Digital Literacy Librarian - University of Saint Joseph invites applications for a
full-time Digital Literacy Librarian. This position will develop and
deliver sophisticated information services and resources to the
students, faculty and staff of the University. A self-motivated,
enthusiastic and user-oriented librarian is being sought to serve the
School of Pharmacy & Physician Assistant Studies and science/health
care programs in the other two schools. Time will be split between the
School of Pharmacy library in Hartford and the main library on the West
Hartford campus. Some weekend and evening coverage is required.
About University of Saint Joseph: The University of Saint Joseph,
founded by the Sisters of Mercy, provides a rigorous liberal arts and
professional education for a diverse student population in an inclusive
environment that encourages strong ethical values, personal integrity,
and a sense of responsibility to the needs of society. At University of
Saint Joseph, our mission statement profoundly resonates with our
faculty and staff and serves as the foundation upon which our employment
policy is built. We seek to attract, develop and retain individuals who
are committed to our mission. We are committed to providing an
environment where diverse talents, perspectives, experiences and
contributions are recognized, and one that promotes the "growth of the
whole person" with resources that enable employees to meet professional
and personal life needs.
Responsibilities (Include but are not limited to): Planning and
setting goals for the Pope Pius XII Library, Pharmacy Library, and
assigned academic programs related to life sciences and health sciences;
Developing the print and electronic collections for assigned academic
programs; Serving as the library liaison to academic programs and
managing associated responsibilities for; Providing proactive
customer-oriented service, including library instruction and general
reference services; Coordinating day-to-day operations for delivering an
array of services (including instruction, liaison, reference,
circulation, reserves, outreach, and interlibrary loan); Creating
digital, instructional content for the web and other media channels;
Developing print collections, electronic collections, and a variety of
discovery tools; Monitoring and assessing the effectiveness of services,
resources, and tools. Providing direct and indirect assistance when
necessary; Assembling reports (and authoring proposals) and meeting with
deans, program chairpersons, and faculty so as to offer recommendations
as related to services, resources, and tools; Planning, budgeting, and
prioritizing multiple tasks in collaboration/consultation with the
Director; Writing and implementing policies and procedures under the
supervision and approval of the Director of the Library; and Providing
undergraduate and graduate level instruction in an environment of
sophisticated technology.
Requirements: Earned Master of Library Science (MLS) or a Master of
Library & Information Science (MLIS) degree from an ALA accredited
institution required; A solid working knowledge of academic libraries;
Experience, either academically or professionally with academic programs
offered by USJ preferred; Cultural competency to work with diverse
student and/or employee population; Commitment to the mission of the
University of Saint Joseph; and Physical ability to perform essential
functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
For full job posting and to apply, visit this link. The University of Saint Joseph is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.