Librarian Public Services

2 months ago

Vancouver, Canada Vancouver Community College Full time

**Pclass #**
- F9731**Area**
- Librarian Public Services**Job Summary**

**Who We Are**
- We acknowledge that Vancouver Community College (_
- VCC_
- ) is located on the traditional unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of this land from time immemorial._

For over 55 years, VCC has been a leader in innovative, experiential post-secondary learning. We’re one of B.C’s top employers and we are proud to inspire students to discover their passions, gain essential skills, and learn what it takes to succeed in a competitive workforce.
- At VCC, we respect and celebrate our differences, and are committed to the work of decolonization, accessibility, and inclusivity for all. Be a part of creating an inclusive community that provides equitable opportunities for Indigenous and diverse representation, participation, and success for everyone.- This position is responsible for information literacy instruction, departmental liaison, collection development, and the provision of excellent reference service that includes the effective use of print and electronic information resources. The Librarian is also responsible for the provision of virtual reference service to users from BC colleges and universities.**Job Duties/Responsibilities**
- 1. Provision of Reference Services- Collaborate with users to define and solve their information needs using a wide array of print and electronic resources.
- Analyzes and responds to information requests from a diverse user population in a manner that encourages further enquiry and learning.
- Provides appropriate and accurate Virtual Reference service to college and university users.

2. Information Literacy Instruction and Development- Provides instruction in information gathering and research skills.
- Collaborates with colleagues to design and develop instructional programs appropriate to users’ needs and which meet course objectives for both instructors and students.
- Continuously evaluates learning and revises programs appropriately.
- Designs and delivers library instruction and presentations using course development software.
- Enhances the skills of the team by providing assistance to and training for colleagues to develop new skills and share expertise.

3. Faculty and Staff Relations- Liaises with Department Heads/Coordinators and colleagues to improve services to users.
- Builds effective library liaison with colleagues in instructional departments as well as the student services area.
- Shares expertise with colleagues and mentors new staff.

4. Marketing of Library Services and Resources- Promotes library services and resources using print and electronic media.
- Uses assessment tools and techniques to evaluate and enhance services to users.
- Assesses new information technologies to determine if service needs are being met.

5. Professional Development- Manages professional development and growth and remains current with new technologies and trends in librarianship including developing competencies in relevant emergent technologies.
- Monitors relevant information sources to continuously update knowledge of current developments in reference and user services.
- Develops a professional network to enhance expertise.

**Area Hiring Criteria**
- Education and Experience- Completion of a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Sciences from an accredited school of Library and Information Science or an approved (ALA/CLA) equivalent.
- Two (2) to five (5) years recent reference and instructional experience preferably in an educational or post-secondary educational institution library.
- Thorough knowledge of, and experience with, the content and formats of a wide variety of print and electronic information resources applicable to college and university library services.
- Experience in materials selection.

Skills and Abilities- Ability to provide advanced reference and research services to BC post-secondary students via the provincial Virtual Reference chat service.
- Ability to exercise leadership and, as required, provide task supervision and act as the person in charge.
- Flexibility and resourcefulness in carrying out assignments in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment.
- Active participation in ongoing professional development activities to enhance professional skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in a constantly changing environment.
- Excellent service philosophy with a demonstrated commitment to teamwork.
- Excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills, both orally and written.
- Evidence of ability to work creatively and collaboratively.
- Demonstrated success in planning, teaching and evaluating information literacy skills.
- Excellent organizational, analytical and time management skills.
- Acknowledged ability to build effective library liaison relationships with colleagues in instructional and student services dep

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