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Instructional Services Librarian Bucknell University, Lewisburg, PA Summary of Position Bucknell University’s Information Services & Resources (ISR), a merged library/information technology organization, seeks an energetic, innovative instructional services librarian whose primary responsibility will be to take our educational programs to a new level in the context of Bucknell’s strategic plan, The Plan for Bucknell. We are at an exciting juncture at Bucknell: the university is currently in the midst of a full-scale review of its curriculum, including general education requirements. As part of this review, faculty and staff, including members of ISR, are working to integrate information literacy, technology fluency, and critical thinking skills as newly and broadly defined by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education into the revised curriculum. This newly focused position will be central in helping shape an information literacy and technology fluency program for Bucknell that comprises course-specific research skills as well as the progression of skills to be included in the general education requirements. Within ISR, this position will provide leadership for both classroom-related instruction and the delivery of information literacy skills in an online environment. The incumbent will assess and improve current instructional efforts and work with librarians and technologists to integrate current pedagogies, educational theory, and instructional technology into their teaching. Primary Responsibilities Include: · Lead development of a comprehensive information literacy/technology fluency program in conjunction with university and ISR constituencies. · Coordinate current library instruction efforts. · Design professional development opportunities for ISR instructors, focusing on current learning and teaching theories. Assess current instructional efforts. · Lead ISR’s Facilitating Learning Group, a cross-functional team comprised of librarians and technologists. · Serve as a member of ISR’s Assessment Team. Serve as leader for assessment activities pertaining to the information literacy/technology fluency program and ISR instructional activities. Serve as coordinator for LIBQUAL and MISO surveys. Analyze quantitative and qualitative data collected from surveys and focus groups. · Serve as a liaison to several academic departments. Liaison responsibilities include instruction, collection development, extended reference, and outreach. The assignment of departments will be determined based on the successful candidate’s background and areas of expertise. · Serve on university-wide and ISR committees. · Attend conferences, training, professional seminars and other activities to maintain and increase knowledge in areas related to information literacy, teaching, and assessment. Qualifications: · Master’s degree in library/information science and minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a librarian in an academic library; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a relevant field. · Demonstrated ability to work with faculty, administrators, and other staff to plan and implement an information literacy program. · Knowledge of current learning, teaching, and information literacy theory and best practices such as active learning, problem-based learning, and learning outcomes; experience applying them, preferably in an academic setting. · Experience working with instructional technology tools such as course management systems, personal response systems (i.e., “clickers”), and developing web pages. · Experience with assessment of instruction and services, preferably in a library setting. · Project management strategic planning experience. · Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. · Ability to lead a staff with varied skills and backgrounds in a rapidly changing environment. · Ability to be proactive and innovative in managing new opportunities and challenges. · Ability to work in a collaborative environment. · Proven commitment to service. Salary Range: $49,100 – $73,700 About the Organization In August 1997 Bucknell University integrated its library and computing organizations to form Information Services and Resources (ISR). ISR focuses on strengthening natural areas of collaboration and creating synergies among staff members. We strive to create an information-rich environment for the campus, and enjoy a strong service reputation. ISR is committed to supporting the professional development of its 85 staff members. Bucknell is a highly selective, predominately undergraduate residential university with strong liberal arts and professional programs. There are approximately 3400 undergraduates and 150 master’s degree students. The campus is in a beautiful rural setting adjacent to the Susquehanna River. Harrisburg and State College (home of Penn State University) are about an hour away; New York, Washington D.C., Baltimore, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh are approximately a three to four hour drive. The university supports an active program of cultural events and opportunities for recreation. Contact Information To learn more about our Bucknell University’s Information Services and Resources (ISR), explore www.bucknell.edu/x1263.xml. Of particular interest are our vision and values, which can be found by selecting “ISR Services and Staff”. For maximum consideration, post a cover letter, resume, and names of three references by midnight, Thursday, January 31, 2008, to “Working at Bucknell” - www.bucknell.edu/x19450.xml. Bucknell encourages applications from women and members of minority groups (EEO/AA). November 20, 2007 -- Abby Clobridge Digital Initiatives Group Leader Bucknell University Lewisburg, PA 17837 [log in to unmask] (570) 577-3913