academic librarian

Sonoran University of Health Sciences

<p>Sonoran University of Health Sciences seeks a University Librarian to lead the university library as a central resource for research, learning, and collaboration. The Librarian provides strategic and operational leadership for library services, overseeing staff, collections, and daily operations while ensuring the library effectively supports the academic and research needs of the university community. The library serves both on-campus and remote learners across Sonoran&rsquo;s health sciences programs, including clinical nutrition, naturopathic medicine, and clinical mental health counseling.</p><p>Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Program Innovation, the University Librarian partners closely with faculty, students, clinicians, and university leadership to strengthen the library&rsquo;s role in supporting knowledge discovery, digital scholarship, and community engagement. The Librarian will lead initiatives that enhance research support and expand the reach and effectiveness of library services, including guiding faculty and students in the use of emerging research technologies and responsible applications of artificial intelligence for literature discovery, evidence synthesis, and scholarly productivity. This role also identifies opportunities to leverage emerging technologies, including AI, that improve operational efficiency and enhance service delivery.</p><p>This position offers a unique opportunity for a collaborative, forward-thinking professional to help guide the continued evolution of Sonoran&rsquo;s library as an innovative learning and community resource. We seek a University Librarian who is energized to advance emerging roles for academic health sciences libraries, including digital scholarship, AI-supported research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and community programming. This leader will ensure the library serves not only as a hub for academic inquiry, but also as a welcoming space that connects the university with the broader community through programming, partnerships, and shared learning opportunities.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><b>Library Operations and Personnel Management </b></p><p>&middot; Provide leadership and oversight for the university library operations, including staff supervision, daily service delivery, and overall management of the facility.</p><p>&middot; Recruit, hire, train, and supervise library staff and student workers and volunteers, while fostering a professional, collaborative, and service-oriented work environment. Provide coaching and performance feedback to support staff growth and effectiveness.</p><p>&middot; Manage library collections, resources, and services to ensure alignment with the academic and research needs of faculty and students.</p><p>&middot; Develop, implement, and maintain library policies, procedures, and best practices that support effective library operations.</p><p>&middot; Support institutional and programmatic accreditation by ensuring library resources, services, and documentation meet relevant standards.</p><p>&middot; Maintain a professional, welcoming, and well-organized library environment.</p><p>&middot; Evaluate emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence tools, that may enhance research support, streamline library workflows, and improve operational efficiency.</p><p><b>Research Support and Academic Engagement</b></p><ul><li>Support faculty and student research through literature searching, evidence-based practice, and scholarly resource discovery.</li><li>Provide guidance on the effective use of research databases, information resources, and emerging research technologies.</li><li>Assist faculty and students in utilizing tools that support literature discovery, evidence synthesis, and scholarly productivity.</li><li>Collaborate with faculty and academic programs to support information literacy instruction and research skills development.</li></ul><p><b>Innovation and Technology Integration</b></p><p>&middot; Explore and implement emerging technologies that enhance library services, research support, and user engagement.</p><p>&middot; Support responsible and effective uses of artificial intelligence and other digital research tools.</p><p>&middot; Assess new digital resources and technologies that expand access to information and support evolving academic needs.