Librarian

Colorado Technical University

Colorado Springs campus

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Wages

Not Specified

Location

Colorado Springs, CO

Hours

50.00

MLS

Required

Minimum Education

Master's Degree

Library Experience

Not Specified

Supervisory Experience

Required

Type of Library

Academic

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Job Description

Assures that customers receive efficient and courteous service. Acts as the librarian for defined campuses. Collects, organizes, disseminates and controls information from a wide variety of internal and external sources. Builds a collection of information sources to meet the specific needs of the academic departments of the University. Directs the classification, indexing, cataloging, housing and circulation of books, periodicals, papers, CD’s, videos, and other materials relevant to CTU programs. Creates original cataloging of library materials. Creates and maintains a program for student and faculty awareness and use of library services and materials. Maintains adequate technology to support customers and the administrative functions of the library. Initiates purchase of new books, periodicals and other resources as needed to provide current materials for existing programs and future expansion of programs. Provides access to national and local off-site resources through consortia membership, contractual agreements and state programs. Obtains specific resources as requested by customers within the limits of budgetary constraints. Collects and analyzes use and collection statistics, to spot institutional trends. Information is also used to meet requirements from national agencies and accreditation committees. Oversees the Inter Library Loan process for faculty and students. Organizes operations for efficiency. Documents, processes and trains staff as appropriate. Supplies classes and individuals with instruction in how to use the library for research and class assignments. Classes presented on all defined campuses. Oversees the library website, and gives guidance in the content and design. Works on the Retention Committee. Conducts orientations for new students on the CTU campus. Oversees work-study training, assignments and tasks. Conducts periodic and timely performance reviews. Provides reference, search, and bibliographic assistance to individuals within the CTU community. Gives phone and email assistance to all CTU students. Provides specialized customer service. Staffs the circulation/reference desk as needed.

Additional Info & Requirements

Position provides support to Colorado Springs and Pueblo campuses. Position currently supervises 3 full-time employees and several student workers. Position reports to the VP - Education. Position is exempt-level.Knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite. Frequent interaction with customers in person, as well as through the telephone and email. Requires excellent communications and customer service skills. Proven leadership ability.

The Community

Colorado Technical University – the University of Choice and the University of choices – provides career-oriented education by teaching applied real-world, industry-current programs in selected areas, serves the needs of students for employment and career advancement, and serves the needs of industry for highly qualified professionals at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate levels. Our values define our unique character and include customer service, accountability and responsibility, quality, integrity, achievement and goal-orientation, credibility, team member engagement, and out-of-the-box innovation. Celebrating our 42nd year, CTU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org). Also, our BSEE and our BSCE programs are accredited by ABET – the Accrediting Board of Engineering and Technology. And CTU Online is accredited by the Project Management Institute (PMI) Global Accreditation Center for Project Management (GAC).

HR Info

Submit a resume and cover letter of interest along with salary requirements.

Posted Nov 2, 2008