Assistant Librarian - Instructional Design Librarian
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JOB TITLE:
Instructional Design Librarian
JOB PURPOSE:
The University of Wyoming Libraries seeks a creative collaborative and patronfocused librarian for the Instructional Design and Accessibility Librarian in the Research & Instruction Department. This librarian will serve as the libraries coordinator for instructional design efforts and liaison to the Ellbogen Center for Teaching and Learning UW Online and UW at Casper. Additionally this role will work with stakeholders within and outside the library to ensure library services are accessible compliant with the law and beyond. This role includes developing a clear understanding of the teaching research and scholarly communication practices in assigned liaison areas; providing research consultation and instructional support as needed; and engaging with and communicating with liaison units on behalf of the Libraries. Collaborate with colleagues inside and outside the Research and Instruction department for projects assessment and instruction.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Take a leading role in coordinating instructional design efforts including designing and distributing tutorials research guides lesson plans and videos.
- Develop information literacy instruction and serve as a role model for incorporating universal design for learning (UDL) in instruction.
- Engage and participate in ongoing assessment of student learning including furthering assessment of online learning
- Serve as primary liaison to the Ellbogen Center for Teaching and Learning UW Online and UW at Casper.
- Serve as liaison librarian for departments to be determined by incumbents background and department needs
- Coordinate outreach efforts for UW Online and UW at Casper students including developing workshops and directing support of the programs.
- Work with stakeholders within and outside the library to ensure that library resources policies documentation and services are accessible and compliant with guidelines established by the Department of Education Office of Civil Rights and Americans with Disabilities Act.
- Participate in open access initiatives including the Libraries Open Educational Resources program and scholarly communication programs.
This position reports to the chair of Research & Instruction
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
As a member of the library faculty the successful candidate is expected to pursue an active and ongoing program of research service and professional development: more information on the UW Libraries please visit WORK ELIGIBILITY:
This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Please address all minimum qualifications in your application materials.
- Masters degree in library and/or information science from an ALAaccredited or equivalent program.(May 2025 graduates are encouraged to apply)
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience providing consultation services in a library setting.
- Experience providing instruction and/or workshops to faculty students and staff in an academic setting
- Experience creating tutorials guides or videos
- Knowledge of information literacy principles and applications of the Framework for Information Literacy in Higher Education
- Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning or other Instructional Design principles
- Knowledge of Accessibility best practices in compliance with the law and beyond
*UW Libraries is committed to providing professional development funding and time to allow qualified candidates to acquire skills and grow into positions.
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application:
- Cover letter
- Resume or C.V.
- Contact information for four workrelated references.
This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 03/02/2025 will receive full consideration.
HIRING STATEMENT:
UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer (UW Reg 41. The University does not discriminate in employment or personnel practices on the basis of race gender religion color national origin disability age protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity genetic information creed ancestry political belief pregnancy or any other protected category or participation in any protected activity. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position please callor email .
ABOUT LARAMIE:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie a town of 30000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university helping to make it a leader in academics research and outreach. The university has stateoftheart facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.
Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorados Front Range a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver Boulder and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region please visit http://visitlaramie/
Employment Type
Full-Time
