Associate Director and Outreach Librarian

Atchison

Friday, 08 May 2026

Provides leadership for the Library’s information literacy and outreach programs while supporting the Library Director in daily operations and strategic initiatives. Oversees the development, coordination, and assessment of instructional programs and serves as a key liaison to faculty and academic departments. Represents the library in campus-wide initiatives and may act on behalf of the Library Director as assigned. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Provides leadership for the library’s information literacy program, including credit-bearing instruction and non-credit instructional initiatives. Teaches credit-bearing information literacy courses and supports faculty-integrated instruction across the curriculum. Designs, develops, and assesses online instructional content, including web-based tutorials and course management system modules. Collaborates with faculty and academic leadership to identify instructional and research support needs across disciplines. Serves as primary liaison to faculty for library instruction, collection development input, and research support. Coordinates and leads the Faculty Library Committee, including agenda development and facilitation of discussions. Provides leadership in identifying, evaluating, and prioritizing library resource and collection needs in collaboration with faculty. Participates in strategic planning initiatives and contributes to library-wide goals, assessment efforts, and reporting. Assists the Library Director in implementing library policies and procedures and ensuring consistent application across services. May represent or act on behalf of the Library Director in meetings, committees, or campus functions as assigned. Serves on campus-wide committees and task forces to represent library services and academic support needs. Engages in professional development and maintains awareness of trends in academic librarianship and information literacy. Provides reference assistance to students and faculty in person and through electronic communication Requirements COMPETENCY STATEMENT(S)Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; strong commitment to service; ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, staff, and college leadership; demonstrated leadership, consensus-building, and decision-making skills; strong organizational and project management abilities; ability to work independently while contributing to broader institutional goals; persistent, adaptable, and resilient. EDUCATION - Master’s degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution required. EXPERIENCE - Minimum of 3–5 years of progressively responsible experience in an academic library setting, including demonstrated experience in library instruction, faculty collaboration, outreach, and reference services, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Evidence of increasing responsibility in instructional design, liaison work, or program coordination is required. Experience leading or contributing to projects, initiatives, or committees preferred. Familiarity with integrated library systems, online instructional tools, and academic library databases required. Experience with assessment, strategic planning, or collection development preferred. Five to seven years of experience is preferred. MISSION FIT STATEMENT - Beyond disciplinary expertise, Benedictine College seeks individuals eager to engage and support its mission. Applicants should describe how they would contribute to the College’s Catholic and Benedictine liberal arts identity and how their work connects to the Catholic intellectual tradition. BENEFITS - Benedictine College provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan options, and paid time off. A significant benefit of employment is tuition remission for eligible employees and their dependents, allowing access to Benedictine College educational programs in accordance with institutional policy. PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Physical Abilities Stand F Walk F - Sit F - Handling / Fingering C - Reach Outward F - Reach Above Shoulder F Climb O Crawl O - Squat or Kneel F Bend F Push / Pull 12 lbs or less F 13-25 lbs F 26-40 lbs O 41-100 lbs O Lift / Carry 10 lbs or less F 11-20 lbs F 21-50 lbs O 51-100 lbs Over 100 lbs N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation. O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day)F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)

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