Librarian | Temple College
Location
Temple, TX | United States
Job description
The following duties, responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's), and physical requirements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. The information listed below is not intended to be construed as a complete listing of all duties, responsibilities, KSA's, and physical requirements required of this position since changes to the position may occur at any time or additional requirements that may be added over the course of time.
SUMMARY:
Under the general supervision of the Director, Library, the incumbent provides reference, instruction, and circulation services to students, faculty, and staff. The incumbent will assist patrons with library and information needs and oversee interlibrary loan services. The incumbent may assist with cataloging and materials preparation, library website edits, special projects and programming, and other duties as assigned. MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL AND WORK REQUIREMENTS (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS):
Master's Degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution, or currently working on an MLS with the intention of completion.
PREFERRED:
Academic library experience. Prior information literacy instruction experience.
CERTIFICATIONS OR LICENSES:
None
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will:
- Impart student-forward services in a welcoming and inclusive environment to enhance student experience and success to a diverse college population.
- Provide assistance to Temple College students, faculty and staff with library information resources and related research methods, in addition to circulation desk functions.
- Develop, schedule, and conduct library information literacy instruction sessions, including creation of asynchronous online lessons.
- Collaborate with faculty to achieve information literacy learning outcomes through provision of information literacy instruction, subject research LibGuides, and coordinated acquisition of library resources.
- Evaluate library holdings; make recommendations for acquisition and withdrawal of materials to improve accessibility to inclusive materials.
- Oversee interlibrary loan services; process loan requests from patrons and participating institutions.
- Track and compile electronic resource usage statistics for required reports.
- Assist with library email account; answer reference questions; process material and service requests.
- Participate in the development and achievement of annual library goals and objectives.
- Assist in the processing of materials, including copy cataloging.
- Aid the development of student focused library policies to ensure a welcoming and safe environment, keep current with modifications to library and college policies and procedures; attend training as necessary to adjust to changes.
- Participate in college committees and councils; attend meetings and commencement ceremonies as required.
- Promote library resources and services to the college community.
- Perform other job related tasks as assigned by the Director, Library.
SOCIAL CONSTRUCTS REQUIRED OF POSITION: - Commit to quality student-centered service and student success.
- Display empathy and positive regard for others through written, verbal and non-verbal communications, and practicing punctuality and respect for deadlines.
- Work with colleagues and students through collaborative problem solving, honest communication, and friendly interactions.
- Build trusting relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility, even in the face of stress or demanding workplace conditions.
- Build professional growth by attending trainings and conferences, reading job-related materials, and meeting with others in area of responsibility.
- Dress appropriately for a workplace with frequent customer service interaction and community outreach.
- Meet all required standards of confidentiality.
- Keep work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
About Temple College
Temple College is a comprehensive community college offering an array of educational opportunities. Founded 1926, Temple College has enjoyed an excellent academic reputation for over 90 years, and is nationally recognized for excellence in its programs from the visual and performing arts to competitive athletics, and has become one of the premiere institutions in the state for education and training of health care providers. The faculty and staff are committed to providing exceptional quality instruction.
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