Sylvia Lebron Pham, Librarian Extrordinaire
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Job Description
TITLE: Reference/Maps Librarian
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides general reference service. Manages and administers the Map Collection. Serves as liaison to the Latino community of Kutztown University. Catalogs maps for the Map Collection.
Detailed Description:
Reference Services
Works cooperatively with other Reference librarians in contributing to the total Reference program.
Provides service at the Reference desk as assigned, including evenings and weekends.
Offers one-to-one assistance to all patrons in making effective use of the library's collections, facilities, and services. Perform online database searching as needed.
Maps
Maintains the Map Library at the level necessary to support the curriculum. Provide maps generated through the Superintendent of Documents depository program.
Selects maps and classifies them in preparation for cataloging and maintains the maps in good order and repair.Develops the Map Collection and supports the Geography Department by selecting map and software materials for purchase.
Develops the Map Collection and supports the Geography Department by selecting map and software materials for purchase.
Provides professional assistance to library patrons and staff in making the most effective use of the maps.
Conducts instruction in the use of maps and the map library.
Prepares bulletin board displays and other publications to promote the Map Collection.
Cataloging
Catalogs and processes maps for the library map collection.
Liaison to Latino Community of Kutztown University
Serves as the library liaison to Latino groups on campus by promoting library services.
Develops Web and other resource guides for the Kutztown Latino community in collaboration with the Collection Development and Voices & Choices Librarian.
Other Responsibilities
Participates in the work of departmental and campus-wide faculty committees.
Participates in professional development appropriate to a faculty librarian.
Participates in the Library Instruction program.
Supervises student assistants in the Reference and Maps areas.
Performs related duties as assigned by the Coordinator of Reference Services and the Dean of Library Services.
Sylvia Pham ~ Created: 09/01/01 ~ Updated: 09/10/08 ~ Site Map