Access Services Librarian
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Description
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Access Services Librarian The American University in Dubai invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Access Services Librarian. The Access Services Librarian is responsible for providing leadership in ensuring effective operations within the Access Services Unit, which includes Circulation, Reserves, and Interlibrary Loan Services. The Access Services Librarian is also responsible for coordinating and supervising all Reference activities and teaching research instruction sessions to students across a number of disciplines. Principal Responsibilities: Department Leadership
Interested applicants must submit the following requirements via email to recruitment@aud.edu.
- Provides on-site leadership to the Access Services Department and ensures effective department operations when
- Exercises independent judgment and discretion by making decisions to depart from standard policy or procedure as
- Participates in the evaluation and review of new work processes and tools.
- Assesses current services and identifies improvements by analyzing user data and national academic Library trends.
- Compiles statistics, analyzes data, and prepares reports relating to areas of responsibility in support of departmental
- Provides leadership in identifying and adapting technology to department needs.
- Provides leadership for full-time staff members, as well as student employees.
- Maintains patron database in Library management system by overseeing daily data downloads and troubleshooting
- Serves as primary contact for building management issues by submitting Facilities work orders, conducting regular
- Delivers excellent service and prioritizes service needs in a busy, dynamic public service environment, that fosters a
- Works collaboratively with other departments in the Library to provide feedback and develop services.
- Manages course reserve operations including interpreting Library and copyright policies, supervising student workers,
- Stays informed of trends in Reserves policy and processing at peer institutions.
- Serves as Library Blackboard specialist, offering technical support to faculty and Library colleagues.
- Shares in the supervision of the Circulation Desk, which includes opening the Library, overseeing daily circulation
- Continually seeks new ways to improve efficiency and customer service at the Circulation Desk.
- Answers patrons\xe2\x80\x99 questions and queries and staffs the Reference Desk.
- Trains patrons on the use of OPAC and electronic resources, provides research and bibliographic instruction and
- Helps patrons in preparing documentation and bibliographies.
- Develops and teaches sessions on research and information retrieval. Works closely with faculty to deliver optimal
- Collaborates with others and works individually to produce informational and instructional materials.
- Meets regularly with Research & Instruction librarians to discuss new tools, resources, and approaches to instruction.
- Attends all relevant staff meetings scheduled during regular working hours.
- Participates in the evaluation of new electronic databases for possible subscriptions.
- Participate in collection development and collection weeding;
- Participate in Library and Bridge teams/working groups as assigned.
- Serves as a backup to other staff as needed and as requested by the supervisor.
- Performs other duties as requested by the Library leadership.
- Professional experience in an academic Library.
- Demonstrated experience providing reference and Information Literacy instruction in an academic Library setting.
- Proficiency with using current and emerging technologies, including learning and content management software for
- Flexibility, enthusiasm, and ability to work effectively with faculty, students, staff, and the general public.
- Technological proficiency with demonstrated aptitude for learning new software and systems. Ability to incorporate
- Strong interpersonal, analytical, and oral and written communication.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Teaching experience, preferably in a liberal arts setting.
- Supervisory experience leading, developing, and managing staff.
- Strong analytical and project management skills with a demonstrated ability to think strategically, set priorities, meet
- Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, and implement projects in a technology-rich environment.
- Willingness to adapt to a rapidly changing environment and eagerness to learn new skills.
- Familiarity with academic learning management systems such as Blackboard.
- Familiarity with the concepts, applications, and best practices of copyright law and academic fair use for class
- Physical Demands:
- Masters in Library Science or equivalent degree.
- Previous experience in instruction and/or reference services in an academic Library, preferably an international
- Minimum of one-year of experience working in an academic or research Library.
- Proficiency in Arabic & English (reading, writing, and speaking).
Interested applicants must submit the following requirements via email to recruitment@aud.edu.
(Please state the title of the position as the subject of the email)
Director of Human Resources
The American University in Dubai
P. O. Box 28282, Dubai, U.A.E.
No telephone calls please.
While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for a follow-up interview.
- Cover letter
- Updated CV
- Contact information of three (3) academic/professional references
Director of Human Resources
The American University in Dubai
P. O. Box 28282, Dubai, U.A.E.
No telephone calls please.
While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for a follow-up interview.
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Job IdJD1508159
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationDubai, United Arab Emirates
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EducationNot mentioned