DSL Undergraduate Services Librarian/Librarian I_

Job TitleDSL Undergraduate Services Librarian/Librarian IAgencyTarleton State UniversityDepartmentUniversity LibraryProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationStephenville, TexasJob TypeStaffJob DescriptionUnder the direction of the Undergraduate Services Coordinator, the primary function of this job is to provide delivery of services to reach populations of undergraduate students through the development of programs and practices in both online and in-person contexts. These duties can include but are not limited to programming, outreach, and professional librarian duties. This is a full-time staff position located on Tarleton’s campus in Stephenville, Texas. As a librarian some holiday, evening, or weekend duties are required.Responsibilities:+ 40% Programming & Outreach: Responsible for programming and outreach primarily to the undergraduate community.+ Responsible for developing and implementing outreach activities which promote library resources and services which can include but are not limited to presentations, organizing events, designing publications, exhibits and displays.+ Organizes events/programs which advocate library resources and services and communicates with library staff, campus divisions, and departments promoting those events/programs.+ Designs publications, print and electronic, which promote library services and resources working with peers to create and sustain a unified message.+ Represents the library at student orientations, activities, and other campus events.+ 60% Professional Librarian: Serve the community using expertise in reference, instruction, liaison, and professional duties.+ Reference+ Provide reference services through various communication methods to on-campus and off-campus students and faculty and keep accurate counts.+ Develops and delivers necessary training for traditional and new reference services.+ Staff Reference services as assigned.+ Provide point-of-use instruction and assistance to individuals or groups as needed.+ Instruction+ Actively solicit, create, and teach library instruction to support the university’s curriculum and students in both traditional and online formats.+ Provide both general and subject-specific bibliographic instruction to classes as requested by faculty members which teach information literacy skills via embedded sessions, bibliographic sessions, video creation and instruction as necessary for student and faculty development.+ Prepare instructional materials for classes and other groups as needed including but not limited to videos, LibGuides, pathfinders, and programming.+ Subject Liaison+ Serves as liaison to one or more academic departments, working with faculty to meet their information needs and the needs of their students.+ Work with assigned departments and coworkers to enhance the library’s collections and act as a point of contact for services.+ Professional+ Recommends policy and procedure changes as it deals with the library, instruction, reference, liaising, and services.+ Actively develop and implement ideas for the promotion of the library to the university community including but not limited to programs, activities, and services.+ Work within teams and departments to recommend and assess new programs, policies, procedures, and services.+ Assists in covering library service points as needed.+ Attend professional meetings and remain abreast of relevant current developments in the field+ Positively represents Tarleton State University in professional, community, and state organizations.+ Maintains professional demeanor and appearance in representing the Library and the University.+ Serve on university committees.+ Attend meetings of faculty/staff.+ Maintains “open door” to internal and external customers.+ Other duties as assigned.Education and Experience:+ ALA-accredited master’s degree in library or information science or international equivalent required+ 1 - 3 years of experience in college or university libraries preferred.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:+ Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.+ Knowledge of library operations, systems, and services.+ Excellent interpersonal, customer service, presentation, and research skills.+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.+ Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Capable of handling multiple concurrent tasks with frequent interruptions required.+ Ability to work independently, as a team member, and as a team leader.Salary:Commensurate with experienceThe target base annual salary is commensurate with experience and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:Educational Benefits - employee perks that help enrich, grow, and foster career and professional development:+ Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) (arleton.edu/scholarships/employees/) – scholarship opportunities for Tarleton employees, their spouses, or their dependents available after 6 months of continued full-time employment. Click the link to learn more about this incredible Texan benefit!+ Doctoral Educational Assistance (arleton.edu/hr/doctoral-edu-guidelines/) – Full-time budgeted employees at all A&M System Universities, Agencies, and System Offices are qualified for reimbursement of tuition and mandatory fees. Eligibility: This program is applicable to the pursuit of a first doctorate degree only to full-time, budgeted employees who have been in a position no less than 2 long semesters. Click the link for additional details!Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning (arleton.edu/hr/benefits/)+ Fully covered employee health insurance+ Reimbursement of Insurance Premium Deductions! The State of Texas contributes to eligible employees’ insurance coverages as of the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment in an eligible position. For those who elect coverage PRIOR to the first of the month after 60 days of employment, Tarleton State University will reimburse employees the State contribution towards health coverage during those first 60 days.+ Dental insurance+ Vision insurance+ Retirement and Insurance programsPaid Leave (arleton.edu/hr/benefits/)Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area!+ Paid sick leave+ Holiday pay+ Vacation+ Longevity pay+ Paid Birthday Leave – Tarleton State University awards all leave-eligible employees paid time off for their birthday!Other+ Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts events!+ Tarleton Employees enjoy two complimentary general admission tickets for athletics and performing fine arts events on campus! Join Texan Nation on the bleachers or in the auditorium.+ Employee Wellness Release Time+ Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation+ and other Tarleton DiscountsQualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.Application Procedure:During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.Employment applications must include:+ Completed online application+ Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications+ Curriculum Vitae or Resume+ At least 3 current professional references and their full contact informationApplications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.Founded in 1899, Tarleton State University a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, has a rich history and tradition through generations that have inspired educational excellence. Tarleton maintains a commitment to transformational student experiences and career readiness supported by engaged faculty, staff, and alumni mentors. Tarleton State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), earned the prestigious designation of Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, and is a member of the NCAA Division I, Western Athletic Conference.Strategic Planning for the Next Decade - Tarleton Forward 2030 (arleton.edu/tarletonforward/)All links will open to a new tab+ Employee Services (arleton.edu/hr/index.html)+ Benefits+ University Leadership (arleton.edu/president/)+ Research and Economic Development+ Traditions and History (arleton.edu/traditions/index.html)Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action/ Veterans/ Disability Employer. If you have questions about submitting your application, please contact employment@tarleton.edu .