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Hiring Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience

Overall Position Competency: Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Description of Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit:
The primary purpose of the library is to support the University in its educational, research, and cultural endeavors through careful selection, acquisition, organization, and interpretation of information resources. In addition, Chesnutt Library assumes its special role as a major cultural resource for the community and region at large. This mission is accomplished by facilitating access to information and by teaching the skills necessary to be successful in using library resources.

Primary Purpose of the Position:
The Student Engagement Librarian will play a critical role in fostering a vibrant academic community by developing and implementing programs and instructional sessions during evening hours. This position is ideal for a dynamic and innovative librarian who is passionate about engaging students, particularly those who may benefit from non-traditional hours of service. The librarian will collaborate with faculty, students, and staff to enhance the library’s role as a hub for learning, research, and collaboration.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• MLS from an ALA-accredited program at an accredited institution of higher education.
• Experience with Library ILS and related systems.
• Relevant library experience.
• Experience with event and program planning and development.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work in libraries and/or academic libraries.
• Experience with Library Integrated Library Systems (WMS or ALMA preferred).
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations such as the Privacy and Copyright Acts.
• Knowledge of current library trends.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and special events.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with an OCLC WMS and/or ALMA systems.
• Experience with Springshare systems.
• Experience working in academic libraries and library operations.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely. Do not use the phrase “see resume.”
Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contacted if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Additional Information for Applicants:

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.

EEO Statement:

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), and credit history check (if applicable).

Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, political affiliation, or sexual orientation. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran's Statement:

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.