Student Success Librarian

Position Location Fort Collins, CO

Work Location Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work

Posting Number: 202400383F

Proposed Annual Salary Range $66,667-$72,000

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

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Work Hours/Week: 40

Description of Work Unit

The Colorado State University (CSU) Libraries is at the heart of fostering learning, research, and community engagement. We are committed to providing equitable access to information, ensuring that all users benefit from our resources. We recognize the importance of intentional and persistent efforts in our commitment to diversity, equity, and social justice and have adopted CSU's Principles of Community as our values.

Our primary facility, Morgan Library, and our branch at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital serve as dynamic hubs where students connect with vital information and innovative resources. At CSU Libraries, you will be collaborating with and working alongside around 80 passionate faculty and staff members, as well as 80-100 motivated student employees, all united in meeting the diverse informational needs of our users in physical and digital spaces. We encourage and reinforce curiosity, professional growth, innovation, and leadership opportunities through dedicated time and funding in a supportive academic setting that values continuous learning.

The Student Success unit builds foundational information literacy skills for CSU students, improves university student success metrics by partnering to integrate library instruction into core curriculum courses, and supports programs that help students successfully transition to CSU. The unit collaborates and partners with other campus programs to provide library outreach and support for holistic student success. Join us on this journey toward an inclusive and informed future. Explore, learn, and grow with CSU Libraries!

To learn about Colorado State University's Community, People, Perks, and Purpose, please visit: https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/

Tenure/Tenure Track? No

% Research 0

% Teaching 90

% Service 10

% Administration 0

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 01/27/2025

Position Summary

As the Student Success Librarian, you'll be at the forefront of transforming information literacy for undergraduates, helping students transition to the university, and sharing the research potential of an academic library. You'll harness cutting-edge online tools, forge meaningful partnerships across campus, and create engaging programs that boost academic performance and nurture students' overall well-being.

The Student Success Librarian will:

• Design and deliver captivating instruction sessions that transform students into savvy information seekers
• Collaborate with faculty and campus leaders to integrate information literacy into actionable learning outcomes
• Spearhead innovative library programs that ignite student curiosity and foster a love for learning
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives that align with CSU's Principles of Community and our Libraries' mission, vision, and strategic goals.
• Provide targeted programs for first-generation, underrepresented, and marginalized students, and celebrate their contributions to our CSU community.This position reports to the Head of Student Success and is part of a team of librarians working together to support student success at CSU.

Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Required Job Qualifications

• A Master's degree in Library/Information Science (ALA-accredited or international equivalent) or a master's degree from a related field such as Information, Learning, Design and Technology
• A track record of delivering engaging presentations or instruction sessions that leave audiences inspired
• Excellent written communication skills that demonstrate your ability to connect with a diverse array of students, faculty, and staff
• A creative spark and the flexibility to adapt to our ever-changing academic landscape
• Demonstrated understanding of the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice and how they relate to the mission of the CSU LibrariesPreferred Job Qualifications

none

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please upload a cover letter and resume that address the required job qualifications, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

At Colorado State University, diversity, equity, and inclusion are more than words - they are a call to action. The CSU Libraries supports this vision with a commitment to boosting equitable access to knowledge by eliminating barriers to discovery. We seek candidates from a rich diversity of lived experiences who are excited to work with users in an inclusive university community that welcomes and affirms the diversity of people, identities, perspectives, and ideas. Applicants are encouraged to think broadly about and communicate how their skills and experiences transfer to the qualifications in ways that may not be obvious. We strongly encourage those who will further advance the Libraries' commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. We welcome applicants with a range of experiences, including those new to the profession.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected].

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected].

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University's Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected].

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.

Diversity Statement

Ability to advance the department's commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities.

Search Contact Alyssa Baechle, [email protected]

Job Duty Category: Librarianship

Duty/Responsibility

This position supports student success at Colorado State University by engaging in several critical initiatives:

• Empower Future Leaders: Design and deliver cutting-edge library instruction and integrate innovative online tools to cultivate critical information literacy skills in undergraduates.
• Build Bridges Across Campus: Serve as a critical collaborator, forging partnerships with faculty, academic units, and campus organizations. Your efforts will directly support both library and university strategic priorities, creating a more connected and information-rich campus ecosystem, and will contribute to broader student success goals at the university level.
• Ignite Curiosity and Engagement: Use your creative skills to plan and execute exciting library-based events and activities. You'll play a key role in reshaping perceptions of the library as a trusted resource for students as they navigate the complex world of academic information.
• Shape the Future of CSU Libraries: Lend your voice and expertise to library and university committees, task forces, and advisory groups. Your insights will help steer the direction of our services and shape our impact.
• Embrace New Challenges: Take on special projects and duties that push the boundaries of what a modern academic library can be. Your adaptability and innovation will be key to our evolving success.Percentage Of Time: 90

Job Duty Category: Service

Duty/Responsibility

• As a Libraries faculty member, the Student Success Librarian will engage in service activities that support the CSU Libraries, the university, and relevant professional organizations, and help advance the field of librarianship.
• You'll also foster a more inclusive campus by playing an active role in diversity and inclusion initiatives that align with our institutional values.
• Your efforts will help create a more welcoming and equitable environment for all members of the CSU community.Percentage Of Time: 10

Minimum References Requested 3

Maximum References Requested 3

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected].

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected].

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected].

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.