Job DescriptionPURPOSE AND SCOPE: The librarian's role is to support learning through the provision of instruction, reference, and collection development services to a diverse constituency of students, faculty, staff, and community members. The librarian collaborates with faculty, staff, and administrators to ensure students have access to the resources needed to support the curriculum across multiple modalities. The librarian will be assisting the public via the library's mission as a Harris County public library.Essential Job FunctionsProvides general reference services in a variety of in-person and electronic formats to students and the publicProvides individualized and class instruction in the use of library resources to support the development of information literacy skills, as well as technology skills for the publicDevelops outreach and cocurricular activities for students, faculty, and community partners, in order to promote library services and support cross‑disciplinary learning outside of the classroom, including outreach to the public in the community.Serves as liaison to multiple academic departments to provide subject‑tailored information literacy instruction, develop research guides, and assist with collection developmentAssists in maintaining and developing the library's collection including print, audiovisual and electronic resourcesEvaluates, recommends, introduces, and maintains innovative technology to assist with student learning and successAdministers on‑going assessments of library services and programsMeets institutional service and professional development goals as determined in collaboration with dean/directorResponsible for other reasonable, related duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAbility to teach information literacy courses at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needsExcellent interpersonal, customer service, oral and written communication skillsKnowledge and understanding of the importance of information literacy in developing student learning in an academic institutionAbility to effectively use technology in the performance of the job and in the classroom, including computers, laptops, eBook readers, tablets, pads, and other mobile devices, as well as online and virtual technologiesPhysical AbilitiesThe work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.Work Schedule and ConditionsEquipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipmentInterface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the positionWork is performed in a climate‑controlled office/library/classroom environment with minimal exposure to safety hazardsSchedule includes nights and weekendsRequired QualificationsMaster's degree in Library Science / Information Science from an ALA‑accredited institutionSalaryCommensurate with education, experience and qualifications.BenefitsBy joining our top‑notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and an excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, wellness programs, professional development opportunities, sabbatical opportunities and more.#J-18808-Ljbffr