Assistant/Associate Librarian for Access Services and Outreach

OFFICIAL JOB TITLE: Assistant/Associate Librarian

DIVISION: Academic Affairs

WORKING JOB TITLE: Librarian for Access Services and Outreach

DEPARTMENT: Library Services

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS: AFT

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Dean of Library Services

SUPERVISES: Supervises professional, classified, and student personnel as assigned.

SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The Librarian for Access Services and Outreach will provide leadership for the Access Services division. This librarian will collaborate with colleagues to develop policies, procedures, and budget allocations for Access Services. They may also work closely with faculty and academic departments, accessing student needs and developing new classes to enable student success. As a member of the library leadership team, this librarian works collaboratively in assessing, developing, and managing key services of the Claire T. Carney Library. Often the first contact for a user or visitor, this librarian is an important ambassador for the library to the community.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• EDUCATION: Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent
• EXPERIENCE: Two years of professional experience (post MLS) in public services in an academic (higher education) or public library setting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience using the Ex Libris Alma integrated library system.
• Experience supervising full-time staff and student employees.
• Experience managing projects.
• Experience using evidence-based approaches to support improvements to library services.
• Strong communication skills

EXAMPLES OF PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Access Services

• Provides leadership for the Access Services division in circulation, stacks management, reserves, and space management.
• Staffs the Access Services desk as needed. (May include evening, weekend, or holiday hours.)
• Performs access services related functions within the integrated library system and other library systems.
• Coordinates staff coverage for library operating hours.
• Oversees hiring and training of student employees.
• Communicates effectively with campus police, facilities, and hired security.
• Collaborates with colleagues across the library to develop workflows and procedures related to collection management, user accounts, and other access services functions.
• Represents Access Services in library leadership meetings.
• Collaborates with library leadership on the development, implementation, updating, and communication of policies and procedures.
• Assists the Dean with developing and managing the divisional budget.

Outreach

• Works with departments and programs across the university to enhance the student experience, coordinating general tours and orientations to the library and basic research skills.
• Assists with communications from the Library to various stakeholders.

Other Duties

• Maintain professional activities and contributions to librarianship and information science, engaging in and contributing to the profession through continuous learning, service, research, presentations, or professional communications.
• Collaborate with stakeholders in the university and/or community to assess and improve services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• MLS or equivalent from an ALA-accredited institution or international equivalent.
• Minimum of two years of library experience in public services or access services, demonstrating increasing leadership responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build positive relationships with colleagues and peers (e.g., through committees, projects, teams, etc.).
• Demonstrated knowledge of integrated library systems/library services platforms and other Access Services related technologies.
• The ability to communicate effectively, listen well, and respond to student, staff, and faculty needs.
• Demonstrated commitment to contributing to a culturally diverse educational and work environment.

NOTE: Other job-related duties and responsibilities may be assigned and/or the job description changed periodically to reflect changing organization needs.

SALARY: $73,000 - $85,000

UMass Dartmouth offers exciting benefits such as:

• 75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• State Pension Retirement Plan
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans
• Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
• Twelve (12) paid holidays
• And More!

Benefits for Librarians & Technicians

To apply please submit a letter of interest, a current resume and the contact information for three professional references.

The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.