Library Information Science Jobs in Poughkeepsie, NY

Position Title:

Research Services Librarian (Part-Time)

Department/School:

Library

Salary/Pay Rate:

$22.76 - $24.00

Job Summary:

The Research Services Librarian provides services to faculty and students both individually and in group settings in multiple formats at multiple locations. This person teaches information literacy skills to students and faculty and participates in the professional work of the library by assisting with policies and procedures. This role also serves as circulation supervisor when needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's Degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science

Essential Functions:

• Assist patrons with research needs:
  • Assist patrons with reference queries in person, over the phone and chat, and by email.
  • Instruct patrons in use of library resources and online library system.
  • Conduct online and other database searches.
  • Direct patrons to appropriate service points.
  • Participate in Interlibrary Loan activity.
• Information Literacy Instruction
  • Schedule sessions with faculty to develop Pathfinders and provide other requested services.
  • Develop information literacy tools such as LibGuides, activities, and handouts.
  • Present library instruction sessions and Orientations as needed.
  • Instruct faculty, students and staff in the use of Library information materials, resources, and services.
  • Assist faculty in assignment development
• Participate in the professional work of the Library
  • Participate with the other librarians in maintaining a balanced collection policy and effective budget allocation process under the direction of Budget and Resource Management Librarian.
  • Assist in the discussion and formulation of library policies and procedures and in problem resolution.
  • Cooperate with other librarians to provide service and assistance according to library objectives.
• Complete project-based work in service of the research and information needs of the Marist community.
• Assist in coverage of the Public Services desk as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

Reference experience in an academic library

Required Application Documents:

Resume, Cover Letter, & Contact Information of 3 Professional References 

About Marist University:

Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential learning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programs offering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal to the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusive community. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational expertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has been acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review, and others. To learn more, please visit https://www.marist.edu/about 

Type of Position:

Part-time

Classification:

Administrative (Hourly)

Months per Year:

12

Work Schedule:

Primarily evenings and weekends

Hours per Week:

16

Location:

Marist University Main Campus

Number of Position Openings:

1

Equal Employment Statement:

Marist University is committed to creating an inclusive workforce on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end, the University will strive to achieve the full and fair participation of all members of the Marist community.

Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes persons in one of these protected groups. The University will review its employment policies and procedures to ensure that barriers which may unnecessarily exclude protected groups are identified and eliminated. The University will also explore alternative approaches if any policy or practice is found to have a negative impact on protected groups.

Marist's policy of non-discrimination includes not only employment practices but also extends to all services and programs provided by the University. It shall be considered a violation of University policy for any member of the community to discriminate against any individual or group with respect to employment or attendance at Marist University on the basis of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other condition established by law.