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Reference Outreach Librarian

Under the supervision of the Head, Reference Services, the Reference Outreach Librarian provides leadership for creating new service points and methods of delivery to students and student groups. The librarian is responsible for coordinating and conducting new student orientation. The librarian is also responsible for developing promotional activities and materials that support outreach services. Working with other reference librarians this librarian also provides reference service, assistance in the computer lab, research consultations, and virtual reference. As part of the reference team, the librarian participates in all instructional activities including Library 105, specialized lectured, and participating in the First Year Experience program. The Reference Outreach Librarian reports to the Head, Reference Services.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Reference Services

Provides reference service for specific hours including some nights and weekends
Instructs patrons in the use of the online catalog, subscription databases, and the Web
Advises and assists patrons with the reference, general, and periodical collections both print and online
Assists patrons with the equipment necessary to make full use of these collections
Conducts research consultations with students by appointment
Assists in answering e-mail/instant messaging/Text questions as needed

Outreach to Students and Student Organizations

Under the supervision of the Head, Reference Services, cultivates and develops new service points and methods of delivery to students and student groups at locations outside the typical library setting such as student centers, dormitories, etc.
Coordinates and conducts new student orientation efforts including library tours, Infofair participation and programs for Welcome Week
Develops resources webpage for Convocation book and author
Generates and implements activities and materials that promote research and information services outside the library

Bibliographic Instruction

Teaches sections of Library 105 as required
Performs specialized lectures for various classes
Participates in the First Year Experience program
Creates library instructional materials, web pages, tutorials, etc. using the appropriate software

Library and College Affairs

Serves as a library liaison to academic departments consulting with the appropriate faculty to select new books and journals for the library’s collection
Undertakes research and/or professional development related to professional and scholarly interests
Serves on library, college and professional committees, elected and assigned

Requirements:

ALA-accredited Master of Library Science
Demonstrated understanding of library technology and the electronic resources environment
Ability to work independently and as part of a team and to manage time and projects in a dynamic environment;
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience in the application of new technologies;
Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Salary:

Minimum starting salary: $40,000

College of Charleston Campus:

The Marlene and Nathan Addlestone Library is a new, state-of-the-art library in the heart of historic Charleston. The College of Charleston has been ranked as one of the nation’s best institutions for undergraduate education according to the 2007 edition of the Princeton Review College Guide. The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, underrepresented minorities and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Benefits:

The position is full time, tenure track, eleven-month appointment. Benefits: State holidays (approximately 12 per year), paid sick leave (ten hours/month), contribution towards moving expenses, health insurance, dental insurance, optional 401K, 457 and 403B supplemental retirement accounts, and a variety of optional insurance plans including Long Term Disability and Long Term Care. Retirement options include the either the South Carolina Retirement System or one of the State optional retirement programs.

Applications:

Apply with resume and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references by September 30 2008 to Sheila Seaman, Assistant Dean for Public Services, Marlene and Nathan Addlestone Library, 66 George Street, College of Charleston, Charleston, SC 29424.

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