</p><p>&middot; Contribute to institutional discussions about the future of academic libraries, digital scholarship, and research support services.</p><p><b>Community Engagement and Programming</b></p><ul><li>Position the library as a collaborative learning environment that connects students, faculty, and the broader community.</li><li>Develop programs, workshops, and events that support research skills, lifelong learning, and community engagement.</li><li>Foster partnerships with academic departments, student services, and external organizations to expand the impact of library programming.</li><li>Promote the library as a welcoming hub for intellectual exchange, interdisciplinary collaboration, and community dialogue.</li></ul><p><b>Resource and Fiscal Stewardship</b></p><ul><li>Develop and manage the library budget in alignment with institutional priorities.</li><li>Explore funding opportunities, partnerships, and grants that strengthen library services and infrastructure.</li><li>Monitor trends in academic libraries and higher education to inform library planning and service development.</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><p><b>Required Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Master&rsquo;s degree in Library and Information Science (MLS, MLIS, or equivalent) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited institution.</li></ul><p>&middot; Minimum five years of experience in an academic, research, or health sciences library environment.</p><p>&middot; Demonstrated experience supervising staff, and student workers, or library operations.</p><p>&middot; Experience managing library budgets, collections, or resource allocation.</p><p>&middot; Experience supporting faculty and student research, including literature searching and use of scholarly databases.</p><p>&middot; Proficiency with academic research databases and discovery platforms (e.g., PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, EBSCOhost, ProQuest, or similar).</p><p>&middot; Experience using integrated library systems (ILS) such as EOS.Web from SirsidynixAlma, Sierra, Koha, or other similar platforms.</p><p>&middot; Experience providing research consultations, library instruction, or information literacy training.</p><p>&middot; Proficiency with common productivity tools, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or equivalent software.</p><p>&middot; Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with faculty, students, and university leadership.</p><p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Experience working in a health sciences environment.</li><li>Experience supporting institutional or programmatic accreditation reviews, including preparation of documentation related to library resources and research support</li><li>Experience supporting systematic reviews, evidence synthesis, or evidence-based practice research.</li><li>Familiarity with systematic review or evidence synthesis tools (e.g., Covidence, Rayyan).</li><li>Experience using reference management and citation tools such as EndNote, Zotero, or Mendeley.</li><li>Experience supporting digital scholarship initiatives, scholarly communication, or institutional repositories.</li><li>Interest in evaluating emerging technologies and responsible applications of artificial intelligence to enhance research support, library operations, and user experience.</li></ul><p>About Sonoran University</p><p>Sonoran University of Health Sciences shapes a healthier future by supporting students as they train to excel as healthcare professionals, by enhancing the health and wellbeing of our patients and communities, and by discovering effective treatments for humanity grounded in the healing power of nature. Our vision is a world that embraces the healing power of nature. With campuses in Tempe, Arizona and online, the overall environment is vibrant and dynamic, with passionate students, staff, and faculty.</p><p>As a <i>private</i> institution, Sonoran University is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive community for all. Sonoran community members embody and promote <i>inclusive excellence.</i> This includes a commitment to respecting diverse perspectives and continually advancing your understanding and practices around equity, belonging, and support for all students, employees, patients, and our greater community. You will contribute to a campus culture that embraces our core values.</p><p>Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

