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Job Posting Title:
Government Publications and Patent & Trademarks Librarian
Position Type:
Faculty
Department:
LSUAM Lib - PS - Government Documents and Microforms (Hayley Johnson (00049583))
Work Location:
0030 LSU Library
Pay Grade:
Academic
Job Description:
Holding the faculty rank of General Librarian, the Government Publications & Patent & Trademarks Librarian supports the programs of the Library's Regional Federal Depository and Patent and Trademark Resource Center through the provision of reference and instructional services to faculty, students, and community users. Performs complex bibliographic processing and maintenance of government documents in the online catalog and N&O process. Service on library and campus committees is expected. Other related duties and projects will be assigned. This position reports to the Head, Open Scholarship & Government Publications.
Job Responsibilities:
30% Manages and is responsible for the entire Needs & Offers process. Serves as ASERL local administrator and maintains the documents collection by reviewing and processing lists of discards from other depository libraries in order to replace missing, lost, or damaged publications, with emphasis on maintaining our status as an ASERL Center of Excellence for the US Army Corps of Engineers. Will also work closely with Louisiana Tech and The University of Mississippi Libraries as part of the Shared Regional Agreement between Louisiana and Mississippi.
30% Actively engages with all constituents (both within the university as well as across Louisiana) to provide specialized reference services related to government information. Innovates and collaborates around government information access and use for both the university and surrounding communities. Includes participation in LSU Libraries programming events as well as coordinating tailored outreach and programming specific to the department goals and functions. May work nights and weekends as needed.
20% Regularly seeks opportunities to provide instruction and specialized services (such as workshops) to faculty and students in those disciplines appropriate to government information and the department's focus on expanding open access resources across campus. Develops and maintains discipline specific Web pages and other internet-based materials, such as tutorials and subject, topic, and course guides.
15% Serves as the contact for the state's Patent and Trademark Resource Center (PTRC); provides reference, instruction, and outreach services related to United States Patents and Trademarks. Participates in training to remain current in patent and trademark resources and services.
5% Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s (MLIS, MLS) degree from an ALA-accredited program.
Specific Experience - Experience working with government documents
Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:
Please provide cover letter, resume/CV and (3) professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.
A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application. However, official transcripts are required prior to hire.
Attach ALL required documents under the "Resume/CV" section of your application.
Posting Date:
May 15, 2023
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Remote Work - Positions approved to work remotely outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
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