Head of Reference

Job Number: 
245
Location: 
Hunt Memorial Library
Department: 
Academics
Responsibilities: 

Managing all aspects of reference department, including collection development, evaluating and maintaining reference collection and bound periodicals. This position manages the daily reference and instruction program, assisting patrons in the use of library resources. Academic library experience required. Familiarity with Voyager system software, preferred.

Coordinating all reference services, supervising and training department personnel, program assessment, and bibliographic instruction. Writing policies and procedures and participating in professional development activities.

Must possess outstanding customer service skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, management and organizational skills. Show creativity and adaptability in the face of a challenging work environment with multiple demands. Work with students and campus faculty. Serve on various committees. Position requires working some nights and weekends. Supervisory experience necessary.

Qualifications: 

MLIS/MLS from an ALA-accredited program and at least five years of supervisory experience.