University Librarian

Brown University

<div><p><b>Job Description:</b></p><p></p><p>
The Brown University Library&rsquo;s E-Resources unit seeks a highly collaborative and creative library professional to serve as the E-Resources Librarian. A key member of the Department, this position is essential to sustaining Brown&rsquo;s significant investment in electronic scholarly resources, including e-books, e-journals, databases, and streaming media.</p><p></p><p>
This role is responsible for managing the enhancement and maintenance of e-resources metadata to support and maximize discovery within the Brown University Library&rsquo;s Alma/Primo environment. The E-Resources Librarian will also develop and oversee local workflows to ensure delivery and ongoing upkeep of high-quality metadata for electronic resources. In addition, the position provides expertise in establishing and maintaining stable, consistent online access to e-resources by coordinating and guiding troubleshooting efforts, and by engaging subject librarians, vendors, and staff throughout the process.</p><p>
Reporting to the Head of E-Resources and Licensing, this position will be hired at the Librarian II rank within the Brown University Library&rsquo;s Program for Library Professionals, a professional development initiative designed to support career advancement.</p><p></p><p>
The Brown University Library is a dynamic center of scholarship and community at the heart of a world-class research university. Supporting and collaborating with a broad and diverse academic constituency, the library is central to Brown&rsquo;s mission &ldquo;to serve the community, the nation, and the world by discovering, communicating, and preserving knowledge and understanding in a spirit of free inquiry.&rdquo; Fully integrated into Brown&rsquo;s educational excellence, ambitious and growing research enterprise, and diverse academic community, the library is a hub of innovation that fuels intellectual creativity. We seek outstanding library professionals at all levels who are eager to advance academic excellence at the highest level and who will bring a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and abilities to our scholarly community.</p><p></p><p>
Education and Experience</p><ul><li>
ALA-accredited master&rsquo;s degree in library or information science, or an equivalent combination of advanced education and relevant academic library experience.</li><li>
Minimum of three years of experience in electronic resource management, access troubleshooting, and licensing support in an academic library setting (Librarian II level or equivalent).</li><li>
Experience with library services platforms and discovery systems (e.g., Ex Libris Alma/Primo), including knowledge base management, portfolios, linking, and access configuration.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience with batch loading and batch editing MARC records, including large-scale metadata updates and quality control for electronic resources.</li><li>
Familiarity with authentication and access infrastructure (e.g., EZproxy, Shibboleth/SAML, OpenAthens, and IP-based access) and the ability to diagnose access issues across systems.</li></ul><p></p><p>
Job Competencies</p><ul><li>
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and public-facing teams.</li><li>
Strong analytical, assessment, and problem-solving abilities, with demonstrated skill in prioritizing multiple projects and meeting deadlines.</li><li>
Familiarity with electronic resource data standards and exchange formats, including KBART, OpenURL, DOIs, and knowledge base collection structures.</li></ul><ul><li>
Knowledge of digital libraries, metadata standards, and interoperability practices (e.g., Dublin Core), with awareness of linked data concepts and cross-system metadata consistency.</li><li>
Experience developing and maintaining documentation, standard operating procedures, and training materials to support sustainable workflows and shared understanding across teams.</li></ul><p></p><p>
Best Consideration Date: 5/15/2026</p><p></p><p>
Background check: All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.</p><p></p><p><b>
Benefits of Working at Brown:</b></p><p>
Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.</p><p></p><p><b>
Recruiting Start Date:</b></p><p></p>
2026-03-24<p></p><p><b>
Job Posting Title:</b></p>
E-Resources Librarian<p></p><p><b>
Department:</b></p>
University Library<p></p><p><b>
Grade:</b></p>
Grade 10<p></p><p><b>
Worker Type:</b></p>
Employee<p></p><p><b>
Worker Sub-Type</b>:</p>
Regular<p></p><p><b>
Time Type:</b></p>
Full time<p></p><p><b>
Scheduled Weekly Hours:</b></p>
37.5<p></p><p><b>
Position Work Location:</b></p>
Hybrid<p></p><p><b><br>
Submission Guidelines:</b></p><p>
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.</p><p></p><p>
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.</p><p></p><p><b>
Still Have Questions?</b></p><p>
If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.</p><p></p><p><b>
Brown is an E-Verify Employer.</b></p><p></p><p><b>
EEO Statement:</b></p><p>
Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person&rsquo;s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.</p></div>

E-Resources Librarian

MIDDLESEX COLLEGE

<div><p><b>SALARY:</b> $35.00 per hour</p><p><b>
OPENING DATE:</b> 3/26/2026</p><p><b>
CLOSING DATE:</b> 4/16/2026 11:59 p.m.</p><p><b>
UNIT:</b> Unaffiliated</p><p><b>
DEPARTMENT:</b> Library and Tutoring Services, Academic Affairs Division</p><p><b>
REPORTS TO:</b> Director, Library and Tutoring Services</p><div><b>
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></div><div><ul><li>
Works closely with the Director of Library and Tutoring Services to manage the library and tutoring center.</li><li>
Assists with coordinating the planning, delivery, evaluation, and reporting related to the services provided by the library and tutoring services department.</li><li>
In the absence of the full-time administrative team, maintains the efficient operations of the library and tutoring center, including staffing, access services, building and equipment maintenance, and closing procedures.</li><li>
Assists patrons with library and tutoring inquiries, including creating accounts and scheduling in person and online help.</li><li>
Serves as a Reference Librarian as needed.</li><li>
Assists with maintaining and updating departmental operational resources and schedules ensuring timely communication and accurate reporting.</li><li>
Assists with departmental outreach initiatives as needed.</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</b></div><div><ul><li>
Master's degree in Library Science or Information Science from an institution accredited by the American Library Association</li><li>
One (1) year of administrative or supervisory experience in a library</li><li>
One (1) year of experience as a reference librarian</li><li>
Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills</li></ul></div><div><b><br>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b></div><div><ul><li>
Experience in an academic environment at a college or university</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Working knowledge of academic tools and support services</li><li>
Experience providing library instruction</li><li>
Experience in working with a diverse student population</li></ul></div><div><b><br>
 SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:</b></div><div><b><br>
SCHEDULE:</b> Up to 20 hours per week<br>
 Monday to Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.<br>
with occasional Saturdays (online)</div></div>

