Dominican University is hiring: Part-time Instruction Librarian in River Forest

Overview

Position Title: Part-time Instruction Librarian

Department: Rebecca Crown Library Instruction Department

Reports To: Community Learning & Outreach Librarian

Location: On Campus (River Forest, IL)

Position Type: Part-time, hourly position averaging 25 hours/week. Some hours can be scheduled regularly with flexibility required to accommodate instruction requests; some evening classes may be required.

Base pay range: $25.00/hr - $27.00/hr

Salary information is provided by Dominican University. Actual pay will be based on skills and experience.

Employment at Dominican University is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Teach information literacy and bibliographic instruction as part of the foundation requirement of the core curriculum.
• Teach subject-specific library "one-shot" sessions.
• Create online learning materials to supplement "one-shot" sessions and as stand-alone modules for subject-specific classes.
• Develop and maintain online learning objects & resources.
• May assist in or fully develop technology or subject-specific workshops.
• Actively participate in instruction team meetings.
• Provide reference assistance.
• Perform other duties as requested, delegated, or assigned.
• Participate in copyright-related assistance.

Qualifications

• MLS/MLIS degree from an ALA-accredited graduate program
• At least one year of instruction experience in an academic library setting

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Effective presentation and teaching skills.
• Familiarity with current theory, practices, and issues related to information literacy, instructional pedagogy, and design.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently with a diverse student body, faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrated commitment and enthusiasm in providing compassionate service and teaching to all library users.
• A strong commitment to supporting cultural competencies, diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education.

Physical Demands

• Ability to spend long durations of the workday sitting at a desk, working on a computer, or moving around
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Note: accommodation will be made for applicants who cannot meet these physical demands

Salary and FLSA Status

• Salary: $25.00 - $27.00 an hour
• FLSA Status: Non-exempt, hourly, 25 hours a week

Benefits

• Retirement plan
• Professional development opportunities
• Pro-rated Tuition remission for employees and their dependents
• Pro-rated vacation and sick time accrual per part-time policy

About Dominican University

Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an additional campus in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dominican University offers associate, baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor, thoughtful accompaniment of students, intentional affordability, and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment.

Dominican currently enrolls over 3,800 students, including 2,690 undergraduates and 1,114 graduate students. Recognized since 2011 as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education, Dominican is committed to expanding and enhancing educational opportunities for Latinx students and all students from historically underrepresented groups.

Expectations for all Dominican Employees: To support the University’s mission, engage in university service work that promotes collaboration and community building, participate in organizational initiatives, support campus events, contribute to community outreach, and foster a supportive environment through involvement in staff-driven activities and groups.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal and state employment regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need accommodations due to a disability, you may contact us at opc@dom.edu for assistance.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Other