Public Services Librarian

Department: Libraries and Archives
Opportunity type: Academic (full-time)
Position title: Public Services Librarian
Classification: Assistant librarian
Supervisor’s title: University Librarian
Posted date: March 4, 2022
Closing date: March 27, 2022
Anticipated start date: July 1, 2022

Position description

Mount Allison University Libraries and Archives invites applications from qualified candidates for the position of Public Services Librarian. This is a full-time, twelve-month, sabbatical replacement position, to begin on July 1, 2022 and end June 30, 2023.

Duties

As a member of the Public Services team, the incumbent will provide reference and research assistance; lead information literacy sessions; develop and manage the collections for Canadian Studies, History, Indigenous Studies, and Special Collections; and develop reference and teaching materials for the web site. As a member of Library Council, the Public Services librarian will contribute to the R.P. Bell Library renovation planning. The successful candidate may also be assigned responsibilities in other areas befitting the Libraries’ priorities and dependent on the successful candidate’s strengths and expertise. Shift duties for reference service include evenings and weekends.

Qualifications and requirements

Qualifications for this position include an MLIS or equivalent from an ALA-accredited library school. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated abilities and recent experience in reference, information literacy teaching, collection development, and special collections, in an academic library. The successful candidate must possess excellent oral and written communication skills, a strong public-service-centred philosophy, and a keen interest in providing library and information services in a collegial environment. Preference will be given to candidates with a second graduate degree or a background in the Arts and/or Social Sciences, particularly in one of the subjects listed above.

This position is represented by the Mount Allison Faculty Association and includes opportunities for participation and involvement in scholarship, teaching, and service. The appointment will be made at the rank of Assistant Librarian. Salary will be within the established range and commensurate with qualifications and experience. In 2022-2023, the base salary for Assistant Librarian will be $79,350.

The deadline for applications is March 27, 2022. A letter of application and curriculum vitae should be formatted in MS Word or as a PDF and sent by email to:

Elizabeth Millar, Chair of the Search Committee
Mount Allison University Libraries and Archives
49 York Street
Sackville, NB  E4L 1C6
emillar@mta.ca

Mount Allison University, located in Sackville, NB, is a leader in providing quality liberal education to undergraduate students in arts, sciences, social sciences, fine arts and music. Mount Allison’s intimate educational environment extends learning beyond the classroom, encouraging the growth of the whole person through a full range of experiences in the campus and community.

The Mount Allison University Libraries and Archives is committed to working with students and faculty in order to meet their academic and research needs. Mount Allison Libraries & Archives includes the Ralph Pickard Bell Library which is the main library, the Alfred Whitehead Music Library, and the University Archives. We invite you to look at our website for more information about the Libraries & Archives and about the University at www.mta.ca.

Mount Allison acknowledges, honours, and respects that the land named Sackville, NB is part of the unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People who are the historic inhabitants, custodians, and dwellers on the land where our University is built and confirms its commitment to strengthening relationships with all Indigenous people.

Mount Allison is committed to diversity and inclusiveness. We encourage applications from members of racialized communities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual and gender identities. We seek candidates with qualifications and knowledge to contribute specifically to the further diversification of our campus community.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Canadians and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status in their application.