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Location: Raleigh, NC
Essential Job Duties
The Student Success Librarian supports the Libraries' mission to empower students for a lifetime of success and impact. As a member of the Teaching, Learning, and Outreach team within LSS, the position works collaboratively with library colleagues and campus partners to develop and deliver outreach, programming, and instruction that connect undergraduate students with the Libraries' people, services, spaces, and expertise. Through these efforts, the position helps students develop the information and digital literacies, critical thinking skills, confidence, and sense of belonging needed to succeed academically and thrive as members of the NC State community.
Student Success and Engagement
The Student Success Librarian leads the Libraries' engagement with university programs and events that recruit, welcome, orient, and support students throughout their arrival to and experience at NC State. This includes initiatives such as New Student Orientation, Wolfpack Welcome Week, open houses, and other programs that introduce students to the Libraries and engage them with the people, services, spaces, and expertise that support academic success, creativity, and well-being. The position coordinates the Libraries' Personal Librarian Program and works with colleagues across the Libraries and campus to connect students with library services, learning opportunities, and experiential learning environments.
Instruction and Public Service
As a member of the Teaching, Learning, and Outreach team, the Student Success Librarian contributes to the Libraries' instruction program by teaching library instruction sessions for undergraduate courses such as ENG 101 and COM 110. The position also serves as an Ask Us Service Manager, serving as the staff member responsible for public service operations during assigned shifts at one of the Libraries' primary Ask Us service points, including supervising student employees, making operational decisions, and providing virtual reference services.
Service and Professional Responsibilities
This position serves on library-wide committees, task forces, and teams. Librarians are expected to engage in professional development, contribute to developments in the field, and participate in service activities. The position reports to the Associate Head, Learning Spaces & Services.
This position is based in North Carolina. This position is eligible for flexible hours with a hybrid work environment based on departmental and operational needs. This position will require a majority of onsite work.
NC State University promotes an integrated approach to problem solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State's land grant mission of teaching, research and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution's mission, vision, and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interests, and experience would enable them to support the university.
Other Work/Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Experience/Education
- ALA-accredited MLS, MIS, or equivalent advanced degree
Required Qualifications
Applicants are encouraged to think broadly about and communicate how their skills and experiences transfer to the qualifications below in ways that may not be obvious, including how non-library-specific skills and experiences speak to the position qualifications and needs. We strongly encourage individuals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences to apply for this position, including those new to the profession.
- Relevant professional experience, such as experience in delivering information and research services in an academic library, or teaching, training, library instruction, or outreach
- Demonstrated record of engagement with a user community and commitment to creative, high-quality library services and facilities
- Ability to manage multiple projects from planning to completion, including coordinating with cross-departmental collaborators, facilitating meetings, and maintaining project documentation
- Ability to design, implement, and sustain new services and programs
- Ability to foster an environment of belonging and well-being
- Ability to communicate clearly and knowledgeably
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Evidence of ability for professional development and contribution
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
Required License or Certification
N/A
AA/EEO Statement
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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