The CWU Libraries invites applicants for the Research Engagement Librarian to join a dedicated library team in offering dynamic, user-centered research services. Working under the direction of the Dean of Libraries, this position is a champion for research services and digital literacy. They are excited to help students build enduring research and information competencies. This individual is a strong advocate for underserved student populations and is engaged in responsive teaching for diverse learners and instruction of courses and workshops. As the coordinator of research services at CWU Libraries, the person in this position provides cross departmental leadership and continuous service improvement. Seeking out and collaborating with existing support units, such as Multimodal Learning, successful candidates are eager to provide research services, teach digital tools, and engage students with technology that advances research and learning. The successful candidate will integrate CWU’s commitment to diversity throughout their work and create a learning environment that is welcoming, accessible, and inclusive for all students. All faculty librarians have department liaison responsibilities, provide instruction, participate in collection development, and contribute to research services.

Who we are:

We are a team of individuals committed to Changing Students' Lives. No matter what job, each of us plays a part in supporting and empowering our students to fulfill their dreams.

Working in higher education provides career growth and career choice. Think of a university campus like a mini city, operating across 380 acres. You’ll find diverse academics, libraries, athletics and sporting events, full service and quick serve dining, conferences and events from small to large, recreation centers, housing for ~10,000 students, health services, police and public safety.

Central Washington University has been named a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Top Producing Institution for the 2022-2023 academic year. In addition, for the seventh time in eight years, CWU is a recipient of the prestigious Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine. Come join us on our journey to encourage, inspire, and create spaces where all identities thrive on campus.

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What we offer:

Our investment in you begins the day you join our team, a healthy and successful future for you is important to us. We offer medical, dental, life and disability insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, tuition assistance for you and your dependents, discounts across town, an employee assistance program for individualized counseling, and a wellness incentive program. Learn more: www.cwu.edu/hr/benefits-perks-discounts.

• ALA-accredited master’s degree in Library/Information Science or an equivalent terminal degree, by June 2023 or start date.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and enthusiasm for working with a diverse campus community.
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to providing excellent research services.
• Aptitude to stay current with technology and research services in academic libraries.
• Ability to proactively conceptualize, coordinate, assess, and work across departments to deliver user-centered library services.
• Demonstrated leadership experience.
• Effective oral and written communication skills in multiple modalities.
• Possess a record of and willingness to continue scholarship, research, and professional service appropriate to appointment as a tenure-track faculty member.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an academic library.
• Experience using and technical knowledge of platforms, such as: calendar scheduling, room reservations, chat, libguides, or discovery systems.
• Experience with lesson planning, instructional design, learning assessment, and familiarity with the ACRL Framework.
• Experience in the use and adoption of technologies and platforms that support research, teaching and library services, such as digital humanities, data management, or digital media tools.
• Interest or experience in cultivating information and digital literacy skills.
• Experience or interest in mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds.
• Demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for students through teaching and/or mentoring activities.

Competencies

• Accountability/Dependability: Accepts responsibility for quality of own work; acknowledges and corrects mistakes. Shows up on time, meets standards, deadlines and work schedules.
• Judgement: Makes timely, informed decisions. Analyzes options and determines appropriate course of action.
• Teamwork: Promotes cooperation and mutual support to achieve goals. Encourages participation and mutual support.
• Adaptability/Flexibility: Responds positively to changing business needs and responsibilities. Adapts approach and methods to achieve results; recovers quickly from setbacks and finds alternatives.
• Commitment to Diversity: Recognizes the value of diversity and helps create environment that supports and embraces diversity.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At CWU we’re dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. This may be the job for you!

Additional Information: For additional information about the University, visit: http://www.cwu.edu
For additional information about Ellensburg, visit: http://www.myellensburg.com
OR http://www.kittitascountychamber.com

To apply for this position, you must complete the on-line application and attach:

• A detailed cover letter clearly demonstrating how your education and experience: (a) meet the required (and, as applicable, preferred) qualifications, and (b) demonstrate the ability to perform the responsibilities as described by the posting; and (c) detail how teaching, service and/or scholarship has supported students from racial, ethnic, and gender backgrounds that are underrepresented in their academic fields (applicants who have not yet had the opportunity for such experience should note how their work will further CWU’s commitment to diversity);
• Curriculum Vitae including work history, education, and training; and
• Contact information for three professional references

Screening Begins: April 24, 2023

**NOTE: Although copies of transcripts are acceptable for application purposes, all job offers are contingent upon verification of highest degree.

**Priority will be given to applications received by the screening date. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Name: Shelley Berry
Title: Secretary Lead
Email: Shelley.Berry@cwu.edu
Phone: 509-963-1902
Website: lib.cwu.edu/

Please contact Human Resources at hr@cwu.edu or 509-963-1202 if you require technical assistance with the on-line application process.

Prior to employment, final candidate(s) will be required to sign a Sexual Misconduct disclosure in pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080 and submit to a background check. All information obtained through background investigations will be strictly confidential and revealed only to those required to have access.

The conditions of employment with Central Washington University are set forth in the Collective Bargaining Agreement between Central Washington University and United Faculty of Central, University policies and procedures, and applicable state and federal laws.

The Collective Bargaining Agreement may be found here: http://www.cwu.edu/hr/labor-relations/ufc.