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Job Description

Curriculum Librarian

MLS or Equivalent Degree/Professional Experience in Education (Preferred)

Principal Role

The principal role for the Curriculum Librarian is to provide adequate resources and services to support the teacher education program at Liberty University. Providing these services requires participation in the ordering of appropriate materials, monitoring public service points (including limited circulation) that provide access to these specialized collections, and acting as liaison to the Education Department. He or she oversees a department which includes one full-time assistant, and a number of student workers. Reporting to the Head of Public Services, this person is the primary point of contact for any patrons having unique concerns relating to educational curriculum, children’s literature, or media resources.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Serve in liaison duties to the Education and other departments as professional strengths may apply.
  • Participate in instruction in the availability and use of materials and services offered by the Curriculum Library which is an element of the Integrated Learning Resource Center.
  • Participate in instruction in the selection of resources available in the field of Children’s Literature.
  • Participate in reference and information desk rotation.
  • Participate in regularly scheduled departmental meetings and Librarians’ Council and Faculty Senate Committee meetings as committee appointments demand.
  • Participate in the development and review of the policies and procedures of the ILRC’s public service areas as led by the Head of Public Services.
  • Maintain oversight of the audio-visual collection and the audio/video media stations made available for viewing and listening to the materials that compose this collection.
  • Provide access to print materials placed on reserve by the education department as well as audio-visual materials placed on reserve by instructors and professors of all the university’s academic departments.
  • Maintain proactive and clear communication with the Circulation Supervisor regarding circulation and reserve item policies and procedures.
  • Supervise the provision of special services to the University community such as lamination and the binding of documents.

Qualifications: Education, Experience, Skills

  • MLS degree from an ALA accredited institution or equivalent.
  • Five years of professional library experience, preferred.
  • Second Master’s degree or an undergraduate major in education, preferred.
  • Professional experience in elementary and secondary education, preferred.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of children’s literature and a willingness to maintain currency in the field.
  • Ability to fully and efficiently communicate in both verbal and written formats.
  • Ability to prioritize and effectively address multiple issues/tasks simultaneously.
  • Demonstrate desire and will to develop professionally.
  • Demonstrate desire and will to contribute to professional dialogue via avenues such as conference participation, presentation and traditional, professional publication.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Commitment to effective customer service.
  • Commitment to Christian higher education and endorsement of Liberty University’s doctrinal statement.
  • Ability to supervise assistants and student workers effectively.
  • Congenial and friendly personality with a willingness to assist others.
  • Evident knowledge of the procedures and policies of the Library’s public service areas, upon placement.
  • Promptness and reliability to follow scheduled hours.

Physical Demands

  • Walking, stooping, twisting, reaching, and climbing on stools when necessary to assist in stack maintenance and resource retrieval.
  • Pushing and pulling, lifting and carrying loads of up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to push or pull book carts that weight well over 100 lbs. when loaded.

Availability

This salaried, benefited, full-time, non-tenured, 12-month, faculty position is offered for a minimum of 40 hours per week. Most schedule hours are during weekdays; however, weekend and evening shifts are periodically required.

Individuals wishing to be considered for this position should send letter of interest and resume to Associate Dean, Lowell Walters.