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UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS AMHERST
Social Sciences Research Services Librarian
selection, evaluation, and maintenance of library resources in designated subject areas of the social sciences.
Manage and expend allocated acquisitions funds in a prudent and timely manner, according to established
guidelines.
7. Analyze and actively share usage and collections data to help inform library-wide collection decisions.
8. Provide point-of-need research assistance to library users in-person, through phone, email, web and other
technologies.
9. Maintain current awareness of scholarly literature and publishing trends.
10. Represent the Library at appropriate, selected professional meetings and conferences as requested.
11. May be asked to work evening and weekend hours.
12. Perform other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Please indicate in a general way the knowledge, abilities, skills, education and experience necessary for
any individual to assume this position. It is not the objective of this section to list any one person's specific personal traits and
training. It is important to indicate, also, what degree of competence would be required (i.e., considerable education, extensive
experience, working knowledge, etc.) to perform the duties and assume the responsibilities typical of this position.
1. Master’s degree in library science from an American Library Association-accredited library and information
studies program.
2. Minimum of fourteen years of experience in an academic or research library, including some collection
development responsibilities.
3. Educational background in the social sciences. Graduate (Advanced) degree in subject desirable.
4. Working knowledge of at least one foreign language.
5. Thorough knowledge of the methods used in performing library research. Knowledge of scholarly literature and
publishing trends.
6. Thorough knowledge of reference and information sources in all formats, especially those relating to the social
sciences.
7. Thorough knowledge of educational and research programs of the University, especially in social sciences.
8. Fluency with data analysis, including the ability to identify and analyze appropriate information related to the
Libraries’ students and faculty, the University, higher education as well as trends in information discovery and
delivery.
9. Strong user-focused service model that is responsive to and anticipates the distinctive needs of faculty, students
and staff.
10. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written; strong interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively in a
team environment and independently and ability to work collaboratively with campus partners.
11. Demonstrated ability to prioritize, organize and accomplish assigned work and produce needed outputs in a timely,
efficient and effective manner.
12. Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships.
OFFICIAL POSITION CERTIFICATION
This is a complete and accurate description of this position.
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Date Signature--Supervisor
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Date Signature--Director of Libraries
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Date Signature--Staff Member