Electronic Resources and Technical Services Librarian/Assistant Professor

Carroll Community College; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Carroll Community College is seeking a Library Librarian who will catalog library materials, manage the library’s databases and ILS, and support public service at the reference desk. The role includes developing print and electronic collections and liaising with faculty to support instruction.

The position reports to the Director of Library and requires a Master’s in Library Science with cataloging experience. The campus offers a collaborative environment and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program.
• Minimum one year of academic, public, or school library experience.
• Experience with an integrated library system (ILS) and knowledge of cataloging standards such as RDA, MARC, LCC, and LCSH.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, online catalogs, and databases.
• Ability to use technology in teaching and to ascertain information needs and teach on a one-on-one basis or in groups.
• Must be available to work one evening per week and occasionally Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Administers the Library’s website, tutorials, and research guides.
• Manages the Library’s electronic databases and coordinates purchases with vendors and consortia, collaborating with IT for access and troubleshooting.
• Performs cataloging tasks and maintains the Library’s ILS.
• Provides in-person and virtual reference and citation review services to College stakeholders and the public.
• Develops print and electronic collections in liaison areas by consulting review media and faculty.

Skills

Public service

Research assistance

Teaching

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Library Science

Tools

Polaris ILS

MARC

RDA

LCC

LCSH

Springshare LibGuides

LibWizard

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

This position is responsible for cataloging library materials and managing the library’s electronic databases, web site, and integrated library system (ILS).The position also participates in public service duties, such as staffing the reference desk, reviewing citations, conducting library instruction, liaising with College faculty, and developing print and electronic collections in assigned areas. It reports to the Director of Library.

Essential Job Functions

• Administers the Library’s website, tutorials, and research guides.
• Manages the Library’s electronic databases, including coordinating purchases with vendors and consortia, collaborating with IT to assure on- and off-campus access and troubleshooting day-to-day issues.
• Performs technical services tasks, such ascataloging library materials and maintaining the Library’s ILS.
• Provides in-person and virtual reference and citation review services to College stakeholders and the general public.
• Manages electronic journals and research databases and investigates options for possible purchase.
• Makes recommendations to the Director of Library regarding database subscriptions.
• Manages daily operations of Polaris ILSand resolves system-related problems with vendors and local consortium staff.
• Manages all cataloging operations, including original and copy cataloging in all formats using LSCH, MARC and RDA standards and LC classification schedules.
• Troubleshoots problems with LRC hardware and software in collaboration with college IT staff.
• Develops print and electronic collections in assigned liaison areas by consulting review media, communicating with departmental faculty, and recommending titles for purchase.
• Keeps abreast of profession through professional reading, membership in professional associations, attendance at meetings, visits to other libraries, and consultations with librarians at other institutions.
• Serves as liaison to assigned divisions, embeds Canvas courses, maintains research guides in those divisions, and regularly communicates with departmental faculty regarding Library programs, resources, and services.
• Attends faculty meetings, LRC meetings, and serves on committees as assigned.
• Develops print and electronic collections.
• Conducts library instruction sessions upon faculty request to teach students effective research skills.
• Creates style guides for the MLA and APA citation formats.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements to Perform Work

• Master’s Degree in Library Science from ALA-accredited program.
• Minimum one year of academic, public, or school library experience.
• Experience with an integrated library system (ILS) and knowledge of cataloging standards such as RDA, MARC, LCC, and LCSH.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, online catalogs, and databases.
• Ability to use technology in teaching and to ascertain information needs and teach on a one-one-basis or in groups.
• Must be available to work one evening per week and occasionally Saturdays.
• Must be positive, cooperative, and supportive.

Preferred

• Experience at a Community College
• Experience with Polaris ILS and cataloging library materials
• Experience with Springshare LibGuides and LibWizard

Supplemental Information

SALARY INFORMATION:

This full-time position will be placed on the 12-month College faculty salary scale. Salary range listed is for Assistant Professor level. Actual salary and faculty rank placement is based on qualifications and experience. Position includes an excellent fringe benefits package.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This work is normally sedentary work which requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and or negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push carts, pull books, or otherwise move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:

• Hear/talk/communicate – Must be able to exchange information and communicate
• Visual Acuity/ability to perceive or detect surroundings
• Mental acuity – Able to focus, concentrate, understand, and convey subject matter
• Repetitive motion (i.e., keyboarding)
• Stand/sit/walk/able to move or traverse from one area to another

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

College campus, direct contact with students, staff, faculty and the general public in College Library, classrooms, common and shared areas, offices, and campus environments. Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as office, meeting, and training rooms. Use of safe workplace practices with office equipment; computers for data entry and word processing with some highly technical applications and new technology systems; avoidance of trips and falls; observance of fire, building and workplace safety regulations; observance of all College policies; and observance of traffic laws when/if driving College vehicles.

TO QUALIFY FOR EMPLOYMENT, SELECTED CANDIDATES MUST:

• successfully complete a criminal background check (for designated positions)
• be able to work on campus as of the first day of employment
• Residency restrictions apply. The College does not hire solely online instructors living outside of Maryland. Carroll employees may live in other states, but they must physically work in Maryland the majority of the time. For income tax obligations, employees must be a resident of DC, VA, WV, MD, or PA on the date employment commences. In addition, candidates must be willing to come to campus for identity verification within 3 business days of hire date.
• be currently authorized to work in the US, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorships

Carroll Community College has the right to revise this position description at any time, and this position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Carroll Community College is committed to fostering a welcoming environment for all. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.