Social Sciences Collections and GIS Librarian

Wellesley College • Wellesley, MA

7d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Working collaboratively as part of the Collections Services team in the Library Collections Group, the Social Sciences Collections and GIS Librarian is responsible for collection development and management of library materials in all formats related to the social sciences disciplines taught at the College. The incumbent also provides basic instructional support for spatial and numeric data through consultations, workshops, and classroom instruction to assist faculty and students with coursework and research.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Library and Information Sciences or equivalent.
• Additional coursework in one or more social science disciplines taught at the College.
• An understanding of the mission of higher education and the required support of library resources.
• 1-3 years of experience related to the library collections management lifecycle, including selection and assessment.
• 1 year of experience providing consulting, outreach, teaching or support services using instructional technology or information resources.
• Demonstrated experience with ArcGIS StoryMaps.
• Working knowledge of other spatial tools.
• Basic data analysis skills including facility with spreadsheets such as Excel.
• Experience with data visualization methods and tools.
• Ability and willingness to assist people with a wide range of skills (beginner to intermediate) in quantitative analysis and presentation of numeric/spatial data
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer’s sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Works effectively in both independent and team environments, and is able to move quickly between them.
• Communicates effectively with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Able to set priorities and manage multiple tasks.
• Seeks to build a collaborative, accessible, and culturally diverse environment.
• Has an awareness of the implications of information resources and technology as they relate to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Sensitive to the diverse needs of people at all skill levels.
• Enthusiastic service orientation.
• Knowledge of library collection practices.
• Knowledge of instructional practices and associated supporting technologies including software, hardware, and their appropriate use for instruction/research.
• Possesses excellent and creative communication and problem-solving skills
• Able to independently acquire new skills.

Responsibilities

• Works collaboratively to develop and manage Clapp Library’s collections in all formats pertaining to academic disciplines in the social sciences taught at the College.
• Using subject matter expertise, evaluates and selects new materials, determines appropriate licensing and format options, and manages collections in accordance with existing policies and best practices.
• Prepares and delivers instruction and consultation on information and technology resources in academic work related to spatial and numeric data.
• Supports faculty on the design and execution of course assignments and research projects.
• Provides user support for software such as ArcGIS Online, StoryMaps, Google Maps, and spreadsheets for mapping, simple data analysis, and data visualization and presentation.
• Provides individual consultations on research strategies to Community members; consults with faculty members to ensure the availability of library materials to support classroom instruction; provides programs and services designed to educate new and existing users in the effective use of library materials.
• Participates in the outreach and public service work of the Library Collections and Research and Instructional Services groups.
• Provides front-line patron services in LTS service locations, creates and maintains electronic content, and leads/participates in library and technical projects that promote the delivery of service to all members of the user community.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• health, dental, vision and pre-tax saving benefits
• life insurance
• disability coverage
• free parking on our picturesque campus
• paid vacations
• personal days
• sick time
• holidays
• retirement savings plan
• Wellesley College contributes up to 10.5% towards your 403(b) plan for eligible employees
• A hybrid work environment for select positions
• caregiving support through Wellthy
• legal plan insurance
• pet insurance discount
• retirement planning
• access to cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston
• continuing training and pathways for growth
• tuition benefits
• resources to navigate student loan forgiveness
• free use of our state-of-the-art athletic and fitness facilities with onsite fitness classes
• Library resources
• opportunities to attend diverse campus events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level