PT Admin., Library and Tutoring Services

SUNY Geneseo

<div>Position Summary
<div>Milne Library at SUNY Geneseo is known for its innovation, creativity, and deep commitment to student success. Our work has been recognized nationally with the 2018 ACRL Excellence in Academic Libraries Award, and our state-of-the-art newly renovated library building provides a vibrant, welcoming space for research, teaching, and community engagement.<br>
</div><div>We are excited to invite applications for a<b> </b>Research Instruction Librarian who shares our passion for teaching, engagement, and inclusive excellence. This librarian will play a key role in empowering students to become confident researchers and lifelong learners in a liberal arts environment. As a faculty librarian, you will be part of a collegial and supportive community, with opportunities for professional growth, mentoring, and the chance to make a lasting impact on students and scholars alike.</div><div>
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In this position, you will:<br>
</div>Serve as the liaison librarian to the School of Education, working closely with faculty to design and deliver dynamic information literacy instruction.<br>
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</li>Provide research support that helps students and faculty succeed in their academic goals.<br>
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</li>Use your outreach and collaboration skills to strengthen Milne Library&rsquo;s partnerships with the local area high schools to help us re-establish our high school instruction program.<br>
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</ul><p></p><div>This is a 12-month, 37.5 hours/week, tenure-track faculty appointment at the Senior Assistant Librarian rank. The initial appointment is two years, with the opportunity for renewal.<br>
</div><div>Our College upholds diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging as essential to our mission, and we warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities, including those who are historically underrepresented in librarianship. Librarians from school or public libraries are encouraged to apply as well as recent MLIS graduates. In your cover letter, please address your relevant experience as it pertains to the responsibilities and required qualifications below.<br>
</div><div>Responsibilities:<br>
</div><ul><li>Serve as the liaison to the School of Education, which entails partnering with faculty to design and deliver tailored information literacy instruction for both undergraduate and graduate students. This role involves sustained outreach to build awareness of library services, collections, and programs, ensuring that faculty and students are fully supported in their teaching, learning, and research.</li>
<li>Participate in Milne Library&rsquo;s general instruction program, which includes teaching information literacy sessions to first-year writing courses and for the Educational Opportunity Program, updating instructional guides, and contributing to library tutorials.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the Head of Collection Management on the organization and collection development for the Teacher Education Resource Center (TERC).</li>
<li>Provide research help services to students, faculty, and staff through in-person consultations and online communication.</li>
<li>Provide outreach to local area high schools and coordinate opportunities to re-establish Milne Library&rsquo;s high school instruction program.</li>
<li>Participate on teams or committees in support of the Library&rsquo;s and College&rsquo;s missions.</li>
</ul>Required Qualifications
<ul><li>Master&rsquo;s degree in information and/or library science from an ALA-accredited school or an ALA-approved international equivalent by time of appointment, with May 31, 2026 as the latest eligible graduation date.</li>
<li>Proven commitment to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in professional settings</li>
<li>Ability to support students&rsquo; development of information literacy skills through instruction, consultation, or curriculum‑aligned learning activities</li>
<li>Knowledge of effective instructional practices and the ability to apply them in workshops, classes, or training sessions</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to convey ideas clearly and effectively in both spoken and written forms</li>
<li>Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, work both independently and collaboratively, and contribute to team-based initiatives</li>
<li><b>Candidates for this position must be legally permitted to work in the United States. </b><b>VISA</b><b> sponsorship is</b><b><i> not available</i></b><b>.</b>
</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications
<ul><li>Experience in PreK&ndash;12 educational environments, including work with teacher‑education programs or school‑based instructional initiatives</li>
<li>Teaching experience that demonstrates the application of student‑centered, inclusive, or inquiry‑based learning practices</li>
<li>Engagement in outreach or partnership development that contributes to programmatic growth, community engagement, or educational collaboration</li></ul></div>

Research Instruction Librarian (Education Liaison)

