Student Engagement Librarian

Description

External

Retirement Plan:

TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary $75,000 - $80,000 Anticipated Start Date 04/01/2024 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job

Posting Date:

01/11/2024 Job

Closing Date:

Open until filled:

Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and a list of three references. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

POSITION AVAILABLE : After April 1, 2024.

CONTACT : Savanna Nolan ([email protected]), Chair of the search committee.

Location of Vacancy:

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Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Librarian AC FLSA Faculty Rank Open Rank Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications:

A J.D. from an ABA -accredited law school and an ALA accredited master's degree in librarianship or information science. Degrees must be completed prior to candidate's starting date of employment.
Position Summary
The Alexander Campbell King Law Library at the University of Georgia School of Law is excited to announce an opening for the Student Engagement Librarian position. This individual will serve as the Law Library's primary liaison between the Law Library and students.

The Student Engagement Librarian will develop, market, and coordinate library services and programs for law students. The position is also responsible for teaching for-credit legal research courses and coordinating informal instruction. This position reports to the Associate Director for Instruction and Access Services.
Additional Requirements
For information on the criteria for the rank of Librarian I and Librarian II, please see https://libguides.law.uga.edu/librarian-promotion .
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

• Prior history in providing student engagement activities

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to provide law school instruction.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent project management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Knowledge of educational and legal technologies

Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
Student Engagement
Create, evaluate and promote library services, programs and resources for law students; Serve as the primary liaison between the Law Library and students; Design and implement assessment measures to gauge student satisfaction with the Law Library. Coordinate with the School of Law, law librarians and Law Library staff as needed.
Percentage Of Time 40 Duties/Responsibilities
Research, Reference, and Instructional Services
Responsible for planning and teaching first year, advanced and specialized legal research for-credit courses. Provide synchronous and asynchronous informal legal research instruction and materials as needed. Participate in research and reference services.
Percentage Of Time 40 Duties/Responsibilities
Law Library Operations
Contribute to teams and committees by planning, evaluating, assessing, marketing and implementing services, resources and technologies. Support initiatives in the Law Library and School of Law strategic plans.
Percentage Of Time 10 Duties/Responsibilities
Professional Development and Other Duties
Participate in professional, scholarly and service activities. Maintain knowledge of emerging library and legal education trends. Acquire new skills and participate in other projects as needed.
Percentage Of Time 10

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents