Miami University
academic resident librarian program

 

The Miami University Libraries are seeking self-motivated, energetic, service oriented candidates for the academic resident librarian program to serve a one year post-graduate appointment in the University Libraries system (This appointment may be renewed for a second year dependent upon performance and funding). We are looking for librarians who demonstrate the attitudes and behaviors found in the Miami University Libraries' Professional and Personal Competencies http://www.lib.muohio.edu/employment/competencies.html). The successful residence program is in its twentieth year and has successfully provided past residents with the experience necessary to find rewarding positions in academic libraries throughout the United States.

Responsibilities: The Libraries are committed to orienting the recent graduate to the complexities of academic librarianship in a rapidly changing environment. To accomplish this, the successful candidate spend time in an orientation and training program during which the resident will work in all major aspects of librarianship, which may include:

· Providing general reference service (including evening and weekends) to library patrons, both face-to-face and electronically

· Participating in user education as a part of the Libraries' instruction and training program

· Working with electronic information sources and services

· Working in the Technical Services Department in a variety of work processes

After completing the orientation, the resident will receive a permanent work assignment based on the needs of the Libraries and the interests of the individual.

Qualifications: Recent completion (2006 or later) of a Masters Degree program in Library or Information Science from an ALA accredited institution; excellent oral and written communication skills; knowledge of advancing technologies; ability to work collegially in a team environment; the initiative to conceive and carry out projects; the desire to establish good working relationships with faculty and other members of the University community; the skills necessary to provide outreach to multicultural constituents throughout the university, could include Women's Studies, GLBT Studies, Black World Studies, Latin American Studies, etc.

Environment: Miami University Libraries, Oxford, OH, has a tradition of outstanding public service. The Libraries contain over 3.4 million volumes, subscribe to over 50,000 serials and 200+ electronic databases. They serve 850 teaching and research faculty, 15,000 undergraduates, and 1,000 graduate students. The Libraries belong to OCLC, CRL, SPARC, and are active members of the OhioLINK consortium.

Benefits: This is a full-time, twelve-month position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Librarian. Employees of Miami University have a comprehensive benefit package, which currently includes: Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield, major medical disability, dental and term life insurance, and the public employees retirement system or alternate retirement plans including TIAA/CREF. Minimum salary depends on experience and qualifications.

To Apply: Submit letter of application, résumé, and the names, telephone numbers and addresses of three professional references to Judith A. Sessions, Dean and University Librarian, King Library, Miami University, Oxford, OH 45056. Screening of applications will begin June 12, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. Miami University is an EEO-AA employer. Campus Crime and Safety Report – http://www.muohio.edu/righttoknow/