[C24-074] Assistant Librarian- Research and Instruction

Central Connecticut State University’s Elihu Burritt Library is looking for a full-time Assistant Librarian. Ideal candidates should be collaborative, forward-thinking, knowledgeable, resourceful, and service-oriented. CCSU Librarians are essential in delivering a wide range of library services to students, faculty, and staff.

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About CCSU’s Elihu Burritt Library

CCSU’s Elihu Burritt Library provides students with information and materials from over 100 databases and over 400,000 books and physical materials needed to complete assigned classwork and research. The library maintains a safe, comfortable, and productive space that allows students to work on assignments and research while having research assistance and library materials at their fingertips.

For more information about Central Connecticut State University Elihu Burritt Library, please visit our website (Elihu Burritt Library).

Position Profile

This position is responsible for providing information literacy instruction in both single-session classes and semester-long credit-bearing courses, conducting research consultations, and providing both in-person and virtual services at the research desk. Additional responsibilities include serving as library liaison for assigned subject areas/departments and special projects pertaining to instructional and research services that are assigned throughout the year to assist the work of the library director. Candidates are expected to be committed to multiculturalism and working with a diverse student body.

This 12-month tenure-track appointment is under the direction of the Library Director. The work schedule will include some evening and weekend hours. Library faculty are represented by the Connecticut State University Association of University Professors (AAUP). The collective bargaining agreement defines the process for renewal, promotion, and tenure, while also delineating support for professional development.

Applicant Evaluative Criteria

Applicant profiles and supplementary materials will be evaluated for appointment based on the following:

Education:

All applicants must possess an advanced degree in Library Science or a closely related field from an accredited university.

Applicants who do not possess a Doctorate or terminal degree must additionally possess at least three (3) years of full-time service in a college or university at a rank of Staff Librarian or above with an additional full year of study above the master’s level.

Experience and Training:

• Two (2) years of experience instructing information literacy in a college or university
• Academic library reference experience
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of electronic and print information resources
• Must have good interpersonal skills and demonstrate a commitment to public service
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

Ideal Candidate

Preference will be given to applicants with the following:

• Demonstrated ability to effectively use instructional technologies, including generative AI resources and processes.
• Demonstrated experience with online learning management systems (e.g. Blackboard, D2L "Desire to Learn," Moodie, Canvas).
• Demonstrated experience providing concise information to undergraduate and graduate students in brief library instructions sessions covering a wide range of subject areas.
• Demonstrated experience teaching semester-long information literacy credit course.
• Demonstrated experience creating and implementing effective assessment tools to measure learning outcomes.
• Familiarity with screen recording and video editing software (e.g. Camtasia, Captivate).
• Demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience within STEM fields or allied health sciences.
• Demonstrated experience with productivity software; Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and Springshare Suite of products.

To Apply

To begin the application process, select the “Apply” button and electronically submit the following documents by December 1, 2024.

• Letter of interest addressing the qualifications for this position.
• Current CV or résumé
• Names of three current professional references with title, email addresses and telephone numbers.

Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. E-mailed and mailed applications will not be accepted. Please redact any personally identifiable information (i.e., Social Security Number, date of birth, marital status, country of origin) from any documents submitted.

Inquiries may be sent to Kristin D’Amato, Search Committee Chair, at 860-832-2074 or [email protected].

Compensation and Employee Benefits

In accordance with the Connecticut State University American Association of University Professors (AAUP) Collective Bargaining Union Contract, compensation for this position is at the Assistant Librarian for 2024-2025. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. For more information on the AAUP Collective Bargaining Agreement, please visit AAUP.

The State of Connecticut and Central Connecticut State University are proud to offer its employees competitive wages and a wide range of fringe benefits including voluntary and supplemental benefits.

Fringe benefits include: paid personal leave and sick leave accruals; medical, dental, and prescription plans; group life insurance; retirement; retiree health care; tuition waiver for employee and eligible dependents at any of the Connecticut State Universities (Central, Eastern, Southern or Western) as well as an array of voluntary and supplemental benefits such as Deferred Retirement Contribution plans, Dependent Care Assistance and Medical Flexible spending accounts; long and short term disability insurance plans.

For more detailed information, please visit CCSU Human Resources.

As an affirmative action employer, Central Connecticut State University actively seeks and encourages applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

CCSU is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Members of all underrepresented groups, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are invited and encouraged to apply.