Cape Cod Community College

<div><b>Location: </b>West Barnstable, MA <b>Category: </b>Other <b>Job Type: </b>Part-time <b>Posted On: </b>Wed Apr 8 2026 <b>Job Description:</b><br>
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<p><b>ENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></p>
<p>The Reference Librarian provides general reference assistance in a busy library that includes a computer lab. Assistance is provided to library users in person, over the telephone, or via email. The Reference Librarian may provide information skills instruction to selected classes and participate in collection development. This is a part-time position: 10 hours per week, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 3:00-8:00 pm when classes are in session (Academic Year and Summer Sessions) with the occasional opportunity for additional hours as substitute on weekends.</p>
<p><b>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:</b></p>
<ul><li>Staff the library reference desk and provide general reference assistance and instruction to students, faculty, and staff as well as community patrons using print, multimedia, and digital resources.</li><li>
Answer reference questions over chat, email, and phone.</li><li>
Provide reference consultations in person and remotely using Zoom.</li><li>
Aid users in the computer lab with basic computer use.</li><li>
Staff the circulation desk when circulation assistant is shelving, engaged in projects and during breaks.</li><li>
Provide information and referral to additional resources on the CCCC campus.</li><li>
Participate in collection development.</li><li>
Participate in assessment of library services and library staff meetings.</li><li>
Perform related duties as needed.</li></ul><br>
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Job Requirements:</b><p><b><br>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</b>:</p>
<ul><li>MLS degree from an ALA accredited library school.</li><li>
Library reference experience.</li><li>
Broad understanding of academic subjects and domains.</li><li>
Excellent working knowledge of print and online academic information resources, library networks, including online catalogs and online databases.</li><li>
Excellent technology skills, including facility with Microsoft Office applications.</li><li>
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.</li><li>
Ability to work successfully with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff in a busy, multicultural environment.</li><li>
Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.</li></ul>
<p><b>ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b></p>
<ul><li>Experience in preparing and delivering information literacy instruction.</li><li>
Academic library experience.</li><li>
Experience using Koha and Zoom.</li></ul>
<p><b><i>Equivalency Statement</i></b></p>
<p>Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to upload a separate statement to define precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.</p><b><br>
Additional Information:</b><p><b><br>
COMPENSATION</b>: Anticipated starting pay rate $36.55/hour (Interval 1) for 10 hours/week when classes are running (Fall and Spring semesters and Summer Sessions). Part-time, non-benefited MCCC Unit position.
</p><p><b>APPLICATION DEADLINE:</b> Immediate need; applications will be reviewed upon receipt.</p>
<p>Please visit our website at www.capecod.edu for information on Cape Cod Community College.</p>
<p><b><i>This appointment is subject to the FY2026 budget appropriations.</i></b></p>
<p><i>Appointment subject to SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information), publicly accessible Massachusetts CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and national background checks.</i></p>
<p><b><i>The College cannot consider applicants who do not have the ability to work in the United States without assistance from the employer.</i></b></p>
<p><i>Cape Cod Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statues and College policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action/Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.</i></p></div>

