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Off-Campus Librarian Services (OCLS) Online Librarian

Employer
Indiana Wesleyan University
Location
Indianapolis North

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Academic Affairs, Librarians & Library Services
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

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Off-Campus Librarian Services (OCLS) Online Librarian

POSITION SUMMARY

The OCLS Online Librarian is an integral member of the Off Campus Library Services team. This position serves the information literacy, information teaching, and research needs of Indiana Wesleyan University’s (IWU’s) National and Global Campus students and faculty. OCLS team members work directly with the College of Adult and Professional Studies, School of Health Science, School of Nursing (post-licensure and graduate), and Wesley Seminary at Indiana Wesleyan University to realize IWU’s mission of changing the world by developing students in character, scholarship, and leadership. Off Campus Library Services is seeking individuals who will work with diverse clientele, stakeholders, and colleagues.

This successful candidate is expected to maintain an office at the Indianapolis North Education Center a minimum of 3 days per week.

Reporting Relationships:

The OCLS Online Librarian reports to the Director of Off Campus Library Services

Education Requirements:

  • Graduate degree from an ALA accredited library and information science program required; second master's degree desirable.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Under the direction of the OCLS Director s/he will be responsible for an assigned segment of online embedded classes, especially those in most need of academic support.
  • Provide reference services to Indiana Wesleyan University National & Global students and faculty as assigned.
  • Subject expertise in education and religion (preferred); health sciences and medical sciences (desired).
  • Responsible for library instruction as assigned in any modality (in person, online, or through hybrid delivery methods).
  • Work with colleagues, faculty, Regional Education Center staff to provide ongoing value-added learning and professional development sessions, workshops, and academic support opportunities to National & Global students and faculty.
  • Assist the OCLS Director (and/or his/her designee) to identify and recommend existing library resources and suitable Open Educational Resources (OER) for use in National & Global courses.
  • Ability to assist students and faculty with a variety of software and hardware issues, including library databases, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, APA Academic Writer, Grammarly, Zoom web conferencing software, etc.
  • Proficient in understanding and teaching academic writing and citation styles, especially APA and Chicago Style.
  • Managing paper editing (basic grammar, proofreading, and citation and documentation styles).
  • Participation in OCLS team responsibilities.
  • Participation in National & Global or university councils, committees, etc., as assigned.
  • Understanding of copyright and how it relates to the online classroom.

Qualifications:

According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Experience:

  • Minimum of one (1) year of prior experience (desired); three (3) to five (5) or more years of prior experience preferred
  • Experience in providing professional reference service in an academic setting using emerging web-based and traditional reference technologies
  • Demonstration of excellent oral and written communication and teaching skills for adult students
  • Demonstration of a strong commitment to public services
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
  • Ability to hold a valid, university approved license for offsite teaching and Marion/National & Global campus visits

Preferred skills:

  • Experience using and implementing Open Educational Resources (OER)
  • Specific professional reference experience with education and religion
  • Information literacy teaching and resource development
  • Proficiency in spoken and written Spanish

Desired skills:

  • Strong understanding of computer hardware/software used to distribute information electronically
  • Experience with providing library services for distant learners
  • Specific professional reference experience in nursing and business

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

Indiana Wesleyan University is an Equal Opportunity Employer


Organization

A vision that began over 100 years ago has taken full form as today's Indiana Wesleyan University – a Christian comprehensive university committed to liberal arts and professional education.

IWU is an energized community. Its spiritually rich learning environment, academic commitment and caring instruction develop in students the knowledge, skills and disposition to change the world for Jesus Christ.

The following profile information will help you know a little more about IWU:

  • The Indiana Wesleyan University Story is one of faithfulness, remarkable growth, innovation, and the joyful expectation of God's next chapter for the University.
  • IWU was initially accredited in 1966 by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and has maintained its Accreditation since then. Other agencies and associations also accredit individual IWU programs.
  • IWU is committed to several Distinctives, ranging from a Christ-centered educational experience to a commitment to comprehensive student support.
  • We are resolute in upholding our Mission and Values, including our mission to be a Christ-centered academic community committed to developing students in character, scholarship and leadership.
  • Our Academic Structure encourages innovation in education and honors academic achievements by students and faculty alike.
  • IWU is an institution of The Wesleyan Church, a worldwide body of evangelical Protestant believers with its roots in John Wesley's Methodism.

Indiana Wesleyan University is the largest member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities and one of the largest employers in Grant County, Indiana.

Nearly 3,000 students are enrolled in traditional programs on the University’s 350 acre residential campus in Marion, Indiana. Most buildings on the Marion campus have been built in the past 25 years, so students live and learn in a visually striking environment with well-appointed residence halls and academic facilities, all on a campus that is only an hour away from both Fort Wayne and Indianapolis.

IWU-Marion offers more than 80 undergraduate degrees and an expanding list of graduate degree programs to residential students representing more than 80 Christian denominations and 10 foreign countries.

More than 8,000 adult learners attend classes through IWU-National & Global online or at education centers in Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio. IWU-National & Global offers over 100 degree programs at the associate's, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels.

Wesley Seminary, founded in 2009, is headquartered on the Marion, Indiana, campus of IWU. Wesley Seminary offers a practical online path for working ministers to obtain a graduate- or doctoral-level degree while applying weekly knowledge to their local ministry contexts.

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Telephone
765-677-2117
Location
4201 S Washington Street
Marion
Indiana
46953
United States

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