Digital Scholarship Librarian - Fairfield University, Fairfield, CT. The DiMenna-Nyselius Library invites applications from results-oriented,
flexible, self-motivated librarians who have an enthusiasm for digital
scholarly initiatives and teaching, and the ability to collaborate with
colleagues in a goal-oriented library team. This position will include
occasional evening and weekend hours.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides leadership in the development,
implementation, promotion, and assessment of digital scholarly
initiatives. Participates in the Library Partnership program.
Participates in the Library’s instruction program. Provides reference
service.
REQUIREMENTS: A graduate degree in Library & Information
Science (MLS or equivalent) from an ALA accredited program. Experience
and knowledge of current practices in digital scholarship. Project
management experience. Evidence of potential in teaching. Professional
academic reference service experience. Interest in marketing, outreach,
and the promotion of library services. Must be well organized, and able
to meet deadlines and multiple demands. Demonstrated ability to
communicate, both orally and in writing, to a variety of audiences.
Creative approach to the development of new services and commitment to
responsive and innovative service is essential.
HIGHLY DESIRABLE: Second Master’s degree.
CAMPUS AND LIBRARY: Fairfield University is a co-educational,
comprehensive Jesuit university with a 200-acre campus located along the
scenic shoreline community of Fairfield, CT. The University is
comprised of approximately 3,500 undergraduate and 1,200 graduate
students pursuing degrees within 5 schools: The College of Arts and
Sciences, The Charles F. Dolan School of Business, The School of
Engineering, The Marion Peckham Egan School Of Nursing & Health
Studies, and The Graduate School of Education and Allied Professions.
All schools of the university are committed to a liberal humanistic
approach to education, encouraging interdisciplinary learning and
fostering ethical and religious values. The DiMenna-Nyselius Library
provides innovative services and access to almost 1 million volumes in a
state-of-the-art building that is highly-rated in student surveys.
TO APPLY: To submit your resume, cover letter, names/contact
information of three references, and employment application, please go
to http://www.fairfield.edu/jobs,
click on Employment Opportunities, then the position you wish to apply
for, and follow the online application instructions. Review of
applications will begin on January 22
and will continue until the position is filled. Fairfield University is
an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, committed to
excellence through diversity, and, in this spirit, particularly welcomes
applications from women, persons of color, Veterans, and members of
historically underrepresented groups. The University will provide
reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with a
disability. The salary exceeds the Connecticut Library Association
minimum.
