Digital/Research Services Librarian - PT

Westminster Theological Seminary • Glenside, PA

24d • Onsite

About The Position

Serve as a catalyst for planning, delivery, and continuous improvement of diversified library services to students and faculty.

Requirements

• Previous related library experience and related course work.
• A graduate degree in Theology, Divinity, or Religious Studies
• A graduate degree in Library and Information Science from an A.L.A accredited program.
• Superior communication skills (written and in person); working knowledge of one or more foreign languages.
• Exploration and proficiency RE: effective use of relevant technologies.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work both individually and collaboratively
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and in a timely and courteous manner
• A creative and resourceful approach to projects and processes
• Eagerness to build partnerships within and beyond the library
• Proven ability to analyze and complete complex projects
• Adaptability and resourcefulness within a constantly changing environment

Responsibilities

• Create and manage Libguides, Loom screencasts, and other related content to assist students in the digital environment, especially with their changing research needs.
• Keep the library website updated, assist with any redesigns, and ensure that campus communication channels are kept current with any library announcements.
• Manage library interaction with the Circle online platform, and collaborate with Learning Experience staff to provide support for online students.
• Additional responsibilities related to management of the digital collection.
• Maintain, support and update library software systems, (e.g. Sierra, EBSCO Discovery Service, etc.). Working with the Information Systems Director, responsible for coordinating system migrations.
• Training library staff in the usage of library software systems, resolving problems with library software systems and serving as the principal contact with software and systems vendors, etc.
• Ensure patron access to online periodicals in collaboration with the staff member who manages subscriptions
• Reserves: timely and efficient communication with faculty RE: addition of materials to Reserve collection; timely removal of materials from Reserves at the conclusion of term, etc.
• Circulation: cover shifts as needed at the Circulation Desk. May include occasional evenings/weekend shifts.
• In collaboration with the director and other staff, field research inquiries (internal and external) RE: the library’s holdings, and access to heritage resources.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time