McMaster University – Hamilton, ON

Job Details
Job Title: Digital Learning Librarian
Job ID: 55626
Location: Central Campus
Open Date: 06/08/2023
Close Date: 06/29/2023
Job Type: Continuous
Employee Group: McMaster University Academic Librarians Association
Department: Teaching and Learning
Salary Grade/Band: Level 1, 2 or 3
Salary Range: $61,040.74 – $87,948.94; $66,590.09 – $98,238.69; $72,139.43 – $109,044.61
Hours per Week: 35

Posting Details
Schedule: 35hrs per week
Education Level: Master’s Degree
Career Level: Level 1, 2 or 3

Job Description:

McMaster University Library is seeking a knowledgeable and collaborative librarian to join the Teaching and Learning Division.

The Digital Learning Librarian provides expertise and leadership in support of the digital teaching and learning activities of the University Library. In collaboration with the AUL, Teaching and Learning, their Teaching and Learning colleagues, and others within the Library, they will develop and implement a strategy to guide the Library’s current and future online learning initiatives. They will work collaboratively to design, document and implement Library-focussed policies, workflows and best practices for online and hybrid instruction and for the development, maintenance and evaluation of the online learning objects, including videos, modules and other interactive media. The incumbent will function as a resource for their Library colleagues in the use of educational technology and accessible and inclusive instructional design. The Digital Learning Librarian will partner with their Teaching and Learning colleagues to provide instruction and research support for one or more faculties or programs.

   

The successful candidate will: 

• Work collaboratively with Teaching and Learning staff, the AUL, Teaching and Learning, and other Library colleagues involved in teaching and learning to develop strategy and plans for high-impact digital learning that aligns with key University frameworks, strategies and best practices and that advances information, data and other related literacies.
  
• Implement, assess and update digital learning strategies and plans in cooperation with Library colleagues.  

• Collaborate with the Teaching and Learning Division and other Library colleagues to design, implement, document and/or revise policies, workflows and best practices for the Library’s online and hybrid teaching. Develop strategies and workflows to manage the full life cycle of online learning objects. Works with others to identify appropriate in-person, hybrid, or digital solutions for students’ learning needs.
  
• Work with the Teaching and Learning Division and other Library staff to prioritize and coordinate digital learning object projects, based on need, capacity and potential for impact. Play a leadership role in those projects focused on foundational information literacy concepts with cross-disciplinary application. Facilitate the discovery and re-use of digital learning objects.

• Champion and enable the Library’s design and delivery of equitable, inclusive and accessible digital learning experiences that reflects the diversity of learners on campus. Work to ensure online instruction aligns with relevant accessibility standards such as AODA, UDL principles and other best practices related to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. Work closely with Library Accessibility Services and other campus units to ensure learning objects are fully accessible.

• Work with the AUL, Teaching and Learning to deepen existing relationships with the MacPherson Institute to increase awareness and understanding of each service and identify additional opportunities for collaboration.

• Provide guidance and coaching on instructional design, online pedagogy and on the effective use of educational technology and make referrals to the MacPherson Institute as needed to leverage the Institute’s expertise.

• Work with the Lyons New Media Centre to build capacity within members of the Teaching and Learning team and other Library staff in the effective use of software used to create online learning objects, including video and audio production and editing and VR.

• In collaboration with the Teaching and Learning team and other Library colleagues, develop and implement best practices for the design and use of LibGuides and other software used in the Library’s teaching and learning work and lead the evaluation of same. In collaboration with the AUL Teaching and Learning, work with the MacPherson Institute and University Technology Services to ensure the University’s learning management system and other technology supports and enhances Library teaching and learning.

• Monitor and evaluate emerging digital learning trends and technology relevant to the Library. Share new developments with the Teaching and Learning team and Library staff as appropriate and work with colleagues to adapt and respond to these.

• Works collaboratively with one or more Teaching and Learning librarians to deliver instruction and research support to faculty, staff and students within one or more faculties or programs. Participates in outreach and other engagement activity led or supported by the Teaching and Learning Division.

• Chair or serve as a member on Library and university committees, task forces and projects aligned with position responsibilities.

This is a full time, continuing appointment reporting to the Associate University Librarian, Teaching and Learning. Normally scheduled weekly hours will be Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm (35 hours/week).

Qualifications: 

The successful candidate must have the following: 

• A Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited school of library and information science or its equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience with online and in-person instruction in an academic library or equivalent context.
• Knowledge of instructional design, adult learning or education theory.
• Knowledge of key frameworks and standards related to information literacy and familiarity with the landscape of information literacy instruction.
• Knowledge of AODA or equivalent accessibility standards relevant for digital learning, UDL principles, and other DEI-centred teaching frameworks and best practices.
• Experience with the development and assessment of online learning objects, such as videos, online modules or other interactive media.
• Familiarity with software and tools used in the development of online learning objects and/or educational technology, e.g. LibGuides, polling software, H5P.
• Project management experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills that facilitate productive relationships within the Library and with other campus units.
• Ability to work both as part of a team and independently.
• Creative problem-solving skills.

Additional preferred include:

• Formal training in instructional design, adult learning and/or education theory, e.g. certification or degree.
• Knowledge of microcredentials.
• Knowledge of copyright and Creative Commons.
• Knowledge of rapid, iterative and/or agile development methods.
• Experience with planning and strategy, particularly in a higher education context.

