Research and Instruction Librarian

Job Title

Research & Instruction Librarian

Agency

East Texas A&M University

Department

Library

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Commerce, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

SUMMARY:

The Research and Instruction Librarian is responsible for providing general and advanced discipline-specific research assistance and instruction services to undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff of a designated college, including collection development and engagement, with a focus on coordinating and assessing the multi-literacy program.  As a proud member of the third-largest institution in the Texas A&M University System, ETAMU fosters a strong professional environment that supports career growth and academic excellence.

ETAMU is a fast-growing public university with a strong reputation for academic excellence, research innovation, and student success. With over 140+ degree programs, a 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and nationally ranked online and graduate programs, ETAMU is committed to transforming lives through quality education. Our employees benefit from a collaborative community, cutting-edge research opportunities, and outstanding resources.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates and implements an engaging information literacy program and develops student learning outcomes.  Assesses the effectiveness of the literacy program’s strategies and initiatives in support of student success.   
• Develops and implements policies, procedures, programs, and partnerships to build and improve research skills and integrates information literacy components within courses, curriculum, and the learning management system (LMS). 
• Creates standards for teaching and learning materials and oversees the creation and maintenance of digital learning objects. 
• Serves as primary contact for early college high school students.
• Provides library instruction, develops and creates print and online instructional materials, plans and conducts classes and workshops, and integrates multi-literacies into the teaching, learning, and research activities of the university.
• Provides research assistance (in-person, phone, chat, email, video conferencing, etc.) and serves as a subject librarian to a designated college/academic department.
• Collaborates with colleagues and faculty to facilitate collection development to align scholarly resources with the teaching and research needs of the university and college.
• Plans and participates in engagement activities and events and fosters collaborations with students, faculty, and staff in support of student success and retention. 
• Participates in the assessment of research and user engagement activities.  
• Serves on library and university committees.
• Participates in continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program.
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. Attention to detail and project management skills.  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to: Excel individually and as a team member.  Travel as needed. Work beyond normal office hours (evenings, nights, and weekends) as needed.  Multitask and work cooperatively with others.  Adapt to a changing library environment.   ·        
• Licensing/Professional Certifications: Valid driver's license.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to move medium-weight boxes, books, heavy book truck, or similar items.
• Other Requirements: Ability to handle material that can contain dust or microscopic mold spores.

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

• One or more years of post-MLS experience in research services (research, reference, instruction) in an academic library.
• Experience developing online learning materials with e-learning technologies/software and other platforms (SpringShare, Adobe Creative Cloud, Camtasia, Articulate, etc.).
• Experience with instructional and universal design and active learning techniques.
• Experience with learning management systems (D2L, Blackboard, Canvas, etc.), emerging related technologies (Artificial Intelligence, augmented reality, gamification, etc.), and ADA guidelines. 
• Experience with instructional planning and design in an academic setting (ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education). 
• Experience in assessing the effectiveness of library services and initiatives.

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS:

Graduate Assistants and Student Workers. 

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.