Position Description: Circulation/Reference Librarian - LeMoyne-Owen College (TN)

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Sandra Phoenix
Thu, May 3, 2018 12:33 PM

JOB TITLE

Circulation/Reference Librarian - LeMoyne-Owen College (TN)

JOB CODE

CRL110917

REPORTS TO:

Director of Library Services

CLASSIFICATION

Full-time, exempt, benefits eligible

POSTED

November 9, 2017

AVAILABLE

Open until filled

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Circulation/Reference Librarian is responsible for providing public and reader services, library instruction and information literacy skills.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan and implement subject specific library instruction classes. Provide reader and public service, teaching and creative displays. Desk coverage thus providing prompt, accurate and courteous service to internal and external customers. Applies established library policies to ensure a professional atmosphere conducive to learning. Provide training and ongoing supervision for student assistants assigned to the unit. Must have strong knowledge of computer applications germane to circulation and reference including previous use of an integrated library system, use of various databases and other electronic, Internet searching, and use of Microsoft Office and/or other word processing applications is highly desired. Prepare reports and library publications.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:  ALA accredited MLS, MLIS or MIS Degree.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Knowledge of library practices and procedures for circulation/reference and information literacy.
Familiarity with integrated library systems.
Ability to work independently and to exercise judgment in the interpretation of policies and procedures.
Good customer service skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Employee must be able to lift books and other library materials, push/pull book trucks weighing up to 100 lbs. Ability to bend, stoop, sit, walk and stand for extended periods of time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SANDRA M. PHOENIX
HBCU Library Alliance Executive Director
Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library
111 James P. Brawley Drive SW
Atlanta, GA 30314
404-978-2118 (office)
404-702-5854 (cell)
http://www.hbculibraries.org/
sphoenix@hbculibraries.org<mailto:sphoenix@hbculibraries.orgmailto:sphoenix@hbculibraries.org%3cmailto:sphoenix@hbculibraries.org>
Honor the ancestors, honor the children.

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JOB TITLE Circulation/Reference Librarian - LeMoyne-Owen College (TN) JOB CODE CRL110917 REPORTS TO: Director of Library Services CLASSIFICATION Full-time, exempt, benefits eligible POSTED November 9, 2017 AVAILABLE Open until filled POSITION OVERVIEW: The Circulation/Reference Librarian is responsible for providing public and reader services, library instruction and information literacy skills. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Plan and implement subject specific library instruction classes. Provide reader and public service, teaching and creative displays. Desk coverage thus providing prompt, accurate and courteous service to internal and external customers. Applies established library policies to ensure a professional atmosphere conducive to learning. Provide training and ongoing supervision for student assistants assigned to the unit. Must have strong knowledge of computer applications germane to circulation and reference including previous use of an integrated library system, use of various databases and other electronic, Internet searching, and use of Microsoft Office and/or other word processing applications is highly desired. Prepare reports and library publications. QUALIFICATIONS: Required: ALA accredited MLS, MLIS or MIS Degree. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Knowledge of library practices and procedures for circulation/reference and information literacy. Familiarity with integrated library systems. Ability to work independently and to exercise judgment in the interpretation of policies and procedures. Good customer service skills. WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Employee must be able to lift books and other library materials, push/pull book trucks weighing up to 100 lbs. Ability to bend, stoop, sit, walk and stand for extended periods of time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. SANDRA M. PHOENIX HBCU Library Alliance Executive Director Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library 111 James P. Brawley Drive SW Atlanta, GA 30314 404-978-2118 (office) 404-702-5854 (cell) http://www.hbculibraries.org/ sphoenix@hbculibraries.org<mailto:sphoenix@hbculibraries.org<mailto:sphoenix@hbculibraries.org%3cmailto:sphoenix@hbculibraries.org>> Honor the ancestors, honor the children. Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hbculibraryalliance1/ and Twitter https://twitter.com/HBCULibAlliance Check out "PULSE!" The HBCU Library Alliance's News Source! - https://hbculibraryalliance.wordpress.com/