JOB TITLE: Librarian III

GRADE: 41

REQUISITION #: S01-3038

SALARY: $43,402 - $54,430

HOURS:

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Johns Hopkins University seeks a client- and technology- centered librarian to serve the teaching and research needs of the History, Sociology and Political Science Departments and the related distance education courses and programs in the School of Arts and Sciences. The incumbent will have the opportunity to participate in the Brandeis model of reference service delivery, to develop innovative services for the assigned client groups, to

build and develop the relevant print and digital collections, to work closely with faculty and

students in a liaison-focused library and in developing online courses and projects, to participate in the development and implementation of a digital reference program, to contribute to the library's web site, to work with a group of energetic and service-oriented librarians in the Resource Services Department, and to be part of a forward thinking library system. Hopkins Librarians Have Senior Staff Status.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the general direction of the Head of Resource Services, develops and delivers a range of traditional and innovative library services that facilitate the research and teaching needs of the faculty and students in the assigned departments and related distance education programs in Arts and Sciences. Fulfilling these responsibilities includes cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with faculty and students, selecting traditional and electronic resources for the collection, providing subject-related consultative and instructional services, communicating effectively with the client group to facilitate awareness of the rich array of available services, and developing Web-based resources in assigned subject areas. A high level of interaction between faculty and students and the librarian is essential. Serves as a member of the Resource Services Department, which includes providing reference service via the Brandeis model, participating in departmental activities and working with library-wide groups and other library and university groups in the Hopkins system to coordinate services, initiate projects, and implement programs.

The Sheridan Libraries encompass the Milton S. Eisenhower Library and its collections at the John Work Garrett Library, the George Peabody Library, and the Albert D. Hutzler Undergraduate Reading Room. Its primary constituency is the students and faculty in the schools of Arts & Sciences, Engineering, and Professional Studies in Business & Education. A key partner in the academic enterprise, the library is a leader in the innovative application of information technology and has implemented notable diversity and organizational development programs. The Sheridan Libraries are strongly committed to diversity. A strategic goal of the Libraries is to 'work toward achieving diversity when recruiting new and promoting existing staff.' The Libraries prize initiative, creativity, professionalism, and teamwork. For more information on the library, please consult the library's Web site at http://milton.mse.jhu.edu:8001/.

QUALIFICATIONS:

MLS from an ALA accredited library school with at least two years of collection development and/or reference experience in a library. Advanced degree in History, Sociology or Political Science or experience serving a similar user population. Demonstrated ability to conduct seminars and instructional programs. Knowledge of Two Western European Languages (French and Spanish preferred). Ability to work well with colleagues and a demanding user group. Ability to work flexibly and creatively in a changing environment. Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including some weekends.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience working with information and networked technologies, including designing and creating web sites and pages; experience working in an academic or research library.