UIW Libraries Vacancy: Coordinator, Information Literacy & Liaison Librarian

[Cassity, Erin L.]

Coordinator, Information Literacy & Liaison Librarian

https://jobs.uiw.edu/postings/24645

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title	Coordinator, Information Literacy & Liaison Librarian
UIW Mission	University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary	The Coordinator, Information Literacy & Liaison Librarian is responsible for supporting and coordinating all Information Literacy instruction (both formal and informal) for undergraduate / graduate faculty in all disciplines and in all instructional modalities. Specifically, position develops and provides professional development for liaison librarians in impactful teaching and learning methodologies; works with the dean of libraries and directors in identifying areas for strategic development and co-curricular partnership opportunities; works with liaison, research librarians, faculty, and program leads in identifying/creating learning objects and building scaffolded instruction; supports undergraduate/graduate students and faculty in assigned disciplines in all instructional modalities through reference and research consultation; and works with faculty and collection development librarians in developing collections, discipline resources, and assisting with literature searches and other research activities. The Coordinator, Information Literacy & Liaison Librarian reports to the Director of Library Public Services.
Benefits	UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation’s Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback. UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents. Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution. We also offer employer-paid Life/AD&D, long-term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility and more! Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility.

Job Duties

Job Duty Name

Leadership & Mentoring

Description of Job Duties

Continue to grow the UIW Libraries shared vision for information literacy tiered instruction which recognizes that the UIW Libraries are a part of the teaching, learning and research mission of the university. Develop and provide appropriate professional development in impactful practices in teaching and learning methodologies. Work closely with liaison and research librarians to assist with crafting learning objectives and to identify additional courses to support the tiered/scaffolded instruction model. Serve on various academic and institutional committees and councils in support of the Libraries’ mission. Support and coordinate all Information Literacy activities for undergraduate/ graduate and faculty in all disciplines and in all instructional modalities to include receiving requests and delegating requests for IL instruction to the appropriate Liaison & Research Librarian. Keep statistics of all IL sessions, presentations and orientations and prepare a report at the end of each semester or upon request. Provide analysis and reports related to areas of responsibility and in support of continuous improvement. Work with the Coordinator of Assessment to periodically query faculty about their IL instruction experience. Provide direct supervision to the Information Literacy & Liaison Librarian. Manage the Mabee Library technology classroom.

Job Duty Name

Liaison, Teaching & Coordinating

Description of Job Duties

Support undergraduate/graduate students and faculty in assigned disciplines in all instructional modalities through reference and research consultation. Develop, teach and assess co-curricular information literacy instruction and research activities for assigned liaison areas in collaboration with faculty and other instructional staff. Create online artifacts and content that support assigned liaison areas. Participate with all discipline liaison librarians in the development and delivery of graduate student orientations and workshops for assigned areas. Work with the dean of libraries and directors in identifying areas for strategic development, continuous improvement, and co-curricular partnership opportunities. Work directly with the Coordinator of Learning Assessment in the development of expertise in pedagogy, effective design, best practices in teaching and learning in all instructional modalities. Work with the Assessment Coordinator to aid in the identification of appropriate assessments and report outcomes. Work with faculty and program leads in identifying and creating learning objects and building scaffolded instruction and developing appropriate learning assessments. Develop Library Impact Statements for new and changing academic programs and work with the Dean of Libraries on narratives and data for program accreditation. Provide general and virtual information, research and reference support.

Job Duty Name	Collection Development
Description of Job Duties	Work with faculty and discipline librarians in working with and developing collections, discipline resources, assisting with literature searches and in providing reference and research support.

Job Duty Name	Outreach and Networking
Description of Job Duties	Create opportunities for Intentional Inclusion. Create and support outreach and networking activities to showcase UIW Libraries’ professional expertise as co-curricular partners in teaching, learning and scholarship. Assist in marketing and launching events which support learning, research and DEI initiatives.

Job Duty Name	Professional Development
Description of Job Duties	Serve on university and library committees. Provide service to the institution by participating and contributing to professional development activities related to areas of expertise. Contribute to the profession by attending and participating in activities at local, state and/or national professional organizations. Seek and share professional development opportunities with librarians and staff.

Qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities	Expertise in developing and supporting a growing information literacy instruction program. Expertise in adult learning and the management of a scaffolded learning approach through pedagogical design best practices. Demonstrated knowledge of intellectual property concepts related to open access, open educational resources, open data, fair use, and predatory publishing. Expertise in universal design and online pedagogy, the creation of digital artifacts, and in web publication standards such as ADA compliance. Strong communication and collaborative skills, including written, oral, and teaching/presenting. Commitment to collegial working environment. Commitment to working with racially and ethnically diverse students and faculty. Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures. Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.
Required Education	Master’s Degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA Accredited institution.
Required Work Experience	Three (3) years of experience in academic libraries working as a professional librarian in a similar/related position with responsibilities for information literacy instruction. Three (3) years of experience working with faculty and students in providing reference/instruction and curricular support. Three (3) years of experience developing interactive online artifacts in support of teaching, learning, and scholarship; developing courses/ trainings using course management software and other applications; and using discovery and bibliographic tools as a professional librarian.
Preferred Qualifications	Five (5) years of experience in academic libraries working as a professional librarian in a related position with direct responsibilities for coordinating adult teaching and learning activities in academic libraries. At least two (2) years serving as a lead or overseeing services and programs in libraries Direct responsibility for administering programs that support faculty and students conducting research.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations	N/A.
Work Hours	Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm with extended hours as needed to meet departmental goals, to include weekends.
Physical Demands	Ability to push/pull library/equipment carts weighing up to 100 lbs. Ability to actively engage in events for extended periods of time. Ability to regularly move about campus and event venues to actively engage students, faculty, and guests as well as attend meetings on and off campus. Ability to reach overhead, bend, squat to retrieve library materials.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number	AS1903PO
Number of Vacancies	1
Job Type	Full Time
Job Category	Administrator (exempt)
Desired Start Date	04/01/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
Reports to	Director of Public Services
Salary	$58,000 - $60,000 Annualized
Open Date	02/14/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant	N/A.
EOE	UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
Title IX	This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW  Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Unofficial Transcripts 1
4. Letter of Recommendation 1
5. Letter of Recommendation 2
6. Letter of Recommendation 3

Optional Documents

1. Unofficial Transcripts 2
2. Other Document

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. *  How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
• UIW Website
• HigherEdJobs.com
• HispanicsinHigherEd.com
• BlacksInHigherEd.com
• WomenAndHigherEd.com
• VeteransinHigherEd.com
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Personal Referral
• Employee Referral
• Other
2. If you selected other, please tell us where?

   (Open Ended Question)

3. *  Do you have at least a Master’s Degree in Library/ Information Science from an ALA Accredited institution?
• No
• Yes
4. *  How many years of experience do you have working in an academic library as a professional librarian with responsibilities for information literacy instruction?
• Less than 3 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 or more years
5. *  How many years of experience do you have working with faculty and students in providing reference/instruction and curricular support?
• Less than 3 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 or more years
6. *  How many years of experience do you have (a) developing interactive online artifacts in support of teaching, learning, and scholarship; (b) developing courses/trainings using course management software and other applications; and (c) using discovery and bibliographic tools as a professional librarian?
• Less than 3 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 or more years
7. *  Describe your experiences with conducting information literacy sessions in a face-to-face and online environment.

   (Open Ended Question)