Instruction Librarian

4 days ago

Calgary, Canada SAIT Full time

The **Student Services** department’s role in student success is to create a culture and environment that unleashes the full potential of all the students at SAIT. Our primary goal is to support Student-First Culture, by focusing on student success and mobilizing all campus community members in this shared goal.

**The Opportunity**

The Reg Erhardt Library facilitates excellence in teaching, research, and learning through the provision of authoritative information resources and community-driven programs. By providing equitable access to print and digital collections, innovative technology, and learner-focused spaces, the Library creates an inclusive environment which supports creative inquiry at SAIT.

**The Role**:
- ** Library Instruction - 50%**:

- Provide instruction for the Library’s information literacy instruction program. The incumbent is responsible for providing high quality instruction and training to SAIT students and staff by:

- Staying abreast of current trends and best practices in the areas of information literacy and andragogy.
- Developing and presenting instructional classes to on-campus and online students.Assisting in planning and developing the library instruction program- **Research Support - 30%**:

- Provide Research support for students, faculty and staff, as required.
- Provide circulation and reference services at the Information Desk.
- **
Special Projects - 20%**:

- Assist manager and other librarians with projects related to assessment, collections, instruction, open education, scholarly activity, communications, library reporting, or other functions, as required.

**Qualifications & Experience**:
- **Minimum**: Master’s degree in Library and Information Science or Information Studies from an ALA accredited university.
- **
Preferred**:

- One year of academic library experience is preferred, however new graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Experience or familiarity with planning and delivering instruction, especially information literacy and research skill specific instruction.
- Experience providing reference and research supports.
- **
Skills**:

- Strong interpersonal skills and facilitation skills.
- Knowledge of online information resources and systems.
- Familiarity with academic library issues and trends, especially those related to library instruction.
- Familiarity with Information Literacy theory, practice and assessment.
- Proficiency with technology, integrated library systems, mobile devices, apps, web development tools, and e-resources (e.g. Libguides, Learning management systems, eBooks).
- Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to serve as a professional ambassador of the library by maintaining a professional image and demonstrating exceptional public-speaking skills.
- Commitment to engaging with patron feedback and continuously improving services.
- Capacity to thrive in an environment of change and respond effectively to shifting needs and priorities.

**Job classification**:SA006 Librarian I

**Hourly Rate**:$30.40 - $43.99

**Position End Date**:June 30, 2025

**Posting closing date**:January 3, 2025

**About SAIT**

SAIT is a global leader in applied education. Named one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we offer the chance to work with a purpose — preparing the next generation of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, advocates and explorers.

Building on our 100+ year history, we’re looking for innovative, bold and collaborative employees who embrace change and deliver world-class customer experiences. Your future starts now at SAIT.

At SAIT, we understand that experience comes in many forms. We’re dedicated to adding diverse perspectives to SAIT - so if your experience is close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying.

SAIT is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with applicants to provide accommodations upon request to the Talent Advisor.

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