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Head of Research and Instruction Services (Assistant or Associate Librarian)

Employer
Louisiana State University
Location
Louisiana, United States
Salary
Salary Commensurate with experience
Date posted
Nov 17, 2020

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The Head of Research and Instruction Services at LSU Library reports to the Associate Dean for Public and Collection Services. The incumbent develops strategy for the department's support of research and instruction on the LSU campus and leads outreach to university faculty and departments in order establish partnerships throughout campus.

Job Responsibilities

LEADERSHIP IN RESEARCH. Fosters the development of emerging and traditional information and research services necessary to support the university’s mission of generating, preserving, disseminating, and applying knowledge and cultivating the arts; establishes goals for the department in concert with the Library’s strategic plan; establishes policies and procedures and organizes priorities within the department; oversees the services offered by the LSU Library Research/Information desk. (35%)

ADMINISTRATION, MANAGEMENT & SUPERVISION   Hires and directly supervises all departmental staff, currently including 12 librarians and 1 Coordinator, and provides indirect supervision of several student workers. Serves on Advisory Group representing Research and Instruction Services and provides leadership within the library in coordinating efforts with other library units. (25%)

INSTRUCTION SERVICES. Provides and directs outreach to campus partners to lead and/or support campus wide instructional initiatives; creates and maintains a visible presence on campus, representing the Libraries in instruction initiatives; provides innovative guidance, direction, planning, support, and assessment of instructional services and initiatives at the Libraries; oversees library instruction and outreach programs offered by RIS librarians; remains current with best practices in research and instructional services and incorporates these into the work of the department. (20%)

RESEARCH AND SERVICE  Works toward tenure and promotion through research and service; serves on Library and LSU committees, task forces, and interdepartmental groups as needed, contributes to local, state regional and/or national service. (15%)

OTHER: Assumes liaison responsibilities that include presentations to classes and consultations with students and researchers within the assigned subject areas (as needed or desired by the incumbent); coordinates with the Director of Collection Development and Management to recommend materials for purchase for the library in assigned subject areas; other duties as assigned.  (5%)

Assistant Librarian

Minimum Qualifications

ALA-accredited Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science/Studies and 3-5 years of experience.

Experience as a research and instruction librarian; knowledge of library resources; successful growth in library management and leadership; demonstrated supervisory experience; excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree and 5 or more years of experience.

Experience coordinating a library instruction program, experience with curricular development in a library context, experience working with new information technologies

Associate Librarian

Minimum Qualifications

ALA-accredited Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science/Studies and 5-7 years of experience, 3 years or more at the Assistant Librarian (or commensurate) level.

Demonstrated experience as a research and instruction librarian; knowledge of library  resources;successful growth in library management and leadership; demonstrated supervisory experience; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; demonstrated excellence in scholarship and service.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.d and 7-10 years of experience.

Experience coordinating a library instruction program, experience with curricular development in a library context, experience working with new information technologies

Special Instructions:

Applications will be reviewed beginning December 11, 2020 and will continue until the position is filled. 

Apply here: https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/LSU/job/0030-LSU-Library/Head-of-Research-and-Instruction-Services--Assistant-or-Associate-Librarian-_R00050537

Please provide cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application. However, official transcripts are required prior to hire. Attach ALL required documents under the "Resume/CV" section of your application.

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

 

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