Africana, Latin America and Caribbean Area Studies Librarian
Binghamton University Libraries seek an enthusiastic, collegial, and service-oriented Africana, Latin America and Caribbean Area Studies Librarian to serve as an integral part of a team providing high quality services including reference, collection development, and classroom instruction. This position reports to the Head of Reference and Electronic Services in Bartle Library and works closely with the Head of Collection Development for Binghamton University Libraries.
Responsibilities
The Africana, Latin America and Caribbean Area Studies Librarian provides reference and instruction services; develops and manages the collections, subject web pages and other electronic resources pages, and bibliographies in support of teaching and research for the Department of Africana Studies, and the Latin American and Caribbean Area Studies program; develops and maintains liaison between the Libraries and the Department of Africana Studies, and the Latin American and Caribbean Area Studies program
The successful candidate will show evidence of creativity, initiative, and flexibility. He/she will demonstrate the ability to contribute to a technologically dynamic organization, and work collaboratively to build partnerships within the Libraries and with teaching faculty. We seek a team player who will help shape the future of a growing research library.
Required Qualifications
MLS from an ALA-accredited program; advanced degree in Africana and/or Latin American and Caribbean studies discipline or recent experience in reference and instruction in Africana studies, Latin America and the Caribbean areas in an academic or special library; fluency in one or more languages including Spanish (preferred) Portuguese, French and African languages; working experience with electronic information resources; collection management experience; strong interpersonal skills; demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently and as a team member in developing services and completing projects; excellent oral and written communication skills; strong commitment to service and professional development; demonstrated ability to meet requirements necessary for achieving tenure.
Environment
Located in the Southern Tier of upstate New York, Binghamton University consistently ranks among the nation's best public universities and is recognized for its strong academic programs, distinguished faculty, and talented students. It is one of four doctoral granting institutions in the State University of New York system. The University enrolls over 13,500 students and is currently in its 59th year.
The Binghamton University library system is composed of the Glenn G. Bartle Library, serving the social sciences and humanities, and the Science Library, a branch library serving the Science and Mathematics Divisions of Harpur College, the Decker School of Nursing, and the Watson School of Engineering and the Library Annex@Conklin.
Finalists invited for an interview will demonstrate communication skills and knowledge of trends in librarianship through a presentation to library faculty, staff, and other members of the University community.
This is a tenure track position with initial appointment at the Assistant Librarian rank. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Minimum starting salary $37,000 plus excellent benefits including TIAA/CREF.
Send letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to:
Cindy Olbrys
Team Leader for Human Resources
Binghamton University Libraries
P.O. Box 6012
Binghamton, NY 13902-6012
Fax: (607)777-4848
e-mail colbrys@binghamton.edu
Review of applications will begin on June 30, 2006 and continue until position is filled.
Binghamton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.