Undergraduate Engagement Librarian

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The Ohio State University in Columbus seeks an Undergraduate Engagement Librarian to lead development, delivery, and assessment of student-focused learning experiences for first- and second-year undergraduates within the Teaching & Learning Department.

Collaborate across campus, teach courses, support information literacy across general education, and supervise up to three staff. The role advances undergraduate success and lifelong learning at Ohio State.

Qualifications

• ALA-accredited master’s degree or comparable graduate degree
• Familiarity with information literacy framework and related documents
• Evidence of effective outreach, programming delivery, and assessment with key stakeholders
• At least four years’ experience providing instruction, mentoring, and/or programming for early career undergraduates
• Understanding of undergrad student needs and engagement with diverse populations

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead liaison to campus units (Office of Student Life, FIRST Year Experience, STEP, etc.)
• Maintain and enhance programs/resources for first- and second-year students
• Teach credit courses and co-curricular sessions by the Teaching & Learning Department
• Develop and implement information literacy within the university general education program
• Provide expertise on student learning and success to faculty and staff
• Oversee orientation and library orientation experiences
• Engage in professional development and scholarly activities
• Supervise up to 3 staff within the department
• Participate in committees and university-wide teams

Skills

Outreach experience

Information literacy

Diversity & inclusion

Staff supervision

Education

ALA-accredited master’s degree

Job description

Job Title: Undergraduate Engagement Librarian

Department: Libraries | Research and Education

The Undergraduate Engagement Librarian acts as the lead for the development, maintenance, and assessment of student-focused co-curricular and curricular learning experiences, primarily aimed at first-and-second year undergraduate students, within the Teaching & Learning (T&L) Department. This position coordinates the Teaching & Learning Department’s engagement with key stakeholders across the University, including but not limited to the First Year Experience program and the Second-Year Transformational Experience Program (STEP). In addition, this position is responsible for general undergraduate educational outreach in support of student success and information literacy.

The Undergraduate Engagement Librarian works collaboratively with others in T&L and develops relationships with various faculty and academic support staff across campus to envision and implement innovative and engaging programs that help undergraduate students develop research skills, conceptual understandings, and dispositions to effectively engage with information in a variety of contexts. Through these efforts, this position cultivates lifelong learning and information literacy in undergraduate students, helping them become engaged and informed global citizens. The Undergraduate Engagement Librarian acts as the supervisor for 1-3 staff members within the Teaching & Learning department, including the First Year Experience Specialist. The position is situated within the Libraries’ Research & Education division and reports to the Head of Teaching and Learning.

Duties include

• Serve as the lead liaison to the Office of Student Life, Office of Undergraduate Research & Creative Inquiry, First Year Experience, Second-Year Transformational Experience Program, Young Scholars Program, and other campus units as appropriate
• Maintain, oversee, and continuously improve existing programs and resources for first- and second-year students and other undergraduate students new to the campus, including transfer students and campus-change students
• Teach credit courses and co-curricular sessions offered by the T&L Department
• Collaborate with T&L colleagues in developing and enacting a strategy for integrating information literacy into the university's general education program
• Provide expertise to faculty and staff in the University Libraries on student learning and success in higher education
• Oversee the department’s involvement in campus orientation events and library orientation experiences and participate as needed
• Maintain expertise and remain current on topics including but not limited to information literacy, undergraduate education, student learning, student success, and higher education student affairs
• Participate in projects of the Teaching and Learning department, including the reporting of departmental and Libraries’ teaching and programming activities
• Serve on library-wide or university-wide committees and teams, acting as an engaged member of the University Libraries faculty and the university faculty
• Maintain a course of personal professional development through active participation in professional associations or other professional activities external to the Libraries
• Act as supervisor for up to 3 staff members within the department

University Libraries’ faculty and staff embrace Ohio State’s Shared Values and strive to enact behaviors guided by those values in all that we do. This position is dedicated to advancing the culture of University Libraries and the work of the Research and Education unit. All other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required:

• An ALA-accredited master’s degree or a comparable graduate degree from a non-U.S. university, reviewed on a case-by-case basis Demonstrated interest in engaging with and supporting the academic and personal development and success of early career undergraduate students.
• Familiarity with information literacy as a concept and practice,including familiarity with the Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education and other relevant professional documents.
• Evidence of effective outreach and the development, delivery, and assessment of programming in collaboration with key stakeholder groups.
• At least four years’ experience providing instruction, mentoring, and/or programming for early career undergraduate students.
• Demonstrated understanding of the educational habits and needs of early-career undergraduate students.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with a diverse population and multiple stakeholder groups.
• Commitment to librarianship, scholarship, and service which are required criteria to meet university and University Libraries requirements for promotion and tenure.

