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Instructor-Kent Library- Information Literacy Librarian Job at Southeast Missour
Southeast Missouri State University, Cape Girardeau, MO, United States, 63705
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Instructor - Regular Non-Tenure Track
Open Education - Information Literacy Librarian
Kent Library
Full-Time, 10-Month Faculty Position
- Serves as a resource on Open Educational Resources (OERs) adoption for teaching faculty. This includes finding and assessing OER materials. Works with faculty and instructors on promoting OER use and adoption
- Promotes and maintains the library's role in textbook affordability projects, including supporting faculty grants for adopting or creating OER
- Creates and implements resources and programming for faculty, students, and staff on OERs and Open Educational Practices (OEPs)
- Provide and support effective, engaging information literacy instruction and education across the academic disciplines
- Collaborate with other librarians to develop, teach, and assess core curriculum information literacy instruction
- Create digital learning materials, such as interactive online tutorials and research guides
- Provide research assistance in-person, online, by phone, and share in reference desk staffing
- Work closely with Southeast students, faculty, staff, and community guests through face-to-face and virtual interactions
- Serve as liaison librarian to multiple academic departments
- Participate in the development, management and assessment of library services and collections
- Contribute to Kent Library committees, activities, and outreach; and to Southeast Missouri State University through faculty governance and committee service
- Participate in academic department, college and university student recruitment and retention activities
- Support Southeast Missouri State University's and Kent Library's strategic planning activities
Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202500041-01
Location: Cape Girardeau, MO
Department: Kent Library
Closing
Position Summary
Instructor - Regular Non-Tenure Track
Open Education - Information Literacy Librarian
Kent Library
Full-Time, 10-Month Faculty Position
Primary Responsibilities
- Serves as a resource on Open Educational Resources (OERs) adoption for teaching faculty. This includes finding and assessing OER materials. Works with faculty and instructors on promoting OER use and adoption
- Promotes and maintains the library's role in textbook affordability projects, including supporting faculty grants for adopting or creating OER
- Creates and implements resources and programming for faculty, students, and staff on OERs and Open Educational Practices (OEPs)
- Provide and support effective, engaging information literacy instruction and education across the academic disciplines
- Collaborate with other librarians to develop, teach, and assess core curriculum information literacy instruction
- Create digital learning materials, such as interactive online tutorials and research guides
- Provide research assistance in-person, online, by phone, and share in reference desk staffing
- Work closely with Southeast students, faculty, staff, and community guests through face-to-face and virtual interactions
- Serve as liaison librarian to multiple academic departments
- Participate in the development, management and assessment of library services and collections
- Contribute to Kent Library committees, activities, and outreach; and to Southeast Missouri State University through faculty governance and committee service
- Pursue a professional development program
- Participate in academic department, college and university student recruitment and retention activities
- Support Southeast Missouri State University's and Kent Library's strategic planning activities
- ALA-accredited Master of Library Science degree. Degree must be from a regionally accredited or internationally accredited/government-certified University.
- Knowledge in education and/or creating, adapting, and evaluating open educational and open access resources.
- Evidence of commitment to providing high-quality user services
- Evidence of experience preparing and teaching information literacy instruction
- Familiarity with assessing information literacy instruction
- Experience using and creating digital learning materials
- Knowledge of reference services and information resources (both online and print)
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Effective organizational skills and able to prioritize projects
- Ability to take individual initiative and to work collaboratively
Required Information & Deadline
Application Deadline: The position is available and will remain open until filled. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by September 19, 2025.
Required Information: Submit the following items online by clicking on the APPLY button at the top of the page:
- Letter of interest addressing position qualifications
- Current curriculum vitae
- Name and contact information of three professional references
- Unofficial copies of transcripts (official transcripts are required when offer of employment is accepted)
Additional Information
About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO): Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching, and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond. SEMO values access to high-quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty, and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.
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To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/semoedu/jobs/5054178/instructor-kent-library-information-literacy-librarian
Southeast Missouri State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and to the principles of affirmative action. In accordance with this commitment, and in compliance with the requirements of applicable laws, it is the policy of the University to provide equal opportunity for all applicants and employees in its employment practices, without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. The University believes that a diverse University community advances the academic purposes of the University and enhances the working and learning environment.
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