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LIBRARIAN, PERIMETER LIBRARY SERVICES - Log #24-085
Atlanta, GA
Job Description
GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY - LIBRARIAN, PERIMETER LIBRARY SERVICES – Log #24-085
Learning and Engagement Librarian, Alpharetta Campus and Perimeter Honors College Liaison
Library Faculty Position, Alpharetta Campus
Position
The University Library is hiring a forward-thinking and collegial Learning and Engagement Librarian based at the Alpharetta Campus. This position is also library liaison for the Honors College for all Perimeter Campuses and will report to the Department Head for the Alpharetta and Dunwoody campuses.
Responsibilities
You should be eager to partner with faculty in their teaching and research and work with students in their first and second years, primarily in learning the information tools and skills needed to succeed in college and career.
Environment
This position is based at GSU Perimeter College’s Alpharetta campus. Perimeter College (https://perimeter.gsu.edu) became a part of Georgia State University in January 2016, a consolidation that formed the largest university in Georgia. For additional information about the six libraries that make up Georgia State University Library, visit library.gsu.edu. The Alpharetta campus is located in the growing suburbs of Alpharetta and Johns Creek, 27 miles north of the downtown Atlanta campus. The Alpharetta campus has an enrollment of approximately 1400 students and a library staff of four employees, so the Reference-Instruction librarian has opportunities to develop professional relationships with faculty and students in all disciplines and collaborate with multiple campus departments.
Georgia State University, an innovative urban public research university, is a national leader in graduating students from diverse backgrounds. Georgia State readies students for professional pursuits, educates future leaders, and prepares citizens for lifelong learning. Enrolling one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation at its downtown research campus, at its vibrant branch campuses, and online, the university provides educational opportunities for more than 50,000 students at the graduate, baccalaureate, associate and certificate levels. For additional information about Georgia State University, visit gsu.edu.
Required Qualifications
• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program
• Skilled at working with a wide array of users and colleagues with varying needs
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel between campuses and participate in online meetings
Preferred Qualifications
• Creativity, initiative, and interest in innovative approaches to reference/research assistance, library instruction and outreach work
• Experience with outreach and/or programming
• Minimum of two years of experience teaching or providing library instruction in face-to-face and/or virtual settings
• Experience creating digital learning objects
• Working knowledge of new and emerging technologies
If you feel that you don’t meet these preferred qualifications, don’t let a confidence gap stop you from applying. Sometimes a list of preferred qualifications can miss the elements that would most strengthen our team; we value the many different skills which make all of us unique.
Condition of Work and Benefits
• Twelve-month assignment, faculty rank, non-tenure track
• Health and retirement benefits
• Support for research and professional activities
• Occasional evening work may be required
• Occasional work at other campuses required
Salary and Rank
$53,000-$58,000, dependent on experience, education, and faculty rank. Appointment at faculty rank
(Instructor/Assistant Professor) is on a 12-month contract renewal basis.
To Apply:
Please submit in pdf: (1) a statement of interest in the position, addressing the above qualifications; (2) curriculum vitae; and (3) contact information for three current references c/o the Library’s Human Resources Officer, liblao@gsu.edu (404) 413-2712.
Review of materials will begin immediately, with complete applications receiving full consideration by July 31, 2023.
All offers of employment at Georgia State University are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.
Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Learning and Engagement Librarian, Alpharetta Campus and Perimeter Honors College Liaison
Library Faculty Position, Alpharetta Campus
Position
The University Library is hiring a forward-thinking and collegial Learning and Engagement Librarian based at the Alpharetta Campus. This position is also library liaison for the Honors College for all Perimeter Campuses and will report to the Department Head for the Alpharetta and Dunwoody campuses.
Responsibilities
You should be eager to partner with faculty in their teaching and research and work with students in their first and second years, primarily in learning the information tools and skills needed to succeed in college and career.
- Participate in developing innovative instruction techniques, tools, and assessments.
- Provide reference service in-person and online
- Create and maintain multimedia web-based information literacy and instructional materials
- Participate in student and faculty outreach activities throughout the university
- Engage and support the faculty, staff, and students' research, teaching, and learning needs
- As the Perimeter Honors College Liaison, coordinate library services instruction, reference, and outreach events for Honors College; work closely with Honors College staff and faculty, including attending regular staff meetings; and collaborate and communicate with Honors College Librarian on Atlanta campus.
Environment
This position is based at GSU Perimeter College’s Alpharetta campus. Perimeter College (https://perimeter.gsu.edu) became a part of Georgia State University in January 2016, a consolidation that formed the largest university in Georgia. For additional information about the six libraries that make up Georgia State University Library, visit library.gsu.edu. The Alpharetta campus is located in the growing suburbs of Alpharetta and Johns Creek, 27 miles north of the downtown Atlanta campus. The Alpharetta campus has an enrollment of approximately 1400 students and a library staff of four employees, so the Reference-Instruction librarian has opportunities to develop professional relationships with faculty and students in all disciplines and collaborate with multiple campus departments.
Georgia State University, an innovative urban public research university, is a national leader in graduating students from diverse backgrounds. Georgia State readies students for professional pursuits, educates future leaders, and prepares citizens for lifelong learning. Enrolling one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation at its downtown research campus, at its vibrant branch campuses, and online, the university provides educational opportunities for more than 50,000 students at the graduate, baccalaureate, associate and certificate levels. For additional information about Georgia State University, visit gsu.edu.
Required Qualifications
• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program
• Skilled at working with a wide array of users and colleagues with varying needs
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel between campuses and participate in online meetings
Preferred Qualifications
• Creativity, initiative, and interest in innovative approaches to reference/research assistance, library instruction and outreach work
• Experience with outreach and/or programming
• Minimum of two years of experience teaching or providing library instruction in face-to-face and/or virtual settings
• Experience creating digital learning objects
• Working knowledge of new and emerging technologies
If you feel that you don’t meet these preferred qualifications, don’t let a confidence gap stop you from applying. Sometimes a list of preferred qualifications can miss the elements that would most strengthen our team; we value the many different skills which make all of us unique.
Condition of Work and Benefits
• Twelve-month assignment, faculty rank, non-tenure track
• Health and retirement benefits
• Support for research and professional activities
• Occasional evening work may be required
• Occasional work at other campuses required
Salary and Rank
$53,000-$58,000, dependent on experience, education, and faculty rank. Appointment at faculty rank
(Instructor/Assistant Professor) is on a 12-month contract renewal basis.
To Apply:
Please submit in pdf: (1) a statement of interest in the position, addressing the above qualifications; (2) curriculum vitae; and (3) contact information for three current references c/o the Library’s Human Resources Officer, liblao@gsu.edu (404) 413-2712.
Review of materials will begin immediately, with complete applications receiving full consideration by July 31, 2023.
All offers of employment at Georgia State University are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.
Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Job Summary
Company
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Master's Degree
Required Experience
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