Reference Librarian
Woodward Library
(Full-time, 1 year term)
UBC Library
The University of British Columbia Library is one of the largest academic libraries in Canada, ranked 14th among the Association of Research Libraries. The Library consistently ranks among the top university research libraries in North America. UBC Library has 14 branches and divisions, two campuses (Vancouver and Kelowna), one off-site hospital library, and the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre - a multi-purpose teaching and learning facility.
The Library's collection of over 7M items includes 1.4M ebooks, 229,020 electronic journals, 850,000 maps, audio, DVD/video and graphic materials, and 1, 703 bibliographic and fulltext databases.
More than 300 knowledgeable employees – librarians, management and professional staff, support staff and student staff – provide users with the excellent resources and services that they need to further their research, teaching and learning.
For more information about UBC Library and Woodward Library, please visit www.library.ubc.ca and http://woodward.library.ubc.ca/
The UBC Library Strategic Plan 2010-2015 can be viewed at www.library.ubc.ca/strategicplan/.
OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION:
The Woodward Science Librarian provides liaison to designated subject areas and departments. Actively engages in integrated information literacy, and collaborates on scholarly communication and data services initiatives and other new library initiatives as they arise. Develops re-usable learning objects, designs, develops and maintains a library of digital materials to support information literacy instruction in print and online environments. Conducts assessment of resources, and provides input on collections management.
This position participates as a member of the Woodward Library team to provide liaison, reference, instructional programs and information services to faculty, students and community users and assumes responsibility for designated subject areas and liaison with assigned departments. The Woodward Science Librarian provides web-based and classroom instruction and assistance in the use of information resources. As a member of the Woodward Library team, this position plans and implements services that respond to the needs of the sciences communities as well as participates in the development and assessment of library collections for designated subject areas. Furthermore, this position participates in the development of library policy, procedures, and services and assumes responsibility for coordination and management of staff, services or projects as required. Evening and weekend work may be required. The nature and scope of responsibilities for this and other library positions are expected to change as the Library organization evolves.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
• Graduate degree from an accredited programme in Library Science
• Knowledge of electronic information technologies and their applications to reference, as well as knowledge of best practices in online learning pedagogies
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, plan and carry out projects, both independently and as a member of a team
• Evidence of a proactive, user-centred vision of services
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively as a member of a team
• Ability to adjust and accommodate changing demands within Libraries and academic institutions
Preferred:
• Academic background in one of the sciences or engineering as well as relevant work experience
• Familiarity with current trends in instruction, data curation, open access, and bibliographic management tools
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports to the Head, Woodward Library or her designate Head in the branch and consults with colleagues and Library staff as required. Works with all other UBC Library Divisions as required, assessing and trouble-shooting information technologies, scheduling and marketing information literacy sessions, etc. May be required to supervise student assistants and library assistants for assigned projects or for group-related functions.
Terms of Appointment and Salary:
This position will be filled as a full time one year term position (possibility of extension).
Salary will be commensurate with experience and academic/professional qualifications.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. The University especially welcomes applications from visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. However, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
Applications will include: a letter of application that includes a statement of citizenship/immigration status and indicates the candidate's education, training and work experience in the areas listed above; a detailed and current curriculum vitae.
To view the complete job description and to submit an application please visit the UBC Careers page at http://facultycareers.ubc.ca/18588 by midnight on July 20th, 2014.
(Sent On behalf of Ingrid Parent, University Librarian, UBC)
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