Geisel Library at Saint Anselm College seeks a part-time Reference Librarian to join a collaborative team in its Reference and Instructional Services department, beginning early in this Fall semester, 2024. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong service orientation coupled with enthusiasm for supporting the research needs of our community. This position reports to the Head of Reference & Instructional Services.
Responsibilities:
- Provide accurate and timely reference assistance to students, faculty, staff, alums, monks, and guests with their information and research needs in-person, and via chat, text, email, & phone.
- Conduct database searches as well as a wide range of general reference research including instruction and assistance in the use of books, journals, indexes, and web sources.
- Assist with the creation and maintenance of online subject guides and pathfinders.
- Carry out special projects promoting the library and its resources.
- Stay current with evolving information technologies and how they may be employed to advance the library’s mission.
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited program.
- Knowledge of major research resources used in academic libraries.
- Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to solve patron concerns and difficulties with tact, courtesy, and sound judgment.
- Must be reliable and hard-working.
- Demonstrated capacity for embracing change and new initiatives, programs, and services.
- Proven history of working in a collegial environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Strong office and computer skills.
This is a part-time, 32-week (16 weeks per fall and spring semester) hourly, non-benefited staff position. The position provides in-person reference services at our Reference Desk during working hours (remote work is not available).
Hiring Wage Range: $25/hr
The position serves 18 hours per week, including Sundays 2-10pm. Other day or evening Desk shifts, such as Wednesday 2-10pm or Thursday 6-10pm (or similar), will be determined based on chosen candidate’s availability.
Successful candidates will be able to assist the college in advancing its mission and strategic priorities which include institution-wide diversity and inclusiveness.
Founded in 1889, Saint Anselm College is a nationally-ranked four-year Catholic, Benedictine college that provides a 21st century liberal arts education. Located in Manchester, NH on a 350-acre campus, Geisel Library supports approximately 2,000 students, 150+ full time faculty, plus staff and the residential monastic community of Saint Anselm Abbey.
To receive consideration, submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three professional references, and fully complete the online application.The position is open until filled.
URL (Link) to online job description/application): https://anselm.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Anselm/details/Reference-Librarian_R721
