Georgia State University is hiring: Learning and Engagement Librarian in Clarkst

Position Information

Posting Number: F00416P
Classification Title: Open Rank Tenure-Track Faculty
Position Title: Learning and Engagement Librarian
Department: GSU Library Services-Clarkston
College: University Library
Campus: Clarkston
Position Type: Full Time Faculty
Posting Type: External

About the Department

This position is located at Georgia State University's Perimeter College Clarkston campus. Perimeter College became part of Georgia State University in January 2016, forming the largest university in Georgia. For information about the six libraries that make up Georgia State University Library, visit library.gsu.edu. Perimeter College's Clarkston Campus is highly diverse, with a wide mix of residents representing many nationalities and languages. (Background details about the campus history and diversity are provided in the original posting.)

Position Description

Position: The University Library is hiring a forward-thinking and collegial Learning and Engagement Librarian with an area of focus on assessment.

Responsibilities: The librarian should collaborate with faculty in teaching and research and engage with students in their first and second years to develop information literacy and research skills aligned with the University's College to Career Competencies Initiative (critical thinking, written/oral communication, digital technology, and global/intra-cultural fluency). In the area of assessment, the librarian manages, collects, and analyzes library services data across all campuses in coordination with campus library staff for planning, internal and external reporting, and decision making.

• Participate in developing innovative instruction techniques, tools, and assessments
• Participate in student and faculty outreach activities throughout the university
• Provide reference service in-person and online
• Create and maintain multimedia web-based information literacy and instructional materials
• Engage and support the faculty, staff, and students' research, teaching, and learning needs
• Design and implement assessment initiatives
• Communicate assessment data to stakeholders
• Perform other duties as assigned

The librarian serves as a member of the library faculty (12-month; non-tenure track), holds faculty rank, and is expected to participate in service activities as outlined in the University Library's faculty guidelines. The library provides professional development opportunities for employees.

Required Experience

No experience is required for entry-level applicants.

Required Education

• Master's degree from an ALA-accredited program

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

• Experience working in an academic library
• Experience in innovative approaches to reference/research assistance, library instruction and outreach work
• Experience with outreach and/or programming
• Experience teaching or providing library instruction in face-to-face and/or virtual settings
• Experience creating digital learning objects
• Working knowledge of new and emerging technologies
• Proven skills in creating assessment projects, gathering and analyzing data
• Experience in leading assessment efforts and setting up benchmarks

Few candidates will possess all the preferred qualifications listed above. We value the many different strengths that make us all unique.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively with library users and colleagues
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Pre-Employment Requirements

A criminal background check is required.

Work Hours

• 40 hours a week
• At least one evening and occasional weekend work may be required
• Occasional work at other campuses required

Salary

$58,750-$63,500

Search Chair Contact info

Angiah Davis adavis437@gsu.edu

Departmental contact for assistance

Library Human Resources liblao@gsu.edu

Posting Detail Information

• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Desired Start Date: 01/05/2026
• Open Date: 10/07/2025
• Review of Applications Begins: 11/03/2025
• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Special Instructions Summary: Reference letters will be requested at the time on-campus interviews are scheduled.
• Apply at: https://facultycareers.gsu.edu/postings/6069
• Equal Opportunity Employment Statement: Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer.
• USG Core Values Statement: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details at the USG policy links provided in the posting.