Job Summary
Reporting to the Director of the South Caroliniana Library, the Instruction and Outreach Librarian is a tenure-track faculty member who coordinates with faculty from departments across the University of South Carolina and University Libraries to plan and implement instruction using the South Caroliniana Librarys collections including manuscripts, maps, books, university records, and visual materials in both physical and digital formats.
The Instruction and Outreach Librarian also plans exhibits and outreach activities for the purpose of connecting the South Caroliniana Library to the campus and community.
Duties include but are not limited to :
Collaborates with teaching faculty across the University to plan and implement instructional activities using South Caroliniana Library materials
Plans and conducts regularly scheduled outreach activities, as well as occasional outreach activities, related to the collections and subject areas represented in South Caroliniana Library
Creates subject guides, course guides, and special topics guides based on South Caroliniana Library materials
Creates semi-permanent exhibits using South Caroliniana Library materials according to a regular exhibit schedule, as well as temporary exhibits for special events
Required Education and Experience Required Education and Experience :
- MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution or other relevant graduate degree
- Experience teaching in a library or other academic setting
- Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities / Competencies : Knowledge of best practices in lesson planning and instruction;
- ability to manage projects; ability to plan and organize work activities to prioritize task completion according to schedules and goals;
- ability to communicate effectively; ability to deal courteously with faculty, staff, students, and member of the public;
- ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying policies and procedures; strong research skills;
strong cultural literacy Preferred Qualifications Experience planning and installing exhibits in a library, archive, or museum Posting Detail Information Desired Start Date 10 / 01 / Job Open Date 02 / 27 / Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five business days on our job website.
After five business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled.
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- Curriculum Vitae
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