Research and Instruction Librarian (Temporary)

 

Start Date:  As soon as possible

 

Western Carolina University’s Hunter Library seeks a knowledgeable, responsive, and service-oriented librarian to join our Research & Instruction Services Department for a part-time, fixed-term position (through June 30, 2014). Duties include providing high-quality face-to-face and virtual reference services on Thursday nights, 5-9 p.m. and Sundays, 2-9 p.m.    Additional shifts may be assigned - up to 30 hours per week - depending on the successful candidate’s availability. The librarian will perform other duties as assigned, which may include developing research guides or tutorials and assisting in collection development projects.

 

Minimum Training & Experience:

 

·         A Masters of Library Science from an ALA-accredited program of library or information science

·         Ability to work flexibly in a dynamic environment

·         Up-to-date knowledge of a wide range of information tools and sources and a creative, persistent approach to finding authoritative information

 

Preferred Qualifications:

 

Experience providing reference services in an academic or public library environment.

 

For a complete position description, qualifications and application procedures visit our website: https://jobs.wcu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=53328.  Western Carolina University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.