What are the responsibilities and job description for the Librarian - Reference and Research Services - part-time position at Oklahoma State University?
- Provides library and research services, is person in charge of policies and customer service during shift. Duties may include access services patron account management, online resource development, assists in open education resources, technical services projects, organization and maintenance of the library and its collections
- We want to emphasize that that we are committed to helping our future colleague develop and expand on their library skills. We strongly encourage applications from those who are passionate about growing their skill set to evolve library services with the support of the library team
- Typical office environment
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 10-20 pounds, stoop, reach, stand, walk, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, see, and perform repetitive motions with or without reasonable accommodations
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Special Instructions to Applicants
*If you are viewing this job posting outside of the actual OSU job application website, please go to jobs.okstate.edu to apply and submit a resume* Please include a cover letter with application.
Education & Experience
Position Qualifications:
- Masters or Masters Level MLIS/MLS student with at least 18 hours of coursework and current experience
- Field of Study: ALA accredited Library and Information Science or equivalent
- 1-3 years of current library experience
Preferred
- Masters or Library Science Coursework in pursuit of Masters with at least 12 hours completed
- Field of Study: ALA accredited Library Science Program
- Academic or school library experience. Experience with online databases and research
- Must demonstrate skills in database research, customer service, technology, and a variety of software skills for presentations or subject guides
- Requires strong communication skills in writing and speaking
- Requires the ability to evaluate information sources for content, authority, accuracy, and relevancy
- Familiarity with open access, library systems, assessment, and instruction in a classroom or online. Experience in reference, collections, cataloging or technical services
Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visithttp://eeo.okstate.edu.
Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
