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Georgian Court University
On Call Librarian
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What they do
A Librarian helps people find information that they need in a library or in other collections or sources, including electronic databases. Organizes and catalogues library materials, plans library programs, and orders new materials or equipment. May work in school libraries or special information centers within government agencies or businesses; may specialize as a law librarian or medical librarian.
$69,107 / year median in New Jersey
+7% projected growth
Job Description
This is a part-time, non-tenure track position supporting the Sister Mary Joseph Cunningham Librarys Reference Services. On Call Librarians work as part of our team of librarians providing outstanding reference services to the GCU Community, while maintaining effective library operations.
On Call Librarians are scheduled for regular evening and/or weekend shifts during the Fall and Spring semesters, as well as some daytime hours when needed.
The regular schedule for this position would be as follows:
Provide specialized research assistance to students and faculty as needed.
In the absence of full-time librarians and the Access Services Generalist, the On Call Librarian is responsible for the overall supervision of library operations and the library building.
At times, will be responsible for the timely opening and closing of the library as scheduled.
Perform other duties as assigned to maintain effective library operations and support student success.
Integrate the core values of respect, compassion, integrity, justice and service in all aspects of interaction.
Ability to work well independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Experience providing reference service preferred.
Thorough knowledge of library resources and services.
Knowledge of current information literacy methods (e.g., Framework) and best practices.
Proficiency in Windows applications and Microsoft Office.
Experience using education software programs, like Blackboard and LibGuides is preferred.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.•Must be US Work Authorized•
On Call Librarians are scheduled for regular evening and/or weekend shifts during the Fall and Spring semesters, as well as some daytime hours when needed.
The regular schedule for this position would be as follows:
Saturday:
10 6 p.m.Sunday:
2 8 p.m.Essential Functions:
Provide reference service and assistance to students and faculty members in finding and evaluating library materials and relevant resources face to face and online using LibChat.Provide specialized research assistance to students and faculty as needed.
In the absence of full-time librarians and the Access Services Generalist, the On Call Librarian is responsible for the overall supervision of library operations and the library building.
At times, will be responsible for the timely opening and closing of the library as scheduled.
Perform other duties as assigned to maintain effective library operations and support student success.
Integrate the core values of respect, compassion, integrity, justice and service in all aspects of interaction.
Qualifications:
An MLS, or other master's degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association or from a program accredited in a country with a formal accreditation process as identified by ALAs Human Resource Development and Recruitment Office. Second masters/advanced degree desirable.Ability to work well independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Experience providing reference service preferred.
Thorough knowledge of library resources and services.
Knowledge of current information literacy methods (e.g., Framework) and best practices.
Proficiency in Windows applications and Microsoft Office.
Experience using education software programs, like Blackboard and LibGuides is preferred.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.•Must be US Work Authorized•