Research and Instruction Librarian

Presbyterian College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Presbyterian College seeks a dynamic Research and Instruction Librarian to provide research assistance and library instruction across disciplines. The successful candidate will engage with students and faculty, create instructional materials, and maintain online research tools. This full-time position involves collaborative work within an academic environment and offers a comprehensive benefits package along with a competitive salary.

Benefits

20 days annual leave

12 days sick leave

20 paid holidays

Competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to customer service and information literacy support.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and communicate well in an academic setting.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person and virtual research assistance to students and faculty.
• Design and deliver tailored library instruction classes.
• Develop and maintain research guides and instructional materials.

Skills

Customer service

Information literacy

Communication

Presentation

Project management

Education

MLIS, MLS, or equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited program

Tools

Ex Libris Alma

Primo VE

Springshare software suite

Camtasia

Job description

The James H. Thomason Library invites applications for a dynamic, proactive, and collaborative Research and Instruction Librarian to join our team of dedicated staff. This is a full-time administrative exempt position of 37.5 hours per week with a regular schedule of Sunday-Thursday, 10:30 am-7:00 pm. The schedule will be adjusted during academic breaks, summer terms, and, on occasion, during the academic year.

Reporting to the Library Director, the Research and Instruction Librarian provides research assistance and library instruction to all undergraduate and graduate departments on campus, including the First-Year Exploration program, participates in student and faculty outreach efforts, assists with the library’s assessment program, and maintains online library research tools.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide in-person and virtual research assistance to students and faculty, including individual research appointments.
• Design and deliver individually tailored library instruction classes in a variety of disciplines.
• Develop and maintain research guides, tutorials, and other instructional materials in both print and electronic format.
• Participate in the general promotion of library resources and services to students, faculty, and other College employees.
• Administer the library’s assessment program for instruction and research services.
• Develop and sustain collaborative relationships with faculty, students, and staff in support of the library instruction program and research help services in particular and the library’s goals overall.
• Participate in collection development activities, assisting in the selection of electronic and print library resources and coordinating the promotion of new additions.
• Coordinate and contribute to the library’s social media presence.
• Stay abreast of campus curricular trends as they relate to faculty and student research needs.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Engage in library planning, program development, and special projects.
• Assist patrons using library-furnished computer equipment with basic hardware and software functions.
• Supervise library student workers when applicable.
• Assist with developing and maintaining the library website.
• Maintain awareness of emerging trends and technologies in library instruction and research services.
• Any new duties as determined by the evolution of the position.

Required Qualifications:

• An MLIS, MLS, or the equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited program.
• Strong commitment to customer service, information literacy, and support of the academic needs of students and faculty.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in an academic setting, with excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility and creativity coupled with an ability to take initiative and be self-directed.
• Strong organizational, project, and time management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple simultaneous projects and competing priorities.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds in a respectful, equitable, and inclusive way.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Related experience in an academic library, including research assistance, formal teaching or training, and program assessment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the ACRL’s Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education and its application to library instruction.
• Experience using Ex Libris Alma and Primo VE, Springshare software suite, and Camtasia or a comparable screen recording and video editing software.
• Willingness to perform additional inter-departmental tasks as needed.

About:

Presbyterian College (PC) is a liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church USA. The college is committed to an equitable and inclusive learning environment for all students, supports academic freedom, and encourages community involvement. Located in Clinton, South Carolina, PC is approximately 40 minutes from Greenville and Spartanburg, South Carolina and about one hour from Columbia, South Carolina. The region offers abundant opportunity for social and recreational activities, with easy access to Asheville and Charlotte, North Carolina, and Atlanta, Georgia.

Presbyterian College offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position receives 20 days annual leave, 12 days sick leave, and 20 paid holidays, and the college offers a competitive benefits package including options for retirement, health, dental, vision, and life insurance.

To Apply:

Review of applications will begin Monday, April 28th and continue until the position is filled with an expected start date of July 1. Candidates may send application materials via email to the Library Director, Betsy Byrd, at [e-mail] and should include a cover letter, resume, and three professional references.

503 South Broad Street
Clinton, South Carolina 29325
800.476.7272

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY AS TO STUDENTS: Presbyterian College is an equal educational opportunity institution. The College’s admission standards and practices are free from discrimination on the basis of age, sex, race, creed, color, disability, ethnicity or national origin.