Online Librarian - Part Time

Online Librarian

American Public University System

Part-Time - 20 hours per week

The Online Librarian will focus on providing virtual reference support to undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students, faculty and staff. This is a professional position requiring a Masters of Library/Information Science from an ALA approved program, and 3-5 years of experience working as a Librarian in a university setting. This position requires experience providing virtual reference using chat tools, including the Springshare suite of products, and videoconferencing software. Preference given to candidates who have worked in doctoral degree granting universities, are proficient in current and emerging library and educational technologies, and have specific subject credentials in support of the school's academic programs. In addition to providing virtual reference support to students, faculty and staff, the Online Librarian provides curricular support to faculty and participates in library engagement initiatives. The Online Librarian is committed to the University’s mission, our students and faculty, and is part of the extended library team within the Academics Department.Our team support students and faculty from 8am-midnight EST Sunday-Thursday and 8am to 10 pm EST Friday-Saturday, 365 days a year.

Responsibilities:

• Provides virtual reference service for American Public University System (APUS) faculty, students, and staff through electronic media, including email, chat, SMS text and videoconferencing.
• Develops a web-based collection and electronic course material selection in one or more of the University's academic programs.
• Works collaboratively with academic deans, program chairs, faculty, and instructional developers.
• Specializes in one or more of the library's contracted database, e-book, or student tutorial programs.
• Participates in Library engagement initiatives and departmental project work.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills:

• Mastery of online searching skills utilizing licensed databases, library catalog and open web.
• Proficiency with current and emerging library and educational technologies.
• Ability to interact and build rapport with students, faculty and staff in a friendly, professional and timely manner through electronic media, including chat, SMS text and videoconferencing.
•  Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
•  Ability to work efficiently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, both with and without direct supervision.
•  A positive attitude and the ability to thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced environment
•  Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to interact with people at all levels of an organization, fostering strong cross-functional teamwork and positive attitudes
•  Ability to be a team player by sharing information and offering assistance to colleagues.
•  Ability to offer thoughtful contributions at meetings and the ability to respect others regardless of differences.
• Ability to understand and follow professional standards and APUS procedures.
• Demonstrates creativity, flexibility, and a positive attitude
• Self-motivated and directed

Requirements:

• Masters of Library Science degree from ALA Accredited program.
• 3-5 years’ experience as a librarian providing virtual reference service in an institution of higher education.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holiday hours.
• Experience providing virtual reference using chat tools, including the Springshare suite of products, and videoconferencing software
• Demonstrated proficiency providing virtual reference using chat software and videoconferencing tools, and proficient in current and emerging library and educational technologies
• Preference given to candidates who have worked in doctoral degree granting universities, are proficient in current and emerging library and educational technologies and have specific subject credentials in support of the school's academic programs.

About Us:

Online, on campus and in the workplace, we provide education and training to our country’s heroes – military service members, veterans, nurses and motivated professionals that want to make a difference. American Public Education, Inc. is a mission-driven provider of higher education to working ad