Job Title

　　Arts & Sciences Librarian

　　Agency

　　Texas A&M University - San Antonio

　　Department

　　University Library

　　Proposed Minimum Salary

　　Commensurate

　　Job Location

　　San Antonio, Texas

　　Job Type

　　Staff

　　Job Description

　　The Arts & Sciences Librarian, under general supervision, provides primary research support for the College of Arts & Sciences (science focus), including collection development, library instruction, reference and research reports, and other liaison activities.

　　Responsibilities:

　　Collection Development: Serves as the library's subject specialist to evaluate, select, and deselect materials in all relevant media for the College of Arts and Sciences, with a focus on the sciences. Responsible for staying current with scholarly resources.

　　Library Instruction: Develops and presents course-related instruction, seminars, orientations, and tutorials in research and related areas and in the use of library resources in a variety of settings and formats. Develops reference and research guides and other instructional and discovery tools in print and electronic formats using a variety of software.

　　Liaison Activities: Provides library support for faculty research, scholarly communications, collection development, and other outreach for faculty in assigned departments. Assists faculty with the design of course assignments related to library research and provides instruction utilizing library resources for student research projects.

　　Reference and research support: Provides information and consultation services in a clear and courteous manner in person and by phone, chat, email, or other means. Uses research interactions as opportunities to orient patrons to the range of resources available and to develop key information literacy skills.

　　Professional Service and Development: Maintains currency with emerging information technologies and trends in scholarly communication, anticipating and facilitating new approaches to research in response to evolving patterns of publishing and information dissemination. Participates in the development of plans, policies, and procedures to support the library’s mission. Participates in library and campus initiatives, work groups, and committees.

　　Performs other duties as assigned.

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　　Required Education & Experience:

　　Librarian 1: MLS and no experience

　　Librarian 2: MLS and 2 years related experience in academic library

　　Librarian 3: MLS and 4 years related experience in academic library

　　Librarian 4: MLS and 5 years of related experience in an academic library setting, including related supervisory experience

　　Preferred Experience:

　　experience providing library instruction/ presentations in courses

　　experience working with faculty to support their research projects/agendas

　　experience developing online tutorials and finding aids (Springshare and/or other platforms)

　　comfortable providing services in person and online

　　background, education, or interest in the hard sciences

　　Applicant Instructions:

　　Please make sure to provide the following documents:

　　Cover Letter

　　Resume / CV

　　References – at least two - three professional references

　　For detailed instructions on how to apply for any position on our website, please use the following link:

　　http://www.tamusa.edu/humanresources/job-opportunities/index.html ​

　　Summary of Employee Benefits:

　　https://www.tamusa.edu/human-resources/documents/summary-of-employees-benefits.pdf

　　Texas A&M University-San Antonio values community engagement and encourages applicants who are committed to advancing the well-being and prosperity of our communities.

　　Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting the application. Once the application is submitted, no changes or revisions can be made. If you have issues with adding documents to your application, please contact HR at 210-784-2058.

　　In compliance with ADA, if accommodations are needed for the application process, please contact HR at (210) 784-2058.

　　All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

　　Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

　　Established as a standalone university in 2009, Texas A&M University-San Antonio (A&M-San Antonio) is a comprehensive four-year public university that reflects the heritage-rich community it serves. Situated on nearly 700 acres in South San Antonio, A&M-SA is a Military Embracing institution offering over 40 undergraduate and graduate programs to close to 7000 students.

　　A&M-San Antonio is quickly expanding to fill its campus grounds in South San Antonio. Due to the rapid growth, the University's footprint is transforming with Esperanza Hall, the first residence hall having opened in fall 2017, the Science & Technology Building, which opened in spring 2018, Classroom Hall which opened in fall 2020 and our newest building for the College of Business and University Library scheduled to open fall 2022.

　　The University's core values of being “ student centered, equity minded, inclusive and respectful, visionary, a catalyst for opportunity, collaborative and committed to excellence ”, provide a foundation for its world-class faculty to inspire graduates to be lifelong learners and responsible global citizens. A&M-San Antonio will continue growing as an economic and social catalyst while becoming nationally recognized for student and academic success.

　　Texas A&M University-San Antonio values community engagement, and encourages applicants who are committed to advancing the well-being and prosperity of our communities.

　　Texas A&M University-San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.

　　If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (210) 784-2058.

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