Reference Librarian - Cape Cod Community College

South Dakota Board of Regents

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Working Title</b></div> <div>Associate Dean for Library Operations</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>NFE03026P</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>SDSU-Library</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Physical Location of Position (City)</b></div> <div>Brookings</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Posting Text</b></div>
<div><div>South Dakota State University&rsquo;s Hilton M. Briggs Library seeks an Associate Dean for Library Operations. This new position will serve as the Dean of the Library&rsquo;s primary administrative partner, assuming leadership in the Dean&rsquo;s absence. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of day-to-day operations in concert with library division heads ensuring organizational effectiveness. The Associate Dean position is designed to provide leadership, coordination, and support for library services, planning, and assessment while fostering an environment of creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The Library supports SDSU&rsquo;s pursuit of R1 status by leading innovative and effective library operations that strengthen the university&rsquo;s research capacity. Library personnel include faculty, paraprofessional, staff, and student employees. This successful candidate will be considered for Associate Librarian or Librarian rank depending on qualifications.</div><div>
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This position is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position located in <b>Brookings, SD.</b><br>
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The Hilton M. Briggs Library fosters academic excellence, collaborative endeavor, creative scholarship, student engagement, and lifelong curiosity. The library serves all SDSU academic disciplines and holds approximately 775,000 bound volumes and 600,000 government documents and provides access to over 100,000 electronic journals as well as e-books and streaming videos. The library building offers a variety of collaborative and individual workspaces. The university has prioritized the Briggs Library building for renovations</div><div></div><div><br>
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.<br>
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<b>KEY</b><b> </b><b>RESPONSIBILITIES</b><b>:</b>
</div><ul><li>Facilitate coordination of services across divisions</li>
<li>Supervise, mentor, and coach division heads</li>
<li>Provide financial oversight for the library collections budget</li>
<li>Manage building and facility needs</li>
<li>Champion assessment efforts</li>
<li>Engage in long-range and annual planning</li>
<li>Support employee professional development</li>
<li>Encourage the adoption of innovative practices</li>
<li>Manage cross-functional initiatives</li>
<li>Develop and maintain relationships with university partners</li>
<li>Collaborate with statewide and regional partners</li>
<li>Represent the dean at university and system meetings as needed</li><br>
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</ul><div><br>
<b>BENEFITS</b><b>:</b></div><div>
<b>SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits</b> including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university&rsquo;s guidelines.
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<b>QUALIFICATIONS</b>
</div><div>
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</div><ul>
<li>ALA accredited Master&rsquo;s degree in Library &amp; Information Science or equivalent</li>
<li>Second advanced degree (master&rsquo;s or higher) by date of hire</li>
<li>At least ten years of professional academic library experience for associate librarian rank or at least fifteen years of professional academic library experience for librarian rank</li>
<li>Broad understanding of core library functions</li>
</ul><div>
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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:</div><ul>
<li>Evidence of administrative and supervisory experience</li>
<li>Evidence of financial management experience</li>
<li>Evidence of excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Evidence of fostering innovation and managing organizational change.</li>
<li>Evidence of successful collaboration experience</li>
<li>Evidence of facilities management and/or renovation experience</li>
<li>Evidence of strategic planning and/or project leadership experience</li>
<li>Evidence of assessment experience</li>
<li>Evidence of successful change management experience</li>
</ul><div>
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<b>APPLICATION</b><b> </b><b>PROCESS</b><b>:</b>
</div><div> This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDState Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.</div><div>
Any offer of employment is contingent on the university&rsquo;s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.</div><div>
SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University&rsquo;s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.</div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Posting Date</b></div> <div>04/10/2026</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Closing Date</b></div> <div>05/04/2026</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Open Until Filled</b></div> <div>No</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>First Consideration Date</b></div>
</div><br>
<div></div><div><div><b>Advertised Salary</b></div> <div>The minimum salary for this position is $134,000 annually at the Associate Librarian rank. Both salary and rank are contingent upon qualifications and experience.</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Duration of the Term</b></div> <div>12 months</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>If Other, describe duration</b></div>
</div><br>
<div></div><div><div><b>Appointment Percent</b></div> <div>100</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Work Hours</b></div>
<div>Typically 8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. but some evenings and weekends may be required.</div>
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<div><div><b>Typical Hours Worked Per Week</b></div>
</div><br>
<div></div><div><div><b>Appointment Type</b></div> <div>Regular</div>
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<div><div><b>Faculty Status</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
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<div><div><b>Scope of Search</b></div> <div>External (includes Internal)</div>
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<div><div><b>If internal, define scope of search</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>This position requires</b></div> <div>Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays</div>
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<div><div><b>If other, please indicate</b></div> <div>Evenings may also be possible.</div>
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<div><div><b>Department Description and Cultural Expectations</b></div>
<div><b>SDState</b> is the state&rsquo;s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a <b>dynamic community</b> for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.</div>
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<div><div><b>Equal Employment Opportunity Statement</b></div>
<div>South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing <b>HR@sdstate.edu</b>. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128</div>
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<div><div><b>Contact Information</b></div>
<div>For questions on the position, contact Kristi Tornquist at (605) 688-5106 or <b>Kristi.Tornquist@sdstate.edu</b>.</div></div></div></div></div></div>

