University of Colorado
Outreach & Engagement Program Lead Librarian_
University of Colorado, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80238
**Outreach & Engagement Program Lead Librarian****University of Colorado Denver**Outreach & Engagement Program Lead Librarian - 34296 Faculty **Description****University of Colorado | Denver****Official Title: Instructional, Research, and Clinical (IRC) Faculty****Working Title: Outreach and Engagement Program Lead Librarian****FTE: 100% FTE****Salary Range: $65,000 - $70,000****Position: 00823428** **Requisition #34296****Join the University of Colorado Denver**About the University of Colorado - Denver (om/get\_redirect.php?id=5461509&targetURL=cdenver.edu/about-cu-denver)The University of Colorado Denver is the state's premier public urban research university and equity- serving institution. Globally connected and locally invested, CU Denver partners with future -focused learners and communities to design accessible, relevant, transformative educational experiences for every stage of life and career. Across seven schools and colleges in the heart of downtown Denver, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges through break through innovations and impactful research, and creative work. As part of the state's largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million. For more information, visit ucdenver.edu.**Job Description***Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers (om/get\_redirect.php?id=5461509&targetURL=u.edu/cu-careers) *The Outreach and Engagement Program Lead Librarian is a newly created position that will focus on building an effective outreach and engagement program at Auraria Library. This position will lead the library's new Outreach Team, which will consist of members from across the library and be charged with organizing outreach and engagement events and activities to build and maintain relationships with the campus community and connect them to library resources, services, and spaces. The Outreach and Engagement Program Lead will work closely with the Marketing & Communications (MarCom) Team to shape the library's vision for outreach and engagement and ensure that efforts are consistent with the library's communication goals. As a member of the Access and User Services Department, this position will also staff the library's two main service points and provide information assistance, circulation, and wayfinding help for users.Faculty members on the Instructor track have a workload distribution of 90% librarianship and 10% service. As a faculty member, this position participates on Library and campus-wide committees and in CU Denver faculty governance. The position engages in fulfilling the research and educational missions of the Auraria Library and the three institutions on the Auraria Campus - the University of Colorado Denver, the Metropolitan State University of Denver, and the Community College of Denver. This position is in the Library's Division of Research, Learning, and User Services.Located in downtown Denver, Colorado, the Auraria Campus is home to three institutions of higher education - University of Colorado Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver, and Community College of Denver - both MSU Denver and CCD are Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSI), and CU Denver is a Asian American Native American Pacific Islander (AANAPISI) serving institution and is working toward HSI designations. The Auraria Library serves the campus' of over 35,000 students, the majority of whom are from the first-generation in their family to enroll in higher education. Most of the students are Black, Indigenous, and/or People of Color, and we also serve large populations of veterans, transfer students, adult learners, and other populations that have been historically underserved. Auraria Library is committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from candidates across all dimensions and identities. The library seeks candidates who embrace a multicultural, diverse, and inclusive workplace, and who strive to incorporate those values in their work and interactions. While the University of Colorado Denver is required to perform a background check during the hiring process, as part of the library's ongoing commitment to increasing equity, this information will not exclude you from being considered for this position and we encourage everyone, regardless of their status, to apply.**Working Title:** Outreach and Engagement Program Lead Librarian**What you will do:****Outreach**+ In collaboration with stakeholders across the library, develops and implements a community-centered vision for library outreach.+ Leads Auraria Library's Outreach Team to coordinate outreach to campus and community stakeholders. Includes organizing library events for external stakeholders, coordinates partner tabling in the library, and participation in campus events, such as orientations, welcome weeks, finals, etc., by finding staffing, choosing appropriate resources to promote, and reporting back to library on impact.+ Conducts assessment on outreach programs and creates and shares outreach activity reports across library in written reports and presentations.+ Works closely with Marketing & Communications (MarCom) Team to ensure alignment between outreach efforts and library communication.+ Identifies new engagement opportunities and partnerships that could include faculty, staff, student, or community organizations.+ Creates engagement opportunities to elevate stakeholder voices in selection, planning, and implementation of Auraria Library initiatives and projects.+ Collects information about all library outreach efforts to avoid duplication and coordinate messaging. **Access Services**+ Provides direct patron service to a diverse community and strives to create a library environment for all users by practicing equitable and inclusive customer service practices.+ Serve as staff point-person during first floor Ask Us Desk shifts solving customer concerns and supporting colleagues by providing circulation duties and training.