Information Literacy and First-Year Engagement Librarian, Assistant Librarian - Professional Practice

LSU New Orleans; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

LSU New Orleans invites applications for a Librarian to lead information literacy instruction and to refine the library's literacy programs while supporting AI literacy across campus.

The role collaborates with First-Year Writing, University Success, and the Center for Teaching Innovation to design and deliver classroom and web-based instruction for first-year students and to develop online learning modules.

Qualifications

• MLS or equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited program.
• Demonstrated teaching ability.
• Expertise with information literacy concepts and frameworks.
• Web design and instructional technology skills.
• Proficiency with standard office software.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing technologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Commitment to service and scholarship with a view to tenure requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assess and grow the library's information literacy instruction program.
• Develop and deliver instruction that promotes information, digital, and AI literacy.
• Collaborate with university partners to design and deliver classroom and web-based instruction for first-year students.
• Develop instructional materials and e-learning modules for online learning.
• Provide professional development for librarians and staff involved in instruction.
• Evaluate library instruction activities and report relevant statistics.
• Create assessment strategies to measure information literacy success.
• Represent the library at student recruiting events.
• Provide reference and research consultation services including on-call hours, chat and email coverage.
• Promote digital literacy training opportunities to the campus and community.

Skills

Teaching

Info literacy

Web design

Instructional tech

Communication

Teamwork

Diversity

Education

MLS (ALA-accredited)

Tools

LibGuides

Canvas

Office suite

Job description

Job Summary

The Librarian will provide instruction as well as assess and refine the library's information literacy program to ensure that it meets the needs of the campus. This position will support AI literacy as well as ensure that students have the digital literacy skills needed to be adept at using campus technology and productivity software. S/he will collaborate with library and other campus faculty/partners to design and create active learning environments both in the classroom and online. This position will lead the library's efforts in first year student outreach and engagement.

Job Description

• Assess and grow the library's information literacy instruction program.
• Develop and deliver instruction that effectively and ethically promotes information, digital, and AI literacy.
• Work collaboratively with other university partners, including the First-Year Writing Program, University Success Program, and the Center for Teaching Innovation to design and deliver classroom and web-based instruction for first year students to develop a basic level of information literacy.
• Develop instructional materials and e-learning modules to support the online learning environment.
• Provide support and professional development for other librarians and staff involved in instruction, including workshops on improving teaching effectiveness and incorporating AI and other technologies that impact student learning.
• Evaluate library instruction activities and compile, analyze, and report relevant statistics.
• Create assessment strategies to measure the success of information literacy instruction sessions.
• Represent the library at student recruiting events held throughout the year.
• Present library programs to new students at MAMBO, Privateer Plunge, and Spring Splash.
• Provide reference and research consultation services including on call hours, chat and email coverage.
• Provide specialized research assistance/consultation services in assigned subject areas.
• Promote digital literacy training opportunities to the campus and New Orleans community, particularly in the Gentilly neighborhood near the UNO campus.

Required Qualifications

• MLS or equivalent degree from an American Library Association accredited program or international equivalent.
• Demonstrated teaching ability.
• Expertise in threshold concepts and the information literacy framework.
• Web design and instructional technology skills.
• Proficiency in the use of computer applications for teaching and learning.
• Expertise with standard office software including word processing and spreadsheets.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing technologies and environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity and inclusion in an urban academic setting.
• A commitment to professional service and scholarship and the ability to meet the University's promotion and tenure requirements.

Desired Qualifications

• Two years of instruction experience in an academic library.
• Instructional design background.
• Experience with assessment of student learning.
• Experience in developing and teaching for-credit information literacy courses at the university level.
• Experience using LibGuides to create instructional resources
• Interest in integrating new "makerspace" resources and services into the instruction curriculum.
• Experience with course management software (Canvas).
• Participant in ACRL Information Literacy Immersion Program.
• Subject specialist and collection development experience particularly in the sciences and engineering.

Posting Close Date

This position will remain open until filled.

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions at LSU New Orleans may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

LSU New Orleans seeks to recruit a highly productive workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.