Reference and Instruction Librarian

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Position Title: Stafford Reference and Instruction Librarian
Role Title : Faculty-Professional
Role Code: 1223
Is this position funded in whole or in part by the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act?: No
Position Number: FA0015
Job Type: Full-Time
Employee Class: AF
FLSA: Exempt
Pay Rate: Commensurate with experience

General Description of Job/Objectives:
The University of Mary Washington Libraries seek a knowledgeable, tech-savvy, and service oriented Reference and Instruction Librarian to join the staff of the Stafford Campus Library. As part of this team-centered library system, the Reference and Instruction Librarian will develop and teach student-centered, course integrated information literacy sessions in the classroom and online. The individual in this position will also provide specialized research assistance at the information desk and through the Library’s online reference services to the students, faculty, and staff of the Stafford Campus. The Reference and Instruction Librarian will provide circulation, technical, and public service support in the Stafford Campus Library during scheduled hours, which will include evenings and some Saturdays. This Librarian will also serve as liaison to the College of Business, College of Education, and the Division of Professional Development and Regional Engagement. Additionally, the individual in this position will participate in the maintenance of the Libraries’ web presence and in the selection of materials for the Stafford Campus Library’s collections.

Organizational Objective:
The UMW Libraries constitute the knowledge center of the university — a physical and virtual manifestation of the institution’s mission of connected, integrated, and engaged teaching, learning, research, and service. The UMW Libraries are committed to supporting the University’s mission of creating an environment where students, faculty, and staff share in the creation and exploration of knowledge in the development of their academic and professional interests and in practicing the habits of mind necessary for life-long learning.

Required Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of electronic and print reference resources
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, course management software (e.g. Canvas), online presentation/tutorial creation software (e.g. Camtasia, Jing), and social media applications (e.g. chat/IM, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube)
  • Ability to work independently and collegially in a rapidly changing work environment
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strong commitment to outstanding public service
  • Master’s Degree from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited Master’s program (MLS/MLIS)
  • Experience in providing online and in-person reference services

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Working knowledge of WordPress or HTML
  • Working knowledge, proficiency preferred, in the use of an automated library circulation system (e.g. Virtua) or an automated interlibrary loan system (e.g. Illiad)
  • Knowledge of current and emerging trends in reference, instruction, distance education or library related technologies
  • Previous academic library experience
  • Experience teaching library and information literacy
  • Undergraduate degree or related research experience in business, education, or information systems
  • Experience providing services to non-traditional or distance education students
  • Experience providing circulation services

Closing Date: 01-06-2013

Required Applicant Documents:
Refer to the Special Instructions to Applicants below for additional information about documents.

  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  • Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicants:    
The University of Mary Washington accepts only completed online applications. Faxed, mailed, or emailed applications will not be considered. Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of criminal background checks. If accommodations are requested either before or at the time of the interview, contact the AA/EEO Officer in Human Resources at 540/654-1211.

AAEEO Statement:
In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, the University of Mary Washington actively encourages women, minorities, disabled individuals and veterans to apply.

For more information, go to www.umw.edu/about/.
Posting Number: 0070739

To Apply: https://careers.umw.edu/