Hello all!
I am vacating my current position at Northern Virginia Community College
Libraries Loudoun Campus Library for a new opportunity closer to my family.
The posting just went up, and we are encouraging new librarians to apply!
I've pasted the job posting below.
Best,
Courtney H.
To apply: https://nvcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/20254
Job Title Instruction and Reference Services Librarian
Department Learning and Technology Resources-
Posting Number 02536P
Location Sterling, VA: 20164
Full or Part Time Full Time
Position End Date (if temporary)
Required Travel
Relocation Covered
Salary Range Commensurate with Experience
Position Summary Information
Basic Function
Under the direction of the Loudoun Campus Dean of Learning & Technology
Resources, assumes overall responsibility for library instruction and
reference services.
Duties and Responsibilities
Manage library instruction program for the Loudoun Campus including
collaborating with other librarians and staff to ensure library instruction
requests are met. Develop and deliver effective instruction to classes
using appropriate technology, resources and pedagogical strategies.
Participate in instruction assessment activities. Provide individualized
reference and instruction assistance to students, faculty, staff and
community users. Participate in college faculty activities and professional
development. Participate in collection development. Participate in
supervision of library staff.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in library science or equivalent from an American Library
Association-accredited master’s degree program. Relevant library
instruction and/or academic teaching experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Some supervisory and academic library experience. Some experience providing
instruction and reference services. Knowledge of all aspects of current
academic library services, including integrated library systems such as
Alma, reference and instruction, collection development, and technical user
support; demonstrated experience developing and using
research/instructional tools such as Libguides; awareness of current issues
and trends in libraries; experience using course management systems such as
Blackboard, online collaborative productivity tools such as Springshare
products, and content management systems; excellent interpersonal and
communication skills with the ability to interact with a diverse group of
students, faculty, and staff.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of library systems and practices; demonstrated ability to provide
effective library instruction and excellent customer service; good
organizational, technology, verbal and written communication skills;
knowledge of office productivity software such as MS Office.
Operation of a State Vehicle No
Posting Detail Information
Open Date 05/08/2018
Close Date 05/22/2018
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Background Check Statement
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion
of an extensive criminal background
investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks,
employment verification, verification of
education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks
requested by the VCCS and NOVA such as
I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be
required to complete the Commonwealth’s
Statement of Economic Interest.
Additional Information
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
1. * Do you have a Master’s in Library or Information Science/Studies
from an ALA accredited college?
- Yes
- No
2. * Describe your experience providing academic library instruction.
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
*Required Documents*
1. Resume
2. Unofficial Transcripts
*Optional Documents*
1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Writing Sample
3. Other Document
4. Curriculum Vitae
5. Certificate
6. Unofficial Transcript 2
7. Unofficial Transcript 3
