Librarian I, Reference & Instruction - 997879

Primary Purpose

Responsible for providing professional reference service to all NSU-affiliated library users, both local and distance, and Broward County users; for recommending materials for selection for the reference collection as well as specified subject areas; for providing assistance and instruction to the university community and Broward County users in current research methods and library resources; and for providing documentation to assist in teaching.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides professional reference service to all NSU-affiliated library users, both local and distance, and Broward County users in person, by phone, and via computer.
• Affords assistance and instruction to library users in the use and interpretation of the library collections and in identifying and accessing appropriate materials for research purposes.
• Offers individualized and group instruction on the use of library resources, including use of specialized databases, and produces documentation to assist in training and teaching.
• Supports scholarly communication and research information management by maintaining faculty and researcher profiles; creating, updating, and validating publication and grant records; supporting data integration with external systems; delivering faculty training and support; generating reports and metrics to support institutional reporting and compliance; and participating as a member of the NSU Libraries Research and Systematic Review Service team.
• Participates in collection development activities to recommend selection and weeding of library materials.
• Affords support for the creation and maintenance of web pages.
• Presents bibliographies and guides in subject areas.

Job Requirements

• Knowledge and understanding of library principles, practices and techniques.
• Current computer skills, including online searching.
• Ability to express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.

Required Education

Master's Degree Major (if required: Master’s degree from an ALA accredited school)

Preferred Qualifications

• None specified

Background Screening Required?

Yes

Sensitivity Disclaimer

Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary. NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.