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From: "Wyatt-Baxter, Krystal" <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> Date: May 23, 2016 at 3:00:04 PM GMT+1 To: "[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>" <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>>, "[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>" <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> Subject: [ARL-ASSESS] Job Posting: Learning & Assessment Librarian, University of Texas at Austin Hi assessment colleagues, We have an opening for a Learning & Assessment Librarian in Teaching & Learning Services at the University of Texas Libraries in Austin, TX. This job has been reposted as a Librarian I so that early career librarians and recent MLIS graduates with library instruction experience are eligible to apply. Please pass along to anyone who might be interested. Best, Krystal --- Krystal Wyatt-Baxter Head of Assessment University of Texas Libraries Austin, TX 78713 Librarian I, Learning & Assessment Librarian Teaching & Learning Services / User Services University of Texas Libraries - The University of Texas at Austin The University of Texas Libraries seeks an innovative, user-focused Learning & Assessment Librarian dedicated to student learning and evidence-based decision making for the improvement of teaching programs. The Learning & Assessment Librarian will lead projects to assess student learning<http://blogs.lib.utexas.edu/utlis/assessment-plan/> in programs supported by Teaching & Learning Services<http://www.lib.utexas.edu/services/instruction/>, including Undergraduate Studies<http://blogs.lib.utexas.edu/utlis/2015/01/14/our-partnership-with-the-school-of-undergraduate-studies/> (UGS) and RHE 306<http://www.lib.utexas.edu/services/instruction/rhe/instructors.html>, and to assess learning objects. The successful candidate will also support liaison librarians to incorporate student learning assessment into their information literacy initiatives and work with the Assessment Officer to assess learning spaces. As a core member of the instruction team, the Learning & Assessment Librarian will work with UGS faculty to integrate information literacy into their courses by teaching, consulting on assignment design and creating exercises, guides and tutorials, as well as teach in other Teaching & Learning Services programs. Teaching & Learning Services, a highly collaborative and user-focused team, is located in and oversees the PCL Learning Commons<https://www.lib.utexas.edu/about/news/ut-libraries-liberal-arts-open-new-learning-center>, which includes 5 technology-rich active learning classrooms used for information literacy instruction. Essential Functions: · Provides information literacy instruction through in-person or online sessions, research guides, tutorials, assignments/exercises and consultations and collaborations with faculty and teaching assistants. · Takes a leadership role in assessing student learning with the goal of program improvement. · Supports liaison librarians to incorporate assessment of student learning outcomes into their instruction. · Provides expert research assistance to UT Libraries users. · Works closely with Teaching & Learning Services on departmental projects. · Serves on Libraries and University committees and working groups, and participates in local, state and/or national professional organizations. Required Qualifications: MLS from an ALA accredited graduate program. Experience collaborating with faculty on information literacy initiatives for undergraduates, including teaching library instruction sessions, and creating library instruction materials such as tutorials, research guides and assignments. Experience assessing undergraduate student learning of information literacy skills. Demonstrated knowledge of assessment techniques for student learning or learning spaces. Demonstrated interest in the first-year experience. Knowledge of current issues in information literacy instruction. Demonstration of a strong service orientation. Excellent written, verbal, teaching and presentation skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience managing an assessment program. Knowledge of usability methodology, focus group methodology and/or survey methods. Experience consulting with colleagues or faculty on assessment of student learning. Experience conducting analysis and creating customized reports using data analysis or statistical software applications such as Excel, SPSS, Nvivo, Atlas or R. Experience creating and using rubrics to assess student work. Experience teaching first-year students, graduate students and faculty. Demonstrated potential for leadership in university, state, national, and international programs and initiatives. Evidence of excellent problem solving skills. Evidence of initiative, creative energy and resourcefulness. Proven ability to work collaboratively and efficiently in a fast-paced and evolving technological and team-oriented environment. Proven ability to be flexible in work assignments and environments. To apply: https://utdirect.utexas.edu/apps/hr/jobs/nlogon/160520010088