Position Vacancy (Limited Term Appointment)
Learning and Liaison Librarian
Trent University
Peterborough, Ontario

Trent University Library and Archives invites applications from self-directed, innovative, and collaborative librarians for the position of Learning and Liaison Librarian. This will be a 1-year limited term appointment to commence January 1, 2023. The position is based in the Bata Library on the Peterborough Campus, and the incumbent will also be active on the Trent Durham GTA Campus in Oshawa as required. This position is subject to budgetary approval.

Trent University is one of Canada’s leading primarily undergraduate universities. Trent’s Peterborough campus boasts award-winning architecture in a breathtaking natural setting on the banks of the Otonabee River, just 90 minutes from downtown Toronto, while the Durham GTA campus offers a close-knit community, conveniently located in Oshawa, 40 minutes from downtown Toronto. Consistently recognized nationally for leadership in teaching, research and student satisfaction, Trent attracts excellent students from across the country and around the world.

Trent University Library and Archives provides collections and services fundamental to academic success, innovation, the advancement of knowledge, and lifelong learning. With a team of 8 professional and 22 support staff, the Library and Archives collaborates with multiple stakeholders to support the academic mission of the University.

The Learning and Liaison Librarian is a member of the Library and Archives professional team, reporting to the University Librarian. Librarians are members of the Trent University Faculty Association (TUFA).

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Learning and Liaison Librarian will liaise proactively and build relationships with students, researchers and instructors in the undergraduate and graduate programs as well as support partnerships within the University and beyond. Experience working with science faculty and students or an undergraduate degree in the sciences would be an asset. The Librarian will employ technology in innovative ways to deliver tools and services that support teaching, learning and research at the University; provide library instruction; develop and maintain subject research guides; work with colleagues to provide, promote, manage and evaluate library services, resources and collections; and collaborate with colleagues to support the data management and curation needs of these research communities.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide learning and liaison services to several academic departments, which may include discipline-specific instruction for upper-year and graduate students, evaluating collection needs for assigned departments, writing library reports in support of curriculum evaluations, and evaluating library resources for purchase or subscription;

• Be available for in-person and online reference and research assistance for undergraduate/graduate students and faculty;

• In co-ordination with colleagues, works to support course instructors in facilitating access to course readings;

• Explore and recommend diverse educational delivery models for library instructional programming that consider multi-modal approaches based on sound learning principles and evidence-based pedagogy;

• Work with colleagues to adopt educational technology to enhance the library’s teaching and learning goals;

• Work in collaboration with faculty, instructors, and library colleagues to determine the best approaches for pedagogical and instructional design;

• Work with colleagues across campus on initiatives related to information literacy and student programming;

• Participate on committees and working groups related to instruction and communication.

Scholarly and Professional Duties

The successful candidate will be entitled and expected to accept a fair and reasonable share of administrative responsibilities through participation as requested in Library Committees and take an interest in and contribute to the shaping of general library policy. The candidate may have opportunities to take an interest in and make contributions to the profession at large, research, or university teaching.

QUALIFICATIONS

Professional Expertise

• A Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent;

• Experience working in academic libraries;

• Knowledge of library resources in the sciences desirable with particular emphasis on the health sciences;

• Demonstrated experience providing reference and library instruction services;

• Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and evaluating instructional or training materials;

• Experience with a variety of service models to support student engagement and learning;

• Knowledge of a variety of delivery methods and education technologies to support instructional and student learning needs;

• Experience with tools such as Blackboard or other learning management systems;

• Experience with content creation software such as H5P, video recording and editing tools;

• Experience developing communication content for a variety of channels, including web and social media;

• Knowledge of collection assessment practices desirable

General Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to interact productively and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders;

• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities, tasks, and projects;

• Excellent communication skills;

• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.

SALARY & BENEFITS

It is anticipated the appointment will be made at the rank of Librarian I, with an annual salary range of $84,462 to $93,800. The position includes a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested candidates must supply the following in one (1) single PDF attachment:

• a covering letter of interest;

• curriculum vitae, which must include a statement of your citizenship;

• the names, email addresses and telephone numbers of three professional references.

The Library hiring process involves evaluating applications against the qualifications listed above. Applicants are encouraged to explicitly indicate in their application how their skills and experiences support the professional expertise and competencies listed above.

Candidates are encouraged to supply a completed Trent University Self-Identification Form, which may be submitted as a separate attachment. Candidates should apply in confidence by email to: libraryadministration@trentu.ca attention Dr. Suzanne Bailey, Acting University Librarian.

Applications must be received by no later than 4:00 p.m. on November 4, 2022.

Trent University is actively committed to creating a diverse and inclusive campus community. Trent regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. We encourage applications from women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, racialized people, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and enrichment of our community. Trent University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process or require an accessible version of a document/publication, please contact libraryadministration@trentu.ca.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. Only selected candidates will be contacted.

We respectfully acknowledge that we are on the traditional territory of the Mississauga Anishinaabeg. We offer our gratitude to First Peoples for their care for, and teachings about, our earth and our relations. May we honour those teachings.