Librarian/Evenings (Job Search Status: Currently Accepting Resumes)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 

Collaborates with faculty and other librarians to ensure a strong supportive connection between the library’s services and resources, and the University’s academic programs.

MAJOR TASKS:

1. Provides administrative supervision of library services during evening hours.
2. Provides reference services and assists students in locating appropriate materials.
3. Collaborates with faculty on collection development, including recommendations on electronic resources, providing for curriculum revisions, and maintaining collection currency.
4. Participates with faculty and other librarians in the creation and delivery of information literacy instruction activities and class sessions.
5. Prepares research guide materials for students and faculty and provide instruction in a variety of media.
6. Develops specialized collections.
7. Makes recommendations on new technology applications for the library.
8. Prepares and submits appropriate reports for the Dean of the Library.
9. Participates in professional development activities to stay current in skills and knowledge as they relate to the librarianship and student learning.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Performs other duties as assigned by the Dean of the Library.
2. Assists with general administrative responsibilities of the Library.
3. Keeps current on all aspects of the Mount, especially maintaining skills in interoffice systems and requirements for record keeping.
4. Regularly attends and participates in faculty and library staff meetings.
5. Participates in advisory committee meetings when required.
6. Provides recommendations for purchasing of instructional supplies, equipment, and other program support.
7. Consults with the Dean of the Library on personnel needs, assists with preparation of position descriptions, and serves on screening/hiring committees as needed.
8. Participates in the process of shared governance by contributing to the academic community through committee work.
9. Keeps official records, collects data, and submits records as required by the Dean of the Library.
10. Prepares and submits necessary forms in accordance with college procedures.
11. Participates with other units of the University in supporting the mission and goals, in particular admissions and recruitment activities.
12. Participates in on-going activities such as workshops, meetings, and training to ensure that the library is a dynamic and relevant learning environment.

POSITION AUTHORITY:

The Librarian/Evenings position reports directly to the Dean of the Library.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The candidate should have a master's degree in library science from an accredited college or university and show promise of rendering effective professional library service and contributing to the well-being of the Mount community and the mission of Mount St. Mary’s.

To Apply: Applicants are requested to submit a resume, three letters of recommendations, and cover letter which in part addresses the contribution the candidate can make to a Catholic liberal arts institution. Information is to be sent to:

Barbara R. Miller, PHR, MBA
Director of Human Resources
Mount St. Mary’s University
Librarian/Evenings Search
16300 Old Emmitsburg Road
Emmitsburg, Maryland 21727

or email resume materials to: resume@msmary.edu. This position will remain opened until filled.

Mount St. Mary's seeks administrators who are eager to engage and support our Catholic identity. Mount St. Mary's University has a strong institutional commitment to excellence through diversity in its educational program and employment practices; we actively seek and welcome applications from candidates with exceptional qualifications, particularly those with demonstrable commitments to a more inclusive society and world.

EOE.

Send inquiries to: resume@msmary.edu