Job Description
Provide research services at the library's information desk and assist users in face-to-face, online, and hybrid learning environments.
Develop creative teaching plans, materials, and assignments based on best practices, including active learning or problem-based learning activities, for teaching information literacy and research skills.
Maintain knowledge of emerging trends, best practices, and pedagogical principles in instructional design and information literacy, including but not limited to the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education.
Provide research instruction in assigned discipline areas as well as first year experience courses.
Update and add to the library's knowledgebase, LibAnswers.
Create LibGuides, tutorials, and instructional videos.
Coverage of circulation functions as needed.
Support library users with questions about library equipment such as copiers, microfilm readers, printers, scanners as well as MS Office suite and other software packages.
Participate in department and library staff meetings.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
According to candidate experience and interest, may also assist in planning and mounting displays, materials selection, and other duties as needed.
Work Schedule: Flexible, including evenings, 20 hours per week.
LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:
N/A
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
The incumbent is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Requirements:
ALA-accredited MLS degree required.
Previous knowledge of and experience in reference and instruction.
Knowledge of online and print information resources.
Experience and/or strong interest in instruction and pedagogy.
Detail-oriented, excellent organizational and communication skills, and comfort learning and using emerging technologies.
Team-oriented, prompt, accountable and reliable.
Demonstrated strong "people skills," including a positive, friendly, approachable and service-oriented demeanor.
Effective working with a diverse population of faculty, staff, students, and community members.
Ability to work independently and take initiative, with a focus on high-touch customer service.
Additional Info & Requirements
Salve Regina University strives to provide equal opportunity in employment and education to all employees, students and applicants. No employee, student or applicant shall be discriminated against or harassed on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, age, marital or parental status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal or state law, in the administration of Salve Regina's employment policies, education policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other University administered programs. In accordance with Title IX, it does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any of its educational programs or activities. Salve Regina is also committed to making its programs and campus accessible to its visitors and compliant with all applicable non-discrimination laws.
The Community
Salve Regina University is a comprehensive Catholic university located in scenic Newport, Rhode Island. Salve Regina offers challenging academic programs in a highly supportive environment and an innovative Core Curriculum that provides students with a solid foundation and broader perspective. The historic, 80-acre campus enrolls approximately 2,700 men and women and offers associate, baccalaureate and master's degrees, graduate certificates and two doctoral programs.
Website
http://library.salve.edu/
Human Resources / Job Listings
https://salve.edu/human-resources/employment
HR Info
Applicants must apply online for any open staff and faculty positions by providing a cover-letter and resume. Pre-employment background checks and reference checks are required of successful candidates. Salve Regina University participates in E-verify.