Teaching & Learning Librarian

University of Colorado | Denver

Official Title: Instructor (Faculty)

Working Title: Teaching and Learning Librarian

Full-Time (100% FTE)

Salary Range: $60,000k – $65,000k

Position #00350234 – Requisition #32863

Join the University of Colorado Denver

About the University of Colorado - Denver

  The University of Colorado Denver is the state’s premier public urban research university and equity- serving institution. Globally connected and locally invested, CU Denver partners with future -focused learners and communities to design accessible, relevant, transformative educational experiences for every stage of life and career. Across seven schools and colleges in the heart of downtown Denver, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges through break through innovations and impactful research, and creative work. As part of the state’s largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million. For more information, visit ucdenver.edu .

Job Description

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers

The Teaching and Learning Librarian is responsible for developing and delivering one-time, course-integrated instruction sessions to undergraduate and graduate students.  This position participates in assessment to support the continuous improvement of the instructional program and articulate the Library’s impact on student learning.  Participating in various outreach activities to build campus and community partnerships and creating and maintaining web guides, tutorials, and other digital learning objects are also responsibilities within this position. 

As a faculty member, the librarian participates on Library and campus-wide committees and in CU Denver faculty governance.  The Teaching and Learning Librarian engages in fulfilling the educational mission of the Auraria Library and the three institutions on the Auraria Campus – the University of Colorado Denver, the Metropolitan State University of Denver, and the Community College of Denver. This position is in the Research, Learning, and User Services Division of the Library and reports to the Teaching and Learning Department Head.

The Teaching and Learning Department has multiple openings for this position and are looking for one of the positions to have an emphasis on on-line learning and a second position will have an emphasis on first-year experience.

Working Title Teaching and Learning Librarian

What you will do:

Instruction

• Serves on the Library’s Instruction Team and facilitates instruction sessions (face-to-face and online) in a broad range of disciplines to undergraduate and graduate students.
• Participates in teaching and assessing programmatic instruction for foundational courses.
• With the aim of creating inclusive learning experiences, designs and implements curriculum and corresponding assessments.
• Develops and maintains curriculum maps, program plans, and other related materials for academic programs and departments (majors and minors) in order to scaffold instruction.
• Liaises with select target populations, student support services and/or community groups to develop and deliver instruction-related services and initiatives.
• Participates in orientations, including, but not limited to, new student orientation, transfer student orientation, new faculty orientation, and new employee orientation.
• Creates and maintains web guides, tutorials, and other digital learning objects.

Outreach

• Plans, facilitates, and evaluates campus and community outreach with the goal of representing the Library, its services and resources at, but not limited to, campus events.

  Research Help

• Delivers and tracks research help services across a large, complex, and rapidly changing information landscape. This includes delivering research help via appointments, face-to-face within or outside the Library, and virtual services (using IM, email, etc.).

  Other

• May be responsible for instruction scheduling, research help scheduling, statistics gathering and reporting, and/or collection development. 
• Other duties as assigned.

  Leadership and Service

• Participates on Library and campus-wide committees and CU Denver faculty governance.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range (or hiring range ) for this position has been established at $60,000k - $65,000.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range (or hiring range ) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Benefits:  https:// www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Application Deadline 

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by Apr 4, 2024, 11:59:00 PM. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.  

Required Application Materials: 

To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach: 

• A cover letter which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications 
• A current CV/resume 
• List of three references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references) 

Questions should be directed to Kevin Lawless at [email protected].

Background Check Policy 

The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment. 

Diversity and Equity 

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected] ​.  

The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting diverse faculty and staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, and people of color, women, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equity in education and employment. 

Conditions of Employment 

As of 7/1/2023, The University of Colorado recommends employees be fully vaccinated from the COVID - 19, but is not required. COVIID recommendations and information can be found at: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus.

 Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications):

• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library school or program.
• Experience teaching information literacy.
• Competence and sensitivity in working with individuals who are highly diverse regarding many facets of identity, including but not limited to gender, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, ability, income, level of educational attainment, and religion.

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience providing research help in a library or similar setting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of key issues and trends in information literacy instruction, including inclusive pedagogical practices and learning technologies, and student learning assessment.
• Demonstrated interpersonal communication and presentation skills, work successfully in a highly collaborative environment, and prioritize various teaching assignments, departmental initiatives, and outreach. 
• Knowledge and understanding of key issues and trends in research help services.
• Ability to create and assess digital learning objects.
• Ability to manage projects, including events.
• Knowledge and understanding of key issues and trends that affect academic libraries or higher education.
• Ability to work well both independently and in a collaborative environment and to contribute to professional service.
• Exemplary interpersonal and written communication skills plus a demonstrated commitment to professional development/achievement