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Reference & Instruction Librarian

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NORTH CHARLESTON, SC

Description

Reference & Instruction Librarian

 

Description: The L. Mendel Rivers Library of Charleston Southern University seeks an early career, service-oriented Reference and Instruction Librarian. Reporting to the Head of Reference & Instruction, this position is a full-time, 12-month, non-tenure track faculty member. Charleston Southern seeks candidates who are professing Christians and who are committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. Candidates should support the goals of a strong liberal arts education and be willing to explore with students the integration of faith and learning.

 

 Responsibilities: The Reference & Instruction Librarian provides outreach, reference, and instructional services across campus. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to: Develop working partnerships with faculty and staff; Outreach to campus, local, and statewide educational communities and associations; Assist with development of the information literacy program; Teach face to face and online instruction sessions; Develop instructional materials in collaboration with faculty; Utilize appropriate instructional technologies; Participate in Reference Desk coverage; Conduct individual research consultations with students and faculty; Assist with collection development; Assist with training and supervision of department student employees; Promote library services across campus; Maintain awareness of best practices and developments in academic librarianship; Participate in service to CSU through committees as assigned; Participate in service to profession through state, regional, or national activities.

 

This position will remain open until filled.

Charleston Southern University is a Christian university and tobacco-free campus.  We do not illegally discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including but not limited to lactation), religion, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other basis on which the university is prohibited from discrimination under local, state or federal law, in its employment or in the provision of its services, including but not limited to its programs and activities, admissions, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and university-administered programs.  In order to fulfill its purpose, the university may legally discriminate on the basis of religion in employment.  The university has been granted exemption from certain regulations promulgated under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 which conflict with the University’s religious tenets and core values.

 

To apply, please complete the online application below and attach a resume.  Entering untrue or inaccurate information will result in disqualification for consideration of vacant positions, or subsequent termination after hire.  This position will remain open until filled.  By completing this application, you are giving Charleston Southern University the authority to contact any person, educational institution, current or former employer, or company to disclose in good faith any information they may have regarding your qualifications and fitness for employment including, but not limited to, those you have listed in your application materials.  Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, criminal background check and reference check.  Applicants who will drive for the University will be required to complete a background check on their driving record.

Qualifications

Qualifications: Earned MLS or MLIS from an ALA-accredited program. Knowledge of current issues and trends in education, academic libraries, and library services. Knowledge of current information literacy standards and practices. Knowledge of best practices in reference and research services, including virtual reference. Experience using library research resources in all formats, physical and electronic. Ability to train and supervise student employees. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Overall proficiency with computers, software, library technology, and electronic resources.

A Master’s level degree or greater in Education may be considered in lieu of MLS or MLIS with relevant experience and a commitment to pursue graduate level coursework in library science.

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