Reference & Instruction Librarian

Summary/Function:

The Oglethorpe University Library seeks a Research and Instruction Librarian who will provide forward-thinking and learner-centered information literacy research and instructional services to the Oglethorpe campus community.  This librarian will play a vital role in coordinating instructional services and in furthering the research and teaching mission of Oglethorpe University. This role will be responsible for developing a robust instruction and outreach program, both in-person and online, for providing research consultations to both students and faculty, and for crafting online learning resources for the campus community. The Research and Instruction Librarian will develop classes and workshops that address a changing information and technological environment and will create learning materials and experiences to reach student and faculty audiences at their point of need.

This position promotes collaboration, develops dynamic learning experiences for students, and assists with development and implementation of assessment initiatives aimed at improving services and collections. This role also collaborates with a broad range of stakeholders to conceptualize, define, and deliver dynamic instruction and research consultation services. The Research and Instruction Librarian may also provide outreach to non-academic units, develop events and services that promote the library, and perform other duties/functions as assigned. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate, plan, and implement instruction services, in-person and online, including information literacy workshops, class-based instruction, and asynchronous online learning materials. 
• Teach research instruction sessions for subjects and academic programs across campus, working strategically with the faculty and instructors to integrate information literacy into courses. 
• Create and maintain online instructional resources and guides for the Oglethorpe campus community. 
• Provide reference assistance to members of the Oglethorpe community in a variety of formats, including research consultations and reference chat services
• Evaluate and assess the library’s instructional services and programs. 
• Collaborate with faculty to develop, design, execute, and assess research assignments and projects to enhance student’s information literacy skills and knowledge. 
• Provide outreach services and events for the Oglethorpe campus community, including orientation sessions for faculty and students. 
• Offer orientations o library services to faculty and students
• Promote library services and resources to the Oglethorpe community
• Coordinates the selection, licensing, and delivery of electronic resources
• Assists in maintaining electronic resources and the library website by updating links, troubleshooting, and providing user support as needed. 
• Serve on staff and faculty committees 
• Assist with library outreach, programming, and social media
• Commit to ongoing professional development, scholarly contribution, and service to the University and library profession.
• All other duties as assigned by the Director of the Library.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited program, or a related field
• Experience providing library instruction services in an academic library setting
• Experience providing reference services, including consultations and/or chat services, to an undergraduate student population 
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented academic environment.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience in planning information literacy education and research help services, with demonstrated knowledge of best practices.
• Experience in creating and maintaining online learning resources
• Experience in providing outreach services in an academic library setting 
• Prior experience in an academic library setting 

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

The position is in a normal office environment; an alternative work schedule may be required; typically requires sitting at a desk or table and repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement; occasional lifting up to 20 lbs; use of office equipment will also be required.  

 Application materials must include a Cover letter and Curriculum Vita (CV) or Resume. Application review will begin on October 1. This position will remain open until filled. 

About Oglethorpe University

Founded in 1835, Oglethorpe University is a liberal arts college that unites a close-knit campus community with the big city culture and opportunities of Atlanta, Georgia. Today, the university enrolls over 1,400 students, representing 33 states and 31 countries, and offers students Atlanta’s premiere undergraduate learning experience. Students at Oglethorpe benefit from small classes and close connections to our outstanding faculty.

Oglethorpe University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive excellence. Oglethorpe prohibits discrimination against all applicants and employees based on race; age; color; religion; national origin or ancestry; sex; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity or gender expression; marital status; pregnancy; childbirth or related medical conditions; disability; genetic information; citizenship status; veteran status; or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and qualifications for this position. The job description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required either now or in the future.