Part- Time Evening Reference Librarian, Governor’s Academy, Byfield MA
Posted October 4, 2013
Part- Time Evening Reference Librarian Academic Year 2013-2014
Duties/Description: This position is responsible for overseeing the evening library program, for conducting the evening bibliographic instruction program, and for managing the evening staff. This position works with the Director to implement the library plan and to develop an exemplary program.The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. when school is in session.Some holiday evenings included.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities include:
Provide circulation and reference service, bibliographic instruction and reading guidance to all library users, including coverage for the Circulation desk as needed. Maintain appropriate atmosphere for study and research. Monitor the space and report on the conditions. Conduct the one-on-one bibliographic instruction with the American History thesis paper. Supervise and train evening library staff.
Assist students with inter-library loan services (ILL) and acquiring materials from outside sources. Contribute to 2.0 initiatives, including a blog, Flickr, Facebook, and book reviews in LibraryThing, and assess 2.0 tools for ways to deliver library services and initiatives
effectively. Contribute to online instruction courses and tutorials, including Moodle and LibGuides. Assist with selecting library materials and resources which support the curriculum, which foster an appreciation of reading, and which cater to the needs of developing adolescents in a boarding school environment. Assist in cataloging as needed.
Oversee the implementation of all library policies and procedures. Oversee and assist with processing of all library materials. Assist with the upkeep of the collection by weeding, repairing, and replacing materials. Research and create library displays which foster
intellectual curiosity, including monthly displays, current events displays, and Welcome board. Assist with annual inventory and statistics. Promote compliance with copyright laws.
Qualifications:
MLS or equivalent required
Relevant teaching experience
Experience in an automated library environment
Proficiency with online databases, digital resources and 2.0 resources
Ability to work successfully with adolescents
Send: Interested candidates should send a cover letter and a resume to Susan Chase, Director of Library Services/Director of Archives at [email protected]