Information Literacy and Academic Program Liaison Librarian, Mount Ida College, Newton, MA
Posted February 25, 2015
Success happens here. Founded in 1899, Mount Ida College is a small, private college in Newton, Massachusetts, just minutes from Boston which provides career focused programs built upon a strong foundation in the social sciences, humanities and the arts, all developed and implemented to prepare our approximately 1,400 students for success in their chosen fields of endeavor.
With a tight-knit, inclusive community, a diverse student body, winning NCAA Division III sports teams, a beautiful and safe suburban campus, and a vibrant school spirit, Mount Ida is the place where students become the best version of themselves.
Mount Ida College is committed to building a culturally diverse faculty and staff and strongly encourages applications from individuals who would increase the richness of the College’s diversity. We are currently accepting applications for an Information Literacy and Academic Program Liaison Librarian.
The Information Literacy and Academic Program Liaison Librarian will work as a member of the Wadsworth Library team to provide information literacy instruction, collection development and reference services to students, faculty and staff at Mount Ida College. Specific responsibilities include:
- Designing, presenting and assessing information literacy instruction
- Facilitating communication with faculty regarding collection development and program needs
- Providing distance and on campus professional reference services to faculty, students, staff, and the general public
- Providing evening reference service one day a week and alternating weekends during the academic year
A Master’s degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science is required. Must have strong curriculum development and teaching skills; a working knowledge of library resources and reference services; excellent interpersonal skills; strong public service commitment; ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a collegial and diverse environment. Knowledge and experience with LibApps and Sierra (ILS/LSP) is preferred as well as familiarity with emerging technologies and leveraging social media for marketing and instructional purposes.
Mount Ida College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Application Instructions:
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information of three professional references to: [email protected].