[Web4lib] Reference/Electronic Services Librarian at Amherst College

[Susan E. Edwards]

Reference/Electronic Services Librarian
Amherst College

The Amherst College Library invites applications for the position of
Reference/Electronic Services Librarian.  The successful candidate will
assume responsibility for information technology as it directly affects
service to library users and will implement technologies that best
support teaching and research in the Amherst College Library. The
Reference/Electronic Services Librarian will be a key member of the
library instruction and Web site teams. S/he will be responsible for
guiding and instructing users in the identification, retrieval, and
evaluation of information in all formats and serve as liaison and
selector for at least three academic departments, collaborate with the
Systems Librarian, and coordinate with the campus Information Technology
Department on digital academic projects. The library will count on this
librarian to show enthusiasm and respect for all forms of research and
scholarship, whether traditional or new.  We seek a librarian who will
demonstrate engagement with student and faculty research and a keen
awareness of the information needs of students in a liberal arts
college. This position reports to the Head of Reference and Library
Instruction.

Qualifications:  Must have a strong background in either the humanities
or social sciences, as well as an MLS from an ALA accredited program.
Three to five years professional library experience required, with
substantial experience with reference and/or instruction; collection
development experience preferred. Expertise with current technologies,
such as OpenURL, federated searching, XML, or personal broadcasting,
absolutely essential. Must be able to tackle challenges in technology
and public services with energy and enthusiasm.  Demonstrated ability to
teach essential.  Ability to cooperate closely with colleagues from all
library departments and with diverse undergraduates, faculty, staff, and
college administrators essential.  Excellent oral and written
communication skills required.  Working knowledge of at least one
foreign language strongly preferred. 

This is a full-time position, with some evening and Sunday hours. Salary
commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits
including TIAA-CREF.

Applications received before May 1, 2006, are guaranteed consideration.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested
candidates should submit a letter of application, resume, and names of
three references to: Library Search Committee, c/o Human Resources,
Amherst College, AC #2204, Amherst, MA 01002-5000.

Amherst College is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer,
and encourages women, persons of color, and persons with disabilities to
apply. The administration, faculty, and student body are committed to
attracting talented candidates from groups presently underrepresented on
campus.