Exempt Temporary or Casual

General Responsibilities as a Member of the Research & Learning Team (70%) Provide general research support to library users during scheduled hours Provide foundational information literacy instruction to classes in College Writing and College in the Schools Assist students and other researchers in evaluating resources and refining topics for research Keep current on professional issues related to research help services Share information on resources and research skills with colleagues Document data on research transactions and instruction sessions Serve as a member of the Research & Learning Team and participate in team meetings Participate in team events and initiatives Work cooperatively with library staff

Additional Assignments (30%) Respond to research help inquiries from the College of Education and Human Service Professions (CEHSP) and the Labovitz School of Business and Economics (LSBE), making referrals to R&L and university system colleagues as needed Make updates to College Writing information literacy components as a member of the College Writing Working Group Select information resources to support CEHSP and LSBE; review existing resources to maintain up-to-date and accessible library collection Contribute to decision making about resource renewals and cancellations Inform CEHSP and LSBE library users about relevant changes to library electronic resources

Qualifications

Required: BA/BS degree plus at least two years of experience of a combination of education and experience to equal at least six years Excellent organizational and written communication skills Demonstrated experience with proposing and/or implementing actions that improve equity and inclusion in your work Demonstrated experience building collaborative relationships with colleagues, library users, and/or community partners

Preferred: Demonstrated experience designing and/or delivering information literacy instruction Demonstrated experience providing reference service in a library Demonstrated experience with collection development, including working with children's literature materials

About the Department

This position is part of Research and Learning in the Kathryn A. Martin Library.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: 23.54 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected] or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD)

The University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) consistently ranks among the top Midwestern, regional universities in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges" issue.

Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD provides an alternative to both large research and small liberal arts environments and attracts students looking for a personalized learning experience on a medium-sized campus of a major university. A firm liberal arts foundation anchors a variety of traditional degree programs, as well as professional and graduate students that draw on UMD's many research institutes and labs.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).