Indigenous Learning and Engagement Librarian

2 weeks ago

Calgary, Canada The University of Calgary Full time

Description

The University of Calgary (UCalgary), located in the heart of Southern Alberta, both acknowledges and pays tribute to the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7, which include the Blackfoot Confederacy (comprising of the Siksika, the Piikani, and the Kainai First Nations) as well as the Tsuut'ina First Nation, and the Stoney Nakoda (including Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Goodstoney First Nations). The university recognizes that the City of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation of Alberta (Districts 5 and 6). By virtue of the signing of Treaty 7 in 1877, the university recognizes that we are all treaty people. The City of Calgary is home to a culturally diverse community. Together, we share this land, strive to live together, learn together, walk together, and grow together 'in a good way.'

Libraries and Cultural Resources at the University of Calgary invites applications for a tenure track Indigenous Learning and Engagement Librarian position with responsibilities at the rank of Assistant Librarian. This is four-year, renewable tenure track appointment. The anticipated start is February 2025, or a mutual agreed upon date.

This recruitment, which was developed in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Act, is only open to qualified Indigenous scholars (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit). Candidates will be required to provide verifiable evidence of their Indigenous identity.

Libraries and Cultural Resources (LCR) is a leader in the development of innovative information resources and services, locally, nationally and internationally. In a converged environment, it successfully incorporates the resources and services of libraries, institutional and research archives, rare books and special collections, art galleries, and a university press to provide outstanding support for scholarship, learning and the creation of knowledge.

Position Responsibilities

Reporting to the Associate University Librarian, the Learning and Engagement Librarian will work in collaboration with colleagues in LCR and across campus. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to student-centered service delivery, will deliver course and program-integrated information literacy instruction for faculty, students, and scholars, and will assist in collection and information resource development and reference service in assigned subject areas in support of the research and teaching mission of the University of Calgary.

In addition to providing Indigenous research support to projects on campus, this position will deliver outreach support, instruction, and services to students and faculty across campus. Assigned areas of focus and responsibilities will cover activities centered on learning and engagement. As an academic appointee, appropriate participation and involvement in scholarship, teaching, and service is expected.

The successful candidate will represent Libraries and Cultural Resources and work across the institution to engage and support various Indigenous initiatives and groups on campus. It will support the Indigenous Research Support Team in projects they are working towards as well as working closely with the Writing Symbols Lodge staff and students. The position will also have a traditional liaison subject assignment. The position will also work closely with our new LCR Indigenous Knowledge Subcommittee around developing initiatives and policy within the library.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Developing LCR learning and research materials to support Indigenous research.
  • Designing and delivering specialized course-based instruction and workshops to students and faculty in assigned subject disciplines.
  • Build strong, authentic connections between the LCR and local Indigenous communities.
  • Actively engaging with faculty, students, and staff in assigned areas to promote and market library programs, services, and resources.
  • Advocate for Indigenous initiatives and inclusivity within the library system.
  • Work with areas across campus, such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, to support learning opportunities to build intercultural capacity.
  • Providing customized reference and research support services.
  • Supporting research grant applications and funded projects.
  • Participating in collection and scholarly resource development in assigned discipline areas.
  • Contributing to the collaborative delivery of library services to faculty, students, and staff.

Required Qualifications

  • Master's degree from an American Library Association accredited program or recognized equivalent.
  • Experience working with and knowledge of Indigenous research and Indigenous communities.
  • Evidence of a strong service orientation and the instructional applications necessary to support the needs of students and faculty.
  • Evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications

  • An interdisciplinary undergraduate or graduate degree.
  • Familiarity with current issues and trends in library technology and information resources.
  • Experience in conducting library instruction or teaching in an academic environment.

Salary and Benefits
Position will be commensurate with qualifications and experience at the rank of Assistant Librarian. Salary ranges can be found here tucfa-schedule-a.pdf. The University of Calgary's comprehensive benefits and pension program promotes health and well-being through coverage for health, dental, life insurance, and retirement income planning.

Application Procedure
To apply, submit a letter of application, a current curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references by January 13, 2025.

Questions regarding this role can be sent to:
Coordinator, Human Resources
Libraries and Cultural Resources
University of Calgary
2500 University Drive NW
Calgary, AB T2N 1N4
or, by email to lcrhr@ucalgary.ca

About the University of Calgary

UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university with 36,000 students. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

About Calgary, Alberta

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