Assistant Librarian - Instructional Design Librarian

Description

JOB TITLE:   

Instructional Design Librarian

JOB PURPOSE:   

The University of Wyoming Libraries seeks a creative, collaborative, and patron-focused librarian for the Instructional Design and Accessibility Librarian in the Research & Instruction Department. This librarian will serve as the libraries’ coordinator for instructional design efforts and liaison to the Ellbogen Center for Teaching and Learning, UW Online, and UW at Casper. Additionally, this role will work with stakeholders within and outside the library to ensure library services are accessible, compliant with the law and beyond. This role includes developing a clear understanding of the teaching, research, and scholarly communication practices in assigned liaison areas; providing research consultation and instructional support as needed; and engaging with and communicating with liaison units on behalf of the Libraries. Collaborate with colleagues inside and outside the Research and Instruction department for projects, assessment, and instruction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Take a leading role in coordinating instructional design efforts including designing and distributing tutorials, research guides, lesson plans, and videos.
Develop information literacy instruction and serve as a role model for incorporating universal design for learning (UDL) in instruction.
Engage and participate in ongoing assessment of student learning, including furthering assessment of online learning
Serve as primary liaison to the Ellbogen Center for Teaching and Learning, UW Online, and UW at Casper. 
Serve as liaison librarian for departments to be determined by incumbent's background and department needs
Coordinate outreach efforts for UW Online and UW at Casper students, including developing workshops and directing support of the programs. 
Work with stakeholders within and outside the library to ensure that library resources, policies, documentation, and services are accessible and compliant with guidelines established by the Department of Education Office of Civil Rights and Americans with Disabilities Act. 
Participate in open access initiatives including the Libraries Open Educational Resources program and scholarly communication programs. 
This position reports to the chair of Research & Instruction 

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:  

As a member of the library faculty, the successful candidate is expected to pursue an active and ongoing program of research, service, and professional development: (https://www.uwyo.edu/regs-policies/_files/docs/regulations-2020/uw-reg-2-1-approved-10-14-20.pdf). 

For more information on the UW Libraries, please visit https://www.uwyo.edu/libraries.

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

Please address all minimum qualifications in your application materials.

Master's degree in library and/or information science from an ALA-accredited or equivalent program. (May 2025 graduates are encouraged to apply)
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

Experience providing consultation services in a library setting. 
Experience providing instruction and/or workshops to faculty, students, and staff in an academic setting
Experience creating tutorials, guides, or videos 
Knowledge of information literacy principles and applications of the Framework for Information Literacy in Higher Education
Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning, or other Instructional Design principles 
Knowledge of Accessibility best practices in compliance with the law and beyond 
*UW Libraries is committed to providing professional development funding and time to allow qualified candidates to acquire skills and grow into positions.   

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: 

Cover letter 
Resume or C.V. 
Contact information for four work-related references.  
This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 03/02/2025 will receive full consideration.