Instructional Services Librarian Mortola Library, Pace University, Pleasantville, NY

Instructional Services Librarian
Mortola Library, Pace University
Pleasantville, NY 10570

Basic Functions:

Participate in a dynamic instruction program that emphasizes the integration of digital and print resources, promotes inquiry, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, develops autonomous learners, and facilitates life-long learning. Collaborate with the Instructional Services (IS) Team and departmental faculty in designing, implementing, and assessing multifaceted instructional services, including: curricular-based instruction, drop-in workshops and seminars, interactive Web-based tutorials, library orientation tours, on-the-road presentations, community outreach activities, and individualized research assistance; share responsibility for scheduling functions and activities conducted by the IS Team, and participate as a member of the Reference Services Team.

Position reports to the Assistant University Librarian for Instructional Services and functions as part of the Instructional Services Team. Work hours are typically 9-5, with evening and weekend hours required periodically.

Position Qualifications:

ALA-accredited MLS
Academic teacher preparation or equivalent combination of training/experience
Demonstrated knowledge and skills in assessment, instructional design, learning theories, instructional principles & practice
1 - 2 years academic reference or instructional experience
Working knowledge of print & electronic reference sources
Experience in creating web pages, databases, or in using mark-up languages such as HTML; proficiency with Windows and Internet applications
Commitment to principles of collegiality, teamwork and collaboration, user-centered service, and information literacy
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

POSITION ANTICIPATED START DATE: June 18, 2012

Applications are accepted online only at: http://careers.pace.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52752

Questions can be addressed to Sarah Burns Feyl, Assistant University Librarian for Instructional Services, sburnsfeyl@pace.edu

Head Reference Services, LIU Post

Job Duties: B. Davis Schwartz Memorial Library of LIU Post seeks a knowledgeable, innovative, and energetic leader to serve as Head of Reference Services. The successful candidate will combine leadership and an outstanding customer service ethos with the ability to coordinate and develop programs for effective and innovative delivery of reference services, while supervising a faculty of full-time and adjunct librarians, and several support staff. The Head of Reference Services will work closely with the Coordinator of Instruction and the Instructional Technology Librarian to provide leadership in implementing information literacy initiatives. The candidate must possess strong leadership and management skills with the ability to motivate a team, develop plans, and set goals; must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills and have some experience with assessment methodologies. The person will balance strong organizational and supervisory skills with the enthusiasm to initiate and support innovation and be visionary and innovative in his or her approach to management and service provision. This tenure-track, faculty status position will report to an Assistant Dean within the library

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: organizing and managing of reference services, including the scheduling of full- and part-time reference faculty; managing a print and online reference collection, including ordering of new materials and weeding of existing collections; designing new reference initiatives in response to the changing information-seeking behaviors of users; collaborating with the Coordinator of Instruction, classroom faculty and library liaisons to offer guidance for the implementation, promotion, and assessment of library instruction programs and to articulate information literacy curriculum objectives and assess student learning outcomes; collaborating with the Instructional Technology Librarian; teaching in the Library’s instruction programs; promoting the visibility and use of reference and instructional services to the wider campus community; creating and maintaining policies, procedures, records, reports and statistics relevant to departmental functions; providing reference service to students, faculty, and other groups as needed; serving as a subject liaison depending upon education, experience, and expertise; supervising and encouraging professional development, as well as evaluating the performance of faculty and staff ; serving on library, campus, and university committees; participating in professional associations and organizations; other duties as assigned

Qualifications: Master’s degree in library science from an ALA accredited institution is required; a minimum of three years of progressively responsible library experience in public services is required, preferably in an academic institution; supervisory experience is required; experience in teaching in a library instruction program is required. Second Master’s degree or 30 additional graduate credits preferred.

Special Information: This is a reopening for a position. Candidates who applied previously should reapply.

