University of Wisconsin-Superior Jim Dan Hill Library Position Description

Working Title: Information Literacy Librarian Hays Hill Title/Level: Academic Librarian, Associate level Appointment: Annual (12 month), renewable, 100% appointment Position Reports to: Director, Library

Position Summary: The Information Literacy Librarian will have primary responsibility for the planning, implementation, and coordination of a library instruction program that supports student retention and success. They will play a major role in conducting information literacy instruction sessions and will also coordinate the library team to provide additional instructional sessions. They will develop methods that use active learning pedagogy within courses and mentor other librarians in the use of effective pedagogical methods. They will assess information literacy instruction, and will use the results to develop and strengthen the program. The Information Literacy Librarian will participate in the library’s reference services and serve as a liaison to one or more academic departments. As professionals, librarians are expected to actively engage with peers in the library, campus, and the UW System; and be leaders in library, university and UW System committees as assigned.

Duties:  Provide leadership in shaping an information literacy program.  Plan, implement, coordinate, and teach instruction sessions across the curriculum that develop information literacy skills according to current and emerging standards.  Design and develop creative and innovative activities to enhance critical thinking and enhance information literacy on campus.  Work collaboratively with faculty to design and integrate information literacy into the curriculum.  Keep current with new teaching, learning, and technology movements and examine their applicability to library services.  Implement training for librarians and library staff on new and emerging instructional methods.  Collaborate with the Systems and Digital Services Librarian to develop online learning tools to promote information literacy skills.  Collect, compile, and assess meaningful library instruction data.  Provide in-person and virtual reference assistance. OR Provide reference services to campus and community users.  Work collaboratively with librarians, faculty, and staff on collection development for assigned liaison subject areas.  Participate in library, university, and UW-System committees as assigned.  Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:  Demonstrated ability to guide and advance an information literacy program based on best practices, tools, and emerging trends.  Knowledge of active learning pedagogy within courses, including course-integrated one-shots, embedded instruction and workshops.  Understanding of and commitment to information literacy assessment methods.  Passionate about student learning.  Excellent oral and written communication skills.  Excellent interpersonal skills, a positive attitude and enthusiasm for learning.  Technical skills and a willingness to develop new competencies.  Ability to work with diverse cultures and learning styles.  Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Required Qualifications Include:  ALA accredited master’s degree from an accredited institution  Demonstrated experience in teaching information literacy instruction sessions.  Experience in providing reference service.

Desirable Qualifications Include:  Experience working in an academic library.  Experience with statistical analysis, including producing reports, visualizing data, and communicating findings.  Experience developing online instruction materials.  Experience with course management systems.  Experience with library liaison responsibilities.