THE CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Hunter College

Title

Reference Librarian (Higher Education Assistant)

Location/Department

Centro de Estudios Puertorriqueños

Position Detail

FLSA Status

Exempt

Compensation

$38,001 - $51,344

Web Site

www.hunter.cuny.edu

Notice Number

MP-12442

Closing Date

Open until filled with review of resumes beginning on or after October 24, 2006

POSITION DESCRIPTION AND DUTIES

The Centro de Estudios Puertorriqueños, the only university-based institute dedicated to the interdisciplinary study of the Puerto Rican experience, seeks a Reference Librarian for the Centro Library and Archives to coordinate the Centro Library’s reference area.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate and oversee all aspects of reference services and supervise reference team.

• Participate in the development of the collection in all subject areas and all formats

• Design and implement plans for projects that expand services and integrate new technologies in the reference area.

• Provide reference service on a regular basis including phone and email requests.

• Conduct bibliographic instruction.

• Collaborate with archives staff and participate when appropriate in the outreach to donors and in the evaluation of donations.

• Support and promote staff development.

• Participate in Centro-wide committees

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree and four years of reference experience in special collections and/or an academic setting required.

MLS (Master in Library Science) degree and experience providing services to a diverse clientele preferred.

Strong and effective oral and written communication skills in both Spanish and English necessary.

Extensive knowledge of Puerto Rican history and culture with special emphasis on knowledge of the humanities and social sciences literature regarding Puerto Rico/Puerto Ricans in the United States and an excellent grasp on information in Puerto Rican/Latino Studies including web based resources desired.

Experience in all aspects of collection development such as evaluation and selection of materials.

Experience and/or interest in working with Puerto Rican/Latino faculty and students as well as with Puerto Rican non-profit, community and governmental organizations.

Must be able to work collaboratively within a team environment consisting of archivists, librarians and college assistants in addition to Centro-wide research and administrative staff.

Must also be available on nights and weekends.

TO APPLY

Please send resume and letter of interest to:

Address:

José de Jesús

Associate Director for Administration

Centro de Estudios Puertorriqueños

Hunter College

695 Park Avenue

New York, NY 10021

[212] 772-5706; [212] 650-3673 fax, http://www.centropr.org/