This is an entry-level position, reporting to the Head of Reference and Research Services, and will be one of a staff of 9 Reference librarians and 4 library assistants.

Job details and application information.

This is an entry-level position, reporting to the Head of Reference and Research Services, and will be one of a staff of 9 Reference librarians and 4 library assistants.

Job details and application information.

More details and online application.

GENERAL SUMMARY

Established 28 years ago, National Hispanic University provides accessible and affordable quality education for underserved students.  Through innovation, engagement and student-centered learning, National Hispanic University, a fully accredited, four-year university is fostering successful academic and economic futures of its students.  The National Hispanic University offers undergraduate degrees in Child Development, Liberal Studies, Business, and Mathematics and Science, as well as a Master’s degree in Teacher Education and several California teacher certificate programs.

We seek a librarian with experience and training in information literacy, research methods, teacher education, and/ or early childhood education, who will work with both campus based and online students and faculty.

The Reference Librarian reports to the Director of Library Services. , position will be responsible for the following services and assignments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide expertise and leadership in general reference services (live, remote, and web-based).
• Develop and present course-related instruction and conduct seminars, student orientations and student tutorials in undergraduate and graduate subject areas.
• Collaborate with faculty on research projects and provide research assistance to faculty and graduate students.
• Create subject web pages and guides to research.
• Develop collections in appropriate formats to support the academic units served.
• Serve as liaison to assigned departments.
• Maintain, analyze and report statistics in area of responsibility.
• Represent the National Hispanic University Library at campus and Laureate and at local and national library events.
• Stay current with new technologies and products. Participate in assessment activities such as surveys, statistics,

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in University and professional activities.
• Work as a member of the Reference and Instruction Team.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as required.
• Will work independently on evenings and weekends.

POSITION IN ORGANIZATION REPORTS TO: Director, Library Services
POSITIONS SUPERVISED: Students, Library Assistants
TECHNICAL, MANAGERIAL, and PEOPLE SKILLS REQUIRED: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Incumbents will be evaluated, in part, based on performance of each essential function.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with and work well with a diverse staff and user population
• Knowledge of database structures and use and ability to create web pages for users

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• ALA accredited master’s degree
• At least one year of campus based and online academic library reference experience, including email, chat or web, and in person preferred.
• Subject knowledge of education or child development preferred.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Spanish-English bilingual skill preferred.

If you are interested in this position, please apply at
https://sh.webhire.com/servlet/av/jd?ai=737&ji=2471162&sn=A.

The College is recruiting for a Reference Librarian. Full-Time, Exempt

Representative Duties

Under the general direction of the Head of Reference, this position provides a full range of reference and instructional services including staffing the Reference Desk at the F.W. Olin Library. The Reference Librarian will also teach classes, assist with circulation functions, handle email reference inquiries, and participate in collection development for several academic departments. The Reference Librarian will also create and update public service documentation and library publications such as pathfinders and bibliographies (online and print). Work schedule includes one evening a week and 3-4 Sundays per semester. Supervision of student workers and other staff as needed.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduate degree in librarianship from an ALA-accredited institution.
• Demonstrated experience using databases, other electronic resources, online catalogs, the Internet, and print resources.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• 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 (e.g., PCs, Apple products, printers, etc.).
• Conversant with emerging technologies.
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues, faculty, students, and staff.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to F.W. Olin Library patrons.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and productive working relationships within a diverse and multicultural environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of increasingly responsible reference/public service experience, preferably in an academic library.
• Teaching experience, including curriculum planning, lesson plans, and instruction.
• Experience with course reserve and electronic reserve procedures.
• Experience with interlibrary loan procedures.
• Experience using an integrated library system, particularly Innovative Interfaces.
• Supervisory experience.

SALARY: Salary of $40,000-$42,000, 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.

Application Procedure

To apply, please go to: http://mills.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=19313

Submit your resume, a cover letter specifying job title and the Mills Application Form.

Application deadline is July 16th. Start date is on or after September 1st, 2010.

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.

http://www.ggu.edu/about/Employment

Instructions for applying are available in the “Job Application Procedure” section of the web page.

Title: Cataloger/Reference Librarian
Department: University Library
Class: Part-Time
Position Type: N-Exempt Staff
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Deadline: Open until filled.

