[Michlib-l] Job Posting: FT Reference Librarian @ Delta College

[Pratt, Michele - Staff <michelepratt@delta.edu>]

The Delta College Library is looking for a FT Reference Librarian.  Come join our team!

To apply, visit https://delta.peopleadmin.com/postings/5363.
For applicant information, visit https://www.delta.edu/employment/applicant-information.html.

Reference Librarian
Delta College Career Opportunities
Position Information
Position Title
Reference Librarian
Division/Department
Library
Employee Group
Administrative/Professional
Status
Full-time, Starting Salary $ 53,254 - $ 59,122: Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience
Position Summary Information
Position Accountabilities and Essential Functions
The successful candidate must demonstrate experience, skills, and commitment to fostering an environment of belonging, diversity, equity and inclusion<https://www.delta.edu/about-us/diversity.html>.

Delta College is seeking a Reference Librarian who is committed to the college's philosophy that education serves the greater good by providing students access to a better life. The candidates for librarian positions understand that community colleges are positioned to fundamentally change people's lives, and as a result, society itself. Required qualities include a belief that continuous improvement in access to academic/learning resources and relationships with students, faculty, staff and the college community are hallmarks of librarians who has been called to the profession. We are seeking a Reference Librarian who embraces the idea of helping students achieve their goals, and approaches academic excellence as evidenced in equity as a moral imperative.

The librarian position is responsible for reference and research assistance; collection development in specified areas; information literacy instruction; digital learning materials creation; and technology initiatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

DIGITAL & INFORMATION LITERACY

  *   Provide reference assistance to assist in research, referral, and technology assistance questions in a variety of modalities
  *   Develop and promote library and information literacy instruction in a variety of modalities; provide and assess instruction sessions
  *   Create, conduct, and present workshops for faculty, staff and students
  *   Participate in digital learning materials creation (ie: online tutorials and guides) and support, as well as in technology initiatives
FACULTY OER SUPPORT SERVICES

  *   Assist faculty in locating OER books and materials
  *   Work with faculty to compile resources into an OER text
STUDENT SUPPORT FOR ONLINE INSTRUCTION

  *   Technology assistance (including OER)
  *   Online laboratory kits distribution and assistance
DEVELOPMENT & ASSESSMENT OF COLLECTIONS & SERVICES

  *   Share in collection development by selecting and maintaining diverse collections in books, e-books, periodicals, and databases for specified areas of library resources.
  *   Assist in development and management of library website and online database troubleshooting
  *   Collect and interpret library usage statistics
  *   Plan and execute library marketing and outreach efforts including digital and physical displays, signage, activities and events
STUDENT ASSISTANTS

  *   Assist in training and supervision of student assistants
COLLEGIALITY/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

  *   Contribute to campus belonging, equity, diversity and inclusion efforts
  *   Represent Delta College with a collegial, service-oriented approach; work effectively as a team with library staff and student assistants; and as an individual show initiative in planning and executing position responsibilities
  *   Serve on library, organizational, and college committees
  *   Participate in professional development opportunities to expand knowledge of library trends and resources
Other duties as assigned; evenings and weekends may be required.
Required Qualifications

  *   Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited program
  *   1-3 years of position related experience
Additional Experiences Considered

  *   Experience in an academic setting is preferred but not required
Application Deadline
Position will remain open until filled. The College reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Complete an on-line application and attach a cover letter with position title, resume, three current names of professional references, copies of transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire) and professional certifications or licenses.


Michele M. Pratt
Manager of Library Programs & Services
Delta College Library Learning Information Center
(989) 686-9822

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