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Reference Librarian roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty, covering positions in public, academic, and special libraries across the United States. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry with no cap or lottery. Mexican citizens need a consular appointment. A master's degree in library science is the standard credential requirement.
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Reporting to the Manager of Reference Services, the Systems & Electronic Resources Librarian serves as a member of the Reference Services Department. This position is essential to sustaining Bentley’s significant investment in electronic scholarly resources, including e-books, e-journals, databases, and streaming media. In collaboration with library staff and other campus partners, the Systems & Electronic Resources Librarian will take a leadership role in implementing, maintaining, and enhancing a wide range of technologies and systems, and will help develop and document best practices for assessing collections, enhancing patron research experiences, and overall library effectiveness.
The Systems & Electronic Resources Librarian helps to maximize discovery for users of Bentley University’s ALMA/Primo environment. The role will be responsible for managing metadata for electronic resources. The position provides expertise in growing and maintaining consistent access, remotely and local, to the Bentley Library’s electronic resources and services. The position requires the ability to work closely with fellow members of the Reference Services staff and library team members, university IT partners, including the Project Management Office (PMO), vendors, faculty, and students. The ability to quickly diagnose problems and effectively present solutions to stakeholders is required. The position works with consortium partners to provide cost-effective solutions for the integration of electronic library services at colleges and universities across New England.
Essential Duties
- Administer, maintain, and optimize library systems related to both in-house and consortia activities including, but not limited to, the integrated library system, discovery layer, electronic resource management tool, digital collections platform, interlibrary loan applications, institutional repository, and other resource sharing tools and platforms.
- Ensure accessibility to and stability of the library's online information resources and digital collections. Provide technical expertise for problem resolution.
- Collaborate closely with IT and library staff to ensure seamless service to users.
- Coordinate the selection and integration of electronic resources, with input from the Manager of Reference Services.
- Represent Bentley University in the Boston Library Consortium and its Communities of Practice – Alma/Primo and Network Zone Collections and/or Discovery.
- Reference desk services as needed.
Minimum Requirements
- Master of Library Science (MLS), Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS), Master of Science in Library Science (MSLS), Master of Information Science (MIS), or an equivalent library and information science degree.
- 3–5 years of experience supporting an integrated library system, platforms, and software in an academic library setting.
- Experience in supporting library specific software, (e.g., Alma/Primo VE and Primo NDE. OCLC Connexion).
- Experience supporting web-based content management systems, products and from vendors such as Springshare (e.g. LibGuides and LibAnswers).
- Familiarity with library technology standards and protocols such as RDA, FRBR.
- Familiarity with Cloud-Based identity and access management service authentication software such as EZProxy.
- Familiarity with image-based or text-based digital repositories (e.g., Digital Commons).
- Understanding of library and web technologies, including, EZproxy, HTML, CSS, database design tools, SQL, Photoshop, JSON, and Excel.
- Experience with or demonstrated commitment to developing inclusive and equitable learning experiences.
- Experience in an academic setting that demonstrates excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently, within a team environment, and with diverse groups.
Work Environment
Typical office setting with extensive sitting and computer work. Ability to travel around campus for meetings and work related events.
Pay Transparency
At Bentley we offer a “total rewards” package designed to attract, motivate, retain, and reward our employees. This includes competitive compensation, robust benefits, career development and opportunities, generous paid time off, workplace flexibility and a positive, engaging employee experience. In alignment with the Massachusetts Pay Transparency Act and our commitment to equity and transparency, we’re sharing the salary grade range for this role. The grade range is based on market data and the scope of responsibilities. Final pay will depend on your experience, education, and other relevant qualifications.
Salary Grade Range:
$67,960 - $113,126 per year
If you have questions about the salary grade range or need additional information, please contact us at GA_HR_Employment@bentley.edu
Bentley University requires references checks and may conduct other pre-employment screening.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT
Bentley University strives to create a campus community that welcomes the exchange of ideas, and fosters a culture that values differences and views them as a strength in our community.
Bentley University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, building strength through diversity. The University is committed to building a community of talented students, faculty and staff who reflect the diversity of global business. We strongly encourage applications from persons from underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities, covered veterans and those with diverse experiences and backgrounds.
Job Description Summary
Reporting to the Manager of Reference Services, the Systems & Electronic Resources Librarian serves as a member of the Reference Services Department. This position is essential to sustaining Bentley’s significant investment in electronic scholarly resources, including e-books, e-journals, databases, and streaming media. In collaboration with library staff and other campus partners, the Systems & Electronic Resources Librarian will take a leadership role in implementing, maintaining, and enhancing a wide range of technologies and systems, and will help develop and document best practices for assessing collections, enhancing patron research experiences, and overall library effectiveness.
The Systems & Electronic Resources Librarian helps to maximize discovery for users of Bentley University’s ALMA/Primo environment. The role will be responsible for managing metadata for electronic resources. The position provides expertise in growing and maintaining consistent access, remotely and local, to the Bentley Library’s electronic resources and services. The position requires the ability to work closely with fellow members of the Reference Services staff and library team members, university IT partners, including the Project Management Office (PMO), vendors, faculty, and students. The ability to quickly diagnose problems and effectively present solutions to stakeholders is required. The position works with consortium partners to provide cost-effective solutions for the integration of electronic library services at colleges and universities across New England.
Essential Duties
- Administer, maintain, and optimize library systems related to both in-house and consortia activities including, but not limited to, the integrated library system, discovery layer, electronic resource management tool, digital collections platform, interlibrary loan applications, institutional repository, and other resource sharing tools and platforms.
