Residency Librarian (Multiple Openings)
Full Time
San Marcos, TX 78666
Posted
Job description
Posting Information
Posting Information
Posting Number
2023321
Posting/Functional Title
Residency Librarian (Multiple Openings)
University Pay Plan Title
Librarian
Location
San Marcos
Department
University Libraries
Recruitment Type
Open to All
Job Type
Full-Time
Monthly Salary
$5,000 + Commensurate with experience
Job Category
Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
- Master’s degree from an ALA accredited program.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing tasks and maintain deadlines.
- Effective oral and written communications skills; including the ability to effectively collaborate with colleagues, students, and faculty on various projects and library services.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively on teams.
- Knowledge of current research practices and issues in higher education and research libraries.
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive environment for a diverse patron population.
Preferred Qualifications
- High degree of professionalism in working with diverse groups of stakeholders.
- Understanding of the scholarly information process, including the emerging areas and trends in scholarly communications, student success and engagement, and the functions of an institutional repository.
- Record of scholarship, teaching, and/or active membership in professional associations
- Work-related experience in an academic or research library.
Job Description
Texas State University Libraries is seeking qualified applicants for three Residency Librarian positions. The University Libraries Residency program offers recent Library, Archives, or Information Science graduates the opportunity to gain professional work experience, training and professional development, and mentoring and coaching from library leadership. Residents will be appointed to the rank of Assistant Librarian. Upon completion of their three-year appointment, Residents will have the opportunity for continued appointment as part of the promotion and review process.
The inaugural cohort comprises three residency positions in the area of Teaching and Learning, Research Data Services, and Research Engagement. Residents will engage with San Marcos and Round Rock campus centers, departments, colleges, and administrative units to promote University Libraries’ programs and services. Residents will participate in service and scholarship activities as members of the Texas State University Libraries. Applicants should indicate their area of interest in their cover letters. Learn more about the available positions here.
The inaugural cohort comprises three residency positions in the area of Teaching and Learning, Research Data Services, and Research Engagement. Residents will engage with San Marcos and Round Rock campus centers, departments, colleges, and administrative units to promote University Libraries’ programs and services. Residents will participate in service and scholarship activities as members of the Texas State University Libraries. Applicants should indicate their area of interest in their cover letters. Learn more about the available positions here.
Job Duties
- Participate in evaluation of instruction and/or digital literacy program and outcome assessment of instruction sessions.
- Collaborate with faculty and other academic professionals in planning, implementing, and assessing information literacy programming.
- Develop creative and proactive methods of interaction with faculty & students.
- Keep abreast of and share emerging trends, developments, and best practices related to digital publishing and related practices.
- Engage in professional activities in accordance with Texas State University’s standards for promotion for professional librarians.
Additional Information to Applicants
This is a 3-year term appointment with the possibility of renewal. Learn more about the program requirements here:
https://www.library.txst.edu/about/contact/employment.html
Job Open Date
02/03/2023
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)
Open Until Filled
Yes
Normal Work Days
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start
8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End
5:00PM
Posting Notices
You will be required to electronically attach a resume, cover letter, and list of references to your application.
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to inclusive thought and action in support of our diverse community. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles.
Texas State University is a member of the Texas State University System. Texas State University is an EOE.
Texas State is committed to increasing the number of women and minorities in administrative and professional positions.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles.
Texas State University is a member of the Texas State University System. Texas State University is an EOE.
Texas State is committed to increasing the number of women and minorities in administrative and professional positions.
Why work @ Texas State?
- Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
- Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
- Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
- Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
- An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
- Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.
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