[LIBJOBS] Canada - Edmonton - Information Literacy Consultant

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Information Literacy Consultant – Yellowhead Tribal College Library

Deadline to apply: Monday, October 29, 2012 at 11:59 MST

Job Summary:

The Yellowhead Tribal College (YTC) Library is undertaking a grant-funded project to develop and implement an Integrated Information Literacy Program (IILP).

A critical component of this project will involve the hiring of a consulting librarian on contract from November 1, 2012 to October 31, 2013.

The Integrated Information Literacy Program will thoroughly integrate information literacy instruction into course delivery at YTC. The consultant hired will collaborate with the Dean of Programs, the Manager of Library Services and Operations, and YTC Faculty and Instructors to design and develop an information literacy program that will be integrated into all programs offered by the college. The ILLP will be tied to earning credit and/or fulfilling competency requirements, and will be embedded in a wide variety of learning environments and situations (in class, outside class and online).

The consulting librarian will assist to achieve the following objectives:

1. Designing and developing an Integrated Information Literacy Program in line with ACRL Competency Standards
2. Integrating program  into every YTC course and program
3. Instructing YTC staff to facilitate delivery of this program
4. Providing direct information literacy instruction to students
5. Evaluating and assessing IILP program as implemented within contract year
6. Recommend and establish policies and procedures for implementing IILP in future
7. The creation of  new library guides and the revision of existing guides
8. Assistance with the continued implementation of Course Director Learning Management System

 

Qualifications and Assets:

• MLIS degree from an accredited institution
• Interest in working at a First Nations College
• Familiarity with ACRL  Information Literacy Competency Standards for Higher Education is required; working knowledge is an asset
• Familiarity with program assessment; working knowledge is an asset
• Familiarity with Springshare LibGuide platform is an asset
• Familiarity with Course Director LMS is an asset
• Proficiency with current technology and trends in academic environments.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent writing/verbal skills and the ability to communicate in plain language.
• Ability to work independently or with a team
• Positive attitude and a sincere interest in helping people is a requirement

Salary:

$55,000/12 months (November 1, 2012 to October 31, 2012)

Closing Date:

11:59 pm MST, October 29^th, 2012

To Apply:

Qualified applicants may email, send, or drop off resumes to:

Simon Underwood

Manager of Library Operations and Services

Yellowhead Tribal College

17304 105 Ave

Edmonton, AB T6R 3C2

simon.underwood@ytced.ca

780.484.0303, ext 245