Library Services Coordinator jobs in Maine

The Merrill Library Coordinator oversees all aspects of Merrill Library, including access services, reference, instruction, and programming. As the Library’s lead representative, they are responsible for outreach to the Machias Campus. The Coordinator works to align Merrill’s services with those of Fogler Library (in Orono) by working closely and reciprocally with Fogler Library. As part of the leadership team, they advise the Dean of Libraries on Machias procedures, regulations, and needs. The Coordinator also consults with the UMM Dean and Campus Director on local campus matters and keeps them apprised of Library matters. Typical hiring range for this position is $53,000 to $56,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Complete Job Description

The University of Maine at Machias (UMM), the regional campus of the University of Maine, awards baccalaureate and associate degrees, and certificates. Established in 1909, it is the easternmost university campus in the United States, located on the Gulf of Maine and surrounded by rivers, forests, fishing villages, and blueberry barrens. This unspoiled portion of the Atlantic coast is known for its outdoor recreational opportunities and quality of life.

UMM serves approximately 750 students with a student-faculty ratio of 11:1. The academic experience emphasizes learning both in the classroom and in experiential settings, with a focus on community-engaged educational opportunities. The area’s bountiful natural resources, and rich environmental, recreational, cultural, and education traditions inform the campus. For more information about the University visit machias.edu.

The University of Maine at Machias offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. For more information about Machias, Maine, please click here.

Required:

• American Library Association accredited Masters Degree in Library and/or Information Science.
• Two or more years of successful experience in the management and supervision of staff engaged in service to patrons, including at least one year at a college or university library.
• Strong written and oral communication.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of emerging areas of librarianship, including the capabilities and future trends of service models, library technologies, and systems to maximize discovery and access to scholarly resources.
• Proficient working knowledge of computers, software, applications, and the ability to learn and utilize a variety of library programs and ILS.

Preferred:

• Cataloging knowledge and experience, especially original cataloging and metadata using current metadata standards, including RDA and Dublin Core.
• Experience with Open Educational Resources (OER)
• Experience with scholarly communications and/or digital scholarship

1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae

You will also need to complete the affirmative action survey, the self-identification of disability form, and the self-identification of veteran status forms. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

Search Timeline is as follows:
Review of applications to begin: April 4, 2024
Screening interviews to begin no earlier than: May 3, 2024
On-site interviews to begin no earlier than: June 3, 2024
Tentative start date: August 1, 2024

Appropriate background checks are required.

In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).