Information Literacy Librarian
U W-GREEN BAY - Green Bay, WI
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JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job ID: 21134 ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: JOB DETAILS: WORKING TITLE: Information Literacy Librarian UW SYSTEM OFFICIAL TITLE: Librarian I - Research, Learning & User Support POSTING DATE: Friday, August 2, 2024 ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The Information Literacy Librarian plays a pivotal role in enhancing student success by contributing to the development and implementation of the Library's information literacy program. The successful candidate will show a commitment to educating all learners by staying current in emerging trends in information literacy, instructional technology, and higher education and possess excellent collaboration and communication skills. This position includes the following responsibilities: -Design, develop, and deliver instruction in a variety of formats to faculty, staff, students, and other patrons. Serve as a pedagogical resource for library teaching staff, supporting the integration of best practices and emerging trends in information literacy into the library's suite of instructional support services. -Plan and coordinate instructional sessions that develop critical research skills in line with ACRL standards, and contribute to initiatives to fully integrate information literacy into the University's general education program. -Collaborate with other librarians to create activities, lesson plans, and learning objects that enhance critical thinking and information literacy, ensuring that all materials are inclusive and effectively support the teaching and learning needs of instructors, students, and staff. -Act as a subject liaison to designated academic departments, providing expert guidance on research tools and methods, Open Educational Resources (OER) support, and information literacy integration through consultations, outreach, and specialized instruction. -Work closely with instructors, academic programs and campus offices to enhance instructional efforts and promote information literacy across the curriculum. -Lead the assessment of instructional practices and contribute to broader efforts to evaluate student learning and information literacy outcomes, ensuring the effectiveness of library instruction. -Collect, compile, and analyze data to continually refine and improve the library's instructional offerings. SPECIAL NOTES: Position is a full-time Academic Staff appointment. The work hours for this position will be 7:45 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. This position may have the option to work on-campus or a hybrid schedule, subject to approved telecommuting request. This position requires evening and weekend hours depending on departmental needs. Travel to meetings and conferences is required. Weekend reference rotation is required. TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Please submit application materials by Thursday, August 22, 2024. TO APPLY: Select the job title for which you are applying. Click the 'Apply for Job' button. You must create an account and login before you can apply. If you are already a registered user, input your 'User Name' and 'Password' and select 'Sign In.' If you have not yet registered, click on 'Register Now' to begin the registration process. Please be sure to complete all required fields, and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. Please include the following documents: -Cover letter specifically addressing qualifications for the essential job functions -Resume -Unofficial transcripts of the highest degree achieved If you have any questions, need accommodations, or submitted your application with missing materials, call or email: Renee Ettinger Phone: (920) 465-2543 Email: OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: -Masters of Library Science or Masters of Library and Information Science from an American Library Association accredited institution. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: -1-2 years professional experience in an academic library. -Experience developing learning objects, tutorials, learning modules, and other technologically enhanced instructional materials. -Experience in designing, developing, and delivering instructional sessions in diverse modalities. -Experience in the assessment of instructional practices, evaluating student learning outcomes, and refining library instruction based on data analysis. -Track record of working closely with instructors, academic programs, and campus offices to promote information literacy. -Professional experience using the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education to inform instructional design and delivery. -Experience serving as a subject liaison to academic departments, supporting both scholarship and instruction. -Bilingual in Spanish, Hmong, Oneida, or Somali. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.
Created: 2024-09-23