Managing Librarian, Information Services

Athabasca University's AVP Learner Experienceis currently recruiting for the position of Managing Librarian, Information Services.

Please note this is a permanent full-time [1.0 FTE] position.

Position Summary:

The Managing Librarian, Information Services is responsible for:

• Supervising the operations of the Library Information Desk, Interlibrary Loans, and the Library mailroom.
• Direct supervision of library assistants who work at the Library Information Desk and in Interlibrary Loans.
• Administration of the Library's call tracking system and chat system.
• Providing reference and instructional services to AU faculty, staff, and students.

This position reports directly to the Associate University Librarian, Learning & Research Services and works closely with other librarians, library staff, and staff across the university.

Qualifications:

• MLS from an ALA-accredited library school or equivalent is required.
• Minimum five years experience of reference service and instruction is required, preferably in an academic library.
• One to two years supervisory experience, including the assessment and training of staff is required.
• Demonstrated service orientation is required.
• A demonstrated understanding of graduate research requirements and processes is required.
• Familiarity with digital literacy or information literacy and tutorial creation software packages is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with document delivery software, such as Relais is preferred.
• Comfort working in a technologically mediated environment an asset.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills are required.
• Excellent communication skills are required.
• Attention to accuracy and detail are essential.
• Experience with the Innovative Interfaces library system is a definite asset.

A detailed job description can be viewed at:Managing Librarian, Information Services

For further information regarding this position, please contact Elaine Fabbro, University Librarian at elainef@athabascau.ca.

Work Location

AU may offer relocation assistance for the right candidate, to support their relocation to the town or county of Athabasca as this position is required to work from our Athabasca location.

To discover the Town and Region of Athabasca, please visit http://www.visitathabasca.ca and http://www.athabasca.ca

Online Applications

We will only accept applications received through our online recruitment system. Please include your resume, letter of application, and the names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three references.

Note: Online applications are accepted until 11:59 p.m. Mountain Standard Time on the closing date.

We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.