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• A Master's Degree in Library/Information Sciences from an ALA-accredited program. Incumbent will be expected to continue upgrading knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to keep abreast of changes related to theological librarianship.

• Undergraduate and/or graduate degree, certificate, or demonstrated background and interest in Theological Studies or a related field.

• Exemplary communication skills (both written and oral). Good attentive listening skills are essential as well as a strong user-service orientation.

• Demonstrated knowledge in the areas of basic reference sources and reference practices.

• Demonstrated knowledge in the area of library instruction and information literacy.

• Proficient in Mac and Windows operating systems and commonly used productivity software such as Microsoft Office and Adobe products.

• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.

• Ability to work patiently, cooperatively and harmoniously with faculty and students who are diverse in their religious and cultural belief systems.

Preferred

• Two years of experience providing theology- or religion-related reference and instruction services in an academic library setting.

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with theology information resources, including tools such as the Atla Religion Database with AtlaSerials PLUS, Old Testament Abstracts, New Testament Abstracts, the Vatican Web site, and Arts & Humanities Citation Index.

• At least a passing knowledge of one or more of the key languages associated with theological studies in our setting (Latin, Greek, Spanish, French, German or Italian)

• Knowledge in the area of building, managing, and assessing collections in theological and religious studies areas with an ecumenical or multifaith range.

• Knowledge of emerging technologies critical to the design and delivery of reference and information services.

About the William H. Hannon Library

The William H. Hannon Library (http://library.lmu.edu) opened in 2009 and serves as the intellectual and cultural hub of the university. The Hannon Library was the recipient of the 2021 ACRL Excellence in Academic Libraries Award in the university category.

We share the university's commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. We invite women, persons of color, LGBTQ and gender-nonconforming people, people living with disabilities, and/or individuals with other diverse life experiences and beliefs to apply.
Please read more about the library's commitment to DEIA and our efforts at: library.lmu.edu/deia

Location & Hours

This position is at the William H. Hannon Library, on the university's Westchester campus. Incumbent should expect to primarily work on campus; with hybrid schedule negotiable two days/week. Typical daily schedule is flexible within core business hours (7am-7pm) Monday-Friday.

Special Instructions
To ensure full consideration, please submit application materials by August 31, 2022.

Applicants should submit the following materials:
1. A letter of application describing your qualifications for the position; explaining your interest in the position; and affirming your commitment to the mission of LMU.
2. A curriculum vitae.
3. A list of three professional references (names, titles, relationships to applicant, telephone numbers, and email addresses).

For more information about the position, including salary range, please contact: Susan Archambault / Head of Reference & Instruction Services / susan.archambault@lmu.edu / 310.338.7680

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