Communication, Media and Film Librarian, Boston University, Mugar Library, Boston MA
Posted August 23, 2016
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Job Description
Lead library staff in providing film, video, and new media collections and services across all academic departments and schools at Boston University. Serve as primary liaison to the College of Communication (including the departments of Film & Television; Journalism; Mass Communication, Advertising & Public Relations; and Emerging Media Studies) and the School of Hospitality Administration. Provide library instruction, research, and consultative services for faculty and students in the discovery, evaluation, and organization of scholarly resources as both specialist and generalist collaborating in a team environment. Work with appropriate campus units to integrate library media collections into academic curriculum. Develop and maintain web-based materials to support and maintain these services. Manage library collections for Communication and Hospitality Administration.
Required Skills
Masters degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited institution or equivalent. A degree in or one year of experience in one or more of these disciplines: Advertising and Public Relations, Communication Studies, Journalism, and Film & Television, or Emerging Media. Experience working with media collections, including streaming media, preferably in a library setting. Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse populations of faculty, staff and students. Demonstrated expertise using web technologies for accessing and creating resources. Successful candidate will be hired as Librarian I or II based upon experience.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular