Reference and Instruction Librarian

Carson-Newman University is a Christian, liberal arts-based University built upon the Lordship of Jesus Christ as evidenced historically and revealed in the Scriptures.

Our mission as Christian educators is to help our students reach their full potential as educated citizens and worldwide servant leaders.

Job Title:

Reference & Instruction Librarian

Department:
Library

Reports To:

Dean of Library Services

Location:

On-site

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Annual duration:
Defined in Contract

Expected hours per week:
Full-time, including some nights and weekend work.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Helps supervise student workers

Summary

Description:

Assist and support the Dean of Library Services; deliver research and reference services to patrons, guiding them in accessing and utilizing the library's print and digital resource collections; design and deliver information literacy instruction sessions and serve as the library liaison to designated academic departments; contribute to the development and maintenance of the library's website to enhance user experience.

Essential Functions:

* As an intentionally Christian academic community hiring Christian educators, all employees will be expected to advance the mission, vision, and identity of Carson-Newman University as defined in university policy and expressed in our strategic plan and are expected to work as cooperative and collegial members of the University.

* The University expects all employees to conduct themselves in a manner that is appropriate for a Christian institution and to be worthy examples in moral conduct and behavior for the students of the University and fellow employees both on and off campus.

* Regular attendance during scheduled work hours reflects a commitment to our shared mission and the campus community.

* If applicable, all work must be performed in alignment with the terms of the signed contract.

* As Christian educators, all employees of the University should regularly attend and actively participate in a local church.

* Provide research assistance to students, faculty, staff, and community patrons in-person and via phone, email, and chat services, including Lib Answers, Lib Chat, and virtual research consultations.

* Serve as liaison and provide reference and instruction services to graduate and upper-division undergraduate students and faculty across disciplines, including Health Sciences, Education, Counseling, and the College of Professional Studies.

* Collaborate with faculty to support student research.

* Create and maintain subject and course-specific research guides.

* Create and update tutorials and other online learning objects.

* Maintain and update the library's website.

* Participate in professional workshops, conferences, and meetings.

* Serve on University Committees.

* Provides building supervision and reference on nights and weekends, as needed.

* Other duties, as assigned.

This description is designed to describe the general nature of the job and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and duties. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned and included in assessments and reviews.

Education:

A master's degree in library science, information science, or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program

Experience:

Previous teaching or information literacy experience in an academic library setting.

Required Skills:

Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills; strategic and analytical thinking.

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

Must be able to access and navigate campus facilities.