The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Odessa, TX, is hiring for an Unit Assistant Director
This on-site Faculty Associate position is part of the Libraries of the Health Sciences at the Permian Basin and reports to the Unit Associate Director/Regional Library Director.
Major/Essential Functions of the Position
- Supports the Service Plus Philosophy of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.
- Treats customers in a kind, courteous manner.
- Offers responses and solutions to questions and problems in accordance with current HSC Policy and Procedures found in the OP Manual.
- Manages Reference Services.
- Helps patrons locate library resources, mainly in electronic formats. Trains staff in using new database products. Provides quality evidence-based reference services to patrons.
- Looks for trends in user needs and responds with appropriate resources. Networks with fellow librarians for professional support and education. Takes continuing education classes to learn new research tools and databases.
- Teaches and Trains
- Provides instructional materials for patrons.
- Provides structured classes for both groups and individuals on use of library manages resources. Participates in journal clubs, grand rounds, and didactics for intramural communication and training.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Master's Degree from an ALA (American Library Association) accredited institution required, plus four years progressively responsible supervisory experience. Additional education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrates knowledge of ALA Core Competencies and Code of Ethics plus Library Bill of Rights. Enjoys working with diverse population. Able to work independently, as well as with people. Able to anticipate problems, and be able to solve problems on a day-to-day basis. Excellent oral and communication skills are essential. Able to be respectful of differences, and have the ability to see problems from a variety of perspectives. Must be able to perform to the highest degree of standards. Organization and detailed-minded & orientation is necessary. Also, Computer literate, and the ability to manage people and projects, plus have a basic knowledge of medical/health informatics.
EEO Statement
As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant's race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx.
How to Apply
Please visit the TTUHSC Careers website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/jobs/default.aspx
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Shannon Harris
Unit Manager, Research & Reference Librarian
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Preston Smith Library
Lubbock TX
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