+ Serve as a member of the second floor Ask Us Desk unit to meet user needs on the Library's second floor by answering directional questions, technology troubleshooting, handling circulation transactions, and providing first-tier reference. **Liaison Duties**+ Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders to gather feedback about Auraria Library and share information with appropriate partners. **Leadership and Service**+ Participates on Library and campus-wide committees and CU Denver faculty governance. **Other**+ Other duties as assigned. **Work Schedule** Primary work schedule 8:00am-5:00pm Monday-Friday. Some nights, weekends and/or early morning shifts when necessary to provide coverage or staff outreach events. All staff in the Access & User Services Department work a 4:1 schedule, four days in the library, one day remote. A five-day in the library schedule may be required depending on in-person needs. **Conditions of Employment:** As of 7/1/2023, The University of Colorado recommends employees be fully vaccinated from the COVID - 19,but is not required. COVIID recommendations and information can be found at: https:// (om/get\_redirect.php?id=5461509&targetURL=https://) www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus. **Compensation and Benefits** The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $ [65,000 - 70,000].The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.Benefits: https:// (om/get\_redirect.php?id=5461509&targetURL=https://) www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits Total Compensation Calculator: u.edu/node/153125 (om/get\_redirect.php?id=5461509&targetURL=u.edu/node/153125) **Application Deadline** Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by [08/25/2024], 11:59:00 PM. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered. **Required Application Materials:** To apply, please visit: u.edu/cu-careers (om/get\_redirect.php?id=5461509&targetURL=u.edu/cu-careers) and attach: A cover letter which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications A current CV/resume List of three references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references) **Qualifications** **Minimum Qualifications**+ Master's Degree from an ALA-accredited library school/program or equivalent.+ 1 year of experience participating in outreach work in a library.+ Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations. **Preferred Qualifications**+ Experience overseeing outreach initiatives at an academic library.+ Experience providing high-quality customer service at front-line circulation service points at a library.+ Supervisory experience. **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:**+ Ability to plan and assess outreach efforts.+ Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.+ Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively communicate and work with diverse faculty, staff and students.+ Ability to evaluate and interpret data then design and deliver effective presentations.+ Ability to learn and effectively use new software systems.+ Excellent project management, time management, and prioritization skills with proven ability to handle complex projects and multiple deadlines.+ Understanding of, and passion for, improving user experience in a busy direct service environment.+ Demonstrated ability to create and participate in a work environment that promotes teamwork, diversity, equality, and inclusiveness.+ Ability to evaluate policies and exercise good judgment in the application, interpretation, and communication of policies procedures, rules, and guidelines.+ Ability to work independently and in team settings.+ Experience with Microsoft Office Products including Excel, Word and Outlook. **Background Check Policy** The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment. **Diversity and Equity** The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu (om/get\_redirect.php?id=5461509&targetURL=workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu) . The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting diverse faculty and staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, and people of color, women, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equity in education and employment. **Questions should be directed to: Kevin Lawless - kevin.lawless@ucdenver.edu (om/get\_redirect.php?id=5461509&targetURL=kevin.lawless@ucdenver.edu)** **Job Category:** Academic Services **Primary Location:** Denver **Department:** Denver - 30124 - LIB LIBRARY **Schedule:** Full-time **Posting Date:** July 23rd, 2024 **Unposting Date:** August 25th, 2024, 11:59:00 PM **Posting Contact Name:** Kevin Lawless **Posting Contact Email:** kevin.lawless@ucdenver.edu (om/get\_redirect.php?id=5461509&targetURL=kevin.lawless@ucdenver.edu) **Position Number:** 00823428 Special Instructions to Applicants: To apply, please visit: u.edu/cu-careers (om/get\_redirect.php?id=5461509&targetURL=u.edu/cu-careers) and attach:+ A cover letter which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications+ A current CV/resume+ List of three references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references) Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Application Materials Instructions: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by 08/25/2024. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered. **Job Category** : Faculty **Primary Location** : Denver Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 30124 - LIB LIBRARY **Schedule** : Full-time **Posting Date** : Jul 23, 2024 **Unposting Date** : Aug 26, 2024, 12:59:00 AM Posting Contact Name: Kevin Lawless Posting Contact Email: kevin.lawless@ucdenver.edu (om/get\_redirect.php?id=5461509&targetURL=kevin.lawless@ucdenver.edu) Position Number: 00823428 **To apply, please visit: aleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=34296&lang=en (om/5461509)** Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency (obelephant.com/) jeid-9f63032b55578142ac91a44f73881a04The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.