Librarian / Information Studies

Normandale Community College • Bloomington, MN

406d • $51,303 - $71,893 • Remote

About The Position

The Librarian positions at Normandale Community College are full-time faculty roles focused on enhancing library services through instruction, outreach, acquisitions, and cataloging. The successful candidates will provide high-quality reference and research assistance, coordinate library instruction programs, and engage in initiatives to promote textbook affordability and open educational resources (OER). These roles require collaboration with faculty and staff to support student success and contribute to the college's commitment to racial equity in educational outcomes.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Library Science or equivalent degree.
• Experience working with individuals or groups from diverse backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with open educational resources, copyright, and Creative Commons.
• Knowledge of relevant technologies for managing and disseminating OER.
• Experience with library acquisitions, including creating purchase orders and managing a budget.
• Experience with financial software like Workday Finance and Alma integrated library system.
• Knowledge of current cataloging systems and best practices.
• Experience cataloging print, online, and audiovisual materials.
• Experience working in academic libraries with outreach and engagement.
• Teaching experience in information literacy and research instruction.
• Knowledge of instructional design technologies for developing online materials.
• Evidence of continuous professional development related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality course-integrated instruction tailored to the discipline, course, and assignment.
• Offer high-quality reference and research assistance to a diverse population.
• Coordinate library instruction and reference programs.
• Collaboratively coordinate, promote, and assess campus-wide textbook affordability initiatives.
• Guide faculty in discovering, using, or creating OER for their courses.
• Plan and implement campus-wide programs and events to promote library services and resources.
• Establish and direct workflows for print, electronic, and audiovisual materials in acquisitions and cataloging.
• Work with vendors to procure resources and negotiate contract terms.
• Create and implement cataloging practices in line with evolving standards and best practices.
• Develop and execute library work plans, policies, and procedures.

Benefits

• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Generous vacation and sick leave.
• 11 paid holidays each year.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement plans and tax-deferred compensation.
• Tuition waivers for employees and certain dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees