The University of Maryland Eastern Shore invites applicants to apply for a full-time, twelve-month tenured track faculty position. Librarian Rank will be assigned at the initial appointment to the position. This is a 40 hours per week evening position Sunday – Thursday 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The schedule during the intersessions and summer will be assigned.
Benefits: UMES offers exciting opportunities for professional growth. Generous benefits include health benefits (medical, prescription, dental, flexible spending accounts), Retirement (State or Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA), Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance), Tuition Remission, Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays, paid leave (Exempt positions start at 22 days annual, non-exempt positions start at 11 days annual per year, sick leave 15 days per year, personal leave 3 days per year). Overtime, shift-differential and on-call pay (non-exempt positions only).
Responsibilities:
• Provide and administer evening reference services in-person, by email, or
phone during regularly scheduled evening hours while maintaining the print
and digital reference collections, research guides and subject guides on the
library website.
• Teach library instruction sessions as assigned, using the integrated library
system and multiple. databases as the library liaison and co-instruct the
one credit hour LIBR 100 Online Information Literacy course.
• Supervise the library services technician and work study assistants.
• Maintain and provide analysis of library reference statistics on an hourly
basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
• Graduate degree in library science or related degree from an ALA
accredited institution.
• Must have familiarity and experience using and searching online catalogs,
discovery tools and electronic databases
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Knowledge of library reference and electronic resources including the
online catalog, discovery tools & databases.
• Must have the ability to work closely with colleagues and library users from
diverse backgrounds.
• Must demonstrate a strong commitment to delivering quality public
service.
• Knowledge of emerging information technology trends.
• Ability to conduct effective library instruction.
Physical Demands:
• May require extended periods of standing, bending, sitting at desk.
• May require lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and
internally.
• Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.
Preferences:
• One to two years of reference experience in a school or academic library.Additional Job Details
Required Application Materials: Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate’s prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMES to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.
Best Consideration Date: N/A
Posting Close Date: N/A
Open Until Filled: Yes
UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.
Diversity StatementThe University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.
Title IX StatementIt is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.
Skills Required
- Graduate degree in library science or related degree from an ALA accredited institution.
- Familiarity and experience using and searching online catalogs, discovery tools, and electronic databases.
- Knowledge of library reference and electronic resources, including online catalog, discovery tools, and databases.
- Ability to conduct effective library instruction.
- Ability to work closely with colleagues and library users from diverse backgrounds and commitment to delivering quality public service.
- Knowledge of emerging information technology trends.
- Ability to work the required evening schedule (Sunday–Thursday 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.; intersessions/summer as assigned).
- Authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship (must show documentation).
- One to two years of reference experience in a school or academic library.
What We Do
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is a public historically black research university located in Princess Anne, Maryland. As part of the University System of Maryland, it offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing research, innovation, and community engagement to prepare students for diverse professional careers and leadership roles in a global society.