- Ensure accessibility to and stability of the library's online information resources and digital collections. Provide technical expertise for problem resolution.
- Collaborate closely with IT and library staff to ensure seamless service to users.
- Coordinate the selection and integration of electronic resources, with input from the Manager of Reference Services.
- Represent Bentley University in the Boston Library Consortium and its Communities of Practice – Alma/Primo and Network Zone Collections and/or Discovery.
- Reference desk services as needed.
Minimum Requirements
- Master of Library Science (MLS), Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS), Master of Science in Library Science (MSLS), Master of Information Science (MIS), or an equivalent library and information science degree.
- 3–5 years of experience supporting an integrated library system, platforms, and software in an academic library setting.
- Experience in supporting library specific software, (e.g., Alma/Primo VE and Primo NDE. OCLC Connexion).
- Experience supporting web-based content management systems, products and from vendors such as Springshare (e.g. LibGuides and LibAnswers).
- Familiarity with library technology standards and protocols such as RDA, FRBR.
- Familiarity with Cloud-Based identity and access management service authentication software such as EZProxy.
- Familiarity with image-based or text-based digital repositories (e.g., Digital Commons).
- Understanding of library and web technologies, including, EZproxy, HTML, CSS, database design tools, SQL, Photoshop, JSON, and Excel.
- Experience with or demonstrated commitment to developing inclusive and equitable learning experiences.
- Experience in an academic setting that demonstrates excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently, within a team environment, and with diverse groups.
Work Environment
Typical office setting with extensive sitting and computer work. Ability to travel around campus for meetings and work related events.
Pay Transparency
At Bentley we offer a “total rewards” package designed to attract, motivate, retain, and reward our employees. This includes competitive compensation, robust benefits, career development and opportunities, generous paid time off, workplace flexibility and a positive, engaging employee experience. In alignment with the Massachusetts Pay Transparency Act and our commitment to equity and transparency, we’re sharing the salary grade range for this role. The grade range is based on market data and the scope of responsibilities. Final pay will depend on your experience, education, and other relevant qualifications.
Salary Grade Range:
$67,960 - $113,126 per year
If you have questions about the salary grade range or need additional information, please contact us at GA_HR_Employment@bentley.edu
Bentley University requires references checks and may conduct other pre-employment screening.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT
Bentley University strives to create a campus community that welcomes the exchange of ideas, and fosters a culture that values differences and views them as a strength in our community.
Bentley University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, building strength through diversity. The University is committed to building a community of talented students, faculty and staff who reflect the diversity of global business. We strongly encourage applications from persons from underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities, covered veterans and those with diverse experiences and backgrounds.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Reference Librarian
Verify your MLS degree meets TN standards
The TN visa category requires a degree in library science specifically. A master's in information science or a related field may qualify, but confirm the field name on your transcript matches what CBP expects for the Librarian category before applying.
Target institutions with active library hiring
Public university systems, county library networks, law firms, and hospital systems hire Reference Librarians with predictable annual cycles. These employers are structurally familiar with professional visa processes and more likely to provide the employer support letter TN requires.
Request a detailed employer support letter early
Your employer's letter must confirm the professional nature of the role, your qualifications, and the terms of employment. A vague letter is one of the most common reasons CBP asks follow-up questions. Ask the hiring manager to be specific about your duties.
Understand the Canadian versus Mexican filing difference
Canadian citizens can present TN documents directly at a U.S. land border or airport and get same-day approval. Mexican citizens must schedule a consular visa interview, which adds weeks to the timeline. Factor this into your start date negotiation with the employer.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers open to TN sponsorship
Search Migrate Mate to identify Reference Librarian roles where employers are already sponsoring TN visa professionals. This filters out positions where you'd spend weeks in conversations only to learn sponsorship isn't possible.
Align your role description with the USMCA Librarian definition
The USMCA Librarian category covers professional library services requiring a specialized degree. If your role has a hybrid title like Research Analyst or Knowledge Manager, work with your employer to frame the job description around core librarian duties to avoid CBP classification questions.
Reference Librarian TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Reference Librarian role qualify for a TN visa?
Yes. Librarian is a listed occupation under the USMCA TN visa category. To qualify, you need a job offer for a professional librarian role and a master's degree in library science or a closely related field. Your employer provides a support letter confirming the professional nature of the position, and CBP makes the final determination at the port of entry.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Reference Librarian jobs?
The TN visa is significantly more practical for Reference Librarians. H-1B visa requires entering an annual lottery with no guaranteed selection, and the process takes months. TN has no lottery, no annual cap for Canadian citizens, and Canadians can receive approval at the border the same day they apply. Mexican citizens need a consular interview, but still avoid the H-1B lottery entirely.
What documents does my employer need to provide for TN sponsorship?
Your employer must provide a signed support letter on company letterhead that includes your job title, a description of your duties, confirmation that the role requires a library science degree, your anticipated start date, and the terms of employment. CBP reviews this letter alongside your credentials. A thorough, specific letter reduces the chance of additional questions at the port of entry.
Where can I find Reference Librarian jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for TN visa job seekers and lets you search for Reference Librarian roles where employers are open to sponsoring TN professionals. Standard job boards don't filter by visa sponsorship type, which means you can spend significant time pursuing roles where TN sponsorship was never on the table. Migrate Mate removes that uncertainty upfront.
Can I switch employers while on a TN visa as a Reference Librarian?
Yes, but your TN status is tied to your current employer. If you change jobs, your new employer must support a fresh TN application before you begin work. Canadians can handle this at a port of entry. Mexican citizens need to return to a U.S. consulate. You cannot simply transfer your existing TN to a new employer the way some other visa categories allow.