Harrisburg University of Science & Technology invites applications for an entrepreneurial, multi-faceted, and service-oriented information professional for the position of University Librarian. This position, reporting directly to the Office of the Provost, offers exceptional opportunities in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of a wide-range and responsive and innovative library service.
Responsibilities:
1. Information Literacy. Provide leadership in developing a comprehensive information literacy program across the curriculum.
2. Collection-Building, Content Management, and Database Licensing. Develop, coordinate, and organize all electronic and print collections
3. Technology Across the Curriculum. Contribute to the University’s technology and learning mission in conjunction with faculty, OIS, and Learning Technologies.
4. Partnerships, Outreach, and Collaboration. Provide leadership by developing internal and external relationships in grant-writing, program development, or consortia buying agreements.
5. Policy and Planning. Develop policies, priorities, procedures, and practices for the management and dissemination of digital or print content; prepare budgets; supervise support staff or student workers; provide input into relevant University policies such as copyright policy; assess effectiveness of services; and partner with Office of Student Services and Office of Information Services in Learning Commons service delivery model.
Required Qualifications:
• Masters degree in librarianship or information science from an ALA-accredited institution
• Minimum of three to four years academic, corporate, or special library experience
• Thorough understanding of information literacy
• Ability to develop and to deliver instructional sessions
• Experience developing and publishing web-based resources for reference, instruction, or other service delivery
• Experience with collection development, content management, and/or database licensing
• Strong technical orientation
• Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work with colleagues, students, faculty and staff in a rapidly changing multicultural environment
• Demonstrated initiative and flexibility in adapting to change
• Experience with or potential for internal or external partnering
• Experience with integrated library systems cataloging or circulation modules.
Desired Qualifications:
• Demonstrated understanding of science and technology faculty and students’ information needs and the application
of information technologies in serving these populations
• Experience with course management software such as Blackboard or Moodle
• Experience with media, multimedia, web development, or learning technologies
• Experience with electronic portfolios
• Experience with curriculum development, assessment, or program evaluation
• Background, knowledge or interest in learning commons service models.
To apply for this position please go to: www.harrisburgu.edu to complete the application, and include your resume, cover letter, salary requirements, and the name of the position for which you are applying. Email to HR@HarrisburgU.edu. Applications will not be accepted via fax or regular mail.
