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The University is a Catholic and Jesuit University animated by the spiritual vision and the tradition of excellence characteristic of the Society of Jesus and those who share in its way of proceeding. All candidates must indicate how they would help communicate and support the Catholic and Jesuit identity and mission of the University. The Universitys mission statement and a description of the history and concepts of the Ignatian teaching philosophy may be found at https://www.scranton.edu/about/jesuit-tradition/index.shtml.
Department
Library
Job Purpose:
The Research and Instruction Librarian (part-time)is a member of the Library's Research and Scholarly Services department. This position provides research instruction and support as well as scholarly services, such as assistance with technology, academic integrity, and intellectual property. Depending on need, the part-time librarian may provide information literacy instruction in a classroom setting and have collection development responsibilities, as well as complete projects in support of other library initiatives. The part-time librarian will also serve as direct back-up to the Library Services Desk operations.
Essential Duties:

• Provides research services, such as teaching effective research skills and providing research instruction and support, both in-person and online
• Instructs users, individually and in groups, guided by the Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education
• In the absence of full-time librarians, oversees and is responsible for maintaining library services and library policies
• Maintains the operations of the Research and Scholarly Services department, which includes but is not limited to, maintaining the proper operation of equipment, informally supervising student workers, and following library policies
• Provides back-up assistance in Circulation Services functions at the Library Services Desk, including:

a. Conducting circulation transactions (charging, discharging, reviewing, recalling, placing holds, and collecting fines and fees) b. Registering new patrons
c. Assisting with maintaining equipment (i.e. photocopiers, laptop computers, iPads), replenishing supplies, and reporting equipment malfunctions
d. Answering telephone calls and assisting with circulation questions
e. Assisting with faxes
f. Processing monetary transactions
Additional Skills Required:

• Ability to interact well with members of the public
• Excellent interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, and presentation skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively both as a team member and independently
• Ability to work creatively and collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and community-at-large
• Professional commitment to user-focused library services
• Professional commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Must be able to respect, support, and contribute to the Universitys Catholic and Jesuit mission

Minimum Education Requirements:
A Masters degree is required
Preferred Education:
Masters degree in Library or Information Science is preferred
Minimum Job Experience Requirements:
One year of library, teaching, or archives experienceExperience conducting effective research strategiesExperience working independently to pursue, manage, and complete projects
Preferred Qualifications:
Schedule/Work Hours:
An average of 15 hours per week during the Fall and Spring Semesters. Normally, two weeknights from 5:00-10:00 pm and Sundays from 12:00-5:00 pm or 5:00-10:00 pm. Extended hours until 11:30 pm during finals week. Some flexibility in scheduling, but depend
Full Time/Part Time:
Part-Time
Annual Schedule:
12
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Posting Number:
S0635P
To apply, visit https://universityofscrantonjobs.com/postings/6148