599
Fax: 860.768.4732