What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Library Faculty (9 month) position at Pennsylvania Western University?
Position Details
Position Information
Posting Number
F159P
Job Title
Temporary Library Faculty (9 month)
Job Description
Bargaining Unit
APSCUF
FLSA
Salary Range
Position Classification
Department
Edinboro Library
Type
Temporary Faculty
Benefits
Posting Text
Job Summary / Basic Function
The Department of Library Services at Pennsylvania Western University is seeking qualified applicants to provide reference & research support services through individualized and group instruction, on-call reference, and embedded librarian initiatives at the Edinboro Campus.
Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Minimum of Education / TrainingRequired Education Summary
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands
Work Location
Edinboro Campus
Is travel to other PennWest campuses required for this position? If so, how often?
Work Hours
Posting Date
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
No
Diversity Statement
PennWest University's Office of Community, Opportunity, Responsibility, and Engagement (CORE) provides strategic leadership in fostering a campus environment grounded in dignity, belonging, and opportunity for all students, faculty, and staff. Through comprehensive programs and collaborative partnerships, CORE advances student success, cultivates academic and leadership development, and strengthens community engagement in alignment with the university's mission.
ADA Statement
To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Amy Salsgiver, ADA Coordinator, asalsgiver@pennwest.edu; 814-393-2109. Pennsylvania Western University complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.
EEO Statement
Pennsylvania Western University of Pennsylvania is committed to providing equal access to all individuals and prohibiting any form of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a veteran, or any other characteristic prohibited under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator, 423 Becht Hall Clarion Campus 16214-1232; email asalsgiver@pennwest.edu or phone 814-393-2109. Inquiries may also be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education, 330 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201.
Position Information
Posting Number
F159P
Job Title
Temporary Library Faculty (9 month)
Job Description
Bargaining Unit
APSCUF
FLSA
Salary Range
Position Classification
Department
Edinboro Library
Type
Temporary Faculty
Benefits
Posting Text
Job Summary / Basic Function
The Department of Library Services at Pennsylvania Western University is seeking qualified applicants to provide reference & research support services through individualized and group instruction, on-call reference, and embedded librarian initiatives at the Edinboro Campus.
Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
- Working knowledge of online database searching, electronic resources, and information retrieval systems.
- Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal, and intercultural skills.
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with library colleagues, teaching faculty, and campus partners in a team-oriented environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated commitment to providing excellent, patron-centered customer service in both face-to-face and remote environments.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and work collaboratively in a multi-campus environment and function independently as a self-starter who takes initiative to identify opportunities to contribute to the library's overall goals.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as a self-starter, taking initiative to identify and pursue opportunities that advance the library's broader goals.
Minimum of Education / TrainingRequired Education Summary
- MLS / MLIS from an ALA accredited program.
- Proficiency with standard business/office software, such as the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in an academic library setting.
- Experience with online Learning Management Systems such as D2L; as a student or instructor.
- Experience providing remote reference and research support.
Physical Demands
Work Location
Edinboro Campus
Is travel to other PennWest campuses required for this position? If so, how often?
Work Hours
Posting Date
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
No
Diversity Statement
PennWest University's Office of Community, Opportunity, Responsibility, and Engagement (CORE) provides strategic leadership in fostering a campus environment grounded in dignity, belonging, and opportunity for all students, faculty, and staff. Through comprehensive programs and collaborative partnerships, CORE advances student success, cultivates academic and leadership development, and strengthens community engagement in alignment with the university's mission.
ADA Statement
To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Amy Salsgiver, ADA Coordinator, asalsgiver@pennwest.edu; 814-393-2109. Pennsylvania Western University complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.
EEO Statement
Pennsylvania Western University of Pennsylvania is committed to providing equal access to all individuals and prohibiting any form of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a veteran, or any other characteristic prohibited under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator, 423 Becht Hall Clarion Campus 16214-1232; email asalsgiver@pennwest.edu or phone 814-393-2109. Inquiries may also be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education, 330 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201.