Instructional Services Librarian

Full-time
Starting date: Fall 2024

Southern Virginia University seeks applications for a full-time Instructional Services Librarian starting in the Fall of 2024. The Instructional Services Librarian provides a variety of professional library services to patrons: creating, delivering, and assessing research instruction; coordinating with faculty members; and assisting in training the student-based reference team.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program
  • Creativity, initiative and interest in innovative approaches to library instruction, reference, and research assistance
  • Strong understanding of pedagogy and best practices in information literacy
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Effective time and organizational skills, with the desire and ability to work both independently and as a member of a collaborative team
  • Desire to mentor and foster skills in undergraduates
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience delivering research instruction in an academic setting
  • Knowledge of instructional and multimedia technologies
  • Experience establishing and assessing instruction program learning outcomes
  • Demonstrated knowledge and application of the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education
  • Knowledge of the Library of Congress Classification system

Applications

Applications should include a resume/CV, at least three professional references, and a letter of interest addressing the desired qualifications, the university’s mission, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. Application materials should be sent as a single pdf to provost@svu.edu. Southern Virginia University is an equal-opportunity employer. Applications will be reviewed immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.

About Southern Virginia University

Southern Virginia University is a private, faith-based institution of higher education aligned with the restored gospel of Jesus Christ as taught by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As a university, we gather faithful Latter-day Saints and those who share our values, lift intellectually, socially, and spiritually, and launch into successful lives and careers. Applicants are invited to learn more about the university at svu.edu/mission.