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Director of Library Services

Position Type

Part-Time

Job Summary

Wilberforce University is a small, Liberal Arts University with an Entrepreneurial focus, and a legacy of being the nation’s first private HBCU. The Librarian is a professional position responsible for providing customer service to all patrons that enter the library. This role will work between Archives, Reference, and Circulation departments.

 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Book Processing:

Catalog and process incoming library materials, including books, periodicals, and audiovisual materials, according to established procedures. Prepare materials for shelving, including labeling, covering, and stamping. Process the discarding of books. Ensure accurate and up-to-date records in the library’s cataloging system.

Archives Management:

Assist in the organization, preservation, and digitization of archival materials. Catalog and index archival collections using appropriate software and methodologies. Assist researchers and patrons with accessing archival materials and providing reference services as needed.

Customer Service:

Provide friendly and efficient service to library patrons, including answering inquiries, assisting with circulation tasks, and directing users to appropriate resources. Assist patrons with basic research and reference questions, referring more complex inquiries to librarians as needed.

Contribute to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive library environment for all users.

Information Literacy Instruction:

Design, deliver, and assess information literacy instruction sessions and workshops for students at all levels, with a focus on first year and transfer students. Collaborate with faculty to integrate information literacy concepts, skills, and resources into the curriculum across disciplines. Develop instructional materials, assignments, and learning activities that promote information literacy and critical thinking skills.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills and attention to detail, along with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. They should be capable of working independently and as part of a team, and exhibit flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and responsibilities. A commitment to providing excellent customer service to diverse populations is essential.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates for this position should possess a Master of Library Science or MLIS. Previous experience working in a library, or a related field is advantageous. Familiarity with library cataloging systems, such as OCLC and MARC, as well as archival principles, is also preferred. Evening and weekends hours required.

Requirements to Submit Application

All submissions must include a resume and unofficial transcripts. Documents must be sent to humanresources@wilberforce.edu and copy Mr. Sam Johnson at sjohnson3@wilberforce.edu. A complete packet must be submitted for full consideration. The deadline for applications is July 31, 2024.

Wilberforce University

Founded in 1856, Wilberforce University is America’s first private, coeducational University established to educated men and women of African descent; and is closely affiliated with the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Today, Wilberforce is a well-respected private, residential liberal arts university with a clear mission, core values and vision for the future and is a noted pioneer in the Co-Operative Education Movement.

Wilberforce awards the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees in the areas of business, engineering and computing science, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences; as well as the Master of Rehabilitation Counseling degree. The University is located in Wilberforce, Ohio, a community readily accessible to the Dayton, Cincinnati and Columbus metropolitan centers’ social, professional and cultural amenities and airports.

Wilberforce University is an Equal Opportunity Employer

How to Apply:

To apply for the Librarian – 2 PT Positions position, use the “Quick Apply/Submit Resume” button below to submit your information,  cover letter and resume to the Wilberforce University Department of Administration and Human Resources.

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