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Clean Team

Cleaner

Whitestown, IN · On-site

$14.25 - $17/hr

Whitestown, IN 46075 Facility: Whitestown Library Schedule: Monday - Friday | 6:00 AM - 10:30 AM Position: Part-Time Morning Cleaner Start Your Day Making a Difference Clean Team is currently hiring ...

Clean Team

Cleaner

Whitestown, IN · On-site

$14.25 - $17/hr

Whitestown, IN 46075 Facility: Whitestown Library Schedule: Monday - Friday | 6:00 AM - 10:30 AM Position: Part-Time Morning Cleaner Start Your Day Making a Difference Clean Team is currently hiring ...

Clean Team

Cleaner

Whitestown, IN · On-site

$14.25 - $17/hr

... Library in Whitestown, Indiana.If you enjoy working independently, take pride in creating clean and welcoming spaces, and are looking for a consistent weekday morning schedule, we'd love to meet you.

Stem Xpert

IT Librarian

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

... library for the lifecycle management of IT records, general Training Administrative Support and carton records management. * The management of electronic documentation includes storage in two ...

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Library Instructors are professionals who teach individuals or groups how to effectively find, evaluate, and use information resources, typically within a library setting. They may conduct workshops, create research guides, and offer one-on-one instruction to students, faculty, or community members. Their goal is to help users become self-sufficient in navigating library systems, databases, and other information tools. Library Instructors often collaborate with educators to support curriculum needs and promote information literacy.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a library information specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Library Information Specialist, you need strong organizational skills, knowledge of cataloging and classification systems, and typically a degree in library science or a related field. Familiarity with integrated library systems (ILS), digital databases, and information retrieval tools is essential. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills help you assist patrons and collaborate with colleagues effectively. These skills ensure efficient resource management, user satisfaction, and adaptability in evolving information environments.

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Library In positions often accept applicants with little or no prior experience, especially for entry-level roles such as library assistants or clerks. Relevant skills include good communication, organization, and familiarity with library systems or customer service, and some employers may provide on-the-job training. Certifications are generally not required for entry-level library jobs.

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Jobs in a library include librarian, library assistant, library technician, archivist, and library clerk. These roles involve tasks such as managing collections, helping patrons locate materials, cataloging resources, and maintaining library systems, often requiring knowledge of library software and customer service skills.

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Library Information Specialists often encounter challenges such as keeping up with rapidly evolving digital resources, managing diverse patron needs, and maintaining up-to-date cataloging systems. To address these, specialists regularly engage in professional development, collaborate closely with IT staff, and participate in user feedback sessions to enhance service delivery. Open communication within the team and adaptability are key to successfully navigating these challenges and providing effective support to library users.

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Getting hired as a librarian typically requires a master's degree in library science or information studies and relevant experience. Competition can be moderate, especially for positions in desirable locations or specialized libraries, but strong qualifications and certifications can improve chances of employment.
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Head of Collection Services and Strategies, Butler Libraries

Butler University

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

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Position Overview
Butler University Libraries invites applications for the position of Head of Collection Services & Strategies. This position sits on the Library Leadership team and provides leadership and vision for a six-person department responsible for library acquisitions, resource sharing, management of electronic and print collections, and scholarly communication. As a member of the library faculty, the position also includes liaison responsibilities such as instruction, collection development, and research support for designated academic programs. Butler Libraries encourages the exploration of innovative approaches to this work and seeks candidates who can thoughtfully advance emerging models of creating, accessing, and disseminating information. The ideal candidate is a communicative, collaborative leader, who values expertise, genuinely listens, and builds strong relationships within the department, library, and campus community. This is a 12-month, continuing (non-tenured) faculty appointment reporting to the Dean of Libraries.
Responsibilities
  • Lead and mentor a team of librarians and staff, fostering a culture of excellent service, professional growth, and workplace equity.
  • Set priorities and coordinate the department's responsibilities:
    • Oversee physical and electronic collections,
    • Manage license and resource-sharing agreements,
    • Guide the improvement and future development of library systems that support user-centered discovery and access, and
    • Interpret data relating to operating budget and scholarly publishing to inform strategic goals and decision-making.
  • Represent the library in a leadership capacity at the University level:
    • Communicate the library's strategic priorities,
    • Collaborate on university-wide committees and initiatives to support and further the university's strategic vision, and
    • Build connections across campus to inform collection development priorities.
  • Serve as liaison librarian to assigned departments/programs:
    • Deliver course integrated instruction,
    • Support collection development, and
    • Provide reference/research services to students, faculty, and staff.
  • Engage and collaborate within the Private Academic Library Network of Indiana (PALNI) consortium, which provides the Libraries' core systems, by contributing to consortium initiatives and providing expertise to other PALNI libraries.

Required Qualifications
  • Master's of Library/Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution.
  • Minimum of 5 years of library experience with two or more years of experience in an academic setting.
  • Personnel supervision or management experience that focuses on collaborative and communicative environments (may include the supervision of student workers).
  • Experience in one or more of the following areas: acquisitions, e-resources, resource sharing, scholarly communication or systems management, with knowledge of or interest about the others.
  • Evidence of scholarly activities such as presentations, publications, and/or grants.

Preferred Qualifications
We recognize that strong candidates may not meet every qualification. We encourage you to apply and highlight how your experiences align with Butler Libraries' needs.
  • Five or more years of post-MLIS professional academic library experience with increasing levels of responsibility, in two or more of the following areas: acquisitions, e-resources, resource sharing, scholarly communication, systems management.
  • Awareness of responsible and ethical use of emerging technologies.
  • Knowledge of repositories, open access initiatives, copyright, and intellectual property.
  • Experience managing a professional budget.
  • Experience with Koha ILS or EBSCO Discovery Service.
  • Experience delivering information literacy instruction.
  • Reading knowledge of another language besides English.
  • Previous academic promotion to rank of Associate Professor or has the professional and scholarly portfolio to merit an Associate Rank.

Applicants for the position should submit:
  • A letter of interest
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • The names and contact information for three professional references
  • A reflection on how you would approach information literacy instruction (one page or less)

Inclusive and evidence-based pedagogy is expected at Butler University. Please indicate your previous experience with or commitment to these practices in your information literacy instruction reflection.
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
For questions about the position, please contact Liz Lang at llang@butler.edu. All applications must be submitted through Butler University's hiring portal to be considered.
About Us
Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy & Health Sciences and Founder's College. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.
Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University offers more than just a job-it's an opportunity to join a dedicated, innovative, and supportive community grounded in equity, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Aligned with Boldly Butler, our strategic plan, faculty and staff play a vital role in delivering transformational learning experiences, enriching our campus and community, and ensuring a thriving Butler for generations to come.
Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected category.

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