Learning & Curricular Services Librarian

Job Title

Learning & Curricular Services Librarian

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Libraries

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Here's a Glimpse of the Job

As a Learning and Curricular Services Librarian (Assistant) specializing in business information literacy, you will participate in a new team of librarians dedicated to building library programs that enhance student success. We need a librarian that is creative, dynamic, and learning-centered to contribute to our growing library instruction program. You would be working collaboratively with other learning librarians in your unit and with librarians across the organization to strategically further the educational mission of the University Libraries and the university. Learn more about our various locations and employment at the Libraries: https://library.tamu.edu/about/employment/index.php

Business, Social Sciences, or Finance literacy librarians are especially encouraged to apply. New graduates, as well as public and school librarians are also encouraged to apply. Your degree must be awarded prior to your start date.

What You Need to Do:

Apply! Submitting a cover letter and CV with the application is strongly recommended and will assist us in our review. We recommend tailoring your materials to this position. Please include your presentation or instruction (such as teaching, TA positions, tutoring, etc.) experience and/or transferable skills relevant to this position. You may attach the files during the application process.

Opportunities to Contribute

• Learning and Curricular Support

• Provide information literacy instruction, assignment redesign, learning assessment, and online education. Coordinate/participate in special projects related to curricular integration of library materials, programs, and services.

• Collaborations & Advocacy

• Work on a specific team of librarians to support business information literacy.

• Consultation Services

• Provide reference and instructional consultations for students and faculty that contribute to student learning and success.

• Professional Development and Contributions

• Participate in professional organizations and scholarly activities in order to incorporate creative ideas and technologies into library services and programs.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Library Science or equivalent combination of education and experience

• No additional education required

A well-qualified candidate for these positions will also possess:

• Master's degree from an American Library Association accredited program

• Ability to communicate effectively with groups and present content to large groups of people

• Coursework or experience in information literacy instruction, instructional design, lesson planning, creating learning outcomes and assessments, and/or working with faculty on assignment re-design

• Adaptability and willingness to learn

• Demonstrated enthusiasm and commitment to student success services and programs

• Coursework or experience in reference and/or instructional consultation services

• Coursework or experience with pedagogy and learning theories

• Experience evaluating teaching and/or library services and programs

• Knowledge of academic library resources and services

• Experience working with learning technologies and library programs

• Ability to conduct reference interviews and consultation services for students and faculty

Minimum Starting Salary: $5,241.67 per month

• Compensation and classification are based on the analyses of the above qualifications during the recruitment process.

Why Texas A&M University?

Our Commitment: Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as: sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. In addition, you have access to many benefits and perks, such as:

• Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas

• Free exercise programs and release time for health and wellness programs

• All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training programs, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.