Senior Reference Librarian & Circulation Supervisor (Athabasca University)
Specializing in distance and on-line education, Athabasca University offers university education to approximately 37,000 students per year. Athabasca University is dedicated to the removal of barriers that restrict access to, and success in, university studies and to increasing equality of educational opportunity for adult learners worldwide. Athabasca University invites applications for the position located in Athabasca, AB:
Senior Reference Librarian and Circulation Supervisor
Library Services, Athabasca University
The Senior Reference Librarian and Circulation Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of AU Library’s Information Desk services, including the direct supervision of 4.5 library circulation staff, and administering the Library’s call tracking system. The incumbent provides reference and library instruction services to the various users of AU Library (primarily faculty, staff and students) and promotes awareness of AU Library services and resources. The successful candidate must have a MLS from an ALA-accredited library school or equivalent, and a minimum five years’ experience in the provision of reference and instructional services, preferably in an academic library (equaling a minimum of eleven years education and experience). All educational credentials must be recognized in Canada.
Please refer to the full job profile on our web site at: www1.athabascau.ca/hr/careers.
This permanent AUFA professional appointment, located in Athabasca, AB, is offered at a salary range of $66,059.00 to $84,694.00 per annum and is supplemented by a generous benefits package.
Further information about this position may be obtained from Mr. Steve Schafer at (780) 675-6259 or via e-mail: steves@athabascau.ca.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority.
We will not be meeting with candidates at IUG. Applicants should forward a letter of application, a résumé and the names and addresses of three referees by May 9, 2008, quoting Competition #P00090. Applications should be e-mailed to the Human Resources Advisor, Human Resources, Athabasca University at resume@athabascau.ca.
Athabasca University develops and maintains an environment that supports equitable working conditions for individuals traditionally underrepresented in universities. The University is committed to employment equity, and encourages applications from women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.