Information Literacy Coordinator Librarian

The Information Literacy Coordinator Librarian supports student success through leading the planning, implementation, assessment, development, and promotion of the information literacy and library instruction programs on campus.

• Oversees and coordinates the logistical aspects of providing on campus face-to-face and online instruction, including responding to requesters, providing instruction on delivery options, and facilitating the involvement of other library staff in the provision of instruction.
• Leads the development and maintenance of information literacy competencies at different student levels, including student learning outcomes and assessment.
• Collaborates with faculty and other librarians to integrate information literacy competencies, concepts, and skills into library instruction sessions, assignments, and course contents.
• Collaborates with the Online Learning Librarian, Inter-library Loan and Distance Education Librarian, other librarians, and university colleagues as required to initiate projects to promote information literacy, awareness of open educational resources, and research education on campus.
• Provides reference research assistance to students, faculty, and other affiliated patrons.
• Serves as a subject librarian and faculty liaison, with duties including collection development through the selection and marketing of library resources.
• Teaches classes as needed.

• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Direct Reports:

• Student Employees

Delegation of Work:

• Regularly assigns work to subordinate(s)

Supervision Given:

• Trains and counsels subordinate(s). Does not conduct performance evaluations, but opinion is considered when a supervisor is making hiring, promotion, and dismissal decisions.

Required Education:

• Master's degree in Library and Information Science or a related field from a University accredited by the American Library Association.

Required Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years of related job experience

License/Certification:

• None required

• Academic library experience is preferred; supervisory experience is preferred.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of pedagogical theory in higher education.

Skills:

• Good technical skills, including proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint;
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Good organizational and leadership skills.

Abilities:

• Ability to create digital learning tools, including instructional videos; ability to search databases;
• Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse university community.

Primary Work Location:

• Works in an office environment, lobby customer service island or reception area, computer laboratory, classroom, training room, auditorium, and library environment.

Physical Demands:

• Work is performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any unpleasant elements; individual has discretion in relation to walking, standing etc., and has minimal exposure to physical risks.

Commitment to Excellence - UHD

• Demonstrates a commitment to competently perform his/her job duties and responsibilities within established time frames.
• Continuously strives to improve work performance.
• Accepts responsibility for his/her commitments to the university.
• Contributes to the success of the university by consistently providing quality results in the performance of his/her job duties and responsibilities.

Computer/Automated System Proficiency

• Proficient in the use of university applications or automated systems to perform job duties.
• Complies with related policies, procedures, and work rules to maintain system security and data integrity.

Dependability

• Takes responsibility to accomplish job assignments within reasonable deadlines.
• Willing to accept new projects and/or commitments.
• Does due diligence to complete projects within specified timeframes and/or fulfill commitments.
• Arrives to work on time prepared and ready to contribute.

Flexibility

• Willingly adjusts to changing work assignments or conditions.
• Open to changes in operational procedures, technology, and/or organizational structure.
• Views changes as opportunities for learning and professional development.
• Displays a positive attitude to encourage others.
• Promptly responds to changes in work priorities and/or unexpected circumstances or situations.

Focus on Customer Service

• Focuses on customer's needs and expectations. (Customers can be students, external constituents, employees, or university guests.)
• Respectfully ascertains customer's needs and determines appropriate response.
• Promptly responds by providing requested information, takes appropriate action, or refers customer to appropriate individual or department.
• If further actions need to be taken, advises customers of realistic timeframes for a response to their request.
• Follows up with customers on outstanding requests in a timely manner.
• Tactfully explains to customers why their needs and/or expectations cannot be met if the university does not provide the requested information or services.

Instruction/Training

• Demonstrates the ability to orally convey subject or message clearly and concisely to the intended audience.
• Generates interest and enthusiasm in the subject or message from the participants.
• Responds to participants' reactions or comments, and adjusts delivery style and/or format of presentation as needed.
• Possesses a thorough understanding of the subject or topic to provide practical responses to questions or issues.
• Displays applicable visuals and provides appropriate written materials to support the presentation.

Integrity

• Demonstrates high ethical standards of conduct in the performance of his/her job duties and responsibilities.
• Accepts responsibility for his/her actions.
• Respects and complies with department and university policies, procedures, and work rules.

Proficiency

• Possesses required job skills and knowledge.
• Demonstrates the ability to apply those skills and knowledge to competently perform his/her job duties and assignments.

Respect and Cooperation

• Treats others with courtesy, respect, and dignity in the workplace.
• Promotes cooperation through open and honest communications and consideration of others ideas, thoughts, and opinions.

Work Leadership

• Leads the work of assigned staff.
• Assigns projects and tasks with clear instructions and understanding of work to be performed.
• Mentors and guides by sharing expertise, knowledge of work rules and procedures, and best practices.
• Follows up to ensure tasks and projects are completed within reasonable timeframes.

Student Success Indirect Support

• Contributes to student success by assisting students with anything that supports their student experience, whether directly or indirectly.
• Helps students navigate their way through the different offices, programs, and services at the university and/or connects students with the appropriate party(ies).
• Connects students with services or resources that can help them with career exploration, goal selection, and ongoing academic assistance.
• Helps students build peer support networks.
• Encourages student participation in out-of-class activities.
• Provides encouragement and guidance to foster student success.
• Treats students with respect
• Maintains the learning environment to ensure quality and/or sound pedagogy.