Compensation:

It is anticipated that the appointment will be made at the rank of Librarian I, II, or III, with an annual salary range of $61,040.74 – $87,948.94, $66,590.09 – $98,238.69, or $72,139.43 – $109,044.61 respectively. This position is included in the McMaster University Academic Librarians’ Association bargaining unit. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position includes a competitive and comprehensive benefit package. The full Position Responsibility Statement is available from the Library Human Resources Office. Further information about the University Library is available at http://library.mcmaster.ca. 

Additional Information:

McMaster University Library expects librarians to be active and engaged with the broader library and research community through both professional service and professional or scholarly activity as defined in Article 3 of the MUALA Collective Agreement.

Qualified persons who wish to be considered for this opportunity should submit their curriculum vitae with a covering letter. The estimated start date for this position is September 5, 2023.

Context:

McMaster University Library aspires to be a catalyst of intellectual activity for the University and its community. We pride ourselves in delivering innovative services, welcoming spaces, extraordinary expertise and exemplary collections to accelerate research, enhance learning and improve the user experience.

The University Library system is comprised of the Mills Memorial Library (humanities and social sciences), the Thode Library of Science & Engineering and the Innis Library (business). The Library is known for its distinctive collections of archival materials and rare maps and the extraordinary expertise and creative spirit of our staff. We are home to the world-renowned William Ready Division of Archives & Research Collections (including the separately housed Bertrand Russell Archives), the Lyons New Media Centre and the Lewis & Ruth Sherman Centre for Digital Scholarship. We work in close partnership with McMaster’s highly regarded Health Sciences Library. We are actively engaged in the university’s larger teaching and research missions through our management of classroom technology and our oversight of McMaster Experts, the university’s research information management system (RIMS).   

McMaster’s libraries are active contributors to the national and international library community. We are members of the esteemed Association of Research Libraries (ARL), the Canadian Association of Research Libraries (CARL) and the Ontario Council of University Libraries (OCUL).

Ranked as one of the world’s Top 100 universities, McMaster University is devoted to the cultivation of human potential, realized through our innovative educational programs, cutting-edge research, and the diverse students, faculty, staff and alumni who make up the McMaster family. Dedicated to creating a Brighter World, we recognize that our people are our most valuable resource. Those who join McMaster will find a community of talented individuals who are inspired by the university’s commitment to embodying the values of integrity, quality, inclusiveness and teamwork.

McMaster is an internationally recognized centre of learning and research. We inspire critical thinking, personal growth and a passion for lifelong learning in the 34,000 students, 1,000 faculty and 11,000 staff that make up our community. The University attracts, on average, more than $370M of research funding each year and is ranked #2 in the world by the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Ranking. The University is consistently ranked as one of Hamilton-Niagara’s Top Employers. We are known for the excellence of our faculty, the diverse nature of our student body and the strength of our community connections.

McMaster is located in the city of Hamilton, Ontario. Hamilton is a vibrant city, recognized for its natural beauty and unique blend of cultural, education and technological resources.

What you can Expect from Working at McMaster:

As one of Canada’s most research-intensive universities, working at McMaster University is an opportunity to be involved in a thriving community comprised of internationally renowned professionals and research institutes.

McMaster University is principally sited on an attractive campus in west Hamilton, adjacent to residential neighbourhoods and the Royal Botanical Gardens’ Cootes Paradise wetland and trails. It is possible to live within easy walking or cycling distance of the campus, with easy pedestrian-safe transportation on the nearby rail-trail.

Working at McMaster University brings a robust total rewards package, which is more than just a salary. The elements and structure of the total rewards packages vary by employee group but include:

• Employer-paid benefits including Extended Health, Dental, Emergency Out-of-Country Travel Coverage & Basic Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Training, coaching and professional development opportunities
• Employee tuition assistance for development and education
• Opportunities to be a part of an academic environment working alongside professionals who share a passion for learning
• Progressive paid annual vacation plan

Please see Total Rewards Overview for MUALA for more Information.

How to Apply:

To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

Link for External applicants: https://careers.mcmaster.ca/psp/prepprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&SiteId=1001&FOCUS=Applicant&JobOpeningId=55626&PostingSeq=1

If you are a current employee of our organization please use the following link instead: https://epprd.mcmaster.ca/psp/prepprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_EMP.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Employee&SiteId=1001&JobOpeningId=55626&PostingSeq=1

Employment Equity Statement:

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey – Statement of Collection for additional information.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

• Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
• Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
• School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

Vaccination Policy Statement:

The University is committed to providing and maintaining healthy and safe working and learning environments for all employees, students, volunteers and visitors.  The University’s Vaccination Policy-COVID-19 Requirements for Employees and Students (the “Vaccination Policy”), requires all McMaster community members, including employees, accessing a McMaster campus or facility in person to be fully vaccinated or to have received an exemption from the University for a valid human rights ground. While the Policy will be currently paused, this Policy may resume quickly and on short notice, as informed by public health advice and direction. As a result, failure to achieve and maintain fully vaccinated status or an approved human rights-based exemption may result in termination of employment. This is a term and condition of employment. The University will continue to follow the guidance of public health organizations to define fully vaccinated status.

Hybrid Work Language:

To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests.