Institution:

American University Library

Job Titles:

Reference/Instruction Librarian & Interim Business Librarian

Job Descriptions:

REFERENCE/INSTRUCTION LIBRARIAN: The American University Library is seeking an innovative, energetic and service-oriented librarian to work in a collaborative, team oriented environment. Responsibilities: This position is primarily focused on providing information literacy instruction and support through our College Writing program. Additionally, the librarian will provide research and reference services to a diverse user population through the reference desk, chat, and during individual appointments with students and faculty. The Instruction/Reference Librarian will also participate in the larger information literacy instruction program, will create, update and maintain learning objects and will serve as a member of the library faculty. American University Library has a tiered information literacy plan. In the first year through our embedded partnerships with College Writing we introduce students to the baseline information literacy skills that they will need to succeed in any academic program. Also, American University Library strives to incorporate information literacy instruction into all levels of the university's curriculum. Some evening and weekend hours may be required. The Instruction/Reference Librarian is a member of the Division of Research, Teaching and Learning [RTL]. Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

INTERIM BUSINESS LIBRARIAN: The Interim Business Librarian will serve in a temporary capacity during a national search for a full time Business Librarian. The successful candidate would be eligible to apply for the full time Business Librarian position. Responsibilities: As the Research and Instruction Librarian for Business, the librarian will be the point person for research assistance, information literacy instruction and collection development in support of the curriculum and the faculty research at the Kogod School of Business, as well as business-related research across campus. The librarian will work closely with the faculty and administration of the Kogod School of Business to ensure that the University Library is able to meet their research and pedagogical needs and to increase awareness of library resources. In collection development, the Business Librarian: ¿ Reviews and selects research materials (print and digital) to support faculty and student research for Kogod. Provides high-level subject specific reference assistance to Kogod faculty and students, as well as basic research assistance to all students and faculty. Teaches subject specific instruction sessions and participates in the baseline information literacy instruction for all students. Creates appropriate online tools to support Kogod students and faculty. Supports interdisciplinary initiatives across academic units that require expertise in business librarianship. Serves on the Library's Collections Management Team and participates in decisions that affect the overall research materials collection. Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Job Requirements:

Reference/Instruction Librarian: ALA accredited M.L.S. Experience in academic librarianship preferred.
Interim Business Librarian: ALA accredited M.L.S. Experience in academic librarianship and business librarianship preferred.

The Kogod School of Business at American University is the oldest accredited business school in Washington, D.C. With more than 1500 students, Kogod offers a full-time, Professional (part-time) and Online MBA programs in seven specialized Masters of Science degree programs and robust undergraduate business degree program. All Kogod programs are designed to integrate a business education with a global perspective. With a focus on Business in the Capital and entrepreneurship, through the innovation incubator, Kogod actively connects students with community and facilitates putting their ideas into action. The American University Library serves the AU community through a collection of over 1,300,000 volumes, 52,000 media and sound recordings. Notable collections include a branch music library, a strong visual media collection, special collections and university archives, a K-12 curriculum materials center, and numerous partner collections across campus including those with GLBTA, Career, and Visual Arts resources. AU Library has affiliate collections at the Washington College of Law and at the Wesley Theological Seminary. The AU Library collection totals over 125,000 journal subscriptions in all subjects. The Library has 20 library faculty, 73 full-time staff and other professionals, and about 140 student assistants. The library's budget is about $14.4 million. The American University Library is an active member of the Washington Research Library Consortium, and it holds membership in LOCKSS, SPARC, the Patriot League Libraries Group and the University Libraries Group. American University offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, many with international focus, to more than 12,000 students. American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual's genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively Protected Bases) in its programs and activities. American University is a tobacco and smoke free campus. The private university with a public responsibility.

How to Apply:

Submit a letter of application, resume, and the contact information (name, mailing address, email address, and telephone number) of three references through Interfolio.
Reference/Instruction Librarian: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Position available immediately and ends August 31, 2017.
Interim Business Librarian: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Position available immediately for six months and may be extended.