Find The RightJob.

Research & Learning Librarian for Humanities & Social Sciences

Position Purpose

Responsible for engagement and outreach to students, faculty, and researchers in the Arts & Sciences, with primary responsibility in the Humanities and Social Sciences. Provides research support, instruction, and collection management in support of the discovery and access to scholarly information.

This is a hybrid work location eligible position.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Masters or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

ALA-accredited degree in library and/or information science, or a combination of an advanced subject or professional degree combined with relevant academic library experience.
Two or more years of post-graduate experience in an academic or research library or a combination of relevant professional experience.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in team environments.
Demonstrated skill and commitment to outreach, engagement, and public service.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; ability to communicate effectively, prioritize tasks, manage time, problem solve, and complete projects.
Knowledge of and proficiency with key information resources in the Humanities and Social Sciences.

Preferred Qualifications

Academic background in the Humanities, or a related interdisciplinary subject.
Experience with developing, delivering, and assessing effective programs and services.
Experience and proficiency with effective teaching methods and practices.
Experience in collection management including selection and budgeting.
Understanding of current issues and trends in scholarly communication and publishing.
Technical proficiency in areas such as discovery systems, learning management systems, assessment tools, and Springshare products.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Jenn Natale

Department Contact Phone Number

646-3965

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Jenn Natale, Head of Research and Learning for Arts & Sciences

Department Contact's Phone Number

Jennifer.J.Natale@dartmouth.edu

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?

Not an essential function

Special Instructions to Applicants

AVAILABLE TO DARTMOUTH COLLEGE LIBRARY WORKERS UNION MEMBERS ONLY DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING. AFTER ONE WEEK IT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY.

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Additional Instructions

Key Accountabilities

Description

Provides research and curricular support by collaborating with faculty and other colleagues. Develops, delivers, and assesses instruction offered in-person and online as well as learning objects such as research guides and video tutorials. Listens and responds appropriately to users, recognizing and honoring cultural differences and their unique research and information-related needs.

Percentage Of Time

30%

Description

Develops, manages, and assesses subject-area resources to support research and teaching. Manages assigned collections budgets, and makes recommendations and decisions related to licensing options, format, deaccessioning, collective collecting, diversity and inclusion, and preservation or digitization initiatives.

Percentage Of Time

20%

Description

Cultivates relationships with faculty, students, and staff to understand their diverse perspectives, expectations, and needs. Identifies resources and services for research, teaching, and publishing and shares this expertise with constituents in liaison areas. Serves as the first point of contact and actively communicates to keep them informed of developments in the library and represents their needs back to the Library.

Percentage Of Time

20%

Description

Participates in committees or task forces related to library and/or campus initiatives and projects. Contributes to the Research & Learning Department’s goals and program development. May lead a committee or manage project teams.

Percentage Of Time

25%

Description

Actively engages in ongoing professional development. Stays current with trends and issues in librarianship and assigned subject disciplines; scholarly publishing and communication; educational technologies and pedagogy; equity, diversity, and inclusion. Contributes to the profession through involvement in relevant national and regional professional associations.

Percentage Of Time

Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.

Performs other duties as assigned

Similar jobs