Job Summary
Research and Instruction is a faculty position that provides reference and information literacy services to the SNU community. The Research and Instruction Librarian will build research and instruction teams from the library staff and directly supervise the part-time reference librarians. This will be a learner focused librarian who will lead outreach programs to impact students with research information seeking skills and knowledge of quality library resources. Southern Nazarene University is an expression of the Church of the Nazarene. According to SNU policy, all faculty and staff must profess faith in Jesus Christ, possess a strong personal Christian commitment and be committed to the SNU mission to make Christlike disciples through higher education in a Christ centered community.
Job Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily operation of the information station including virtual platforms.
- Schedules and supervises part time reference librarians.
- Responds to information requests from SNU faculty, students, staff and alumni.
- Collaborates with teaching faculty to deliver research and information instruction.
- Develops and teaches sessions on research and information literacy.
- Designs and produces information and instruction materials for regular use.
- Lead the library colleagues in planning, developing and delivering instruction.
- Develops evaluation tools to assess instruction and reference services.
- Provides on-demand reference services through Libguides and other platforms.
- Initiates information sharing and outreach services.
- Recommends library research sources for acquisition.
Educational/Experiential Requirements
- Master’s degree from ALA accredited library science program.
- Minimum of two years of related work experience and/or relevant training.
- Familiar with ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education.
- Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple demands in a fast-paced work environment.
- Experience with various computer software applications.
- Additional master’s degree is preferred.
- Experience in higher education is a plus.
Job Application Instructions
Apply online through Human Resources. https://www.paycomonline.net/