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Job Title NOVA Online Librarian
Department NOVA Online
Posting Number 02722P
Location Fairfax, VA: 22030
Full or Part Time Full Time
Position End Date (if temporary)
Required Travel
Relocation Covered
Salary Range Commensurate with experience and rank as determined by VCCS.
Position Summary Information
Basic Function
Develop and implement cutting-edge professional library services for large
distance learning program. Assist online students and faculty through
innovative services including embedded librarian research, information
literacy instruction, and curating library and open educational resources.
Track and assess use and impact of online library services data to ensure
overall excellence.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide timely and useful group and individual research assistance to
students in selected distance learning courses. Work with faculty and
instructional designers to ensure courses make full use of available
library resources and OER, and that assignments are designed to help
students improve their information literacy skills. Provide assistance
during course design and revision process, through individual
consultations, by developing print/web materials for faculty reference, and
through presentations at faculty professional development events. Plan and
deliver library instruction through teaching LBR courses online, delivering
group instruction via webinar, and contributing to publications (e.g.,
student blog and newsletter) with information about library resources.
Track current best practices in library services generally and in distance
learning in particular. Use this information to improve NOVA Online’s
library services. Track and assess student use of library services,
including type of services used, amount used, and impact on student
learning outcomes. Use data to improve services. Participate in
college-wide committees with other library staff regarding library
policies, acquisitions, etc.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in Library Science (or related field) or master’s degree
with at least 18 graduate semester hours in library science.
Preferred Qualifications
Community college experience preferred. Distance learning experience
preferred. Experience using Canvas, web conferencing software, and web 2.0
tools preferred. Experience developing and curating Open Educational
Resources (OER) for faculty adoption and use.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of current best practices in library services and
instruction. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Creativity,
vision, and ability to translate vision into practice. Ability to use Canvas
LMS, web conferencing software, and web 2.0 tools to deliver library
instruction and services. Ability to effectively manage short- and
long-term projects along with routine daily responsibilities. Attention to
detail and excellent organizational skills. Ability to work independently
and as part of a team.
Operation of a State Vehicle No
Posting Detail Information
Open Date 08/15/2018
Close Date 09/15/2018
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Background Check Statement
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion
of an extensive criminal background
investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks,
employment verification, verification of
education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks
requested by the VCCS and NOVA such as
I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be
required to complete the Commonwealth’s
Statement of Economic Interest.
Additional Information
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
1. * Do you have a Master’s degree in Library Science (or related field)
or master's degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in library
science?
- Yes
- No
2. * I understand that only information provided at the time of the
application submission will be considered when determining my
qualifications and only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be
verified in my application and resume will be credited.
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
*Required Documents*
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Unofficial Transcripts
*Optional Documents*
1. Unofficial Transcript 2
2. Unofficial Transcript 3
