Open Content and Affordable Learning Librarian

The Ball State University Libraries is searching for a talented and knowledgeable collaborator to build out support for and implementation of Open Education Resources (OER) and a variety of open access scholarship material as our Open Content and Affordable Learning Librarian. This position helps advance the Textbook Affordability initiative at Ball State and is essential to identifying key open access resources for existing and new course delivery methods such as Coursera and Lifetime Learning where openly accessible resources are key to avoiding copyright infringements. If you are committed to a culture of innovation and inclusion and are ready to join an exciting team focused on advancing the Libraries' mission to create transformative experiences for diverse communities of learners, we invite you to consider applying today.

Our Statement on Inclusiveness

At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define 'inclusiveness' as a commitment 'to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.' As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.

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Affordable Healthcare

Retirement

Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development

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FLSA: Learned Professional Exemption

Hrs/Week: 40

Length of Assignment: Full-Time At-Will

Position Function

Provide consultative, instructional, and outreach services to promote faculty, student, and staff engagement with Open Educational Resources, Open Access scholarship, and course reserve services; actively participate in University initiatives relevant to emerging models of scholarly communication and affordable learning; advance strategic partnerships with university stakeholders related to course material affordability initiatives; support an inclusive, diverse, and collaborative work environment and service culture to advance the strategic direction of the University Libraries.

Minimum Education

MLS/MLIS/MIS degree from an ALA accredited program or other relevant degree at time of appointment.

Minimum Experience

Experience related to Open Educational Resources, Open Access, or open pedagogy

Minimum Other

Effective oral and written communication skills; ability to collaborate with colleagues in an academic setting

Authorization to work in the US Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Education

Certification in, or familiarity with, Creative Commons licensing, open licensing, and fair use copyright concepts

Preferred Experience

Experience designing, implementing, and marketing academic library services; experience planning and implementing instructional sessions and workshops; experience with institutional repositories

Preferred Other

Knowledge of trends, standards, and literature relevant to open access initiatives in academic settings

Pre-Employment Screening Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.

Position Title(s) Supervised

None

EEO Statement

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

About Ball State University

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

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Department Information

The minimum salary for this position is $52,000. Monday - Friday 8am-5pm, summer 7:30am-4pm, potential for telework 1 day a week

Department Email or Phone Number 765-285-5277

Posting Number: 202401641P

Number of Vacancies: 1

Desired Start Date: 01/21/2025

Open Date: 10/25/2024

Applications Accepted Through Date: 11/25/2024

Open Until Filled: No

Information regarding transcripts The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University's enduring values, including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment 'to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.'

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ranking: 1 Provide consultative services to advance University community's engagement with Open Educational Resources, working with collaborators to identify and assess relevant OER and providing consultation regarding opportunities to publish, reuse, or revise open resources.
• Ranking: 2 Provide instructional sessions, workshops, and consultative services and advance collaborations with Libraries' liaisons and subject experts on topics including Open Educational Resources, Open Access publishing, open data, open licensing, and course reserves/Reading Lists; serve as functional liaison to all of campus to actively develop professional relationships to promote the integration of affordable course materials into the university curriculum and guide faculty, staff, and students in the appropriate selection and use of these materials.
• Ranking: 3 Collaborate with Copyright and Scholarly Communications Manager to provide guidance to faculty, staff, and students regarding open licensing and fair use of course materials; collaborate with Libraries' course reserves staff to advance the promotion of Reading Lists for the delivery of affordable course materials.
• Ranking: 4 Collaborate with Copyright and Scholarly Communication Manager to develop and provide inclusive educational programming for faculty, staff, and students to increase awareness and literacy in areas including innovative and evolving scholarly communications models, the economics of scholarly publishing, open access publishing opportunities, open educational resources, and Creative Common licensing.
• Ranking: 5 Participate in the development and application of assessment methodologies to measure impact and inform decision support related to OER, OA, and related library initiatives.
• Ranking: 6 Actively participate in and positively contribute to the activities of the Libraries, university, and profession through such opportunities as related professional organizations, presentations, committee service, publication, etc.; keep abreast of professional literature and scholarly developments in areas of specialization and pursue opportunities for relevant professional development.
• Ranking: 7 Perform other related duties as assigned.

Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.