Undergraduate Engagement Librarian
This is a full time, 12-month, Unclassified Academic Staff position. See Handbook for Faculty and Other Unclassified Staff for criteria.
Apply by April 25, 2016 to be considered.
For additional job details and application instructions, please see:
View details 5367BR - Undergraduate Engagement Librarian
Contact Information to Applicants: Leah Nelson, leahnel@ku.edu
Position Overview
The University of Kansas Libraries seeks a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative individual to join the University of Kansas Libraries Research and Learning Division. Reporting to the Head of the Center for Undergraduate Initiatives and Engagement, the Undergraduate Engagement Librarian will focus on building connections, developing programs, and promoting the role of the library as both an academic and non-academic partner in support of undergraduate student success. This position will support and implement innovative library programming, provide instructional programming aimed at undergraduate students, and develop student learning outcomes assessment metrics. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with colleagues in the libraries and across campus to enhance undergraduate student engagement from the first-year through graduation. In particular, this position will support diversity efforts through programs designed to help non-traditional, first-generation, underrepresented and international student populations to acclimate and thrive at KU. The successful candidate will possess innovative ideas about undergraduate services and a strong interest in strengthening partnerships that support undergraduate student success. The University of Kansas Libraries supports a safe and inclusive environment for all members of our diverse communities at KU. We are committed to building a diverse and pluralistic workforce and strongly encourage applications from diverse candidates.
Required Qualifications
- ALA-accredited master’s degree in Library/Information Science or other terminal degree; or a master's degree and a minimum of 2 years of academic library experience by time of appointment.
- A minimum of one year’s experience teaching undergraduate students.
- A minimum of one year’s experience with assessing student learning outcomes.
- A minimum of one year’s experience designing and delivering undergraduate programs in collaboration with campus partners.
Preferred Qualifications
- ALA-accredited master’s degree in Library/Information Science.
- Demonstrated success developing programs and services for non-traditional, transfer, first-generation, and underrepresented or international students.
- Experience working effectively and collegially with a diverse population.
- Experience applying best practices in instructional design and pedagogical principles.
- Experience designing and delivering programs and/or services for an online environment. Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
Best,
Sofia
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Sofia Leung, MLIS, MPA
Learning Studio Librarian
University of Kansas|Anschutz Library
1301 Hoch Auditoria Drive, Rm 320K
Lawrence, KS 66045
sofialeu@ku.edu | 785.864.1141
Twitter: @sofiayleung
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers