Student Engagement Librarian (Librarian I/II; Permanent Status Stream)

Job Tittle: Student Engagement Librarian (Librarian I/II; Permanent Status Stream)

Date Posted: 11/15/2023

Closing Date: 12/15/2023

Req ID: 34875

Job Category: Librarian - Permanent Status Stream

Faculty/Division: Library

Department: Deputy Chief - Humanities

Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Are you looking for challenging, meaningful work in a supportive and diverse environment? Are you looking for a career at one of Canada’s top employers? Work where the world comes to think, discover and learn. Consider a career at the University of Toronto.

About the University of Toronto Libraries

The University of Toronto Libraries system is the largest academic library in Canada and is consistently ranked in the top ten among academic research libraries in North America. The system consists of 40 libraries located on three university campuses: St. George, Mississauga, and Scarborough. This array of college libraries, special collections, and specialized libraries and information centres supports the teaching and research requirements of over 300 graduate programs, more than 70 professional programs, and about 700 undergraduate degree programs. In addition to more than 12 million volumes in 341 languages, the library system currently provides access to millions of electronic resources in various forms and over 31,000 linear metres of archival material. More than 150,000 new print volumes are acquired each year. The Libraries' data centre houses more than 600 servers with a storage capacity of 1.5 petabytes.

The Opportunity

The Teaching and Engagement Unit seeks a creative and collaborative librarian to fill an important role focused on student engagement and outreach. The Student Engagement Librarian is responsible for liaising and proactive outreach and advocacy with student organizations and the University’s various student life units, collaborating on student-focused initiatives. The Librarian develops programming for students and serves as a strong advocate for underserved student populations, including international, new immigrant, first-in-family and mature students. Representative responsibilities include:

Coordinating the Personal Librarian Program, a program that reaches all First Year Faculty of Arts & Science students, the largest such program in North America
Coordinating the Patricia and Peter Shannon Wilson Undergraduate Research Prize, which annually showcases groundbreaking and innovative undergraduate research
Ongoing development of:
- A robust and holistic orientation program that ensures students feel welcome to library spaces and knowledgeable about how UTL can support their academic journeys
- A comprehensive and diverse calendar of student engagement events and activities, that promote a positive student experience, with a focus on mental health and wellness
Supervising an appointed staff member and student casual staff employee
Serving as a liaison librarian, which includes proactive outreach, instruction and collection development responsibilities

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

A degree from an accredited Master’s level program in library and information studies
Demonstrated commitment to the values of inclusivity, diversity, equity, anti-racism and accessibility
Exceptional interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to build and foster strong collaborations and partnerships, both internally and externally
Proven ability to manage and assess projects and their outcomes
Ability to lead, coach, and work closely with staff in support of programming and events
Demonstrated creativity in program design
Outstanding oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate with diverse populations
Knowledge about teaching and instruction best practices/pedagogy

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Relevant professional experience

Salary and Terms of Appointment:

It is anticipated that this position will be filled at the Librarian I or II level, subject to review and experience. Minimum salary: LIB I: $76,403; LIB II: $79,720 (Salary is dependent on rank at hire and qualifications). This is a permanent status stream appointment.

Additional information:

Benefits: We offer generous benefits packages to all employees. Additional information is available at: https://people.utoronto.ca/careers/benefits/

How to Apply:

Please apply on the website at: https://jobs.utoronto.ca/job/Toronto-Student-Engag...

Application Materials Required: A cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references of which at least two have supervised your work. Please attach a single electronic file (MS Word or pdf) with a file name convention of Surname, FirstName. Req ID: 34875]

Diversity Statements

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

University of Toronto Libraries’ Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Statement:

https://www.library.utoronto.ca/inclusion-diversity-and-equity-statement

University of Toronto Libraries' Anti-Racism Statement:

https://www.library.utoronto.ca/anti-racism-statement

Accessibility Statement:

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact utlhr@utoronto.ca.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.

Compensation

Closes: 15 December, 2023

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