Research & Collection Development Librarian, Saginaw Valley State University, University Center, MI

Posted November 21, 2023

Descriptions

Full-Time, Exempt, Administrative/Professional

Work Schedule: M-F 8-4:30p, some evenings, and weekends

JOB SUMMARY:

Shares responsibility with other members of the Research & Instruction Services department for providing all facets of research services. Assists in the selection and evaluation of library collections.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develops library oriented open education resources (OER) and open access (OA) initiatives.
Monitors and develops the library’s subject/departmental liaison program.
Assists the Head of Research and Instruction Services with monitoring Acquisitions budget funds.
Works as a team with librarians and faculty to evaluate existing resources.
Investigates new resources based on university curriculum and research needs.
Evaluates the entire library collection using data and assessment tools and makes recommendations to library leadership for various projects such as DEI initiatives.
Works with students, faculty, staff, and other users on a one-to-one basis by filling specific information requests, offering research assistance, and guiding patrons in the effective use of information sources available through the library.
Provides individual, classroom, and group instruction in library services and procedures, search strategies, and the use of information sources.
Advises library users with online search and research strategies.
Assists patrons in the use of the Library’s services, programs, resources and collections.
Serves as the acquisitions liaison to designated academic departments and subject areas. Assists in collection development and evaluation; and works to develop and maintain good relations with the faculty.
Participates in professional activities, including university and library committees and task forces, and attendance at professional meetings.
Other responsibilities and duties as assigned by the Head of Research & Instruction Services.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Supervision is received from the Head of Research and Instruction Services.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

May supervise student assistants.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Requires a master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program.
Experience in an academic library.
Knowledge of collections and library resources.
Knowledge of automated library systems, presentation software, and other related software and equipment.
Must possess good oral, written, telephone and interpersonal skills.
Ability to handle differing, non-routine work situations and problems by exercising independent judgment and initiative.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with our without accommodation.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Duties are performed indoors and not exposed to adverse conditions.

The above reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job, and shall not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements that may be inherent in the job. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of the employee under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

To Apply

Posted through: Open Until Filled

Applicants must apply online: jobs.svsu.edu (Job # 1683)

Job Posting Link: https://svsu.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/1683?c=svsu

About SVSU:

Saginaw Valley State University is a comprehensive university with more than 100 programs of study for its roughly 7,000 students. Located on a suburban campus in Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU is committed to a supportive and empowering environment for students, faculty and staff. For eight consecutive years, SVSU has been recognized as a “Great College to Work For” (2016-2023).

SVSU emphasizes undergraduate teaching and learning, and community-based research. SVSU earned the Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, a distinction achieved by only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities. By their senior year, 84 percent of students have engaged with community employers and agencies in internships, field placements or some other component of their academic preparation.

SVSU is establishing itself as a leader in STEAM education for the Great Lakes Bay Region, partnering with businesses, foundations and school districts to improve students’ performance in math, science and the arts at the middle school, high school and university levels.

More than 70 percent of SVSU freshmen live on campus in student housing that has been rated No. 1 among public universities in the U.S. (2018-2023). SVSU fields 19 varsity sports at the NCAA Division II level. The average class size is 23 students. For more information, please visit our website, http://www.svsu.edu.