Reference Librarian, Mills College, Oakland, CA |
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| Posting Date: | 9/28/07 |
| Description: | MILLS COLLEGE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT REFERENCE LIBRARIAN Full-Time, Exempt Reports To: the Associate Library Director Description Mills College is a nationally respected independent liberal arts college for women with graduate programs for both women and men. Located on 135 lush acres in the foothills of Oakland, California, the College enrolls approximately 900 undergraduate women and 500 graduate women and men. Mills is consistently ranked one of the top 100 liberal arts colleges in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, which also recognizes the College as one of the top 20 most diverse liberal arts institutions in the country. The College is recruiting for a Reference Librarian. Representative Duties Under the general direction of the Associate Library Director, this position provides a full range of reference and instructional services including staffing the Reference Desk, email reference, teaching classes, and assisting with circulation. Works one evening per week, and 3-4 Sundays per semester. Participates in collection development for several academic departments. Assists with the writing and design of library handouts and Web pages. The Reference Librarian’s primary responsibilities include the following: • Provide a full range of reference services in person, by email,and through instructional sessions. Staff reference desk approximately 15 hours per week. Work one evening per week and several Sunday shifts per semester. • Provide orientations, tours, lectures, and web-based instruction for the College community. • Participate in developing the library’s book and electronic collections by selecting materials for acquisition in a variety of formats. • Work with faculty to develop library resources and instructional sessions in general and specific subject areas to be determined. • Design and revise informational and instructional materials in various media formats to enhance instructional efforts. • Assist with coordination of library surveys. • Teach research skills sessions in specialized subject areas and general areas. • Supervise evening and weekend monitor staff. • Perform related duties as needed. Minimum Requirements • Master’s degree in librarianship from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent. • Reference experience using databases, online catalogs, the Internet, and print resources. • Strong oral and written communication skills. • Supervisory experience • Instructional experience, including effective teaching skills in group and individual settings. • Strong planning, organizational, and analytical skills. • Enthusiasm and commitment to library public services. • Working knowledge of hardware and software used in libraries, particularly Innovative Interfaces. • Ability to work cooperatively with others and maintain effective customer service toward all persons contacted during the course of job performance. • Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships within a diverse multicultural environment • Ability to work safely in compliance with College Injury and Illness Prevention Plan. Preferred Qualifications • 2-3 years of increasingly responsible reference/public service experience, preferably in an academic library. • Formal teaching experience, including curriculum planning, lessons plans, and related duties. • Experience with library circulation procedures including course reserves and electronic reserve activities. SALARY: $40,000-$43,000 per year plus an excellent benefits package including medical/dental/vision/life/LTD insurance/403b retirement plan, 22 days vacation plus 13 paid holidays and 12 sick days annually. Staff also receives free admission to campus events, use of the pool, fitness center, and tennis courts. Tuition remission is also available after an introductory period. More information about Mills College can be found on our website at http://www.mills.edu Application Procedure To apply, please send resume, cover letter specifying job title, and contact information for three references to: Human Resources Mills College 5000 MacArthur Blvd. Oakland, CA 94613 510 430-3311 - fax hire@mills.edu Posted: September 28, 2007 Application Closing Date: October 24, 2007 MILLS COLLEGE IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the selection process may be requested by qualified disabled individuals by writing to the above address, or by calling (510) 430-2282. |
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