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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable Public Health Librarian to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and providing access to a wide range of public health information resources. This role involves working closely with public health professionals, researchers, and the general public to ensure they have the information they need to make informed decisions. The Public Health Librarian will be responsible for developing and maintaining a comprehensive collection of public health resources, including books, journals, databases, and other digital resources. They will also provide reference and research services, assist with literature searches, and offer training and support to users on how to effectively use public health information resources. The successful candidate will have a strong background in library science and public health, excellent communication and organizational skills, and a commitment to providing high-quality information services. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on public health by ensuring that accurate and up-to-date information is readily available to those who need it.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Manage and maintain a comprehensive collection of public health resources.
- Provide reference and research services to public health professionals, researchers, and the general public.
- Assist with literature searches and systematic reviews.
- Develop and deliver training sessions on how to use public health information resources.
- Collaborate with public health professionals to identify information needs and develop resources to meet those needs.
- Stay current with developments in public health and library science.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures for the library.
- Manage the library budget and resources.
- Promote the library's services and resources to the public health community.
- Provide support for grant writing and other funding opportunities.
- Maintain and update the library's website and online resources.
- Develop and maintain relationships with other libraries and information organizations.
- Participate in professional development opportunities and conferences.
- Supervise library staff and volunteers.
- Evaluate and select new resources for the library's collection.
- Ensure compliance with copyright and licensing agreements.
- Provide support for data management and data sharing initiatives.
- Assist with the development of public health information policies and guidelines.
- Conduct outreach and engagement activities to promote public health information resources.
- Provide support for public health research projects and initiatives.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Master's degree in Library Science or Information Science from an ALA-accredited program.
- Experience working in a library or information center, preferably in a public health or medical setting.
- Strong knowledge of public health information resources and databases.
- Excellent research and reference skills.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Experience with library management systems and digital resources.
- Knowledge of copyright and licensing issues.
- Experience with data management and data sharing initiatives.
- Ability to develop and deliver training sessions.
- Commitment to professional development and staying current with developments in the field.
- Experience with grant writing and funding opportunities.
- Ability to manage a budget and resources.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to develop and implement policies and procedures.
- Experience with outreach and engagement activities.
- Ability to supervise staff and volunteers.
- Knowledge of public health research methods and practices.
- Commitment to providing high-quality information services.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience working in a public health or medical library?
- How do you stay current with developments in public health and library science?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you assisted with a literature search or systematic review?
- How do you approach developing and delivering training sessions on information resources?
- Can you describe a time when you had to manage a library budget and resources?
- How do you handle copyright and licensing issues in a library setting?
- Can you provide an example of a successful outreach or engagement activity you conducted?
- How do you approach developing and implementing library policies and procedures?
- Can you describe your experience with data management and data sharing initiatives?
- How do you ensure that the library's collection meets the needs of public health professionals and researchers?
