Reference and Instruction Librarian

Indiana Wesleyan University•Marion, IA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Reference and Instruction Librarian is responsible for planning, providing, and assessing information literacy instruction and research support to the IWU-Marion, National and Global, and Wesley Seminary communities.

Requirements

According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Master’s degree required from an ALA accredited library and information science program
Minimum of two or more (2.5) years’ experience working in a university library system
Experience in providing information literacy and professional reference services in an academic setting using emerging and traditional technologies
Experience working with diverse clientele, stakeholders, and colleagues
Excellent interpersonal communication skills (verbal, written, and nonverbal).
Strong commitment to public services
Able to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
Vibrant and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and willing to sign a statement of faith in The Wesleyan Church tradition

Nice To Haves

Second master’s degree in an IWU-offered discipline preferred

Responsibilities

Designs and delivers engaging information literacy instruction sessions
Create custom learning materials (Personalized Search Plans, tutorials, videos) for users
Provide personalized research consultations via in-person appointments, email, phone, and Microsoft Teams video calls for undergraduate through doctoral students
Oversee the acquisition and delivery of library resources to the support the needs of students, faculty, and staff
Serve as one of Jackson Library’s leading advocates for ethical and responsible use of generative AI tools in academic research
Develop workshops that promote AI literacy and academic integrity
Participate in assessment, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration that demonstrates University Libraries’ effect on student success, retention, and university learning outcomes
Build faculty partnerships, advocate for research skills integration into course design and delivery, and lead outreach to departments with low or no library engagement
Collaborate with the Senior Reference Librarian to recruit, hire, train, and evaluate Student Research Assistants
Collaborate with academic leaders, course writers, instructional designers, program directors, and university librarians to develop and provide access to needed library resources
Work with faculty and library colleagues to ensure alignment of library holdings with curricula
Assist with Jackson Library collection development, including print, media, and electronic resources
Stay current on library science research, implement needed improvements, and make recommendations to enhance services provided to students, faculty, and staff
Actively engage in library services professional organizations regionally and nationally
Maintain intellectual vitality by way of scholarly output and professional presentations at conferences and in other venues
Represent University Libraries on various councils and committees
Complete other duties as assigned