What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate University Librarian for Instructional Services position at Willamette University?
Posting Number: R0006335
Location: Salem Campus
ABOUT WILLAMETTE UNIVERSITY:
Willamette University, founded in 1842, is a nationally-renowned private university enrolling 2800 students across five colleges. Our historic campus, adjacent to the Oregon State Capitol, hosts a distinguished undergraduate liberal arts college in Salem, Oregon. Our downtown Portland campus is home to the Pacific Northwest College of Art (PNCA). We offer a wide range of professional graduate programs, including Oregon's top-ranked MBA program, the Northwest's oldest law school, as well as MA/MFA programs at PNCA and master's degrees in data science and computer science.
Willamette University provides a high-value and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our Benefits Summary includes options for health, dental, life insurance, retirement, substantial paid time off, tuition and more. If you need assistance applying for a job or have any questions on recruitment at Willamette, please contact our HR Department, hr@willamette.edu or call us at 503-370-6210.
ASSOCIATE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN FOR INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES
The Associate University Librarian for Instructional Services is responsible for the administration of the teaching and learning activities of the University Libraries, including reference, library/information literacy instruction and collection development. Oversees the librarian liaison program. Directly supervises librarians and administrative staff in relation to all the above. Ensures that instructional design best practices are applied to library instruction and supports incorporation of the practices in archival instruction. Establishes and interprets collection and service policies. Provides reference, information and library instruction services, and develops the collection in and liaises with the faculty in assigned areas. Participates in the overall management of the University Libraries through planning, policy development and budget oversight as part of the Library Management Team.
Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Typical Work Schedule
Monday to Friday 8am to 5 pm with some evenings
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Salary: $81,000
You will need to upload the following documents as part of your application materials in the "My Experience" section labeled Resume:
Position will remain open until filled; applications should be received by June 1, 2025 for full consideration.
This position has a planned start date of July 1, 2025.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
WILLAMETTE UNIVERSITY VALUES DIVERSITY:
Employment at Willamette University means being part of a community that values education and its impact on the world and is friendly, supportive, and increasingly diverse. Believing that diversity contributes to academic excellence and to rich and rewarding communities, Willamette is committed to recruiting and retaining candidates who bring to campus varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds.
BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENT:
All University positions require that candidates submit to a criminal conviction record check prior to hire. Conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being hired. Nature of conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS:
Please read the following carefully before beginning the online application process. To be considered for employment at Willamette University, please complete our online employment application. Your application and all required attachments - listed at the bottom of the page - must be submitted for each individual job post that you are interested in applying. Once you submit your application you will not be able to edit your application.
Believing that diversity contributes to academic excellence and to rich and rewarding communities, WU is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff and student body. We seek candidates, particularly those from historically under-represented groups, whose work furthers diversity and who bring to campus varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.
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Location: Salem Campus
ABOUT WILLAMETTE UNIVERSITY:
Willamette University, founded in 1842, is a nationally-renowned private university enrolling 2800 students across five colleges. Our historic campus, adjacent to the Oregon State Capitol, hosts a distinguished undergraduate liberal arts college in Salem, Oregon. Our downtown Portland campus is home to the Pacific Northwest College of Art (PNCA). We offer a wide range of professional graduate programs, including Oregon's top-ranked MBA program, the Northwest's oldest law school, as well as MA/MFA programs at PNCA and master's degrees in data science and computer science.
Willamette University provides a high-value and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our Benefits Summary includes options for health, dental, life insurance, retirement, substantial paid time off, tuition and more. If you need assistance applying for a job or have any questions on recruitment at Willamette, please contact our HR Department, hr@willamette.edu or call us at 503-370-6210.
ASSOCIATE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN FOR INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES
The Associate University Librarian for Instructional Services is responsible for the administration of the teaching and learning activities of the University Libraries, including reference, library/information literacy instruction and collection development. Oversees the librarian liaison program. Directly supervises librarians and administrative staff in relation to all the above. Ensures that instructional design best practices are applied to library instruction and supports incorporation of the practices in archival instruction. Establishes and interprets collection and service policies. Provides reference, information and library instruction services, and develops the collection in and liaises with the faculty in assigned areas. Participates in the overall management of the University Libraries through planning, policy development and budget oversight as part of the Library Management Team.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Supervises librarians and administrative staff including hiring, training, assignment of work, evaluation and staff development.
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Plans, develops and implements; information literacy, liaison librarian, and collections services programs to meet user needs.
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Plans, supervises and participates in reference services
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Acts as a liaison librarian to university schools and departments as needed.
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Encourages use of instructional design best practices in all aspects of University Library instruction.
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Participates on the University Libraries' Teaching and Learning Committee.
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Works as part of the library management team helps set strategic and budgetary goals.
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Ensures that WU Libraries is aware of, participating in, and complying with Orbis Cascade Alliance initiatives in their areas of responsibility.
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Is a member of the Electronic Resource Team.
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Maintains awareness of professional standards and best practices.
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Contributes to campus community and governance activities.
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Stands in for University Librarian on library, university and other professional activities as necessary.
Is expected to split time between the Salem and Portland Campuses. -
Minimum Qualifications
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MLS or equivalent from an ALA accredited program
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Minimum 5 years' experience providing information literacy instruction in an academic environment
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Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except where there are legal requirements such as license or certification.
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Demonstrated understanding of collection development principles
- Excellent interpersonal communication and analytical skills
Preferred Qualifications
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Two or more years of supervisory experience
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Demonstrated expertise in the principles of instructional design
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Familiarity with the use and teaching of AI in an educational setting
- Experience using Libguides software
Typical Work Schedule
Monday to Friday 8am to 5 pm with some evenings
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
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Ability to lift, push, pull up to forty pounds
Ability to tolerate dust, bend, squat, reach, and use step stools -
Salary: $81,000
You will need to upload the following documents as part of your application materials in the "My Experience" section labeled Resume:
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Cover letter addressing the required/desired qualifications and presenting any other applicant characteristics which deserve emphasis
Current Resume -
Position will remain open until filled; applications should be received by June 1, 2025 for full consideration.
This position has a planned start date of July 1, 2025.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
WILLAMETTE UNIVERSITY VALUES DIVERSITY:
Employment at Willamette University means being part of a community that values education and its impact on the world and is friendly, supportive, and increasingly diverse. Believing that diversity contributes to academic excellence and to rich and rewarding communities, Willamette is committed to recruiting and retaining candidates who bring to campus varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds.
BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENT:
All University positions require that candidates submit to a criminal conviction record check prior to hire. Conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being hired. Nature of conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS:
Please read the following carefully before beginning the online application process. To be considered for employment at Willamette University, please complete our online employment application. Your application and all required attachments - listed at the bottom of the page - must be submitted for each individual job post that you are interested in applying. Once you submit your application you will not be able to edit your application.
Believing that diversity contributes to academic excellence and to rich and rewarding communities, WU is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff and student body. We seek candidates, particularly those from historically under-represented groups, whose work furthers diversity and who bring to campus varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.
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Salary : $81,000
