Research and Instruction Services Librarian (Part-Time), Bay Path University, MA

Posted January 27, 2023

Description:

The Research and Instruction Librarian provides research and information literacy instruction services to students, faculty, and staff of the University.

Essential Duties:

Provide traditional and electronic reference desk service, including the use of print and electronic resources, to students, faculty, and staff of the University.
Design and teach information literacy and library instruction classes to students, faculty, and staff.
Perform collection development duties, such as recommending appropriate print and electronic resources
Design and prepare documentation to assist library users in identifying,
locating, evaluating, and using all types and formats of information resources.
Develop instructional materials, such as web-based LibGuides and online tutorials.
Collaborate with faculty to carry out and assess the University’s information literacy program and integrate library resources and services with instruction.
Outreach designed to increase campus-wide awareness and use of library resources and services.
Maintain currency in library research and instruction issues and skills by reading professional literature, participating in professional organizations, and attending meetings relevant to academic librarianship.
Assist in routine library duties, including circulation and collection maintenance.
Attend trainings as required.
Attend and participate in required meetings.
Conduct special research projects as needed.
Complete any other assignments as directed by the University.

Requirements:

MLS or significant progress toward an MLS from an ALA accredited institution is required.
Research and information literacy instruction experience in an academic or public library
Experience in digital content creation
Some supervisory experience.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to handle multiple projects and assignments with high quality and minimal errors.
Demonstrated service-oriented attitude
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and students.
Ability to perform work independently and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to adhere to University policies and procedures.
Willingness to work flexible and extended schedule including weekends and evenings when necessary.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and within FERPA guidelines.
Commitment to a culture of diversity, respect and inclusion; demonstrated ability to build working relationships with people having a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences different from ones’ own.
General knowledge of the University’s mission, purpose and goals and the role this position plays in achieving those goals.

How to Apply:

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https://baypath.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=158039