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SalaryProvides reference and instruction services to users of the Union College Libraries, in addition to other projects.
Characteristics, Duties, and Responsibilities
- Assists patrons in finding information in a variety of formats, either at UCC or elsewhere.
- Instructs individual users in the use of the libraries.
- Works with faculty and the Bibliographic Instruction Librarian to provide instruction to groups and classes, as scheduled.
- Keeps statistics of library services rendered while on duty.
- Assists with special projects and programs as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Libraries or his/her designe(e).
Education Requirements
- American Library Association accredited Masters of Library Science degree required.
Experience
- Academic Library experience strongly preferred.
Competencies and Skills Required
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong reference experience.
- Strong Library instruction and/or teaching experience.
- Curiosity
- Quick study
- Knowledge of electronic outreach for libraries.
- Commitment to a culturally diverse perspective.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of computer applications in library and office environment.
- Experience with Windows applications.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- This position’s duties are normally performed in a typical interior/residence work environment, based on the activity scheduled.
- Some physical effort required; however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
- Some travel required.
Salary
$32/hour
Additional Information
Union College does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination, as required by state and/or federal law, in all programs and activities, including employment and access to its career and technical programs.
Union College is an EEO/AAP Employer/Protected Veteran/Disabled
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Disclaimer: This job description outlines the general nature and key features performed by various positions that share the same job classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of all employees assigned to the job. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or re-assign duties to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other business reasons.
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We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits. We also offer twenty vacation days, ten paid holidays, and a ten-week summer work schedule which allows the college to close on Fridays. Other additional benefits include gym privileges, tuition remission for credit and non-credit courses at Union College, and tuition reimbursement for an approved degree program at an accredited college or university.
Union College is an EEO/AAP Employer/Protected Veteran/Disabled
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Disclaimer: This job description outlines the general nature and key features performed by various positions that share the same job classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of all employees assigned to the job. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or re-assign duties to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other business reasons.
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We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits. We also offer twenty vacation days, ten paid holidays, and a ten-week summer work schedule which allows the college to close on Fridays. Other additional benefits include gym privileges, tuition remission for credit and non-credit courses at Union College, and tuition reimbursement for an approved degree program at an accredited college or university.
Terms of Employment
Part-time hours not to exceed 25 hours per week. Must be able to work at any of all three campus libraries. Flexible schedule to meet department needs. Some evening, weekends, and extended hours will be required. Ability and willingness to travel on short notice to all on and off- campus sites as needed by the college. Employee must establish primary residency in New Jersey within one year of appointment unless an exemption applies.
