Instruction/Liaison Librarian for the Sciences, Trinity University, San Antonio TX
Posted June 11, 2014
Trinity University seeks a dynamic, forward-thinking individual to join its information literacy and liaison librarian program. The successful candidate will join a team of energetic, creative librarians whose work earned them the ACRL Excellence in Academic Libraries award in 2007. This is a perfect professional opportunity for those who value the teaching mission of the library, enjoy frequent interaction with bright students and faculty in the library and the classroom, and also wish to participate in professional and scholarly activities as a faculty member. This position will provide liaison support for the sciences.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
The instruction/liaison librarian is one of a team that supports an innovative information literacy program at Trinity University. The university selected information literacy as its Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) for the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools reaffirmation of accreditation (2007-2013). More information about this campus-wide information literacy effort is available at: http://php.trinity.edu/qep/
Primary responsibilities include teaching information literacy skills and concepts in assigned liaison areas, working with teaching faculty in those areas to develop departmental-specific objectives, and providing instructionally focused reference service.
Duties will include teaching instruction sessions, workshops, and web-based tutorials. Outreach will be central to this position. One-on-one communication and collaboration with teaching faculty will be crucial, especially due to the development and redesign of courses and programs that align with Trinity’s new curricular goals. The preparation of guides and tools to advance student learning and collection management will also be expected.
This is a full-time, tenure-track position with faculty rank. Trinity librarians are actively involved in university governance and service. This position will be expected to meet standards of librarianship, scholarship and service for promotion and tenure.
REQUIREMENTS:
Required: ALA-accredited MLS, with significant exposure to information technology and sources. Bachelor’s degree in a liberal arts and sciences discipline. Background or evidence of strong interest in the physical or life sciences at the undergraduate level. Excellent interpersonal skills with experience in one-on-one assistance, creating and delivering presentations, and developing outreach programs to users. Knowledge of reference sources, as well as skill in searching web-based resources. Strong communication skills, a high energy level, and self-confidence are also musts, as is the ability to work effectively and with initiative, both as a team member and as an individual. Demonstrated interest in professional development and faculty activities.
Preferred: Experience in teaching or instruction in an academic setting. Track record of participation in or development of innovative instruction programs, particularly those that use technology to enhance student learning. Evidence of creative approaches to service problems, and an ability to understand and interpret students’ experience of the library to the teaching faculty.
BENEFITS INCLUDE: Trinity paid TIAA/CREF when qualified, comprehensive insurance options, twenty days of annual vacation, and generous professional development support. This is a twelve-month, tenure-track faculty position. Tenure in the Trinity Library is awarded primarily on demonstration of professional excellence.
Trinity University is a nationally recognized liberal arts and sciences institution characterized by a demanding curriculum, distinguished faculty, and exceptionally bright students. Trinity is located in what Will Rogers called one of America’s four unique cities. Combining Old World charm, a multicultural heritage, and numerous cultural and historical attractions, San Antonio is a friendly, affordable, enchanting city in which to live and work. Additional information can be found at http://lib.trinity.edu.
TO APPLY: Submit a detailed resume, application letter addressing experience and interest, and the names, phone numbers, email and postal addresses of three references to: Diane J. Graves, University Librarian, Trinity University Library, One Trinity Place, San Antonio, TX, 78212-7200. (Send email applications to [email protected]) Review of applications is anticipated to begin June 30, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled. Trinity is an EEOC employer.