Librarian - Instruction, Reference, and Research Support

The Library Instruction and Digital Technology Specialist, working in close collaboration with the director, is charged with having the educational, research and informational needs of the Concordia University Wisconsin community more conveniently and thoroughly met through the innovative application of current and emerging technologies.

This position is an under 20 hour per week position and is located on the Mequon, Wisconsin Campus.Responsibilities Lead the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of the library's information literacy initatives, instructional programs, orientation/tours, both in-classroom and/or virtually Provide creative leadership in the design, development, and incorporation of relevant current and emerging technologies, web-based tooks and resources to enhance reference services and information literacy instruction both on and off campus Design, teach, and assess course-related library instruction literacy sessions Conduct tours and develop workshops focused on the library and the resources for students Prepare and maintain print and web-based content, orientations, tutorials, learning objects and other onnline services for library users Provide outreach services to international, first-year, returning or nontraditional students Perform general reference duties Provide in-depth and on-demand research consultations for individuals and small groups Actively investigate, innovatively eperiement with, and implement current and emerging tools, technologies, applications and methods to increase accessibility Foster strategic relationshops with campus colleagues, faculty, departments, and/or progams with a shared committment toward the development and design of support services targeting student success Serve on library, consortium, and/or university committees as requested by the Director Perform other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge and skills in computer software and hardware that facilitate the operational component of his his/her tasks such as word processors, spreadsheets, relational databases, multimedia software, email, web browsers, etc.

Excellent teaching, presentation, interpersonal, and, written / oral communication skills Demonstrated ability in the area of public service and use of library reference technologies, including library OPAC operation and protocols Ability to work either independently or collaboratively with others and lead projects to completion Strong interest in, knowledge of, and experience in assessing user needs; Intrigued by the possible library uses of social software and/or virtual-immersive communities Familiarity with a broad range of electronic and print information sources Familiarity with technology as it relates to information services and the ability to adapt to a dynamic and changing environment Professional development and personal competencies as they pertain to the academic library work environment Ability to work nights and weekends and to occasionally travel to Ann Arbor, MI campus Education and TrainingALA accredited Master's degree; teaching, training, presentation and/or instructional experience (academic setting preferred); expertise and proficiencies in web development / design; or, the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Working knowledge of current standards, best practices, tools and applications relative to both library instruction and web development/design; demonstrated expertise in Web 2.0 technologies and their potential educational applications, and, familiarity with current and emerging Web applications relative to libraries; experience using active learning techniques to teach information literacy concepts and skills coupled with the ability to make innovative use of new technologies relative to both library instruction and user-experience; current online, e-reference experience using a variety of electronic resources (academic setting preferred);and 2nd Master's degree and/or proficiency in health/life sciences are a plus.

Full Time