Reference Librarian

Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy•Aurora, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The selected candidate will be responsible for handling all of the electronic resources, reference, and collection development inquiries and acquisitions. This position is a full-time academic year position. The Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive teaching and learning environment. Through a model of Equity and Excellence, IMSA has committed to advancing equity in STEM education and representation and creating a diverse, inclusive community of global citizens who can realize their full potential and execute our mission to advance the human condition. This Equity and Excellence Work is the intentional integration of Cultural Competence, Diversity, Equity, Equity-Minded Frame, Excellence and Inclusion into every facet of the Academy, with the understanding that it is an active and ongoing process involving structures, processes and people and not an isolated initiative. This position will support IMSA's Equity and Excellence work by ensuring the delivery of quality, equitable, and inclusive support while promoting and maintaining an inclusive work environment and culture that embraces the diversity of people and perspectives collaborating at IMSA to ignite and nurture creative, ethical, scientific minds that advance the human condition.

Requirements

ALA-accredited Master's Degree in Library Science
Knowledge, experience, and proficiency in collection development, reference services, online searching, research strategies, and library instruction.
Experience and interest in academic/school environment.
Positive and strong customer focus.
Significant recent experience and proficiency with current information technologies and computer applications.
Knowledge of current and emerging trends, standards, and practices in collection development and reference.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collegially in a changing and fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals and diverse populations

Nice To Haves

5 years experience in research/school library
Experience in an academic setting

Responsibilities

Regularly review key selection resources to identify potential additions to the collection, both print and electronic, pertinent to the IMSA curriculum, teaching and research practices, residential programs, and general reading interests.
Develop and maintain proactive, working relationships with faculty, staff, and students to stay current with curriculum and teaching directions, subject area needs and interests.
Systematically assess the collection for balance, utility, timeliness, and format.
Identify and coordinate the withdrawal of outdated print and electronic titles.
Prioritize and coordinate the input of orders in an online system.
Promote collections and inform users of new acquisitions of potential interest to them.
Cultivate and implement policies and procedures that reflect the IRC’s values and goals.
Provide proactive, customer-oriented information, reference, and research assistance.
Develop, design, and deliver research skills classes in partnership with faculty and the IRC Supervisor
Create and update online research guides, research skills handouts, Web resources, and displays to leverage knowledge for the community.
Maintain and organize the content on the library’s webpage.
Work harmoniously with IRC team and IMSA community to maximize efficiency of operations and patron services.
Maintain professional knowledge of current trends, developments, standards, best practices, and technologies, especially in reference and collection development.
Conduct special projects in collection development and reference.
Assist in daily library operations and other duties as assigned.
Other duties as assigned.