Instruction and Outreach Librarian

Instruction and Outreach Librarian

University of South Carolina

Department : LIBR South Caroliniana Library

Advertised Salary Range : Commensurate with Experience

Part / Full Time : Full Time

About UofSC

Diversity Statement

Advertised Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of the South Caroliniana Library, the Instruction and Outreach Librarian is a tenure-track faculty member who coordinates with faculty from departments across the University of South Carolina and University Libraries to plan and implement instruction using the South Caroliniana Library's collections including manuscripts, maps, books, university records, and visual materials in both physical and digital formats.

The Instruction and Outreach Librarian also plans exhibits and outreach activities for the purpose of connecting the South Caroliniana Library to the campus and community.

Duties include but are not limited to : Collaborates with teaching faculty across the University to plan and implement instructional activities using South Caroliniana Library materialsPlans and conducts regularly scheduled outreach activities, as well as occasional outreach activities, related to the collections and subject areas represented in South Caroliniana LibraryCreates subject guides, course guides, and special topics guides based on South Caroliniana Library materialsCreates semi-permanent exhibits using South Caroliniana Library materials according to a regular exhibit schedule, as well as temporary exhibits for special events

Required Education and Experience

• Required Education and Experience : MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution or other relevant graduate degreeExperience teaching in a library or other academic settingRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities / Competencies : Knowledge of best practices in lesson planning and instruction;
• ability to manage projects; ability to plan and organize work activities to prioritize task completion according to schedules and goals;
• ability to communicate effectively; ability to deal courteously with faculty, staff, students, and member of the public;

ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying policies and procedures; strong research skills; strong cultural literacy

Preferred Qualifications

Experience planning and installing exhibits in a library, archive, or museum

Job Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time.

This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors.

Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

To apply, please visit : https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu / postings / 166271

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.

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