Instruction and Reference Librarian at University of Wisconsin Madison

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.Job Category:Academic StaffEmployment Type:RegularJob Profile:Lib I-Res Learn & User SuppJob Summary:The Instruction and Reference Librarian will be responsible for providing direct service to users through course-related instruction consultations and responses to reference inquiries. This position will also participate substantially in the development of MERITs addition the librarian will work to embody a strong proactive patron-service ethic.This position works in MERIT (Media Education Research and Information Technology) a vibrant service unit with a collaborative team of teaching and learning specialists information technologists and librarians that stewards the School of Educations Information Environment. Through ongoing leadership in the adoption of emerging technologies MERIT empowers members of the School of Education community and its partners to achieve excellence. This position reports to the Public Services Manager. More information about MERITs culture and mission is available here: Job Responsibilities:Develops and curates collectionsServes as a liaison to academic disciplines and/or other campus units providing information on collections instructional and research support and library servicesMay direct the day-to-day activities of student workersServes on committees to advance librarianship at the campus local and/or state levelsContributes to the development of policies and proceduresProvides specialized services utilizing a high level of expertise on a broad range of disciplines or in a designated discipline areaCultivates and maintains productive relationships with vendors and professional colleaguesAssists with the coordination of day-to-day functions of one or more library operations or servicesDesigns develops and delivers instruction in a variety of formats to faculty staff students and other patronsObtains materials resolves issues and answers questions particularly related to situations that are complex in natureDepartment:School of Education / MERIT (Media Education Research and Information Technology)Compensation:Minimum:$56112Commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including generous paid time off competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance tax-advantaged savings accounts and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund.Required Qualifications:Experience teaching in a higher education classroom settingReference experienceDemonstrated commitment to public serviceExcellent writing and editing skills accompanied by strong oral communication skillsThe ability to work independently while actively collaborating with othersPreferred Qualifications:Background in teacher educationExperience providing library services at a large research universityExperience with information literacy or technology instructionExperience developing and lessons and teaching materials Technology troubleshooting skills and aptitudeExperience with copy cataloging Experience with AlmaEducation:The preferred minimum is an MA or MLIS in Library and Information Studies (or equivalent). A bachelors degree is .How to Apply:Please go to the Apply Now area and select your current UW Employment Status. Upload a copy of your current resume and a cover letter.Note: incomplete application packages that do not include allrequested documentation will not be considered.Contact Information:Jim Jonas Institutional Statement on Diversity:Diversity is a source of strength creativity and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity culture background experience status abilities and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching research outreach and diversity as inextricably linked goals.The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students faculty and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal OpportunityEmployer.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to including but not limited to race color religion sex sexual orientation national origin age pregnancy disability or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgroundsand encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings visit the Human Resources Workplace Poster website.To request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodationfor any step in the hiring process (e.g. application interview pre-employment testing etc.) please contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR)in the division you are applying make your request as soon as possible to help the university respond most effectively to you.Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require your references to answer questions regarding misconduct including sexual violence and sexual harassment.The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department. Key Skills Organisational skills,Customer Service,Communication skills,Critical thinking,Research skills,Teamwork,Computer and Internet Literacy,Leadership Experience,Attention to detail,Adaptable Experience: years Vacancy: 1