The Coker College Library invites applicants to apply for the position of Instruction and
Outreach Librarian beginning August 2016. The Instruction and Outreach Librarian
oversees the library’s instruction program that supports students on the main campus and
at two off-site instructional locations, teaches individual bibliographic instruction and
credit bearing library classes, leads the development of outreach activities and provides
reference services to patrons. The incumbent would ensure that all library operations run
smoothly, efficiently, and progressively. Primary responsibilities include:
-developing outreach activities and communication to promote library programming,
resources and services.
-promoting new and existing library resources and services in person and through print,
web and other media;
-developing, implementing, delivering and assessing the current and future bibliographic
instruction needs of the College;
-teaching individual bibliographic instruction classes and credit-bearing research classes;
providing reference service in all formats;
-acting as a liaison between various academic departments for collection development
purposes;
-adhering to ALA standards and academic library practices;
-participating in professional conferences, workshops, and other academic-related venues
for promotion and tenure consideration;
-serving on library, college and professional committees as elected or assigned;
and participating in the daily, nightly and weekend reference rotation.
The ideal candidate is passionate about teaching and learning; dedicated to developing
meaningful working relationships with students, faculty, and staff across campus; eager
to contribute his/her interests and ideas for new and innovative pedagogy and courses;
and committed to actively contributing to Coker College’s mission. Further, the
incumbent should have proficiency in digital technologies, applications, and reporting
tools; excellent written and verbal communication; and have the ability to courteously
assist and support others.
Required qualifications include a Master’s degree in Library Science from an American
Library Association accredited graduate program, or comparable graduate preparation.
Additionally, academic credentials in a field taught at the College are desirable.
This is a 12-month tenure-track position with competitive salary and benefits reporting to
the Director of the Library. Review of application materials will begin immediately and
continue until the position is filled.
Recent MLS/MLIS graduates are encouraged to apply for this position.
For more information and application instructions, head to:
https://coker.edu/careers/instruction-and-outreach-librarian
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