Reference/Collection Development Librarian

About the role

The Reference Librarian is responsible to the Assistant Director and/or the Director of the Library for the provision of reference/research assistance in the use of the library’s print and electronic resources.

Responsibilities

• Participation in collection development
• Exercising leadership in issues related to the acquisition and licensing of electronic resources
• Providing general reference and research services
• Collaborating with other library departments in library activities essential to Public Services
• Serving as appointed on University committees
• Participating in library assessment
• Serving as a member of the library’s User Access Education Program
• Promoting the reference department via the development of creative libguides
• Working in a team with other members of the library staff to provide quality and effective services for the students and faculty of MVSU
• Assuming additional duties and responsibilities when necessary

Requirements

• ALA-accredited Master of Library Science (MLS)/MLIS degree
• Experience in reference services
• Demonstrated ability to establish goals, set reasonable periods for accomplishing tasks and effectively meet deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of electronic database usage and current trends in information literacy
• An academic background, library experience, and/or earned subject master’s degree in addition to MLS/MLIS

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience in an academic library
• Experience with SirsiDynix Symphony ILS
• Experience with Springshare products