Job Posting: Librarian, Art Institute of Houston

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Key Job Elements:

• Plan, coordinate, conduct, and assess library and information literacy instruction sessions and programs.
• Provide reference and research assistance to school community.
• Assist school community use of academic support and technology platforms and services including tutoring, student portal and others.
• Author, implement, evaluate and update school library policies and procedures in close collaboration with the school Dean of Academic Affairs, system Director of Learning Resources, and Centralized Library Services Team.
• Maintain library in an orderly manner; perform regular inventory, weed materials, and engage in minor catalog updates when requested by Centralized Library Services Team.
• Process and maintain print periodicals, tracking receipt and filing claims for missing issues.
• Receive, inspect and oversee shelving of materials purchased through Centralized Library Services Team.
• Inform Centralized Library Services Team of school community suggested library purchases.
• Collaborate with School Dean of Academic Affairs, Institutional Effectiveness staff, and Centralized Library Services Team in compiling and submitting information and reports for both internal and external (accreditation) purposes.
• Serve on school committees in order to promote, share, and gather information regarding library and related support services.
• Collaborate with school IT to oversee library hardware and software, including AV equipment.
• Aid Dean of Academic Affairs in selecting, training, and supervising Library Assistants and Student Library Assistants when applicable.
• Administer academic placement and certification tests when applicable.
• Conduct long range planning related job function.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Knowledge:

• Master’s Degree in Library, Information Science, or related from an ALA accredited school
• At least one year experience working in a post-secondary institution library
• Previous experience delivering instruction preferred
• Knowledge of subjects taught by Art Institute system
• Knowledge of library and educational technologies

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Superior organizational, prioritization, and self-motivation skills
• Strong computer skills

Abilities:

• Work effectively a team member to insure that system and school goals are met
• Ability to effectively teach information literacy skills
• Comfort level with expanding and contracting sphere of influence as required at times by the role
• Ability to frequently lift up to 15 pounds

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