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Job Title


Reference Librarian


Company : University of Mary


Location : Bismarck, ND


Created : 2025-10-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Reference LibrarianThe University of Mary is seeking a full-time Reference Librarian for the Welder Library, located on our main campus in Bismarck, ND. The Reference Librarian staffs the reference desk, does classroom instruction in the usage of Library resources, and creates and maintains LibGuides and citation guides for the various programs on campus.Candidates will be invited to demonstrate a willingness to support the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary.Essential Roles and Responsibilities Include:Reference: Managing reference activities including staffing the reference desk and guiding students, faculty, and staff in the use of the librarys physical and electronic collections; teach graduate and undergraduate students research strategies specific to their academic discipline. Design instructional handouts and videos for databases, ILL, printing formation Literacy: Creating/maintaining LibGuides, and citation guides, demonstrate how to best utilize the Library's physical and electronic collections, teach students and faculty research strategies and ethical research concepts.Other Duties: Maintain a regular cycle of campus-wide posters and emails advertising library resources. Create and maintain signage for the library.Desired Minimum Qualifications, Education, and Experience include:Required: Master's degree, preferred MLISAppropriate formal training or equivalent work experience in a library environmentUpholds and supports the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of MarySupports the ongoing implementation of Ex Corde Ecclesiae, the apostolic constitution on Catholic colleges and universitiesBuilds a culture of ready and earnest hospitality in the Office of Academic Affairs and throughout the university, in accord with Saint Benedicts admonition that all be received as ChristKnowledge and Skills:Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with library, campus, and community membersAbility to effectively coordinate multiple projects and establish prioritiesAbility to conduct research and develop solutions to assigned problemsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong public speaking skillsAbility to manage data, documents, and other information locally and via online networksWe thank you for your interest in the University of Mary. Founded in 1959 by the Sisters of Annunciation Monastery, the campus overlooks the beautiful Missouri river and is located in Bismarck, North Dakota, a community of approximately 80,000 people, with wonderful family and parish life, friendly neighborhoods, enjoyable recreational and cultural facilities, a low crime rate, clean air, and excellent schools. The University of Mary, with an enrollment of over 3,000 students, is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.For more information on the University of Mary, please watch a short video by clicking on this link: