The Pennsylvania State University Libraries seeks two energetic, creative librarians to provide general reference services in the various libraries on the University Park campus. These are half-time faculty appointments for one year, with the possibility of renewal. Responsibilities include providing reference assistance and general library instruction, rotating through the libraries to accommodate changing staffing needs. Flexibility in scheduling will be required, including some evening and weekend hours. These positions report to the Head of Public Services.
Salary commensurate with academic background and experience.
These are non-tenure track positions with appointment at the rank of Assistant Librarian. The thirteen subject libraries at the University Park campus include Architecture, Arts and Humanities, Business, Earth and Mineral Sciences, Education and Behavioral Sciences, Engineering, Gateway, Life Sciences, Maps, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Laptop, and Social Sciences. The 35 faculty and over 50 FTE staff in these libraries are responsible for a full range of library services to the Penn State community. Penn State University Libraries are a member of ARL, OCLC, RLG, CRL, and the Digital Library Federation. Collections exceed four million volumes.