Access Services Librarian - Collections & Research Support

Northwest-Nazarene-University-Inc; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Nazarene University is seeking an Access Services Librarian to oversee collection management, interlibrary loan, and the institutional repository. The role includes research and instruction duties, and active liaison work with academic departments to promote information literacy.

The position emphasizes collaboration, leadership, and adapting to evolving library technologies in a teaching-focused university setting in Idaho.

Qualifications

• ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS or equivalent.
• Ability to work in a team and collaborate with faculty across disciplines.
• Effective communication and ability to respond to changing needs.
• Proven leadership in collaborative activities.
• Strong organizational skills and adaptability to evolving technologies and priorities.
• Familiarity with integrated library systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate collection management operations including cataloging and processing across monographs, ebooks, periodicals, media, and gov docs.
• Collaborate with library faculty on digital resources and troubleshoot access using vendor platforms.
• Supervise Collection Management staff.
• Oversee the OPALS integrated library system.
• Coordinate interlibrary loan services and manage the repository.
• Provide research assistance and library instruction in-person and online.
• Liaise with departments to promote information literacy and learning activities.
• Promote library resources and services across the university.

Skills

MLS/MLIS

Teamwork

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Emerging tech

ILS familiarity

Education

MLS/MLIS required

Tools

OPALS

Springshare

Job description

Northwest Nazarene University is seeking an Access Services Librarian to oversee collection management, interlibrary loan, and the institutional repository. The role includes research and instruction duties, and active liaison work with academic departments to promote information literacy.

The position emphasizes collaboration, leadership, and adapting to evolving library technologies in a teaching-focused university setting in Idaho.