Librarian, Access Services Job at NOSM University | Université EMNO in Sudbury

Job Posting

Competition Number: 2024-1946-RC

Position Title: Librarian, Access Services

Unit: Health Sciences Library

Location: Sudbury

Term: Continuing

Number Of Positions: 1

Closing Date: Open until filled.

The Access Services Librarian reports to the Director, Health Sciences Library and Data Stewardship. Participating in a team-based approach to the Library programs, this position provides a range of collections and technical services within an academic health sciences library setting, including acquisitions, renewals, troubleshooting, and deselection of resources. The Librarians work effectively in a collegial team environment, including sharing in Information Desk duties and contributing to the overall planning and delivery of library services. This position is covered by the Terms and Conditions of the OPSEU Local 677 Unit 1 Collective Agreement. A copy is available on the NOSM University website. The appropriate Librarian rank shall be determined at the time of initial appointment and shall take into account the appointee’s qualifications, experience, and achievements (Article 2.5.2).

Responsibilities:

• The Access Services Librarian is responsible for:
• Ensuring a robust collection supporting the academic and research programs of the University. This includes acquisitions, renewals, maintenance, troubleshooting, and de-selection of resources within the approved budgetary allocations.
• Vendor and consortia relations, as well as liaising with NOSM University units such as Finance, Information Technology, and Planning & Risk Management.
• Participating in the Information Services Desk schedule, search assistance schedule, and all aspects of education services.
• Serving as a member on various committees, as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

• A Master’s level degree in Information Sciences (MLS/MLIS/MIST) from a recognized university with Canadian accreditation is required.

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with collections budgets, financial reporting, and institutional financial systems.
• Experience with collection development and assessment including participation regionally and nationally with Library consortia and committees.
• Experience with: OpenAthens, EZProxy, SpringShare, 1Password.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products, specifically Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to foster an environment of collegiality, respect, trust, and teamwork.
• Provide excellent customer service to faculty, learners, staff, and members of the public.
• Effective planning, organizational, and time management skills.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations that apply to the work being performed.
• Familiarity with university administration policies and procedures is an asset.
• Identify with the Northern Ontario experience and/or issues common with rural communities.
• Ability to work evening and/or weekend hours when needed.
• Ability to work in a consultative and collaborative fashion with a variety of other units to further overall strategic objectives.
• Ability to work within established organizational practices, protocols, and policies.

• Must be able to communicate effectively in English (verbally, written, and comprehension).
• French/Indigenous language skills would be considered an asset.