Student Success Librarian

About SUNY Delhi:

SUNY Delhi is an inclusive, student-centered campus that transforms student lives through hands-on learning, innovation, engaged faculty, and exceptional support services. A close-knit campus community set in the scenic foothills of the Catskill Mountains, Delhi is a leader within the SUNY system for applied learning and online programs that cater to a diverse student population of over 2,500 students in over 65 popular majors ranging from associate to master degrees. SUNY Delhi employs approximately 490 full-time, and part-time faculty and staff to fulfill its mission of transforming lives.

SUNY Delhi currently offers over 50 student clubs and organizations, as well as 19 NCAA Division III athletic teams. SUNY Delhi has received national accolades for affordability, online education programs, and outstanding student success.

As the county seat for Delaware County, Delhi is a bustling village with eateries, shops, government offices, and more. SUNY Delhi is an integral part of the community, doubling its population when college is in session. The College offers an array of activities and programs throughout the year for faculty and staff, including a state-of-the-art fitness center, racquetball courts, indoor/outdoor tennis courts, track, basketball courts, indoor pool, sauna, golf simulator, and even an 18-hole golf course. SUNY Delhi employees enjoy unique perks which include access to a student-run restaurant, Community Dog Wash Days, on-campus Butcher Shop, Automotive Repair Shop, and free Professional Development Workshops offered twice a year to help faculty and staff learn innovative teaching skills, earn certificates, get valuable training, and explore new interests. Most employees come for a visit and stay for a lifetime. To learn more about SUNY Delhi, visit www.delhi.edu.

Job Description:

The Resnick Library at SUNY Delhi seeks a creative, service-oriented, and collaborative individual to serve as the Student Success Librarian. As a member of the library department, the Student Success Librarian will work collaboratively to implement and enhance services which benefit library users and the campus community. This will include opportunities to create information literacy learning workshops and modules and develop programming to enhance and support student success.

Early career librarians and/or recent MLIS graduates are encouraged to apply.

Major Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver classroom and online information literacy instruction for various disciplines and collaborate with faculty to integrate information literacy into courses

• Create and maintain digital learning materials such as research guides, videos, and tutorials to support information literacy instruction and promote library resources and services

• Evaluate the effectiveness and outcomes of library instruction and efforts and participate in campus-wide assessment activities

• Select and evaluate materials to be added to the library's collections in collaboration with faculty and other library staff

• Represent the library at events such as Orientations, prospective and accepted student days, tours, etc.

• Partner with non-academic departments to enhance learning and engagement for student success and retention

• Participate in reference desk rotation for on-site and virtual reference, including some evening and weekend shifts

• Engage in college service and maintain professional development through continuing education and engagement with professional organizations

• May serve as an academic advisor as needs and schedule permits

Requirements:

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in information and/or library science from an ALA-accredited school conferred by time of appointment

• Demonstrated knowledge of current library best practices, especially in relation to information literacy instruction

• Evidence of respect for and understanding of people with diverse backgrounds, abilities and needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with post-high-school graduates or experience working in Higher Education

Additional Information:

• Salary $52,000

• This is a 11 month, faculty tenure track position

• This position offers full New York State UUP (FT) benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country with an excellent fringe benefits package

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• SUNY Delhi has a strong commitment to Affirmative Action and Cultural Diversity. The College welcomes responses from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

• SUNY Delhi is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community for our students and employees. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of the background check.

Application Instructions:

To apply, please submit:

• Letter of interest addressing your qualifications and teaching philosophy

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae

• Contact information for three professional references

For full consideration, please apply by May 20, 2024. This position will remain open until filled.

SUNY Delhi is an AA/EO Employer