by Zach Miller
Quick Summary
Applications will be reviewed immediately upon receipt until the position is filled. Candidates must hold an MLS/MLIS degree from an ALA-accredited institution, and those who have experience working with Ex Libris’ Alma/Primo and Springshare products are preferred.
Text courtesy of Amanda Walch, Director of Libraries/Assistant Professor, University of Jamestown.
The University of Jamestown is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Digital Services Librarian who will develop, coordinate, and deliver information literacy instruction and manage digital resources to support the university community’s academic and research needs, reporting to the Director of Libraries. The successful candidate will be a dynamic and flexible individual with expertise in both the instructional and technical aspects of librarianship. This full-time, 12-month role holds faculty status (Instructor or Assistant Professor) and is located in Jamestown, ND. One evening a week (6pm-10pm) and occasional travel to the University of Jamestown’s Fargo, ND, site will be required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Manages and provides access to digital resource collections, including database products, licenses, user authentication software, and relevant areas of the library’s integrated library system (ILS).
- Manages technical data and account integrity for the library’s collection of digital resources, including in collaboration with campus IT, vendor/content providers’ technical staff, and statewide and regional consortia to which the UJ Libraries belong.
- Participates in the UJ Libraries’ information literacy instruction program including:
- Developing and delivering information literacy instruction sessions and workshops to students and faculty.
- Collaborating with faculty to integrate information literacy into the curriculum.
- Teaching sections of the library’s 1-credit research skills course.
- Provides research help and reference services to the UJ community, especially students and faculty.
- Creates and maintains online guides, tutorials, and other instructional materials.
Job Requirements
The appointed individual will have:
- An MLS/MLIS degree from an ALA accredited program (completed prior to start date).
- Demonstrated experience with integrated library systems and their applications.
- Ability to work independently and effectively across organizational lines and in collaboration with a variety of individuals and groups to plan improvements and resolve problems.
- Ability to provide one-on-one or group training and instruction on processes to individuals or groups.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Effective communication, interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Experience/Qualifications
- Academic library experience.
- Experience working with Ex Libris’ Alma/Primo and Springshare products.
- Experience providing information literacy instruction and research support to online students.
To Apply
Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts (unofficial) of graduate degree or proof of enrollment in a graduate program demonstrating satisfactory progress, contact information for three references, and a brief statement of your personal teaching philosophy and interests to Julie Smith, Academic Affairs Administrative Assistant, at julie.smith@uj.edu. Application review begins immediately and will continue until position is filled. To see the full job post, visit the University of Jamestown's jobs website.
About the University
Established as Jamestown College in 1883 by members of the Presbyterian church, The University of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts university granting Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees. Graduate programs include master’s degrees in Education, Leadership, and Clinical Counseling and doctoral degrees in Physical Therapy (DPT) and Clinical Research (PhD). The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.
