Information Literacy/Reference Librarian

Essential Job Duties

• Provides reference and research assistance to
  library patrons and staff.
• Coordinates “specialized instruction” programming, which includes activities such as orientation, course
  related bibliographic instruction and in-house training.
• Develops information literacy classes for undergraduate and graduate
  students.
• Works with the Head of Reference Services to customize databases to maximize usability for Tuskegee University students,
  faculty and staff.
• Understand and use subscription databases and the book collection in search of materials that meet the user’s
  needs.
• Assist in the development and design of marketing information services to the Tuskegee University Community.
• Collaborate with library faculty in developing, implementing and assessing new instructional initiatives.
• Create and update
  LibGuides, FAQs, monitor and answer questions from the Ask a Librarian platform.
• Facilitate consistent and timely access to
  electronic resources by maintaining and updating links, troubleshooting, and providing user support.
• Evaluate new products and
  services for possible library use.
• Collect statistics.
• Serves on library and University committees.
• Serve as
  liaisons to specific departments, providing collection development and outreach to faculty.
• Perform related duties as
  required.

Qualifications (Education, Experience and Specialized Training)

• Master of Library Services (MLS)
  from an ALA accredited institution.
• At least one year of teaching experience or library experience at a professional level working
  knowledge of a wide variety of electronic reference databases/ Internet.

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent
  communication (oral and written), and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literate in Social Media.
• Working knowledge of
  Springshare software specifically, LibGuides, LibAnswers, and Ask a Librarian.
• Working knowledge and understanding of Zoom
  software.
• Ability to effectively interact with library staff and the university community

Posting
Number: s1030

Will this position required travel?: no

Will this position required night,
weekend, and after hour work?: some

Will this positon be supported using grants or contract
funding?

no

Number of Vacancies: 1

Open Date: 06/25/2026

Open
Until Filled: No

Special Instructions Summary

Each applicant, including all current employees, must
complete and submit the following documents:

• Tuskegee University employment application
• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Recommendation letters
• Copies of unofficial transcripts.
• Please note that official
  transcripts(s) will be required upon hire

Quick Link for Internal Postings: https://tuskegee.peopleadmin.com/postings/3748

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