Desired:

• Experience in developing, delivering, and assessing information literacy instruction, in both face-to-face and online environments.
• Evidence of supervisory experience.
• Experience creating instructional materials such as online tutorials and guides.
• Familiarity with web accessibility issues and usability testing required to meet ADA accessibility standards.
• Experience consulting with instructors and other academic support staff related to course and assignment design.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills.

Additional Information

The budget for this position is $75,000 to $85,000. The offer for this position will be based on internal equity and the candidate's qualifications.

Ohio State will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package.

Appointment

This is a full-time, regular, 12-month appointment as a tenure-track faculty member. The candidate will be required to meet university and Libraries requirements for promotion and tenure. Faculty rank at Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor is dependent on qualifications and experience.

What Ohio State does matters. And how we do it matters. When we are at our best, we make a real difference to people. Our size, breadth, geography, history and standard of excellence position us to drive the future of higher education. We accept as our operational standard that the university should be a place where people can work and learn together in a safe environment, free of violence, harassment, discrimination, exploitation or intimidation. As such, finalists for any faculty position that carries tenure must sign an authorization and disclosure form, which will allow current or prior employer(s) to share information to the University regarding any findings of employment-related misconduct or disciplinary proceedings against a candidate and/or any pending investigations related to alleged misconduct. Such information shall include findings and pending investigations with respect to sexual harassment, violence, or harassment; research misconduct; financial fraud or misconduct; foreign influence violations, grant misuse or misconduct; and/or any other type of finding or pending investigation relating to a candidate’s employer’s policies and rules governing faculty conduct that may reasonably be expected to affect a candidate’s appointment. If the university becomes aware of any past finding of misconduct or pending investigations that were not disclosed, Ohio State will treat that as a serious omission and reserves the right to rescind an offer or terminate employment.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Location: Thompson Library (0050)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: First Shift

The Ohio State University believes in diversity in people and ideas. What Ohio State does matters. And how we do it matters. When we are at our best, we make a real difference to people. Our size, breadth, geography, history and standard of excellence position us to drive the future of higher education. We believe that the university should be a place where people can work and learn together in a safe environment, free of violence, harassment, discrimination, exploitation, or intimidation. As such, finalists for any faculty position that carries tenure must sign an authorization and disclosure form, which will allow current or prior employer(s) to share information to the University regarding any findings of employment-related misconduct or disciplinary proceedings against a candidate and/or any pending investigations related to alleged misconduct. Such information shall include findings and pending investigations with respect to sexual harassment, violence, or harassment; research misconduct; financial fraud or misconduct; foreign influence violations, grant misuse or misconduct; and/or any other type of finding or pending investigation relating to a candidate’s employer’s policies and rules governing faculty conduct that may reasonably be expected to affect a candidate’s appointment. If the university becomes aware of any past finding of misconduct or pending investigations that were not disclosed, Ohio State will treat that as a serious omission and reserves the right to rescind an offer or terminate employment.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

About University Libraries: The Libraries promotes innovative research and creative expression, advances effective teaching, curates and preserves information essential for scholarship and learning at Ohio State, and shares knowledge and culture with the people of Ohio, the nation, and the world.

The Libraries’ greatest resource is our faculty and staff. Their expertise produces value beyond the collections and their commitment to continual improvement and innovation is one of the most significant ways the Libraries meets the varied and evolving information needs of university students, faculty, and staff, alongside scholars throughout Ohio and the world.

As a global leader, the Libraries is actively engaged in local, statewide, national, and international initiatives to help shape the future of academic research libraries. These activities and the innovations that result enhance our ability to acquire, manage, and preserve emerging information resources, support knowledge creation, and enable its effective transmission to future learners. Learn more on the Libraries website.

The Libraries strives to provide welcoming, supportive environments for all to pursue and share knowledge. The Libraries is guided by our strategic directions and Ohio State’s Shared Values. All positions are expected to contribute to building and advancing this environment and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

About The University: Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

Grounded in Ohio State University’s Shared Values, our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.

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The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established central resources to focus on offering support to new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual career partner consultation, potential employer and/or employment opportunity identification, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are available. More information about dual career and faculty recruitment can be found here.

In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is a member of the Michigan, Ohio, Western Pennsylvania & West Virginia HERC.

Located in Ohio’s capital city, Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and vibrant metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.