OCLS Online Reference Librarian
- Employer
- Indiana Wesleyan University
- Location
- Marion, IN
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Job no: 492641
Work type: Administrative, Full-Time
Location: Marion, IN
Categories: Other
Job Title: OCLS Online Reference Librarian
Reporting Relationship: Dean of Online Campus Library Services
Unit: National & Global
Department: N&G Library Services / OCLS
Campus Location: Jackson Library Building
Summary of Position: Working directly with the Dean of Online Campus Library Services, the OCLS Online Reference Librarian will review the current departmental strategic plan to suggest ongoing innovation and partnership opportunities, assessment and evaluation metrics, and appropriate library services to Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) National & Global students, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Collaborating with project manager(s) to ensure website information is current, accurate, and relevant to student needs
- Collaborating with project manager(s) to create and maintain supplementary student success resources, such as research guides, tutorials, and videos
- Collaborating with the Online Campus Library Services (OCLS) Dean and library and faculty colleagues to suggest appropriate library, multimedia, open educational resources (OER), rich media, and other digital resources to support IWU National & Global Campus's curriculum development and course writing efforts
- Providing library instruction and student support as assigned in any modality (in person at local education centers as assigned, online, or through other delivery methods)
- Assisting students and faculty with software and hardware issues related to library databases
- Assisting students with basic Microsoft Office Suite support (including, but not limited to Microsoft Word and PowerPoint)
- Collaborating with OCLS staff to design, test, and facilitate basic software support and training to students via webinar, recorded tutorials, or through other delivery methods
- As assigned by the Dean of the Online Campus Library Services, providing outreach and other style elements of completed student papers
- Reviewing student papers for basic APA and Chicago Style citation, documentation, and other style elements of completed student papers
- Maintaining proficiency in understanding and teaching APA and Chicago citation style
- Participation in National & Global or university councils, committees, etc., as assigned
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.
Education
- Graduate degree from an ALA accredited library and information science program
Experience
- Experience in providing professional reference service in an academic setting using emerging web-based and traditional reference technologies
- Experience with providing library services for distance learning, desired
- Specific professional reference experience with business, education, nursing, public administration, religion, and/or social work; desired
- Experience with multimedia design and development of instructional materials; desired
- Familiarity with open educational resources (OER) also highly desirable
- Candidates proficient in spoken and written Spanish are preferred
Required Skills
- Demonstration of excellent oral and written communication and teaching skills for adult students, particularly with technology support
- Demonstration of a strong commitment to public services
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
- Have a valid driver's license for university approved license for off-campus teaching and campus visits
- Candidate must demonstrate a vibrant, personal relationship with Jesus Christ and willingly agree to all IWU Community Lifestyle
- Standards, Articles of Religion, and Educational Mission and Employment Standards
- Seeking individuals who will work with diverse clientele, stakeholders, and colleagues
- Strong understanding of computer software, especially Microsoft Office applications
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.
Advertised: 19 Aug 2022 US Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 19 Oct 2022 US Eastern Daylight Time
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.
- Website
- http://www.indwes.edu/
- Telephone
- 765-677-2117
- Location
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4201 S Washington Street
Marion
Indiana
46953
United States
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