[Libs-Or] Job Posting - Portland - Reference & Instruction Librarian – Science & Social Sciences

[Stephanie Doig]

POSITION: Reference and Instruction Librarian – Science and Social Sciences

TYPE: LIMITED DURATION (10/1/2023-5/30/2024), coverage for sabbatical leave

LOCATION: Portland State University Library, Portland, OR

POSTED: August 4, 2023, open until finalists identified


Position Summary


The Reference and Instruction Librarian – Science & Social Sciences
provides reference and information services for the University’s students
and faculty as-well-as members of the general public; participates in a
dynamic instructional program, including classroom and online instruction;
consults and collaborates with scholars; and coordinates information
resources to support the instructional and research needs of a diverse
institution. Some evening and weekend reference duty and/or instruction is
required. This position will serve as a liaison to academic units including
Anthropology, Environmental Science & Management, Geology, Geography,
Sustainability, and Systems Science.


Portland State University non-tenure track faculty members contribute to
faculty governance activities within the Library and the University and
engage in research activities and professional service, as assigned.


This full-time, limited duration, 8-month, non-tenure track faculty
position reports to the Research & Instruction Services Manager.



Duties:

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   Supports the instructional and research needs of liaison areas,
   including research consultations for students and faculty.
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   Collaborates with teaching faculty to develop discipline-appropriate
   instruction in liaison areas.
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   Assesses the information needs and availability of information resources
   for liaison areas; selects books and other information resources as
   appropriate.
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   Participates in the Library’s information literacy and general
   instruction program via online platforms (synchronous and asynchronous) and
   face-to-face.
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   Provides reference and information services for the University’s
   students and faculty as well as members of the general public through the
   Library’s reference services (reference desk, chat, and email) and through
   various information and communications technologies, and may include work
   during some evening and weekend hours. Develops learning objects,
   tutorials, subject guides, and course guides.
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   Maintains awareness of scholarly communication and copyright issues in
   general and within the assigned disciplines and contributes to advocacy
   efforts.
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   Keeps colleagues informed of current issues and developments in the
   field related to the subject areas of responsibility.
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   Engages in scholarship and research activities, as assigned.
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   Contributes to faculty governance activities within the Library and the
   University, as assigned.
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   Engages in professional service, as assigned.
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   Supports the mission, goals, and objectives of the University and the
   Library.
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   Other duties as assigned.


Key Cultural Competencies

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   Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates
   differences.
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   Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the
   context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and
   cultural backgrounds.
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   Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in
   diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change
   for continual improvement
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   Adheres to all PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited
   Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.



Required Qualifications

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   ALA-accredited MLS.


Preferred Qualifications

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   Experience working in an academic, special, or public library
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   Experience providing research support services to faculty or other
   researchers
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   Experience developing online learning objects such as tutorials, videos
   using multimedia software and platforms
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   Demonstrated familiarity with information literacy concepts
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   Demonstrated familiarity with science or social sciences or degree in
   one of the assigned liaison areas


Compensation

PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking
into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and
abilities, market parity, and internal equity. The starting monthly salary
for this position will be $5,111/month. The salary may be negotiated
dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and
approval from HR.


An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a
generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for
employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System
schools: https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview


Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our
benefits package:
https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator


To Apply:

To apply, please create an account and apply through the Portland State
University career portal: https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/42342


Posting will remain open until finalists are identified.


For those requiring a reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with
the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a
disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for
a position with Portland State University, please call 503-725-4926 or
email askhrc at pdx.edu.



Portland State University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity
institution and welcomes applications from diverse candidates and
candidates who support diversity.
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