"Reference & Instruction Librarian"

Position Summary

The Olin Library at Rollins College seeks a one-year temporary Reference & Instruction Librarian who is dedicated to excellence in teaching and will help with our instruction and research programming. The librarian will participate in instruction and research services, including research consultation, teaching, and serving as the primary library contact to assigned departments. This position is a one-year temporary position within Olin Library and reports to the Chair of Library Research and Instruction Services.

Essential Job Functions

Instruction

• Provide information literacy and research-focused instruction in the general education curriculum, undergraduate instruction (including, on occasion, credit bearing courses), upper division, subject-specific information literacy, and research instruction in partnership with faculty
• Work collaboratively with Instructional Design and Technology, the Tutoring and Writing Center, Digital Strategies & Scholarly Communication, and other partners as needed to support research and develop new teaching and research methods and modalities

Research Assistance

• Provide research assistance at Olin Library, virtually, and in-person
• Provide research support for students and faculty
• Confer and partner with other Olin librarians in the ongoing maintenance and development of the library's research assistance and information literacy programs

Liaison

• Communicate regularly with assigned liaison departmental faculty

Minimum Qualifications and Education

• MLS or MLIS from an ALA-accredited library program.
• Educational background and/or work experience that indicates an ability to integrate the work of the library into a campus community.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Enthusiasm and experience with information literacy instruction for groups and individuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to interact with the public and academic community effectively and courteously.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently.
• Appreciation for liberal arts education and the role of the library in higher education.
• Ability to adapt to change in a library environment.
• The potential to present, publish, or otherwise contribute to academic librarianship or another appropriate discipline.

Instructions to Applicants

Interested applicants must apply online via the College's employment website and upload the following materials as follows:

• Letter of interest
• Curriculum vita
• Contact information for three references on application

Questions about this position may be directed to: Derek Malone, Dean Olin Library & Search Chair, DMALONE@Rollins.edu

Benefits & Perks

• Paid Holidays and College Closure Days
• Eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurances (within 30 days of hire)
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account ($125+/month)
• 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• 11.5% Employer Retirement Contributions
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Free On-Campus Parking
• Free Access to Campus Amenities (gyms, pools, library, sporting events and more)
• Free Full Tuition for Employees and their Families
• Pet Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Award-Winning Wellbeing Programs
• Plus More!