Outreach and Instruction Librarian

Baylor University: Office of the Provost: Libraries: LIB Buffer: Texas Collection

Location

Waco, TX

Deadline

Oct 19, 2024 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

The Outreach and Instruction Librarian will be responsible for preserving, stewarding, further developing, and interpreting the print materials at The Texas Collection and W. R. Poage Library – including but not limited to rare books, maps, cookbooks, and periodicals related to Texas history, local history, and politics. The Librarian will refine and develop collection holdings, provide teaching and outreach services for these collections, help identify items for digitization, and supervise one Library Information Specialist and student workers. This position will play an essential role in the future of Baylor University Libraries and the Texas Collection, University Archives & W. R. Poage Library.

Chartered by the Republic of Texas in 1845, Baylor University’s history is deeply intertwined with the rich history, culture, and heritage of Texas. The Outreach and Instruction Librarian will demonstrate collaboration, vision, wisdom, and ingenuity in providing leadership for collections development, outreach initiatives, instruction, and access. A vital component of this position is expanding the sphere of influence that The Texas Collection, University Archives & Collections of Political Materials at W. R. Poage Library have on campus among students, faculty, and the greater community.

This is a full-time, 12-month, on-site, academic-professional position with benefits and faculty status.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement policies and procedures for acquiring, preserving, and accessing books, maps, periodicals, and other print materials.
• Lead and coordinate reference services, answering questions in person, via e-mail, and through the LibAnswers platform.
• Lead, develop, and provide student-centered instructional sessions, workshops, and tours to promote awareness and use of the department’s materials.
• Collaborate with Baylor librarians, archivists, faculty, students, and researchers to integrate special collections materials into teaching, learning, and scholarship.
• Maintain familiarity with the department’s collections and their discovery tools.
• Supervise one staff Library Information Specialist and student workers.
• Assist in maintaining successful relationships with potential donors of materials.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues in Baylor’s Digitization Center on digitization and curation of digital assets.
• Remain current in emerging technologies used in special collections.
• Pursue professional development opportunities through local and national conferences, meetings, and workshops and involvement in professional organizations.
• Engage in library-wide initiatives through committees and task forces.
• Meet University and Library expectations for service and scholarship, including participation in the academic library community through research, presentations, and writing on topics related to areas of responsibility.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of the Texas Collection, University Archives & W. R. Poage Library.

About Baylor University: Located in Waco, Texas, Baylor University is the oldest college in Texas. With a population of 21,000 diverse students, Baylor is one of the top universities in the nation, having been named an R1 institution by the Carnegie Classification in January 2022. Baylor is also on the honor roll of the “Great Colleges to Work For” from The Chronicle of Higher Education; Baylor offers competitive salaries and benefits while allowing faculty and staff to live in one of the fastest-growing parts of the state. Our strategic plan, Illuminate, guides the University as we continue to live up to Baylor’s goal of educating men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community.

Qualifications

Required Job Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in library/information science from an ALA-accredited institution.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and a diverse clientele in a service-oriented, research-intensive environment.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively in an academic setting, with demonstrated skills in oral communication, written communication, and interpersonal interaction.
• Effective organizational, teaching, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated flexibility, creativity, and initiative in one’s work.
• Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects and competing priorities.
• Commitment to continual development of professional knowledge and skills.

Desired Job Qualifications:

• Certificate or concentration of study in archives or special collections.
• Experience working with rare books, archival materials, and special collections.
• Familiarity with Texas, McLennan County, and Waco history.
• Thorough knowledge of library and archival theory, methods, and practices.
• Basic knowledge of preservation techniques.
• Knowledge of rare book librarianship principles.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following materials electronically via Interfolio:

• Cover Letter
• C.V.
• Contact information for 3 references

All applicants must complete the self-disclosed Religious Affiliation Form in Interfolio.

Review of applications will begin after October 18th.

Candidates invited for an on-campus interview will need to provide official or unofficial transcripts.