Position Title: Assistant/Associate Librarian (Business Liaison Librarian : 12-Month, Tenure-Track)
Required Qualifications and Education: Master of Library Science degree from an ALA accredited institution; 1-3 years of experience working in an academic library setting or relevant library experience; knowledge of
business information sources; understanding of instruction and research trends in the business fields; ability to function in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; exceptional interpersonal and communication skills;
ability to work independently and in a team environment; strong commitment to public service.
Preferred Qualifications and Education: Undergraduate or graduate degree in business or a related field or experience working as a business librarian in a corporate, public, or academic setting; experience with collection
development; experience developing and delivering instructional programming; experience using business information research tools; ability to learn and use new instructional technologies.
Responsibilities – Essential Functions:
Liaison librarians at GVSU provide library instruction, collection management, and outreach in their assigned areas. They also offer consultation, and instruction services tailored to the needs of students and faculty in
liaison departments. The successful candidate will contribute to the establishment of a library-wide scholarly communications program and assist in the development of instruction, reference and liaison services. They will demonstrate a commitment to student
success, an understanding of the GVSU campus mission and the ability to work collaboratively and independently within a dynamic team-based organization.
Salary: Negotiated based on qualifications
Department/Division: University Libraries
Campus: Robert C. Pew Campus, Grand Rapids, MI.
How To Apply: Attach cover letter, CV OR resume, and 3 references to hiring committee, www.gvsujobs.org
Application Deadline Date: June 25, 2014
Allendale, Michigan 49401 - (616) 331-5000
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