Research Instruction Librarian (49235)

Job Details

Job Location: Randolph College Incorporated - Lynchburg, VA

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

Please send your CV/Resume and a Cover Letter to librarysearch@randolphcollege.edu by July 15, 2024

Research & Instruction Librarian

Department: Lipscomb Library

FLSA Classification: Full-time salaried, exempt

Reports to: Director of the Library

Date: 6/12/2024

Job Description

Summary/objective

The Research & Instruction Librarian provides reference assistance, as well as detailed research and advisory service. The Research & Instruction Librarian provides one-on-one and group bibliographic instruction for students and faculty of the Randolph College community, as well as supporting the first year program and teaching a for-credit interdisciplinary course on library research methods and information literacy. The Lipscomb Library website is designed and maintained by the Research & Instruction Librarian as part of the Library's information service. Collaborates with the Daytime Circulation Supervisor and Director of the Library to provide outreach services to the Randolph College community.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Primary Duties

• Assists Randolph College students and faculty with their information and resource needs, provides quick reference and detailed research advice

• Develops and maintains library references services including the creation of instruction guides

• Prepares and teaches classes in library instruction, individually tailoring classes to the specific needs of the instructor as well as the resource needs of the discipline

• Designs and maintains the Lipscomb Library website as a portal for the information needs of Randolph College faculty and students

• Develops good working relationships with Randolph faculty to meet their informational needs for student instruction and faculty research projects

• Provides instructional support for the College's first year program

• Teaches a for-credit interdisciplinary course on library research methods and information literacy

• Staffs Library reference desk

• Provides faculty support for creating and using affordable and open education resources in the classroom

Other Duties

• Sets priorities for multiple tasks and see projects through to completion

• Supervises library interns when applicable

• Performs duties as required of faculty members at Randolph College, including but not limited to attendance at monthly Faculty meetings, Convocation, and Commencement; and faculty committee assignments

• Maintains current professional and technical knowledge through training and other continuing education opportunities

• Represents the Library and the College at regional, state, and national library association meetings and forums

• Any new duties as determined by the evolution of the position

Competencies

• Computer experience and the ability to learn new software with ease

• Attention to detail, analytical problem solving skills

• Able to work independently, set priorities, and follow through on projects in a multi-tasking position

Supervisory responsibilities

None

Work environment

The work characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regular contact with faculty, staff, students, and third parties to provide information and resolve issues.

Physical demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

FINGER DEXTERITY: Using primarily just the fingers to make small movements such as typing, picking up small objects, or pinching fingers together.

TALKING: Especially where one must frequently convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly.

AVERAGE VISUAL ABILITIES: Average, ordinary visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or products or operate machinery.

PHYSICAL STRENGTH: Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Some lifting (generally 10-25 lbs), walking, and bending, and repetitive movement in the performance of job functions.

Mental Activities and Requirements

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to deal with a variety of variables under only limited standardization. Able to interpret various instructions.

LANGUAGE ABILITY: Ability to read a variety of books, magazines, instruction manuals, and equivalent materials. Ability to prepare memos, reports, and essays using proper punctuation, spelling, and grammar. Ability to communicate distinctly.

Travel required

Travel to state and national conferences or meetings for professional development is expected, but infrequent.

Required education and experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Master's Degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited program

• Proficiency with library computer applications, and experience using social media platforms

• Experience using library support services such as LibGuides, EBSCO EDS, and other common database platforms

• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google applications

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

• Able to adapt to constantly changing technology

• Ability to set priorities

Additional eligibility requirements

Pre-employment criminal background check

Work authorization/security clearance requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

Randolph College is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, political beliefs, or any other classification protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, termination, placement, transfer, layoff, recall, compensation, and training.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Description Intent & Purpose

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All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included. Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded. Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization.

Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. Randolph College maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

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