[Michlib-l] Position Available: Business Reference Librarian, Kresge Library Services (Ross School of Business, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor)

[Corey Seeman]

 *Please excuse the cross-postings *
Position Available: Business Reference Librarian, Kresge Library Services
(Ross School of Business, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor)

Key links and dates:

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   Position is a primary appointment at the Assistant Librarian rank
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   The U-M jobs posting reference is #158218
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   The Direct link to the job posting may be found here:
   http://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/158218/business_reference_librarian
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   This posting is open until midnight (Eastern Time)  on June 25th, 2018.
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   For information on Kresge Library Services, please visit:
   https://www.bus.umich.edu/kresgelibrary/


How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should
be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should
address your specific interest in the position, your salary requirements,
and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Please apply with a single document that includes a cover letter, your
vita, and contact information for at least three professional references.
Job Summary

ABOUT THE STEPHEN M. ROSS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS: The Stephen M. Ross School of
Business at the University of Michigan is a diverse learning community
grounded in the principle that business can be an extraordinary vehicle for
positive change in today's dynamic global economy. The Ross School of
Business mission is to develop leaders who make a positive difference in
the world. Through thought and action, members of the Ross community drive
change and innovation that improves business and society.

Ross is consistently ranked among the world's leading business schools.
Academic degree programs include athe BBA, MBA, Part-time MBA (Evening and
Weekend formats), Executive MBA, Global MBA, Master of Accounting, Master
of Supply Chain Management, Master of Management, and PhD. In addition, the
school delivers open-enrollment and custom executive education programs
targeting general management, leadership development, and strategic human
resource management.

About Kresge Kresge Library Services is a unit of the Ross School of
Business on the Ann Arbor Campus of the University of Michigan.  Kresge
serves the research needs of the faculty, students and staff of the Ross
School of Business as well as the business research needs of the broader
University of Michigan community, including Ross alumni.  Since 2014,
Kresge has been an online-only library focused on service. Kresge Library
Services has embraced its new role and is a model of what the library of
the future will be.

Kresge Library Services seeks energetic, creative, and service-focused
candidates for the position of Business Reference Librarian. The Library is
independent of the main University Libraries, receiving our funding from
the Ross School of Business.  The Library is committed to excellence in
maintaining premier academic business library services for the Ross
Community, especially in the area of supporting the needs of
action-learning teams through our embedded librarian program. This position
is one of 9 librarians at Kresge (out of a total staff of 19) and reports
to the Library Director.
Responsibilities

The Business Reference Librarian will provide a full range of information
support for the Ross Community.  Work closely with faculty and students to
determine information needs and to develop resources and services
responsive to those needs.  Provide reference assistance at public service
points as scheduled, subject specific consultation by appointment, and
extended reference support for specialized programs.  Support the Ross
School of Business’ Action-Based Learning courses (such as MAP) by serving
as an embedded librarian with student teams. Participate in collection
development for selected fields of business.  Participate in instructional
and outreach programs such as individual consultation sessions and
classroom instruction.

Contributes to our positive and inclusive work community by building
trusting partnerships across the school, continually learning, creating
impactful experiences, and working with a sense of ownership for outcomes.
Approaches this work with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
in mind; treating others with respect, dignity, and in a manner where
individuals feel they belong; listens, values feedback, and learns from the
perspectives of others.

This is a 12-month position in a non-tenure track environment.  While
publications and presentations are not required, this work is encouraged
and supported by the library. The rank sought for this position is
Assistant Librarian.
Required Qualifications

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   Master's Degree from an ALA-accredited library program and two to five
   years’ experience as a librarian, ideally in an academic or special
   library, or equivalent combination of education and related experience
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   Knowledge of and skill in using business information resources
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   Ability to provide excellent reference service; strong customer service
   orientation and communication skills
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   Ability and desire to work closely with teams of students
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   Ability to resolve competing demands in an environment of fast-paced
   change
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   Record of ongoing professional development and contribution

Desired Qualifications

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   Advanced degree or coursework in business or related field
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   Interest in application of emerging technologies to meet the needs of
   our users
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   An understanding of different service models in academic and special
   libraries

Additional Information

Physical Demands/Work Environment

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   May require ability to work from home, providing a dedicated location
   for work to be done
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   Requires the ability to travel to various locations to conduct work and
   deliver materials
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   May require work during early mornings, nights, and/or weekends
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   May require on-call hours


Michigan Ross values a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We are
committed to the development of diverse and culturally intelligent staff
who thrive and contribute to a positive and inclusive environment.

The statements included in this description are intended to reflect the
general nature and level of work assigned to this classification and should
not be interpreted as all-inclusive.
U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action
employer.

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If you have any questions about the position or the library, please do not
hesitate to reach out directly.

Best - Corey

Corey Seeman

Director, Kresge Library Services (http://www.bus.umich.edu/kresgelibrary/)
Stephen M. Ross School of Business
University of Michigan
700 East University Avenue
Kresge Hall, 4th Floor East
Suite K4511
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1234
(734) 764-9969
Cell Phone (734) 717-9734
cseeman at umich.edu
Twitter @cseeman
Google+ https://plus.google.com/117345227585597362675
ORCID: http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8205-1255
Corey's Web Home: http://www-personal.umich.edu/~cseeman/index.html
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