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Job Description

Do you want to be part of a growing university library with a teaching-focused mission? Do you have a passion for working with students and teaching information literacy and research skills to further enhance academic success, scholarship, and lifelong learning? We are looking for library staff to provide personalized, on-demand library assistance to enrich the learning experience and support intellectual inquiry and discovery.

Phoenix metro area in-person position with potential work from home option one day a week dependent on schedule needs.

The schedule is: Sunday - Wednesday 2pm - 10:30pm and Saturday 11:45am - 8:15pm

What you will do:

+ Provides on-demand individualized reference assistance to students, staff, and faculty in a high-volume customer service environment.

+ Designs and delivers group and individual instruction ranging from general information literacy sessions and library orientations to advanced subject-specific class sessions to teach how to find, use, and evaluate information.

+ Develops expected learning outcomes for library instruction sessions that align with professional standards and pedagogical practices.

+ Promotes library resources and services to the University community.

+ Participates in activities of professional organizations and keeps abreast of library trends in the professional literature.

+ Maintains awareness of technology and tools used in academic research.

+ Maintains familiarity with scholarly communications for teaching, learning, and research.

+ Works collaboratively in a team environment to share best practices.

+ Provides a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement, and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

+ Position may require evening and weekend hours.

+ Other duties as assigned.

What you will have:

+ American Library Association accredited master’s degree in library or information science

+ Professional experience in an academic library preferred

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as excellent oral and written communications skills

+ Ability to assist others in the use of personal computers

+ Experience teaching students with diverse backgrounds and varying levels of proficiency

+ Must pass pre-employment background check

Application Instructions

Please click on the link below to apply for this position. A new window will open and direct you to apply at our corporate careers page. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Posted: 7/2/2024

Job Status: Full Time

Job Reference #: R000055632

Summary About the position: This position will be assigned to the Library on Luke AFB AZ. This is a Regular Part-Time position guaranteed 20 hours per work week and benefit package. Work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing; recurring activities such as bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, and reaching; pushing loaded book trucks; and recurring lifting of moderately heavy items. Responsibilities Monitors all circulation and technical service operations and resolves problems and deviations. Trains new staff in circulation and technical services procedures and processes. Evaluates circulation and technical service policies, procedures, and processes and recommends improvements and/or changes. Monitors expenditures versus allocations for all monies. Ensures payment is made for materials ordered. Posts and revises library balance records and financial records, maintaining accuracy. Devises and adapts various search strategies within the library's holdings and utilizes online or other technologies to provide reference services to customers. Answers more in-depth or difficult questions that require the use of outside sources. Catalogs books using Cataloging-in Publication (CIP). Assists Supervisory Librarian in developing the library marketing plan. Develops publicity and marketing materials for review and approval. Administers library programs and prepares an after-action report and evaluation. Conducts library tours and orientations. Uses varied and advanced functions of computer processing to prepare, format, modify, edit, email and print a variety of letters, memos, and other documents. Independently carries out assignments. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12470864 Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 07/17/2024 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Completion of some college or a college degree is desirable. Specialized experience in a library that provided specific knowledge of library rules, policies, and procedures for circulation and technical service. Computer experience or training in computer applications such as Windows, Word, Excel, Access, the Internet and new technologies. Strong typing skills are required; ability to type 40 words per minute. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: College Degree Computer Experience Customer Interaction Library Procedures Lifting Physical Mobility Reach Typing Skill Understand English Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional Information Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal Affiliation. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct deposit is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check. A probationary period may be required. Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD). Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement. Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible. This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force. This position is included in a bargaining unit. Union Name AFGE and Local or Chapter Number 1547.

Reference & Instruction Librarian job in Phoenix, AZ with Grand Canyon University

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Reference & Instruction Librarian

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Job Description

Do you want to be part of a growing university library with a teaching-focused mission? Do you have a passion for working with students and teaching information literacy and research skills to further enhance academic success, scholarship, and lifelong learning? We are looking for library staff to provide personalized, on-demand library assistance to enrich the learning experience and support intellectual inquiry and discovery.

Phoenix metro area in-person position with potential work from home option one day a week dependent on schedule needs.

The schedule is: Sunday - Monday 2pm - 10:30pm and Thursday - Saturday 11:45am - 8:15pm

What you will do:

+ Provides on-demand individualized reference assistance to students, staff, and faculty in a high-volume customer service environment.

+ Designs and delivers group and individual instruction ranging from general information literacy sessions and library orientations to advanced subject-specific class sessions to teach how to find, use, and evaluate information.

+ Develops expected learning outcomes for library instruction sessions that align with professional standards and pedagogical practices.

+ Promotes library resources and services to the University community.

+ Participates in activities of professional organizations and keeps abreast of library trends in the professional literature.

+ Maintains awareness of technology and tools used in academic research.

+ Maintains familiarity with scholarly communications for teaching, learning, and research.

+ Works collaboratively in a team environment to share best practices.

+ Provides a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement, and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

+ Position may require evening and weekend hours.

+ Other duties as assigned.

What you will have:

+ American Library Association accredited master’s degree in library or information science

+ Professional experience in an academic library preferred

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as excellent oral and written communications skills

+ Ability to assist others in the use of personal computers

+ Experience teaching students with diverse backgrounds and varying levels of proficiency

+ Must pass pre-employment background check

+ Library databases and online search engines

+ Must possess excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

+ Videoconference software

Application Instructions

Please click on the link below to apply for this position. A new window will open and direct you to apply at our corporate careers page. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Phoenix, AZ (https://maps.google.com/maps?q=- Phoenix, AZ, 85001)

Posted: 7/1/2024

Job Status: Full Time

Job Reference #: R000055603