Salary: Commensurate with experience. Deadline Date: February 24, 2012

Contact: Contact: Please send cover letter and resume to: Dr. Valeda Dent, University Director of Libraries at hr@liu.edu

Long Island University is an Affirmation Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Instructional Design Librarian, LIU Post

Job Duties: The B. Davis Schwartz Memorial Library of LIU-Post seeks an Instructional Design Librarian to support student learning by working in partnership with library and teaching faculty to develop, design, implement and maintain general and course-specific library instruction materials, including but not limited to online learning objects and instructional modules. The successful candidate will identify the information needs of both on-campus and blended/distance learning students, facilitate the integration and use of library literacy materials in course management systems and other online environments, and assess student learning outcomes. The successful candidate must be able to learn, critically evaluate, and troubleshoot new technologies related to online teaching and learning to meet changing user needs, and support and train librarians and staff in the use of such technologies. The librarian will also develop and conduct online and in-person library instruction sessions and may serve as a liaison to one or more academic departments. Scheduled hours at the reference desk, including some evenings and weekend work, are required. The successful candidate will work collaboratively and closely with the Coordinator of Instruction and the Instructional Technology Librarian to support the teaching and learning initiatives of the library. The Instructional Design Librarian is a tenure-track, faculty status position.

Qualifications: MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited library school and at least three years of public service, including instructional experience, in an academic library. Knowledge of applications and technologies used in higher education instruction, including course management systems. Coursework, degree, or experience in instructional design and/or educational technology, including knowledge of basic instructional design concepts (ADDIE, etc.). Demonstrated interest in scholarly communication initiatives. Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and users. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Ability to achieve tenure through effective job performance, service, and scholarship. Additional graduate degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, or related field. Demonstrated knowledge of production tools (e.g. Adobe Creative Suite, Audacity, and Camtasia). Familiarity with ACRL Standards for Information Literacy.

Salary: Commensurate with experience. Deadline Date: February 24, 2012

Special Information: Preference will be given to a candidate with a second Master’s degree or 30 additional graduate credits, and the flexibility to work some evenings and weekends. This is a reopening of a position. Candidates who applied previously should reapply.

Contact: Please send cover letter and resume to: Dr. Valeda Dent, University Director of Libraries at hr@liu.edu

Long Island University is an Affirmation Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

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User Services/ Instructional Librarian, Dibner Library, Polytechnic Institute of New York University

About the Position:
The Dibner Library seeks a forward-thinking, creative, enthusiastic, service-oriented librarian to expand our instructional services supporting primarily undergraduate research skills. The individual in this position will serve as a key contact with academic and non-academic departments. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Library Operations, the User Services Instructional Librarian will develop curriculum and implement library focused information literacy programs to increase student literacy competencies, promote the effective use of resources and advance user awareness of in-house collections and services offered by the Dibner Library. The User Services Instructional Librarian will be proactive, hands-on member of the library services team; provide reference to students, faculty and staff; participate in collection development and faculty liaison activities in an assigned subject area.

Responsibilities:
• Plan, develop and implement information literacy curriculum associated with the First-Year Writing Program
• Provide on-site and on-line reference and instruction to students, faculty and staff
• Create tutorials and organize on-site programs supporting undergraduate-level academics
• Participate in outreach and develop cross campus partnerships
• Collaborate with academic and non-academic units that support the undergraduate experience.
• Plan and organize library involvement in key student events.
• Participate in developing and implementing a framework for transitioning undergraduates from basic research skills to discipline-specific library research methods
• Participate in collection development and faculty liaison activities in an assigned subject field.
• Explore and assist in implementing technologies and tools related to instruction and assessment.
• Contribute to development and design of library online presence.
• Promote use of the collections through presentations, publications and dissemination of online content.

Education Requirements
• Master’s degree in Library & Information Sciences from an ALA-accredited institution.

Experience/Skills:
• One to three year experience providing reference/instructional service in an academic library and/or teaching
• Participation in developing and successfully implementing information literacy programs in a college or university library
• Knowledge of information literacy principles and ability to employ tools necessary for monitoring and assessment of effective library instruction
• Proficiency in using instructional technologies and social media to achieve pedagogical goals
• Ability to take initiative and develop engaging instructional materials/programs in collaboration with faculty and staff
• Experience in planning, implementing and executing collaborative projects
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based organization and, individually with faculty, staff and students
• Familiarity or experience with tools supporting online learning

• Excellent interpersonal, research, and oral and written communication skills
• Record of professional involvement

Apply to: www.poly.edu/careers