Assistant Librarian, Reference Services

• Position Type: Regular

Job Number: SA45724

Fair Labor Standard Act Classification Exempt

Anticipated Pay Range: $70,000 - $72,000

Pay Range Information

Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate's qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

Job Description Summary

The Reference Librarian assists students, faculty and other staff in the effective use of learning resources in the Leatherby Libraries. Duties may include evening and weekend hours.

Key work in research support activities may include any combination of the following:Reference instruction and special projects in reference support materials as assigned.

• Maintain statistics and associated public services record keeping.
• Participate in liaison and instruction to appropriate departments, based on organizational needs.
• Participate in archival and special collections projects, in consultation with the University Archivist.The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. More information on diversity and inclusion at Chapman University is available at https://www.chapman.edu/diversity.

Responsibilities

• Reference (in person, email, phone, and chat). Develop and refine research guides and other online instructional materials. Maintain reference statistics. Coordinate the reference schedule. Other duties as assigned.
• Participate in liaison and instruction to appropriate departments, based on organizational needs.
• Participate in archival and special collections projects, in consultation with the University Archivist.
• Professional development to include reviewing of library related literature, scholarly or creative activities, and reflective analysis.Required Qualifications
• ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS degree.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact within a diverse organization.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service and working in a team environment.
• Proven ability to exercise sound judgment and make appropriate decisions/recommendations.
• Commitment to professional growth and development.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and coordinate work among different projects.
• Strong analytical, organizational and time management skills.Desired Qualifications
• Demonstrated experience delivering reference service and library instruction, preferably in an academic library.
• Demonstrated knowledge and search experience with academic resources, including electronic resources.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with archival materials and/or special collections.
• Ability to create research guides and library instructional materials.
• Ability to direct, supervise, and evaluate the work of other employees or student employees.Special Instructions to Applicants

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic global community. The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

The University is committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. More information on diversity and inclusion at Chapman University can be found at www.chapman.edu/diversity.

Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Chapman University does not sponsor applicants for Staff and Administrator positions for work visas.

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.