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Position: Western Colorado University invites applications for the full-time position of Student Success Librarian - Public Services. The position reports to the Director of Library Services, works closely with students and faculty, and is responsible for providing vision and direction for Leslie J. Savage Library's information literacy program as well as strengthening the library's role in supporting teaching, learning, and research.

Responsibilities: The Student Success Librarian - Public Services is responsible for:

Information Literacy

Lead and participate in designing, delivering, and assessing information literacy instruction to liberal arts students.

Explore innovative teaching methods and technologies to advance and expand the library's information literacy program.

Outreach and Engagement

Develop and maintain partnerships across campus to promote library services, the library as a partner in facilitating student success, and identify opportunities to enhance library offerings.

Collaborate with academic departments and other campus partners to integrate library resources and services into the curriculum and student support initiatives.

Contribute to the development of co-curricular and extra-curricular library programming and coordinate with library staff and campus marketing to publicize events and classes.

Serve as a liaison to assigned subject areas, providing collection development, library instruction, and research assistance.

Public Services

Provide reference service and research assistance via in-person and remote consultations and assist with circulation tasks as needed at the combined reference/circulation desk.

Promote and enhance equitable and inclusive access to library materials and services.

Serve on University committees and participate in professional development activities.

Perform other duties as assigned per library and university strategic objectives.

Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program or international equivalent; experience providing instructional support; strong communication and collaboration skills; and the ability to work independently within a dynamic team setting.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with emerging technologies and/or social networking software as they apply to enhancing and promoting library services.

Compensation: This full-time, FLSA exempt position offers an annual base salary rate of $52,000 to $56,000. Western offers an excellent benefits package including shared premiums for a comprehensive health insurance plan, dental insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, and other insurance options. After one year of employment, Western provides free tuition for dependents enrolled full time in undergraduate programs for up to four years.

Application Procedure: Apply online at www.Western.edu/jobs. Required attachments for online application include: teaching philosophy statement, resume or curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Please direct questions to the search committee chair, Tiffanie Wick at twick@western.edu.

Application deadline is June 10, 2026 at 11:59pm (MDT).

Additional Information on Western and Gunnison/Crested Butte

Western Colorado University is a public institution with an enrollment of ~3,700 students. 47% of students are undergraduates, 33% are graduate students, and 80% receive some form of financial aid. Western students represent 17 countries, 50 states, and almost every county in Colorado. With an average class size of 17, Western's faculty and staff share a strong commitment to personalized, rigorous, and immersive education. Visit https://www.western.edu to learn more about the university.

Western Colorado University is located in Gunnison, Colorado, about 200 miles southwest of Denver amidst over 2 million acres of public land and a vibrant ranching community. The Gunnison valley provides robust cultural programming and exceptional outdoor recreation. A network of dedicated community organizations enrich the lives of many in the tight-knit community. Living in the valley, one appreciates a vibrant culture of festivals, exhibitions, performances, wellness activities, and more. In the winter, many enjoy in skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort and along dozens of miles of cross-country trails. In the summer, bikers, hikers, and runners explore 750-plus miles of singletrack trails, while others delight in fishing, boating, and paddleboarding at Blue Mesa Reservoir or on the Gunnison River and its tributaries. Pre-K-12 students are served by the highly-ranked Gunnison Watershed School District.

WESTERN COLORADO UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETERANS

It is the ongoing policy and practice of Western Colorado University to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local law.

ADAAA ACCOMMODATIONS:

Western Colorado University is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Western will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to the Office of Human Resources at HR@western.edu or (970) 943-3140.