Electronic Resources Librarian (part-time), Roger Williams University, Bristol, RI
Posted January 6, 2015
About Roger Williams University:
Roger Williams University, located in Bristol, R.I., is a leading independent, coeducational university with programs in the liberal arts and the professions, where students become community- and globally-minded citizens through project-based, experiential learning. Offering 43 majors and a plethora of co-curricular activities as well as study abroad options, RWU is dedicated to the success of students, commitment to a set of core values, the pursuit of affordable excellence, and to providing a relevant, world-class education above all else. In the last decade, the University has achieved unprecedented successes including recognition as one of the best colleges in the nation by Forbes, a College of Distinction by Student Horizons, Inc. and as both a best college in the Northeast and one of the nation’s greenest universities by The Princeton Review.
Roger Williams University is committed to creating and supporting an intellectual community devoted to teaching and learning and providing the opportunity for personal and intellectual growth for students, faculty and staff. The University credits much of that growth and success to the hard work and dedication of its employees.
Job Description:
Reporting to the Dean of University Libraries, the Electronic Resources Librarian is responsible for providing oversight of electronic resources in consultation with the Research Services and User Engagement Librarian. As a liaison librarian, the incumbent will provide a full range of information services in assigned academic areas, including reference/research services, library instruction, creation of course guides and associated duties in support of the Library.
This is a Part-time temporary assignment from January 2015 – May 2015.
Essential Functions include but are not limited to:
1. Electronic Resources: Oversee the electronic resources department and associated workflow.
2. Information Services: Provide research consultations for in-person and distance learning students, faculty, staff, and members of the local community.
- Instruct faculty and students in the use of and access to print and electronic resources;
- Collaborate with librarians as well as other library departments in order to provide the highest quality patron services within the physical and virtual Learning Commons;
- Promote library services to distance and online students.
3. Instructional Services: Communicate with faculty about their instructional needs, prepare handouts, web course guides/tutorials, and other instructional materials; teach classes and evaluate effectiveness of instruction.
4. Supervision: Oversee the daily work of the Electronic Resources Associate. Communicate with the Associate Dean regarding performance.
Additional Functions:
Work with the Electronic Resources Associate to market and promote the Library’s electronic resources. Serve as a member of the Learning Commons Marketing Committee. Keep abreast of recent developments in information services and look for opportunities to develop and offer new services and resources to users. Attend librarians/professional staff meetings. Participate in library events, assessment activities and/or exhibits. Respect and maintain confidentiality, parameters of operation, professional protocols, and individual privacy. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or his/her designee.
Requirements:
Master’s degree in Library and/or Information Science from an ALA accredited program. Experience instructing students in a formal library instruction program. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Requires tact and a strong service attitude to work with students, faculty, and staff in a service environment. Must have thorough knowledge of print and electronic information resources appropriate to the curriculum.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated computing skills and efficiency utilizing complex computing applications on the systems and programs of the University’s choice; currently, by way of example, Microsoft Office Suite, Internet search engines and Innovative Interfaces library system. Expertise in the use of library online databases and Web applications.
At the University’s discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the University, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.
Additional Information:
Roger Williams University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusive excellence and encourages applications from underrepresented populations.
Application Instructions:
Please apply online at http://rwu.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=56030 and attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references.