Reference and Instruction Librarian

University of Alabama Libraries; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Wesleyan University seeks an experienced Reference and Instruction Librarian to lead information literacy initiatives and provide robust reference services in person and online. The role collaborates with faculty to design instruction and develops materials to support research across formats.

The position also includes supervising department staff, planning activities, and aligning efforts with library and institutional goals, while contributing to service improvements and professional

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional reference and instruction experience.
• Experience in a reference/instruction department in a library is required (5+ years).
• Experience in reference services for online programs is required.
• Experience with assessment strategies is preferred.
• Knowledge of online pedagogy and learning techniques as they apply to library instruction.
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative service-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person and virtual information, research, and reference services.
• Plan, teach, and assess information literacy instruction in collaboration with faculty.
• Develop materials to support research and instruction for all teaching modalities.
• Provides leadership, supervision, and evaluation of department staff.
• Oversees departmental planning, goal setting, assessment, and reporting.
• Coordinates scheduling and coverage for reference, instruction, and service points.

Skills

Reference services

Instructional skills

Collaboration

Digital content development

Liaison work

Public service

Tools

Springshare

Job description

We're Hiring! Join Our Library Team at Texas Wesleyan University!

Do you love teaching, connecting people with information, and making a difference in students' academic journeys? If so, we'd love to meet you!

Eunice & James L. West Library is seeking an enthusiastic, collaborative Reference and Instruction Librarian with at least 5 years of professional reference and instruction experience to help inspire student learning, provide outstanding research and reference services, and build meaningful partnerships with faculty across campus.

This position is responsible for information and research services in all formats and venues, including reference, instruction, workshops, and related initiatives. Provides in-person and virtual information, research, and reference services. Plans, teaches, and assesses information literacy instruction in collaboration with faculty. Develops materials to support research and instruction for all teaching modalities.

• Provides leadership, supervision, and evaluation of department staff.
• Oversees departmental planning, goal setting, assessment, and reporting.
• Coordinates scheduling and coverage for reference, instruction, and service points.
• Facilitates departmental meetings and supports collaborative decision-making.
• Ensure alignment of departmental initiatives with library and institutional strategic goals.
• Recommends policies, procedures, and service improvements.
• Mentors and supports library faculty and staff for professional development.
• Plans, teaches, and assesses information literacy instruction in collaboration with faculty.
• Develops digital and print-based materials to support research and instruction in all formats.
• Creates tailored instruction at the request of faculty.
• Provides effective group and one-on-one instruction sessions in all modalities.
• Locates and creates digital content to support academic instruction.
• Prepares, provides, and creates assessment tools for engaging library instruction.
• Maintains current knowledge of citation styles, information retrieval tools, and teaching practices.
• Develops traditional and computer-assisted instructional tools to help users develop library, electronic, and internet research skills.
• Manages collection development for assigned academic programs and recommends library materials and databases as appropriate.
• Informs and instructs librarians regarding current reference materials, sources, and service delivery practices.
• Participates in the development and maintenance of the reference guides, instruction videos, and online research tools.
• Develops and updates both print and electronic instructional support materials.
• Explores, evaluates, and encourages the deployment of emerging technologies into library programs and services.
• Serves as a liaison to academic departments to strengthen course-integrated library instruction.
• Develops campus partnerships and interacts collegially with the campus community.
• Provides weekly evening reference assistance for students at the reference desk.
• Participates in continuing education, professional associations, and library committees.
• Serves on faculty committees as assigned.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

• Experience working with various library resources is required.
• Experience working in a reference/instruction department in a library is required (5+ years).
• Experience in reference services for online programs is required.
• Experience in assessment strategies is preferred.
• Experience with Springshare software is preferred.
• Knowledge of instruction and research
• Knowledge of best practices for online pedagogy.
• Knowledge of learning techniques as they apply to library instruction.
• Ability to adhere to university and departmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to uphold our university’s core values.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently to meet deadlines with minimum supervision.
• Ability to participate in a collaborative service-oriented environment.
• Ability to maintain a professional appearance and office atmosphere.
• Ability to provide and demonstrate excellent customer service.
• Ability to plan, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines while working on multiple tasks.
• Proven interpersonal skills to provide support in a high-profile office with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to maintain professionalism while working with diverse groups and in various situations.
• Ability to be discreet in handling confidential matters, while complying with privacy regulations.
• Knowledge of rules, standards, regulations, and laws regarding student records.
• Ability to develop skills and remain knowledgeable of current trends in library services.