Overview
Utah State University Libraries seeks a collaborative, innovative, and user-centered librarian for the position of Student Success Librarian. This position advances the library's support for student success by developing strategic outreach and academic engagement initiatives with partners across the institution. Working with the library's First Year Experience, Outreach, and Research Support teams, the Student Success Librarian develops and strengthens relationships focused on all aspects of undergraduate and graduate student success.
Working collaboratively, this position provides leadership in the planning, implementation, and assessment of student success initiatives. The position will develop library spaces to facilitate student engagement and well-being and assist with the library's student success efforts directed to the statewide campuses and online programs. As a member of a broad disciplinary liaison team, this position facilitates academic success through consultations and instruction, while furthering research and innovation through faculty support and collaboration.
Reporting to the head of User Experience & Engagement, the position is a 12-month, tenure-track faculty appointment. Support and mentorship are built into the tenure process. The estimated start date for the position is fall 2026. Early-career librarians are encouraged to apply; professional development and training will be supported based on the needs of the successful candidate.
Review will begin July 1, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
Salary is minimum of $60,000, plus excellent benefits including a 14.2% (starting at $8,520) annual retirement contribution. Utah State University offers a competitive benefits package which includes medical and dental, and 22 days/year vacation. USU Libraries provides generous support for professional development and travel. While the position is located at the Logan campus, the Libraries support a flexible work environment in which ad-hoc remote work is determined by role responsibilities and service needs. Relocation assistance is available.
Applicants are invited to attend an informational webinar to learn more about the open position, the campus, and the USU Libraries.
Register for full details or to receive a recording of the webinar if you are not able to join at the scheduled time of June 24th at 5pm MST: https://usu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RsStdV-XQhad2Y_ZtWWYyg
The attendee list will be hidden to ensure confidentiality. Attendance is not required to apply or be considered for this position. Live captioning will be provided via Zoom Live Transcript.
Inquiries and nominations may be directed to Britt Fagerheim, Associate Dean for Public Services (britt.fagerheim@usu.edu).
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the planning, implementation, and ongoing development of targeted student success initiatives that promote library services, spaces, resources, and expertise, with particular attention to assessing outcomes for undergraduate and graduate students.
- Build and sustain relationships with key campus partners and stakeholders to refine existing library student engagement initiatives and establish new collaborative initiatives that respond to evolving student needs and advance undergraduate and graduate student success.
- Use data, assessment, and user feedback to evaluate effectiveness and refine engagement strategies, fostering a programmatic culture of continual improvement and adaptation.
- Maintain awareness of emerging trends and best practices in outreach, student success, and research support.
- Contribute to efforts to develop library spaces to meet the needs of multiple stakeholders.
- Provide research support through consultations, instruction, and liaison activities.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- ALA-accredited MLS, or international equivalent, by December 2026
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Knowledge of or interest in current practices and emerging trends in student success, including outreach, student engagement, and belonging
- Ability to develop collegial relationships with colleagues, administrators, staff, faculty and students across campus
- Commitment to respond flexibly and effectively to the shifting needs and priorities of the Libraries and Libraries' constituents
- Interest and ability to engage in ongoing professional development, research, and service activity to achieve promotion and tenure
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in an academic library
- Experience developing or supporting outreach programming or engagement initiatives for students and/or faculty.
- Demonstrated commitment to student success and inclusion.
Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:
1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"
2. Cover Letter to be typed/pasted into a text box at the end of the application
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
Minimum of $60,000, plus excellent benefits
ADA
Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
University Highlights
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.
USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.
Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, officially joining on July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025-26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.
Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.
The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.
*updated 07/2026
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In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.
Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.
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In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.
The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU's non-discrimination policies:
Matthew Pinner
Executive Director
Civil Rights & Title IX Office
matthew.pinner@usu.edu
435-797-1266 | Old Main Rm. 401D
1475 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322
Cody Carmichael
Title IX Coordinator
cody.carmichael@usu.edu
435-797-1266 | Old Main Rm. 402D
1475 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322
For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:
U.S. Department of Education
Denver Regional Office
303-844-5695| OCR.Denver@ed.gov
U.S. Department of Education
Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
800-421-3481 | OCR@ed.gov
*updated 10/2025
