Anselm of Canterbury
Reference Librarian
Anselm of Canterbury, Manchester, New Hampshire, us, 03102
Geisel Library at Saint Anselm College seeks a part-time Reference Librarian to join a collaborative team in its Reference and Instructional Services department, beginning early in this
Fall semester , 2024. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong service orientation coupled with enthusiasm for supporting the research needs of our community. This position reports to the Head of Reference & Instructional Services.
Responsibilities:Provide accurate and timely reference assistance to students, faculty, staff, alums, monks, and guests with their information and research needs in-person, and via chat, text, email, & phone.Conduct database searches as well as a wide range of general reference research including instruction and assistance in the use of books, journals, indexes, and web sources.Assist with the creation and maintenance of online subject guides and pathfinders.Carry out special projects promoting the library and its resources.Stay current with evolving information technologies and how they may be employed to advance the library's mission.
Required Qualifications:Master's degree in library science from an ALA-accredited program.Knowledge of major research resources used in academic libraries.Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills.Ability to solve patron concerns and difficulties with tact, courtesy, and sound judgment.Must be reliable and hard-working.Demonstrated capacity for embracing change and new initiatives, programs, and services.Proven history of working in a collegial environment while maintaining a positive attitude.Strong office and computer skills.
This is a part-time, 32-week (16 weeks per fall and spring semester) hourly staff position. The position provides in-person reference services at our Reference Desk during working hours.
This position serves 18 hours per week, including
Sundays
2-10pm, and other day or evening Desk shifts, such as
Wednesday
2-10pm or
Thursday
6-10pm (or similar), with actual shifts to be determined based on chosen candidate's availability.
To receive consideration, submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three professional references, and fully complete the online application. The position is open until filled. Successful candidates will be able to assist the college in advancing its mission and strategic priorities which include institution-wide diversity and inclusiveness.
Founded in 1889, Saint Anselm College is a nationally-ranked four-year Catholic, Benedictine college that provides a 21st century liberal arts education. Located in Manchester, NH on a 350-acre campus, Geisel Library supports approximately 2,000 students, 150+ full time faculty, plus staff and the residential monastic community of Saint Anselm Abbey.
Fall semester , 2024. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong service orientation coupled with enthusiasm for supporting the research needs of our community. This position reports to the Head of Reference & Instructional Services.
Responsibilities:Provide accurate and timely reference assistance to students, faculty, staff, alums, monks, and guests with their information and research needs in-person, and via chat, text, email, & phone.Conduct database searches as well as a wide range of general reference research including instruction and assistance in the use of books, journals, indexes, and web sources.Assist with the creation and maintenance of online subject guides and pathfinders.Carry out special projects promoting the library and its resources.Stay current with evolving information technologies and how they may be employed to advance the library's mission.
Required Qualifications:Master's degree in library science from an ALA-accredited program.Knowledge of major research resources used in academic libraries.Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills.Ability to solve patron concerns and difficulties with tact, courtesy, and sound judgment.Must be reliable and hard-working.Demonstrated capacity for embracing change and new initiatives, programs, and services.Proven history of working in a collegial environment while maintaining a positive attitude.Strong office and computer skills.
This is a part-time, 32-week (16 weeks per fall and spring semester) hourly staff position. The position provides in-person reference services at our Reference Desk during working hours.
This position serves 18 hours per week, including
Sundays
2-10pm, and other day or evening Desk shifts, such as
Wednesday
2-10pm or
Thursday
6-10pm (or similar), with actual shifts to be determined based on chosen candidate's availability.
To receive consideration, submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three professional references, and fully complete the online application. The position is open until filled. Successful candidates will be able to assist the college in advancing its mission and strategic priorities which include institution-wide diversity and inclusiveness.
Founded in 1889, Saint Anselm College is a nationally-ranked four-year Catholic, Benedictine college that provides a 21st century liberal arts education. Located in Manchester, NH on a 350-acre campus, Geisel Library supports approximately 2,000 students, 150+ full time faculty, plus staff and the residential monastic community of Saint Anselm Abbey.