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Reference & Instruction Librarian, RLB Library

Bogomolny Library

Vacancy number 301347

Position Type: Faculty position with full, competitive benefits package
Opens: 04/21/23 Closes: Open Until Filled

Salary: $50,000 - $56,346

We look forward to receiving your required electronic application with a cover letter and resume and learning about your interest in and qualifications for our vacancy. Please save your required cover letter and resume as one document (please make the file name short and without spaces or special characters) and attach it in the resume location. To apply, visit http://www.ubalt.edu/candidate_gateway/erecruit.html.

The University of Baltimore's RLB Library is seeking an enthusiastic individual to serve as a Reference and Instruction Librarian who works as part of a team providing information literacy instruction and individual reference services to members of the University of Baltimore community. Instruction duties include teaching one to three sections of a 3-credit course on information literacy, leading class-related sessions and workshops related to information literacy both online and in-person, and participating in the reference department’s assessment program. Reference responsibilities include working with patrons who make appointments for research consultations in person and online; providing coverage for drop-in reference hours and our online chat service; and creating online guides to resources using tools like LibGuides.

The person in this position will also work on library initiatives supporting the creation and use of Open Educational Practices, serve as a library liaison to faculty in a designated department or division, represent the library on University and University System of Maryland consortium committees, and promote the library and its services by creating content for RLB Library’s social media accounts. Some evening and weekend hours will be required.

Required: MLS from an ALA-accredited library school or equivalent degree. Excellent oral and written communication skills, the ability to work in a team environment, and a strong commitment to public service.

Preferred: One year of professional experience in reference, preferably in an academic library setting, and experience in delivering library reference and instruction services online. Familiarity with business, liberal arts and social science resources. Evidence of initiative and innovation in library services.

We look forward to receiving your required electronic application with your cover letter and resume describing your qualifications, including your experience serving and supporting diverse populations. Preferred consideration will be given to applications received by May 17, 2023.

The University of Baltimore ("UBalt" or "University") does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, race, religion, age, disability, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other legally protected characteristics in its programs, activities or employment practices. UBalt is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Compliant Employer & Title IX Institution.

We appreciate your interest in our recruitment. Please review the information below before you visit http://www.ubalt.edu/candidate_gateway/erecruit.html to apply.

Information follows about submitting the electronic application and attaching your letter of interest and resume.

Applicant Instructions: Using Candidate Gateway to View and Apply for UBalt Vacancies

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Please read the following information before you apply, and refer to it as you enter your application.

NAVIGATION

COVER LETTER AND RESUME ATTACHMENT AND UPLOAD

Before you apply:

• Save one PDF or Word document with your cover letter, resume, and any additional information you would like to have considered. Short file names without spaces or special characters are helpful.

When you apply:

•In Candidate Gateway: Click “Browse” to access the Word or PDF document you saved with your required letter of interest and resume.
•Then, click “Upload” to attach it.
•Click “Continue” to continue the application process.

The message “You have successfully submitted your job application.” confirms only that you entered that page of information into the system. You must click “Next” to continue and complete the entire application process.

Online Questionnaire/Application Questionnaire: Answer the questions requiring a yes or no response. After you answer them, click “Submit.” This leads you to the Submit Online Application page.

SUBMIT ONLINE APPLICATION

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My Applications
Thank you for your interest in employment at The University of Baltimore. HR will process your application documents for the search committee’s consideration.
Note: This screen will also show additional information about the selection process and Office of Human Resources contact information.

Questions/Help
If you have trouble viewing our job postings or applying for the vacancy, contact ubhrcareers@ubalt.edu for assistance.

TO APPLY:

External applicants: Review the vacancy announcement at http://www.ubalt.edu/candidate_gateway/erecruit.html and click the external applicant link to apply.

Internal applicants (students and current employees with access to MyUBalt): use the internal applicant link, log into MyUBalt, then click the “View or Apply for Job Positions” link on the left.

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Never use the Internet Explorer “Back” and “Forward” arrows to navigate. You will lose the information you have submitted.
To navigate between pages, use the “Next,” “Previous,” and “Return to Previous Page” buttons.
Use the “Save” button to save your information so you can return to it later and complete your application. Using “Save” does not complete the process to apply for a job opening.