Mount Allison University
Public Services Librarian
Mount Allison University Libraries invite applications from qualified
candidates for the position of Public Services Librarian. This is a
1-year term appointment, from July 1, 2007 to June 30, 2008.
The Mount Allison University Libraries and Archives is committed to
working with students and faculty in order to meet their academic and
research needs. We seek an innovative and dynamic professional to
provide reference services and library instruction and to participate in
collection development. Along with librarian colleagues, the
incumbent may also be assigned responsibilities in other areas befitting
the Libraries’ priorities and dependent on the incumbent’s skill sets
(e.g. cataloguing, web editing, etc.).
Duties
In the primary role as a member of the Public Services team,
responsibilities will include reference service, collection development
for selected subject areas, library instruction, and development of
reference and instructional materials.
In a secondary role, responsibilities will be assigned in accordance with
the priorities of the Libraries and Archives. This may include
cataloguing, web editing or other professional responsibilities which
best match the Libraries and Archives’ needs and the candidate’s
strengths and expertise.
Qualifications or requirements
Qualifications for this position include an MLIS or equivalent from
an ALA accredited library school. The ideal candidate will have
demonstrated abilities and experience in collections development, library
instruction, and reference services in a collegial, academic
environment. The successful candidate must possess excellent oral
and written communication skills; a strong public service centred
philosophy; and a keen interest in collections development, teaching,
reference, and outreach. A background in the Humanities is
preferred and a second graduate degree is an asset. Knowledge of
French and/or German would also be an asset.
This appointment will be made at the rank of General Librarian.
Salary will be within the established range and commensurate with
qualifications and experience. A letter of application, curriculum
vitae, and the letters of three references should be received no later
than the 16th of April, and sent to:
Bruno Gnassi, University Librarian
Chair of the Search Committee
Ralph Pickard Bell Library
Mount Allison University
49 York Street
Sackville, NB E4L 1C6
Phone: (506) 364-2562
Fax: (506) 364-2617
Applications will be accepted in electronic form and should be e-mailed
to [log in to unmask]. [A paper
copy must follow by fax or post mail.]
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.
Mount Allison Libraries 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 and about the University at
www.mta.ca.
Mount Allison University welcomes diversity in the workplace and
encourages applications from all qualified women and men, including
aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible
minorities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however,
Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Canadian and
permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status in their
application.
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Jeff Lilburn
Public Services Librarian
R.P. Bell Library
Mount Allison University
49 York Street
Sackville, NB, Canada
E4L 1C6
tel: 506-364-2237
