Thursday, December 12, 2019

Librarian I, Reference Librarian - Goodwin College, East Hartford

Librarian I, Reference Librarian - Goodwin College, East Hartford. Full Time. Entry-level professional position. Works under the general supervision of the Library Director. Assists in providing reference services, circulation services, and collection maintenance. Performs professional library services in assisting students, staff and faculty in the selection and use of both electronic and physical library materials.
     ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Receives oral or written directions from Library Administration. Plans work according to established library procedures. Establishes task priorities within work unit. Assists in near term and long range planning. Creates content for course-specific LibGuides. Opens and closes library according to security procedures. Assists with all library circulation functions as needed. Provides individual and group bibliographic instruction for print and electronic resources. Participates in Library Liaison program by attending classes in person and through online embedding in BlackBoard. Teaches research-related classes.
     ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Examines professional publications and other sources for selection of books, periodicals and other materials. Attends meetings and participates in professional library organizations.
     KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to apply principles of library science to solve practical problems. Strong computer application and digital technology skills. Ability to work effectively with other library staff. Ability to understand and use the library services provided by our integrated library systems. Knowledge of basic research materials; substantial interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills.
     Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Library Science from an accredited college is required. Previous academic library experience preferred.
     View the full position listing and apply at www.goodwin.edu/jobs.