Principal Duties:
The College of Mount Saint Vincent seeks a dynamic,
service-oriented multi-skilled Librarian for a full-time,
12-month position reporting to the Library Director. The
successful candidate will participate in the information
literacy instruction program; share in the staffing of
the reference desk which may include one evening; assist
students one on one with research consultation; provide
technology support and instruction in the use of the
library and its resources to students and faculty and
contribute to the library’s web
environment.
Qualification/Requirements:
Required: ALA accredited Master’s degree working
knowledge of Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office
Suite, Front Page, Dreamweaver, and basic web design;
ability to adapt to and use library productivity software
and integrated library systems (e.g., Serials Solutions,
Ebsco’s EJS, Docutek, and Voyager); knowledge of
information literacy concepts, assessment, trends,
standards and pedagogies; effective written/oral
communication and teaching skills; demonstrated awareness
of current developments and issues in the use of
technology to deliver information in an academic library
setting. The applicant must have a keen interest in Web
2.0 technologies and the ability to blend current and
emerging technologies with library applications and
initiatives. This position requires the ability to manage
multiple projects and work successfully both
independently and as a team member with colleagues and
staff. Demonstrated commitment to outstanding student
service and teamwork is essential.
The intent of this job description is to provide a
representation and level of the types of duties and
responsibilities that will be required of positions given
this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of
the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of
any particular position. Employees may be directed to
perform job-related tasks other than those specifically
presented in this description.












