Information Literacy Librarian Tutor (Part-Time), Bay Path University, Longmeadow, MA

Posted July 5, 2016

The Information Literacy Librarian Central MA Campus (CMC) Tutor provides instruction on the use of the library and its resources to students, faculty and staff; assists and tutors students in research approaches; serves as library-services liaison between Hatch Library and CMC.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Teach information literacy skills to library users at all levels of the curriculum, primarily students in our One-Day-a-Week undergraduate program and several graduate programs.
• Provide traditional and electronic reference services to students, faculty and staff of the University.
• Assist and tutor students throughout the research process, including use of print and electronic resources, source evaluation, and other aspects of research and writing.
• Serve as library-services liaison between Hatch Library and the CMC.
• Provide discipline-specific support to students in the Legal Program at the CMC.
• Consult with faculty to determine information-literacy needs in relation to the curriculum.
• Develop strategies to make students and faculty aware of library services.
• Assist in routine library duties including circulation and collection maintenance.
• Attend trainings as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• MLS from an ALA-accredited program.
• Reference and instruction service experience in academic library.
• Demonstrated progressively increasing administrative responsibility.
• Familiarity with electronic information services and resources.
• High level of competence and comfort with technology, including online courses and programs, campus learning management systems, and social media.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and assignments with high quality and minimal errors.
• Must have demonstrated service orientated attitude.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and students.
• Ability to perform work independently and maintain confidentiality.
• Willingness to work flexible and extended schedule including weekends and evenings when necessary.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Should be committed to a culture of diversity and respect.
• General knowledge of the University’s mission, purpose and goals and the role of an Information Literacy Librarian CMC Tutor in achieving those goals.

Applicants for this position should submit a cover letter outlining salary requirements, resume, and contact information for four professional references. All applications should be sent electronically in MS Word format to [email protected].