Vacancy: Assistant Librarian, Marino Institute of Education

Closing date for applications: 12pm, Wednesday 17th June 2015

Job Specification

The Marino Institute of Education (MIE) is an Associated College of Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin. The Institute provides a range of education courses at undergraduate and post-graduate levels. Its undergraduate four-year level 8 degree courses include:

• The Bachelor in Education (Primary)
• The Bachelor in Science in Education Studies
• The Bachelor in Science in Early Childhood Education.

At postgraduate level the Professional Diploma in Education (Further Education) provides for the academic and professional requirements of teachers working in further education and the Professional Master in Education (Primary) is a level 9 two year full time primary initial teacher education course.

Two postgraduate level 9 courses are offered on a part-time basis over two years:

• The Master in Education Studies (Intercultural Education)
• The Master in Education Studies (Early Childhood Education)

In addition in collaboration with colleagues at Mary Immaculate College, MIE offers students the opportunity to pursue a Masters in Arts in Christian Leadership in Education which is a two year part-time level 9 degree accredited by The University of Limerick.

The Library

The Library supports the learning and teaching activities of the Marino Institute of Education by providing a range of library and information services. MIE wishes to recruit an Assistant Librarian to assist and support the delivery of these services. This appointment is a full time fixed term three-year contract post. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wishes to pursue a career in an academic library within a context of a small, committed and efficient.

Candidates will be required to have:

• A strong academic background (preferably at Masters degree level) with a qualification in Library and Information Studies recognised by the Library Association of Ireland
• A thorough understanding of the role of an academic library and the external information environment in which it operates
• Relevant experience using Library Management Systems in an academic library environment
• Forward thinking approach to technology and willingness to explore the capacity of new tools to deliver traditional library services and information skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Cumas feidhmeannach sa Ghaeilge
• Strong IT skills
• An ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• A good understanding of the education system including the continuum of teacher education, teaching and learning and continuous professional development
• A willingness to continuously build his/her professional knowledge and skills base
• A willingness to work flexible shift patterns including evenings and weekends.

Main Activities/Responsibilities

The Assistant Librarian will be responsible for:

• General library maintenance and administrative work including circulation and return of library materials shelving, data entry and responding to user queries.
• Developing, delivering and evaluating information literacy sessions and supporting materials, including via e-learning opportunities.
• Creating strong working relationships with teaching staff and students, providing information support including on a range of electronic resources and new technologies.
• Promoting and marketing the profile of library services, both internally and externally, using a range of technology and approaches, including social media, conferences, college open days, and publications.
• Supporting accreditation and quality inspections
• Advising the Librarian and senior management of the institute in relation to emerging needs and developments in library service provision
• Deputising for the Librarian where necessary
• Any other appropriate duties as specified by the Librarian.

This is a description of the job as it is presently constituted. It is subject to review and amendment in the light of changing needs of the Institutes Library and Information Service. Further information about Marino Institute of Education is available on www.mie.ie Application (Short covering letter and CV) by e mail only to careers@mie.ie

Closing date for receipt of applications: 12pm Wednesday 17th June 2015