What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Services Librarian position at Albright College?
Position Summary:
The Public Services Librarian is a full-time position responsible for supporting and directing the library’s outward-facing services. This position manages core public services such as interlibrary loan, frontline services, and managing library student assistants. The incumbent participates in the library’s research and instruction program and has oversight responsibility for outreach to the campus and external communities, including programming and social media, to achieve the goals of the library in campus engagement.
Essential Job Functions:
Hires, trains, and supervises students for a variety of library services including frontline public service, social media posts, and collaborative programs.
Prepares incoming and outgoing material for interlibrary loan.
Participates in the statewide chat-monitoring service.
Coordinates all liaison functions (instruction, research, and curriculum support).
Coordinates First-Year Seminar (FYS) instruction
Serves as the library’s point person for reference support and training.
Leads library programming for campus engagement, including events, exhibits, and displays and coordinates the library’s social media efforts.
Works closely with campus partners to develop innovative services in support of student learning and academic success.
Other Responsibilities:
Databases and Systems:
Manages the collection and reporting of online database statistics.
Shared Functions:
In collaboration with librarians and faculty, assists in building and weeding the print collection in the assigned liaison areas.
Develops and maintains resource guides for liaison areas.
Serves as library liaison to academic and campus departments as assigned by the Director.
Coordinates and participates in library instruction program.
Coordinates content on the library’s website.
Provides cross coverage to assist other areas depending on workload.
Performs other job-related duties and special projects as required.
Campus Service and Professional Work:
Actively participates in local or regional associations. Represents the library on campus committees and in community activities.
Engages in professional development through conference attendance/participation, workshops, and other forms of service.
Participates in occasional weekend or evening work relevant to Academic Affairs or Admissions events.
To apply please submit a copy of your resume and a cover letter stating your qualifications for this position.
