Hybrid Distinctive Collections Engagement Librarian

St. Olaf College; Northfield (MN); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9% retirement match

Tuition discount for employees' children

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A well-known liberal arts college in Northfield, MN, is seeking a Distinctive Collections Engagement Librarian to enhance teaching and outreach for its unique archival materials. This role requires a Master’s degree in Library Science and involves significant collaboration with faculty and archivists. The librarian will lead innovative instructional programs, develop outreach initiatives for rare collections, and supervise student workers, all while aiming to enhance the college’s educational mission.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library and Information Science or relevant advanced degree.
• 3+ years of professional experience in a library, focusing on teaching in distinctive collections or archives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach Distinctive Collections instruction programs.
• Create outreach initiatives for unique books and archival materials.
• Lead innovative exhibition programs and collaborations.
• Supervise and mentor student workers.
• Participate in Library teams and working groups.

Skills

Instructional technology

Public speaking

Relationship building

Research skills

Service orientation

Education

Master’s degree in Library and Information Science

Bachelor’s degree in humanities

Tools

Archival search tools

Digital media

Job description

A well-known liberal arts college in Northfield, MN, is seeking a Distinctive Collections Engagement Librarian to enhance teaching and outreach for its unique archival materials. This role requires a Master’s degree in Library Science and involves significant collaboration with faculty and archivists. The librarian will lead innovative instructional programs, develop outreach initiatives for rare collections, and supervise student workers, all while aiming to enhance the college’s educational mission.