FUNCTIONS AND SCOPE OF JOB

As a member of the University Library Team, this librarian will:

• Develop original and copy cataloging of print materials and non-print resources
• Provide quality control for physical processing of materials.
• Participate in the acquisitions and de-accessioning of library materials.
• Participate in collection development, assessment, and evaluation
• Provide reference, information services, research and instructional services to Golden Gate University students, faculty, staff, corporate and alumni members at all locations, including those affiliated with the University via Cybercampus
• When on duty as reference librarian, aid library assistants and student assistants in handling questions of policies, complaints, difficult patrons, and security issues
• Orient patrons and prospective students to the range of print and online resources available
• Work with Head of Technical Services, Electronic Resources and Web Librarians to ensure online library access and to provide online reference resources
• Work with Instruction Librarian to create and facilitate workshops and training sessions, both in person and online
• Collaborate with other staff in peer training and staff development
• Collaborate with other staff in assessing qualitatively and quantitatively the effectiveness of collection development and identifying ways to make collection development even more effective and efficient
• Participate in relevant listservs to learn about and share information about new resources, ideas, solutions and recommendations
• Complete special projects as assigned by the Library Director

Schedule includes evening reference shifts and one or more weekend days per month. Hours may range from 0 to 19 per week, not to exceed 999 hours within the year.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required qualifications:

1. MLS or equivalent degree from an ALA accredited program
2. At least 2 years experience cataloging using AACR2, LCSH, LC Classification and MARC record format.
3. Excellent oral and written communication skills
4. Excellent interpersonal and team collaboration skills
5. Ability to communicate with and relate to an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community

Preferred qualifications:

1. Knowledge of the III (Innovative Interfaces, Inc.) ILS and the Millennium cataloging module.
2. Experience using OCLC.
3. Experience performing collection development.
4. One year of professional reference experience.

Golden Gate University, founded in 1901, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

http://www.ggu.edu/about/Employment

Instructions for applying are available in the “Job Application Procedure” section of the web page.

Title: Reference Librarian
Department: University Library
Class: Part-Time On Call
Position Type: N-Exempt Staff
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Deadline: Open until filled.

FUNCTIONS AND SCOPE OF JOB

As a member of the University Library Team, this librarian will:

• Provide reference, information services, research and instructional services to Golden Gate University students, faculty, staff, corporate and alumni members at all locations, including those affiliated with the University via Cybercampus
• Orient patrons and prospective students to the range of print and online resources available
• When on duty as reference librarian, aid library assistants and student assistants in handling questions of policies, complaints, difficult patrons, and security issues
• Develop print and online reference and research guides
• Work with public services or technical services librarians on special projects as assigned by the Library Director.
• Participate in library planning, assessment, and evaluation
• Collaborate with other staff in peer training and staff development
• Collaborate with other staff in assessing qualitatively and quantitatively the effectiveness of reference services and identifying ways to make reference services even more effective and efficient, given the needs of adult learners located throughout the world, differences in learning styles, and technological opportunities
• Participate in relevant listservs to learn about and share information about new resources, ideas, solutions and recommendations

Schedule includes evening reference shifts and one or more weekend days per month. Hours may range from 0 to 19 per week, not to exceed 999 hours within the year.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required qualifications:

1. MLS or equivalent degree from an ALA accredited program
2. Familiarity with information literacy concepts
3. Excellent oral and written communication skills
4. Excellent interpersonal and team collaboration skills
5. Ability to communicate with and relate to an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community

Preferred qualifications:

1. Knowledge of business reference and experience providing reference support to business students and others in professional practice education
2. One year of professional reference experience.

Golden Gate University, founded in 1901, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities include:

• Staff information desk during evening hours and provide reference and computer-related assistance to patrons
• Learn how to use the Library Information Portal and Symphony ILS
• Devise training materials in use of the Library Information Portal
• Train Circulation students in how to use the Library Information Portal
• Provide supervision and guidance as needed to student workers in Circulation
• Handle and report on unsolved patron issues when needed
• Interpret library policies to the patrons when necessary
• Assist in administration of electronic resources as needed
• Learn and perform duties associated with Symphony’s Serials module
• Perform additional duties as needed

Qualifications:

• MLIS degree (or units completed toward that degree) with some previous library experience preferred; will accept person with previous library experience who is currently working toward the MLIS degree
• Computer fluency
• Courteous and professional manner
• Familiarity with an integrated online library system
• Proficiency with the use of online databases and Web-searching

Qualities:

• Service-oriented
• Detail-oriented
• Tech “savvy”
• Good communicator
• Responsible, punctual, patient and reliable

To Apply:

Please send resume and cover letter to hr@hnu.edu