Instruction, Reference and Humanities Liaison Librarian
The Ohio State University at Mansfield, Mansfield, Ohio

Full-time 9-month position
The Ohio State University at Mansfield (Regional Campus) is seeking a self-motivated, creative librarian to serve as campus humanities liaison and to advance instructional and reference service at the Bromfield Library. The Bromfield Library serves three co-located institutions, The Ohio State University at Mansfield, North Central State College, and MedCentral College of Nursing. Reference librarians at the Bromfield Library perform a wide variety of reference work for faculty, staff and students, delivered at the reference desk, by telephone, and online. Librarians also provide bibliographic instruction services for the students of the campus, the primary vehicles of which are classroom lectures and laboratories supplemented with one-on-one instruction in the library, including some sessions for disciplines outside of subject expertise. This librarian will be expected to create appropriate teaching materials for reference and instructional use, including creating library pages embedded within course management systems. S/he will work closely with faculty to promote instruction and reference services, and help develop a growing information literacy program. As humanities liaison s/he will consult and collaborate with assigned academic departments. S/he will provide subject acquisition expertise, help create policy and procedures, and assist the Director in matters affecting the overall service of the library. Management/supervisory responsibilities as assigned. Some evening and weekend reference and instruction will be required.

Required qualifications:
–A master’s degree in library/information science from an ALA-accredited program.
–A commitment to the goals of information literacy and a genuine enthusiasm for teaching.
–Excellent written and oral communication skills. Open and professional communication with staff and colleagues within and outside the library is essential to this position.
–A “people person,” able to establish rapport with students and faculty.
–Familiarity and skill in searching a wide variety of databases and catalogs, as well as with a broad base of print reference works.
–Demonstrated ability to work with a broad range of library technologies, and familiarity with emerging technologies and trends in higher education.
–Flexibility in covering reference desk and instruction schedules.
–Ability to work independently and collaboratively with faculty and library staff.
–Ability to work with a diverse student body.
–Commitment to continuous improvement and best practices in library services.
Desired qualifications:
–A second graduate degree or equivalent in a humanities discipline.
–Demonstrated teaching ability.
–Reference experience in an academic setting.
Position posted at www.jobs.osu.edu location Mansfield (posting will begin June 12)

Elizabeth Burns
Bromfield Library
OSU-Mansfield
1660 University Drive
Mansfield, Ohio  44906

419-755-4324