Research, Engagement, and Learning Librarian #442163 - Beaumont, United States - Lamar University

Description

Position Details
Position Information

Posting Number
202208

Classification Title

Position Title
Research, Engagement, and Learning Librarian # Previous Applicants Do Not Need to Reapply)

FTE
1.00

FLSA

Salary
Commensurate

Job Summary/Basic Function
About This Role:
The librarian is responsible for developing library guides and exhibits, providing research services, information literacy instruction, and other duties as assigned. In addition, the librarian will collaborate with colleagues on library-wide committees and projects to advocate for the research needs of Lamar University/Lamar Institute of Technology constituents.
Position Responsibilities:

• Participates in the planning and delivery of team-based virtual research services (i.e. chat, text, email, and telephone).
• Creates and maintains library guides in Springshare LibGuides.
• Collaborates with faculty to integrate information literacy across the curriculum.
• Participates in and promotes workshops, events, and other programming relevant to Lamar University individually and collaboratively.
• Contributes to social media and develops exhibits/displays.
• Consistently participates in collaborative partnerships and relationships in the library, university, and surrounding communities events to promote library services and resources.
• Actively engages in university service, professional development, research, and publication/presentations to meet the promotion and tenure criteria of the Mary & John Gray Library faculty.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Who We Are:

Lamar University is a diverse and accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100 degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.
Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture of diversity where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.
Benefits:

• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Life insurance
• State of Texas Retirement plans
• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent.
• Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance – Lamar University

Minimum Qualifications (Education & Experience)
Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association (ALA) or from a program in a country with a formal accreditation process as identified by ALA.
• Library instruction and reference experience in a variety of formats in an academic library.
• Experience in the use and adoption of technological tools, such as social media and other emerging technologies and platforms, for the delivery and support of library services.
• Possess a record of scholarship, research, and professional service appropriate to appointment as a tenure-track faculty member.

Key Competencies:

• Knowledge and experience in the use of information resources in all formats, with an emphasis on digital resources.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies, trends in librarianship, information literacy theory and practice, and research, instruction, and research resources and services.
• Familiarity with software tools, such as online Microsoft Office applications, online catalogs, library-specific applications, such as the Springshare applications, and learning management systems, such as Blackboard.

Physical Requirements:

• Lift 25 pounds

Job Conditions:

• Office environment

Preferred Qualifications (Education & Experience)

Certification Required

Key Competencies

Physical Requirements

Work Hours

Job Conditions

EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran's Preference
Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section

Security Sensitive Statement
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Lamar Expectation of Quality

Employee will support the mission of Lamar by providing high quality, professional services, timely responses and solutions to customer requests.

Essential Functions

Posting Detail Information

Open Date
08/05/2022

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants
Please be sure to list a minimum of 3 in your list of references. Reference letters will be requested by the Search Committee at a later date.
Only complete applications will be considered.
Review of application begins 1/31/2024.
A virtual information session about the position will be held on January 10, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. CST? Email Dr. Alyse Jordan at to obtain meeting link.

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