Business Librarian

Academic Library Services ( ALS) is a branch of Academic Affairs and reports through the Provost/ Vice-Chancellor for Academic Affairs. ALS serves East Carolina University faculty, students, staff and visitors by offering library research and services to support the research, instruction and service goals of the University.

The Research and Instructional Services ( RIS) department supports faculty research and student learning at all levels and operates a service desk to assist students. RIS delivers course-integrated library instruction sessions and one-on-one research consultations, coordinates the administration of library research guides and FAQs, embeds tutorials into faculty course management systems including Canvas, provides library orientation tours, and makes regular decisions to optimize the space and technology for student academic production throughout the first floor of Joyner Library. Organizationally, RIS is in the ALS Public Services division, which is composed of frontline departments such as Circulation, Interlibrary Loan, the Music Library, and the Teaching Resources Center.

East Carolina University's ( ECU) Academic Library Services ( ALS) seeks a Business Librarian to provide specialized library service to the students and faculty of the College of Business ( COB) including five departments and the Miller School of Entrepreneurship, School of Hospitality Leadership, and Thomas D. Arthur Graduate School. This person will develop library instructional materials that support the curriculum, including the creation and maintenance of library research guides, and assist students, faculty, and other members of the ECU community through research consultations, library instruction sessions, and regularly scheduled research desk shifts. The person in this position manages a collection development budget for the programs and departments within COB; participates in accreditation visits and reports; manages an active outreach program to COB faculty; and works closely with faculty within the college to develop and assess the library's collections and services and to integrate library resources into teaching and learning. This person will demonstrate continued professional development and engagement with the business librarian community of practice. They will engage in library, university and professional service and may participate in research/creative activities.

To support positive work-life balance, in accordance with university's Flexible Work Arrangements regulation, a hybrid and flexible work schedule for this position may be available after a training period.

This is a 12 month, fixed-term permanent position. Contingent upon availability of funds.

Graduate degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program or international equivalent

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Finalists will be asked to make a brief presentation during the interview.

Applicants must complete a candidate profile by creating an account (see "Create Account" by following link below) online via the PeopleAdmin system (https://ecu.peopleadmin.com). Candidates must also upload a cover letter, resume, a copy of transcripts and a list of three references, including contact information. Letters of recommendation may also be uploaded at this time but are not required to apply.

At the time of employment two to three original letters of reference, official transcripts, a criminal background check, and proper documentation of identity and employability are required. Please be aware that if selected for an interview, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement. For letters of reference not submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system, please have the original signed letters mailed to ECU Academic Library Services, Attn: Ashley Moore (Position #600203), Mail Stop 516, Greenville, NC 27858.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a fulltime basis.

East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer who is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care, belonging and opportunity for our faculty, staff and learners and all stakeholders. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/ TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.