Visiting Assistant Librarian Job at State University of New York at Buffalo in N
State University of New York at Buffalo, New York, NY, United States
The University at Buffalo (UB) Libraries are accepting applications to fill current and future Visiting Assistant Librarian positions. These non‑tenure track assignments may be full‑time or part‑time, expected to last one to three years and reviewed for renewal annually. The campus and library unit will vary based on the assignment.
Responsibilities
Teaching libraries’ workshops and classes to undergraduate and graduate students.
Assisting with the libraries’ scholarly publishing and open education resource initiatives.
Surveying, arranging, describing, and processing institutional and manuscript collections.
Identifying missing or incomplete accession documentation for collections.
Performing original and/or copy cataloging of material.
Assisting with bibliographic maintenance duties.
Processing library material acquisitions in a variety of formats.
Processing patron borrowing and lending requests.
Providing reference services.
Gathering, organizing, and evaluating electronic resource licensing information.
Completing special projects.
Minimum Qualifications
A master’s degree in library and information science from an ALA‑accredited institution OR a PhD related to the duties of the position.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion with the ability to support and enhance a diverse learning and working environment.
Prior work experience using a cloud‑based library services platform such as Ex Libris Alma/Primo or a local integrated library system.
Must be able to problem‑solve and provide analytical solutions using existing guidelines, policies, and procedures.
Must be able to work independently without day‑to‑day supervision and function effectively within a team setting.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Contact: Libraries HR Officer, Phone: 716-645-1318
Background check required: Yes.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
Faculty
Faculty Student Association (FSA)
Research Foundation Employee
State Classified
State Professional
UB Foundation
TA/GA
Student
No Current Employment Affiliation
* How did you first hear about this employment opportunity.
AcademicKeys.com
CareerExposure.com
CareerWomen.com
Chronicle of Higher Education
DiversitySearch.com
GoogleJobs.com
HERCjobs.org
HigherEdJobs.com
IMDiversity.com
Indeed.com
LinkedIn.com
MBACareers.com
Conference
Personal Referral
UBJobs.buffalo.edu
Other
* Are you a SUNY employee eligible for special consideration as a result of retrenchment.
Yes
No
Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at diversity@buffalo.edu or by phone 716-645-2266.
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In Summary: These non‑tenure track assignments may be full‑time or part‑time, expected to last one to three years . Responsibilities include teaching libraries’ workshops and classes to undergraduate and graduate students . Must be able to problem‑solve and provide analytical solutions using existing guidelines, policies, and procedures . Minimum Qualifications required: A master’s degree in library and information science from an ALA‑accredited institution .
En Español: Las bibliotecas de la Universidad de Buffalo (UB) están aceptando solicitudes para ocupar puestos actuales y futuros de asistente visitante. La unidad de campus y biblioteca variará en función de la asignación. Responsabilidades Enseñar bibliotecas Talleres y clases para estudiantes universitarios y posgraduados. Asistir con las bibliotecas ?? publicaciones académicas y iniciativas de recursos educativos abiertos. Repasar, organizar, describir y procesar colecciones institucionales y manuscritos. Identificar documentación de acceso faltante o incompleta para colecciones. Realizar catálogos originales y/o copias del material. Ayudar con tareas de mantenimiento bibliográfico. Procesar adquisiciones de materiales bibliotecarios en una variedad de formatos. Tratar solicitudes de préstamos y préstamos. Proporcionar servicios de referencia. Recopilar, organizar y evaluar información de licencia electrónica. Completando proyectos especiales. Qualificaciones mínimas As en la biblioteca y los trabajos profesionales de una Facultad de Ciencias Profesionales de la Universidad de Buffalo. Las solicitudes de alojamiento razonables deben hacerse a tiempo por correo electrónico en diversity@buffalo.edu o por teléfono 716-645-2266. #J-18808-Ljbffr.
Responsibilities
Teaching libraries’ workshops and classes to undergraduate and graduate students.
Assisting with the libraries’ scholarly publishing and open education resource initiatives.
Surveying, arranging, describing, and processing institutional and manuscript collections.
Identifying missing or incomplete accession documentation for collections.
Performing original and/or copy cataloging of material.
Assisting with bibliographic maintenance duties.
Processing library material acquisitions in a variety of formats.
Processing patron borrowing and lending requests.
Providing reference services.
Gathering, organizing, and evaluating electronic resource licensing information.
Completing special projects.
Minimum Qualifications
A master’s degree in library and information science from an ALA‑accredited institution OR a PhD related to the duties of the position.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion with the ability to support and enhance a diverse learning and working environment.
Prior work experience using a cloud‑based library services platform such as Ex Libris Alma/Primo or a local integrated library system.
Must be able to problem‑solve and provide analytical solutions using existing guidelines, policies, and procedures.
Must be able to work independently without day‑to‑day supervision and function effectively within a team setting.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Contact: Libraries HR Officer, Phone: 716-645-1318
Background check required: Yes.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
Faculty
Faculty Student Association (FSA)
Research Foundation Employee
State Classified
State Professional
UB Foundation
TA/GA
Student
No Current Employment Affiliation
* How did you first hear about this employment opportunity.
AcademicKeys.com
CareerExposure.com
CareerWomen.com
Chronicle of Higher Education
DiversitySearch.com
GoogleJobs.com
HERCjobs.org
HigherEdJobs.com
IMDiversity.com
Indeed.com
LinkedIn.com
MBACareers.com
Conference
Personal Referral
UBJobs.buffalo.edu
Other
* Are you a SUNY employee eligible for special consideration as a result of retrenchment.
Yes
No
Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at diversity@buffalo.edu or by phone 716-645-2266.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
In Summary: These non‑tenure track assignments may be full‑time or part‑time, expected to last one to three years . Responsibilities include teaching libraries’ workshops and classes to undergraduate and graduate students . Must be able to problem‑solve and provide analytical solutions using existing guidelines, policies, and procedures . Minimum Qualifications required: A master’s degree in library and information science from an ALA‑accredited institution .
En Español: Las bibliotecas de la Universidad de Buffalo (UB) están aceptando solicitudes para ocupar puestos actuales y futuros de asistente visitante. La unidad de campus y biblioteca variará en función de la asignación. Responsabilidades Enseñar bibliotecas Talleres y clases para estudiantes universitarios y posgraduados. Asistir con las bibliotecas ?? publicaciones académicas y iniciativas de recursos educativos abiertos. Repasar, organizar, describir y procesar colecciones institucionales y manuscritos. Identificar documentación de acceso faltante o incompleta para colecciones. Realizar catálogos originales y/o copias del material. Ayudar con tareas de mantenimiento bibliográfico. Procesar adquisiciones de materiales bibliotecarios en una variedad de formatos. Tratar solicitudes de préstamos y préstamos. Proporcionar servicios de referencia. Recopilar, organizar y evaluar información de licencia electrónica. Completando proyectos especiales. Qualificaciones mínimas As en la biblioteca y los trabajos profesionales de una Facultad de Ciencias Profesionales de la Universidad de Buffalo. Las solicitudes de alojamiento razonables deben hacerse a tiempo por correo electrónico en diversity@buffalo.edu o por teléfono 716-645-2266. #J-18808-Ljbffr.