Librarian, University of the South, (Sewanee, TN)

Posted May 10, 2023

Brief Job Description:
The Student Outreach and Instruction Librarian develops and coordinates the library’s student outreach and engagement efforts. Teaches information literacy instruction and research skills. Provides a full range of research assistance to students, staff, faculty, and the community.

Join us in Research Help, a library student support center composed of three librarians (this position included), that exists to promote information literacy and student inquiry on campus.

Attributes of a Successful Candidate:

Education:
ALA-accredited graduate degree.

Experience:
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
Demonstrated ability to foster and maintain effective working relationships and work collaboratively.
Demonstrated knowledge of current professional trends, especially those relating to research and instructional services.
Commitment to contributing to a supportive, collegial work environment.

Job-Related Skills:
Knowledge of librarianship and best practices, skilled instructor, actively seeking innovative ideas related to information literacy/fluency instruction and pedagogy. Excellent collaborative skills and excellent oral and written communication skills.

Salary Range:
$52,000 – $71,500

The Place:
The University of the South, commonly known as Sewanee, comprises a nationally ranked residential College of Arts and Sciences and a School of Theology. The University is strongly committed to the values of intellectual inquiry, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and living and serving in community. Situated on 13,000 acres atop Tennessee’s Cumberland Plateau, Sewanee is known for its stunning natural beauty while providing easy access to Chattanooga, Nashville, and Huntsville. The University is affiliated with the Episcopal Church and seeks to help employees of all backgrounds and identities flourish.

How to Apply

For the full description and to apply, see the listing: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/sewanee/jobs/4022797/student-outreach-and-instruction-librarian?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs