REFERENCE AND INFORMATION LITERACY LIBRARIAN FULL-TIME 10-MONTH

JOB DESCRIPTION Villa Maria College seeks a Reference and Information Literacy Librarian to work full time for 10 months. Under the direction of the Director of Library Services, the Reference and Information Literacy Librarian will manage the information literacy program and provide reference assistance to the college community.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: • Enhance, implement, market, and evaluate the College’s information literacy program; • Provide information literacy instruction; • Create instructional and reference materials in print and electronic formats as needed; • Work collaboratively and collegially with faculty to integrate information literacy competencies into the curriculum; • Develop, coordinate and implement workshops and instructional opportunities for the college community; • Provide reference and research assistance to students, faculty and other library clients: • Maintain and update the library web pages; • Develop new instruction applications of emerging technology; • Manage small print periodical collection; • Assist as needed with collection development, circulation, technical processing, and other aspects of library operations; • Participate in local professional organizations and events; • Support the philosophy and objectives of the College; • Participate in College functions; • Serve on committees of the College; • Other duties as assigned to meet the mission of the College.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: • ALA accredited MLS or equivalent; • Knowledge of library philosophy, best practices, and trends; • Experience in instruction and reference, and/or coursework in information literacy and reference;

• Excellent customer service skills, tact, and the ability to work with a diverse population; • Excellent oral, written, and communication skills; • Knowledge of Windows/Microsoft environments; • Maintain a positive attitude that will promote a healthy cultural climate in the Library.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Experience in instruction and reference in an academic setting; • Knowledge of Macintosh/Apple environments; • Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite products; • Experience in minor book repair.

SALARY: Negotiable

APPOINTMENT: February 15, 2018

PLEASE COMPLETE THE ON-LINE APPLICATION PROCESS FOUND AT: jobs.villa.edu

When you have completed the on-line application process your information will be forwarded to the Search Committee for their review. The Search Committee will carefully review each resume and select the strongest candidates. Once the selection process is completed, qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

EOE

Internal Posting Deadline: Review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. External Posting Deadline: Review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.