Librarian I/II, Learning & Research Support / English Language & Literature

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Librarian I/II, Learning & Research Support / English Language & Literature at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Position Purpose:

Wayne State University seeks an innovative, energetic, initiative-taking, and digitally focused library professional to serve in a two-year contract appointment as a Learning and Research Support / English Language and Literature Librarian with a focus on the management of library instruction resources. This position works in the team-based Learning and Research Support area, under the supervision of the Associate Dean of Libraries and Archives. This position will provide learning and research support services, including reference, instruction, and research and scholarly communications support. This position will also participate in library teams and projects related to library instruction and learning.

Essential Functions:

As the English Language and Literature Subject Specialist / Liaison Librarian, this position will coordinate Basic Composition information literacy asynchronous instruction module and related instructor guide in Canvas; collaborate with English Composition Committee regarding updates and instructor training, including coordinating and providing face-to-face instruction in GTA taught sections of Basic Composition in Fall and Winter semesters (8-12 sections) and providing face-to-face and online synchronous instruction as requested for English courses (approx. 10 annually); maintain English and Film Studies LibGuide; respond to English faculty and student inquiries regarding course materials, research support, etc.; develop collections in the areas of English language and literature; create permalinks to library resources at faculty request that will allow them to be incorporated into Canvas; and maintain Children’s Literature guide and coordinate purchase of Dolores Silverstein and Millicent Wills gift funds for juvenile literature.

As the Instruction Resources Librarian, this position will provide instruction to other departments, schools, and colleges when needed; coordinate, update, and maintain the shared instruction resources, providing use reports as requested, including managing the instruction video bank (YouTube) on an ongoing basis, managing the shared Canvas modules in the Canvas Commons on a semester-by-semester basis, and managing the shared handout inventory on a semester-by-semester basis; serve as the contact person for the library’s computer lab, including maintaining paper and supply inventory in the lab; and serve as liaison librarian to the Office for Teaching and Learning.

Additional Duties include staffing chat reference a minimum of 3 hours weekly; overseeing a selection of LibGuides and work with GSAs on annual review and updates (the specific guides include the Streaming Media Guide, the Citation Styles guides, the Microsoft Office guide, the Using the Library guide, the Library Support for Faculty Guide, and the Permalinks Guide); actively engaging in work to advance excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion; and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in library and information science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited library school.

Customer-service orientation;

Excellent written and verbal communication skills;

Excellent organizational skills;

Skill in building relationships with diverse clientele;

Flexibility in handling multiple priorities;

Experience in library Instruction;

Experience in an academic library providing reference services, including demonstrated knowledge of electronic resources.

Preferred Qualifications:

Coursework or demonstrated ability in instructional design;

Academic background in English language and literature or in other language arts disciplines;

Experience using Canvas or other LMS systems;

Experience in SpringShare apps, including LibGuides, LibWizard, and LibAnswers;

Experience using Camtasia and PowToon;

Basic experience using GOBI;

Evidence of innovation in delivering library services;

Salary & Benefits:

Salary and rank: This position is a Renewal Contract Appointment. The maximum starting salary for a Librarian I is $60,000 and for a Librarian II is $63,800. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Wayne State offers dental and health plan options, TIAA/CREF or Fidelity, tuition assistance for employees and family members, relocation assistance and liberal vacation benefits.

Application Procedure:

Nominations or questions regarding this position may be directed via email to Paul Beavers, Interim Associate Dean at paul.beavers@wayne.edu.

For consideration, please submit electronically a complete resume and letter of interest including contact information for at least 3 professional references to requisition #2085 on Wayne State University’s ONLINE HIRING SYSTEM at https://jobs.wayne.edu. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Preferred Qualifications:

Coursework or demonstrated ability in instructional design. Academic background in English language and literature or in other language arts disciplines. Experience using Canvas or other LMS systems. Experience in SpringShare apps, including LibGuides, LibWizard, and LibAnswers Experience using Camtasia and PowToon. Basic experience using GOBI. Evidence of innovation in delivering library services.

School/College/Division:

H01 – University Libraries

Primary department:

H0102 – Library Computing & Media Services

Employment type:

• Regular Employee
• Job type: Full Time
• Job category: Academic/Faculty

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary
• Starting Salary Librarian I: $60,000
• Starting Salary Librarian II: $63,800

Working conditions:

Normal office environment.

Job openings:

• Number of openings: 1
• Reposted position: No

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

Equal employment opportunity statement:

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

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