THE CITY
UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK
CAREER
OPPORTUNITY
Lehman
College
TITLE: Adjunct Librarian-Liaison to
High School of American Studies
Location/Department:
Library
College Web
Site: http://www.lehman.cuny.edu
Closing
Date: Until filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION AND DUTIES:
Reporting to
Head of Reference, the Adjunct Librarian serves as part-time liaison to High
School of American Studies [HSAS] at Lehman College, ranked the top high school
in New York State. This part-time position [15 hours/week] involves two days
embedded at HSAS collaborating with teachers and high school classes, as well
as one evening on Lehman Library's Reference Desk. The candidate is responsible
for outreach and marketing library services to HSAS teachers and students. The incumbent is expected to develop close
working relationships with the HSAS Principal and instructors to support
learning objectives by designing instruction classes, online tutorials,
Research Guides, and publicity for new services.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Master’s
degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited
institution. Background or experience
in middle or high school education preferred.
Proven technological expertise in website content development,
instructional best practices, search strategies, social media, and mobile
information. Should demonstrate
proactive communication skills and commitment to serving diverse populations. Must be self-starter with creative energy and
follow through. Recent MLS graduates
encouraged to apply.
TO APPLY:
Letter,
resume, names and contact information for three References by June 1, 2015 to:
Professor Kenneth Schlesinger, Chief Librarian
Leonard Lief Library
Lehman College
250 Bedford Park Boulevard West
Bronx, New York 10468-1589
Kenneth.Schlesinger@lehman.cuny.edu
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