Instruction & Assessment Librarian - Caldwell University

Caldwell University invites applications for a full-time Instruction & Assessment Librarian. Reporting to the Director of the Jennings Library, the Instruction and Assessment Librarian will coordinate the Information Literacy Program, foster student learning and promote information literacy across the curriculum. The Instruction and Assessment Librarian will also use assessment procedures to ensure a consistent and effective Information Literacy Program. Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating the Information Literacy Program by designing, planning, organizing, implementing, and assessing information literacy education and initiatives.
• Assisting in developing and implementing strategic and operational plans for the Information Literacy Program.
• Providing vision and leadership on information literacy concepts, trends, pedagogies, and assessment. Actively cultivates new and/or maintains existing partnerships with departments across campus. Serving as liaison to academic departments as assigned.
• Designing services to support the curricular, research, and information needs of students and faculty.
• Planning and conducting assessment of evolving user needs and adapting services appropriately.
• Providing in-person and virtual reference services, including in-depth research employing a combination of print and electronic resources to consult/aid/assist students, faculty, and staff.
• Creating and updating library publications, including Lib Guides, which foster the development of information literacy skills and competencies.
• Providing point of need instruction to students, faculty, and staff and teaching classes as needed in conjunction with a team of librarians.

Masters degree in Library and/or Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution plus one to three years of effective academic library experience required. The position also involves covering one evening shift per week and Saturday on weekend staff rotation.

Caldwell University is committed to recruiting and retaining faculty, staff and students who will further the traditions, goals and core values of the University in support of our Catholic Dominican mission, vision, and strategic plan. Caldwell seeks employees who are committed to contributing to an energetic welcoming atmosphere.

Caldwell University is a private, Catholic coed four-year university with a strong liberal arts core curriculum that enhances critical thinking and analytical reasoning. Caldwell offers 36 undergraduate and 31 graduate programs, including doctoral, master’s, certificate, and certification programs, as well as online and distance learning options that prepare students for today’s global marketplace. The university has 15 NCAA Division II athletic teams and numerous clubs, fraternities, sororities, and activities on a beautiful 70-acre campus located in the suburbs of Caldwell, New Jersey.

Caldwell was founded by the Sisters of Saint Dominic of Caldwell. Its core values of respect, integrity, community, and excellence influence academic and campus life. For more information about Caldwell University, visitcaldwell.edu .

Caldwell University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Caldwell University offers a comprehensive benefit program to all full-time employees that includes:

• Health Coverage:
  Medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision plan
• Life Insurance:
  Employer-paid life insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• Retirement Savings: 403(b) defined contribution retirement annuity plan and a supplemental retirement annuity plan
• Generous Paid Time Off:
  Personal days, vacation days, and sick leave. Paid holidays and summer Fridays off.
• Tuition Remission:
  An attractive tuition remission policy for employees and their dependents
• Tuition Exchange Scholarship Opportunities through CIC and the Tuition Exchange for up to full tuition at hundreds of participating colleges and universities.
• Additional Perks:
  Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending plan and more

Caldwell University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Salary Range:$45,000.00 To $48,600.00 Annually