Student Flourishing Librarian

Reporting to the Head of Instruction and Engagement, the Student Flourishing Librarian will work collaboratively with members of the Research, Engagement, and Scholarly Communications division to develop and promote a growing instruction and engagement program that is devoted to upholding Emory Libraries' commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and to further the Libraries' commitment to the University's student flourishing initiative.

As a member of the Instruction and Engagement team, the Student Flourishing Librarian will play a vital role in helping the libraries develop inclusive and robust instruction and engagement programming for an undergraduate audience in a range of environments, including in-person and online.

The Student Flourishing Librarian will work on a variety of instruction projects, including teaching information literacy sessions for undergraduate students, leading and developing workshops on digital, data, and information literacy topics, and engaging in assessment projects related to Emory's undergraduate population and creating content to support our growing online instruction programming.

The Student Flourishing Librarian will also collaborate on projects related to student flourishing across campus, especially through developing orientation programming, promoting reflective pedagogy and critical information literacy, and providing purpose-oriented instruction for first-year, first generation, international, and transfer students with campus partners.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

Student Flourishing

1. Work collaboratively to help the Emory Libraries develop new approaches to supporting student flourishing within increasingly flexible teaching and learning environments.

2. Collaborate with library colleagues and campus partners to provide support for undergraduate student flourishing initiatives, including supporting the Emory Libraries Student Ambassador program

3. Work with partners to develop and lead assessment projects to gain insight into undergraduate student populations and undergraduate student programs at the libraries, including focus groups, whiteboard surveys, informational interviews, and other techniques.

Instruction

1. Work collaboratively to help the Emory Libraries develop innovative approaches to conducting outreach and instruction in increasingly flexible teaching and learning environments, including online environments.

2. Work collaboratively to ensure that the Emory Libraries instruction program upholds values of diversity, equity, and inclusion and a commitment to anti-racist pedagogy.

3. Work with the Head of Instruction and Engagement in designing instructional programming that promotes reflective pedagogy and purpose-oriented learning.

4. Develop, conduct, and assess information literacy instruction sessions for undergraduate students, particularly for students in introductory English 101 classes.

5. Develop, conduct, and assess workshops for undergraduate students to support co-curricular skill building in areas such as communication, research, and digital and data literacy.

6. Work with faculty and instructors to integrate critical information literacy and research skills into their course assignments.

7. Incorporate current and emerging instructional practices, methodologies, and technologies into library instruction.

8. Collaborate with colleagues to design, develop, and assess online instructional materials, including LibGuides and instructional videos, to support the libraries' instruction program.

9. Serve on task forces and committees that support library instruction and engagement and student flourishing.

Outreach and Engagement

1. Provide support to new initiatives focusing on first-year, transfer, international, first-generation, and under-resourced students to enhance their academic experience and sense of belonging at the libraries.

2. Work with the Head of Instruction and Engagement to promote and market instruction and engagement programming.

3. Collaborate with library colleagues and campus partners to provide support for undergraduate student flourishing initiatives, including new orientation programming.

Professional Responsibilities

1. Maintains up-to-date professional knowledge and skills in areas related to primary job assignment as well as maintains general knowledge of current trends in higher education, academic libraries, and information and educational technology.

2. Provides reference assistance to Emory students and faculty, visiting scholars, and the public as needed and assigned.

3. Adheres to guidelines outlined in the Handbook Governing the Librarian series for Faculty-Equivalent Librarians

4. Participates in library and campus committees as appropriate for service purposes.

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Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• ALA-accredited master's degree in library and information science. Master's degree must be awarded by June 30, 2023.
• Teaching and instruction experience, whether in a library setting or another educational setting.
• Experience creating and using online instructional materials, including videos.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work successfully in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
• Commitment to user-centered library services.
• Commitment to fostering a diverse educational environment and workplace and an ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience with instruction in libraries.
• Experience providing instruction and engagement services for undergraduate student populations.
• Experience with assessment tools and techniques.
• Experience providing reference services and research consultations.
• Experience with marketing and creating promotional materials.
• Practical knowledge of ACRL's Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education.

Application Instructions:

Application Procedures

Interested candidates should review the applications requirements and apply online at {Link to iCIMS posting}, http://apply.interfolio.com/133148

Applications may be submitted as Word or PDF attachments and must include:

1. Cover letter of application describing qualifications and experience;

2. Current resume/vita detailing education and relevant experience; and

3. Emory Libraries recognize diversity, equity, and inclusion as core values integral to achieving our mission to enrich the quality of life and advance intellectual discovery by connecting people of diverse backgrounds and experiences. Emory's student flourishing initiative also highlights our commitment to creating an inclusive environment for students to strengthen their values and develop skills. Please write a statement of 300-500 words that describes your experience with supporting the teaching, learning, and research of diverse students and faculty, as well as your experience in advancing social justice and equity in your work, and explain how you will foster an inclusive research, teaching, and learning environment through your role as the Student Flourishing Librarian.

4. On a separate document list the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of 3 professional references including a current or previous supervisor.

Review of applications will begin the week of October 30, 2023. Review of applications will continue until position is successfully filled. Emory is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that welcomes and encourages diversity and seeks applications and nominations from women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans.