Theology and Ministry Library
Circulation Services Supervisor (Grade 8)

The Circulation Services Supervisor reports to the School of Theology and Ministry Librarian and oversees the daily operations of circulation, reserves, photocopy services and general stack maintenance.  This position also hires, trains and supervises student employees.

Responsibilities

• Oversees, participates in and assures smooth functioning of circulation services.
• Responsible for processing and maintaining reserve materials.
• Schedules and supervises the Evening Circulation Assistant and hires, trains, schedules and supervises student employees.
• Works with the Director to evaluate and set goals for Circulation Services
• Plans, reviews and revises procedures, polices and workflow as necessary
• Maintains statistics and provides monthly and annual reports
• Acts as liaison with Buildings and Grounds staff for library physical plant.
• Oversees maintenance/service of library photocopiers.
• Orders and stocks library supplies.
• Oversees the maintenance of stacks.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements
This position requires 2 or more years relevant supervisory experience in an academic library; strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills; the ability to work independently as well as part of a team; flexibility and ability to adapt to a changing environment; demonstrated problem solving skills; proficiency in the use of automated circulation systems; and general familiarity and facility with technology in a Windows environment. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

To apply:
Please visit the Boston College Human Resources Job Opportunities website.
A resume and a cover letter should be submitted as part of the online application.

The position’s reference number is 7243. Position will remain open until filled.

3/18/08

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Theology and Ministry Library
Collection Development/Reference Librarian (Ungraded)

The Collection Development/Reference Librarian reports to the School of Theology and Ministry Librarian and is primarily responsible for the provision of reference services at the Theology and Ministry Library.  In addition, he/she selects materials and maintains the overall quality and content of the Theology and Ministry library collection.

Responsibilities

• Provides reference and research assistance in person, by telephone or online.
• Designs and provides instruction in the effective use of library resources for theological research.
• Creates and maintains web and print guides to library and Internet resources.
• In collaboration with the Head of Collection Development for Boston College Libraries and the School of Theology and Ministry Librarian selects new materials and helps maintain the Theology and Ministry Library collections.
• Works with the Director to evaluate and set goals and objectives for Reference Services.
• In consultation with the Director, establishes guidelines for regularly weeding the collection
  Monitors the collections budget.
• Assists the Director and the Circulation Services Supervisor in planning collection shifts and stack maintenance.
• Serves as needed at the Circulation Desk.
• Maintains statistics and provides monthly and annual reports.

Requirements
This position requires an ALA-accredited MLS; a graduate degree in theology or related field of study; 3 or more years relevant experience in a theological or academic library; strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills; the ability to work independently as well as part of a team; flexibility and ability to adapt to a changing environment; demonstrated problem solving skills; proficiency in the use of automated systems; and general familiarity and facility with technology in a Windows environment.

To apply:
Please visit the Boston College Human Resources Job Opportunities website.
A resume and a cover letter should be submitted as part of the online application.

The position’s reference number is 7244. Position will remain open until filled.

3/18/08