Student Success and Outreach Librarian

Pacific Northwest University of Health SciencesYakima, WA
17d$48,000 - $72,000

About The Position

Serves as the subject librarian for developing library services that ensure equitable student academic preparedness and professional readiness in the areas of information literacy and scholarly communications. Designs and delivers evidence-based instruction, co-curricular activities, and personalized learning support that strengthens students’ research fluency, critical thinking, and scholarly engagement skills. Deepens collaborative campus partnerships and outreach initiatives, aligning library resources with institutional goals and increasing the visibility of the library’s positive impact on the broader academic community.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree accredited by the American Library Association
  • 1-3 years
  • Skill in effective communication (both written and oral)
  • Skill in independent decision making
  • Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
  • Skill in problem solving
  • Skill in public speaking
  • Knowledge of computer and network operating systems
  • Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
  • Knowledge of project management principles, processes, and techniques
  • Ability to apply effective and accurate data entry and typing skills

Responsibilities

  • Designs, delivers, and assesses instruction and resources that strengthen students’ research skills, scholarly communication practices, and the ethical use of information and data, including emerging technologies, across the curricula
  • Partners with University units focused on learning, wellness, and academic support to align library initiatives with institutional goals for student achievement, retention, and professional readiness
  • Serves as liaison to assigned programs, integrating library resources into course design, web content, and subject guides, ensuring collections meet curricular, clinical, and research needs
  • Develops and implements outreach initiatives, including orientation programs and skills training, that increase visibility and use of library services, collections, and digital tools among students, faculty, and staff
  • Utilizes assessment findings to recommend and shape responsive, data-informed programs that enhance student learning and engagement
  • Chairs the Student Library Ambassador team and represents the library on additional University committees and initiatives
  • Performs other related duties as assigned and based on departmental need

Benefits

  • Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 403b with Roth Option
  • Paid Holidays
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