Associate Dean for Library Operations

Missouri State University

<div><div><div>Position Information
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Position Title</b></div> <div>Assistant Professor, Library (Student Success)12-month appt</div>
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<div><div><b>Work Location</b></div> <div>Springfield Campus</div>
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<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Library</div>
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<div><div><b>HR Home Department</b></div> <div>020900 LIBRARY</div>
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<div><div><b>Pay Grade</b></div> <div>Unclassified</div>
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<div><div><b>Sponsorship Information</b></div>
<div>Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position may not be eligible for work visa sponsorship.</div>
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<div><div><b>Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees?</b></div> <div>No, Position is available to all applicants.</div>
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<div><div><b>Faculty Appointment Type</b></div> <div>Tenure Track</div>
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<div><div><b>Term (if applicable)</b></div> <div>12 month</div>
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<div><div><b>Begin Date of Appointment</b></div> <div>08/01/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Exempt/Non-Exempt</b></div> <div>Exempt</div>
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<div><div><b>General Function</b></div>
<div>The Assistant Professor is a member of the ranked faculty with an intermediate academic rank who has demonstrated achievement in the areas of teaching, research, and professional service appropriate to the discipline. The Assistant Professor&rsquo;s teaching responsibilities are assigned by the academic department head and may include serving as an academic advisor. The Assistant Professor engages in scholarly activities beyond those associated with teaching and is expected to demonstrate professional productivity in research, based upon the availability of resources and consistent with the mission of the University.</div>
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<div><div><b>Description of Primary Duties</b></div>
<div><div>The MSU Libraries seek a Student Success Librarian, a dynamic, collaborative, and student-centered faculty librarian, to join our team. This 12-month, tenure-track position plays a pivotal role in advancing the academic success, engagement, and retention of students through research and information literacy instruction, with particular emphasis on first-year students, transfer students, international students, and first-generation college students. The Student Success Librarian will join a collegial team of library faculty committed to: teaching, collaboration, and responsive library services in support of the university&rsquo;s mission. This position offers opportunities for professional growth, interdisciplinary collaboration, and leadership in emerging areas of academic librarianship such as AI literacy and open education. A portion of this position&rsquo;s time may be spent teaching courses in the Library&rsquo;s Library Science program.<br>
</div><ul><li>Develop, teach, and help assess information literacy instruction with a focus on lower-level undergraduate courses and core curriculum integration.</li>
<li>Provide research assistance and individualized academic support to students across disciplines.</li>
<li>Collaborate with faculty, advisors, and campus partners including First-Year Programs to design programs and initiatives that enhance student learning, engagement, and transition to university life.</li>
<li>Partner with others in the Research &amp; Instructional Services (RIS) unit to integrate AI literacy and critical thinking about information technologies into instruction and outreach.</li>
<li>Support Open Educational Resources (OER) initiatives through advocacy, faculty consultation, and collaboration on affordable learning strategies.</li>
<li>Serve as a liaison librarian to designated academic departments, contributing to collection development, outreach, and curriculum support.</li>
<li>Actively promote library resources and services to the campus community.</li>
<li>Contribute to library and university committees and engage in scholarly and professional activities consistent with faculty expectations.</li>
<li>Teach for-credit library science courses as assigned.</li>
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<div><div><b>Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
</b></div><div>The minimum acceptable qualifications for the position of Assistant Professor are prescribed in the Faculty Handbook.</div>
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<div><div><b>Additional Qualifications</b></div>
<ul><li>Master&rsquo;s Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program (or international equivalent</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.</li>
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<div><div><b>Link to Job Description</b></div> <div>http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/21377.htm</div>
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<div><div><b>Open Date</b></div> <div>04/09/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicants</b></div>
<div>The first date of consideration is May 11, 2026, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.<br>
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Official transcripts required at time of hire.</div>
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<div><div><b>Equal Opportunity Statement</b></div>
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<b>Non-Discrimination Statement</b><br>
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Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.<br>
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This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.<br>
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The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, <b>Compliance@MissouriState.edu</b>, 417-836-4252.</div>
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<div><div><b>Background Check Statement</b></div>
<div>Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.</div>
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</div></div></div><div><div>Posting Detail
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>20260022FTF</div>
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<div><div><b>Quicklink for Posting</b></div> <div>https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/85613</div></div></div></div></div></div>

Assistant Professor, Library (Student Success)12-month appt

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