The Reference and Instruction Department at the Ohio University Libraries
in Athens, Ohio invites applications for a Reference and Instruction
Librarian to join a team of librarians dedicated to providing personal
reference assistance and high quality library instruction. We seek a
candidate with a commitment in working effectively with students, faculty
and staff from diverse backgrounds. The Reference and Instruction
Department is responsible for reference assistance to patrons in a wide
range of subject areas, library instruction at the freshman and sophomore
level, and outreach efforts to groups such as first year students,
distance learners, and athletes. The Department has an active digital
reference service and is committed to incorporating emergent technologies
into its reference, instruction, and outreach missions. It is a major
component of the Library's Learning Commons, a technology enriched
learning environment with assistance available from reference librarians,
technology assistants and writing tutors.
Position Description
Performs general reference duties, including evening and weekend hours,
assisting users with information and research needs. Develops and
presents class lectures, demonstrations, workshops, and other
instructional sessions to teach the use, understanding and evaluation of
library and other information sources. Participates in the activities of
the Department's Instruction and Outreach Group. Serves as Subject
Specialist for at least one assigned academic area of the university,
leading efforts in collection development, library instruction and
promotion of library resources, as well as consulting with the faculty and
students about their research and information needs. Participates in
committees, task forces, and teams, and in professional associations.
Qualifications
Required: Masters degree from an ALA-accredited program. Necessary
skills include organizational, communication, computer, and analytical
skills to enable effective retrieval of information; instructional skills
to teach library use and information competency; and communication and
teamwork skills to work effectively with diverse groups. Preferred:
Public service experience.
Salary and Benefits
Minimum salary is $35,000; salary negotiable based on experience and
education; 22 days annual vacation; generous insurance, and Ohio state
employee or alternative retirement.
Available
July 1, 2008
Institutional Information
Alden Library, the main facility on the Ohio University Athens campus
includes over 2 million volumes with 52 professionals and 53 support
staff. The Library is a member of CRL, ARL, and OhioLINK. Ohio University
is a residential campus with a student population of 16,800 undergraduates
and 3,000 graduate and medical students.
Location
Ohio University is a located in Athens which is a small town in beautiful,
hilly southeast Ohio. The largest nearby city is Columbus which is 75
miles away.
To Apply
Submit application at http://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/applicants/Central?
quickFind=53860 by February 17, 2008.
Ohio University is committed to the diversity of faculty, staff and
students. Applicants who will enrich the diversity of our campus are
especially encouraged to apply.
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