Librarian (Part-Time) Job at The Potter’s House in Dallas

Overview

Position Overview : Jakes Divinity School (JDS) seeks a passionate, organized, and service-oriented Librarian to join our dynamic team. The Librarian will be responsible for managing the operations of the JDS library, curating and maintaining a diverse collection of theological and academic resources, and supporting students, faculty, and staff in their research and educational pursuits. The ideal candidate will also work collaboratively with partner school libraries to enhance the library's services and provide access to a wide range of academic materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Library Management – Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Jakes Divinity School library, ensuring the availability of essential academic and theological resources in both physical and digital formats.
• Collection Development and Maintenance – Curate and maintain an up-to-date collection of books, journals, multimedia, and digital resources relevant to theological and divinity studies. Manage acquisitions, cataloging, and weeding of materials as needed.
• Research Support – Provide research assistance to students, faculty, and staff by guiding them in utilizing library resources effectively, including databases, online catalogs, and academic journals.
• Information Literacy and Training – Develop and lead workshops, orientations, and one-on-one training sessions to improve information literacy among students and faculty, teaching them how to access, evaluate, and cite scholarly resources.
• Collaborate with Partner Libraries – Build and maintain relationships with libraries at partner schools and institutions, facilitating access to additional resources and expanding the network of research materials available to JDS community members.
• Technology Integration – Stay current with trends in library technology and work to implement systems that enhance library access and services (e.g., digital catalogs, library management software).
• Student and Faculty Support – Assist students and faculty with their academic and research needs, offering specialized support for theological and divinity studies.
• Administrative Duties – Manage library budgets, resources, and inventories. Prepare reports and assessments on library usage, needs, and developments.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

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Jakes Divinity School is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace. For more information, please visit our website at https : / / jakesdivinity.org.

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