Research Services Coordinator
Top 2 Percent Scientists · Chicago, IL · 1 wk ago
Art & Creative$90k/yrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Lead a team of librarians in delivering reference and research services
- Implement and advance a new reference service model
- Manage on-call librarian schedules and reference service hours
- Develop, review, and approve reference policies, procedures, and communications
- Update Reference Handbook, LibGuides, and collections
- Serve on the Collections Committee
- Supervise and train student employees
- Participate in reference services, instruction, research consultations, subject liaison, and collection development
Required Qualifications
- MLS or equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited institution
- Minimum of 6 consecutive years of professional experience in reference and instruction services
- Proven experience in in-person and virtual reference services and library instruction
- Knowledge of emerging trends in reference service and library technology
- Experience with Springshare LibApps (LibGuides, LibAnswers, LibWizard, LibInsight)
- Excellent oral/written communication, interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and implement change
Preferred Qualifications
- 10+ years of professional experience in reference and instruction services
- Leadership and project management experience
- Experience with student success initiatives, virtual instruction, outreach, and engagement
- Experience with collection development, liaison roles, or sciences/health sciences
- Evidence of active professional service and development
- Second master’s degree (required for tenure eligibility) in sciences, health sciences, or instructional design
Benefits
- Health, dental, life insurance, and other CSU benefits
- Tuition waiver for CSU employees
Educational Requirement
- MLS or equivalent ALA-accredited degree
- Second master’s degree required for tenure eligibility