Access Services Librarian

Institution

Missouri University of Science and Technology

Job Summary

Application Deadline
Open until filled – application reviews begin February 18, 2019
 
Full Time/Part Time
Full-time
 
Job Description:
 
The Curtis Laws Wilson Library of the Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) invites applications for the position of Access Services Librarian.
 
Reporting to the Dean of the Library, the Access Services Librarian has overall responsibility for the library’s public services operations including circulation, interlibrary loan, document delivery, and course reserves. The librarian is responsible for developing and encouraging a positive user-centered approach to customer service. Additionally the librarian will be performing library outreach activities and must be able to work collaboratively with library colleagues as well as the broader campus community. The librarian will actively participate in local library and consortial committees.
 
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks scenery. Missouri S&T offers degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with master's and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs and master's degrees in biological sciences, business administration, and technical communication. With nearly 9,000 students enrolled online and on campus, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a diverse population but small enough for individuals to stand out. Rolla, a community of 19,000, enjoys an excellent educational system, competitive cost-of-living, and abundant recreational opportunities.
 
Responsibilities:
 
• Manage the public services area within an academic library, including circulation, interlibrary loan, document delivery, and course reserves
• Oversee hiring, training, and scheduling in public services.
• Provide reference services to patrons as needed
• Develop and provide workshops and other library instruction as needed
• Assist with the library’s social media presence and library outreach, including promotion, event planning, and collaboration with other campus entities
• Participate in the collection and compilation of statistics and reports
• Collaborate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned.
 
This job description reflects the general duties of the position but is not a detailed description of all duties that may be inherent to the job. The library may assign reasonably related additional duties to individual employees as consistent with policy.
 
Minimum Qualifications:
 
• Master's degree in Library and Information Science from a program accredited by the American Library Association
• Ability to lift, handle, and move books and other material
Preferred Qualifications:
• At least two years of experience in a library setting
• Previous work experience in an academic library
• Evidence of successful and creative management of staff and operations
• Demonstrated commitment to providing outstanding customer service
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written)
• Knowledge and experience with relevant research databases and resources
• Previous teaching experience and familiarity with best practices, trends, and assessment strategies related to library instruction
• Experience with library social media, marketing, and outreach
• Experience with library assessment
• Experience with commonly used library systems and technology
 
Required documents
 
Applicant is required to submit a current resume/CV and cover letter to the Missouri University of Science and Technology's Human Resources Office at http://hr.mst.edu/careers/academic/
 
Comments
 
The final candidate is required to provide copies of official transcript(s) for any college degree(s) listed in application materials submitted. Copies of transcript(s) should be provided prior to the start of employment. In addition, the final candidate may be required to verify other credentials listed in application materials.
 
Failure to provide official transcript(s) or other required verification may result in the withdrawal of the job offer.
 
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
 
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