Instruction and Outreach Librarian

University of South Carolina, United States

Updated: about 16 hours ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Summary


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Posting Number FAC00042PO24
Advertised Title Instruction and Outreach Librarian
Campus Columbia
College/Division University Libraries
Department LIBR South Caroliniana Library
Advertised Salary Range Commensurate with Experience
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis 12 months
Work County Richland
Tenure Information Tenure-Track/Tenured
Job Search Category Faculty


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Position Description


Advertised 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 Library’s 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 04/01/2024
Job Open Date 02/27/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/162267
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