Reference & Instruction Librarian

Qualifications:

• Master of Library Science (MLS) from an ALA accredited program
• Minimum of 2 years related library experience in an academic library, 3-5 years’ experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Required knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Subject knowledge and demonstrated interest in one or more Humanities disciplines
• Knowledge of library instruction practices and ability to deliver effective and engaging instruction in-person and online
• Familiarity with a broad range of print and electronic research tools and databases
• Ability to offer research support in consultations with students and faculty
• Working knowledge of library technology tools and platforms (ex.: Canvas, Zoom, Panopto, Qualtrics, LibGuides, etc.)
• Knowledge of current trends in reference and instructional services
• Effective verbal and written communication

Desirable knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Fluency in a language other than English
• Secondary degree in a Humanities discipline
• Experience with academic library collection development
• Knowledge of developments in scholarly publishing
• Experience with RefWorks

Desirable qualities:

• Mission and Service orientation
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Results orientation
• Accountability and discretion
• Adaptability; innovative and creative thinking
• Collaboration, teamwork, effective human relations skills

Physical Requirements:
Seeing: 75 – 100%
Hearing: 75-100%
Standing/Climbing/Mobility: 25-49%
Lifting/Pulling/Pushing 0-24% (pound:15 lbs.)
Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: 75-100%
Travel: No
Exposure to Blood Borne pathogens: No

AAP/EEO Statement:
Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination.

Disclosure Statement:
This description describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Regular, reliable attendance is an essential function and all employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. Employees may also be required to work in excess of normal working hours as workloads and seasonal activities necessitate. A complete description is available in the Human Resource office located at 3006 Webster Street Omaha, NE. Creighton University reserves the right to modify duties, responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice.