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Student Success Librarian
Benedictine University is an inclusive academic community, inspired by the Catholic intellectual tradition and Benedictine values. We seek employees who will contribute to the advancement of our mission by helping students shape lives of meaning and purpose as engaged citizens who care for the Earth, welcome people of diverse faiths and cultures, and promote the common good.
Job Title: Student Success Librarian
Department: UniversityLibrary
Reports to: UniversityLibrarian
Status: Full-Time, Benefit Eligible
Location: Lisle Campus
Rate: $55,000-60,000
Position Summary: Provides library reference assistance andacademic support services to the Benedictine University Library in Lisle, IL. Participatesin the library instruction program on the Lisle campus, and provides academicsupport for students in need of tutoring services for the Academic SupportCenter. This is an on-campus, in person position. The hours are 9am-5pmMonday-Friday, with occasional evening library instruction required.
Essential JobResponsibilities:
Library Research Assistance -
Offer chat and in person research assistance to students, faculty, and staff, utilizing online, print, or other library resources.
Collaborate with library personnel to create and maintain subject-specific resource guides (e.g., Research Guides, pathfinders) for users.
Implement collection development policies related to reference materials in specific subject areas.
Library Instruction -
Participate in the library's instructional program by designing, adapting, planning, and conducting sessions that promote information literacy skills.
Develop and implement library instruction assessment guidelines in conformity with the Association of College & Research Libraries (ACRL) Framework Standards.
Work closely with faculty and the Academic Support Center to align instruction with student needs.
Monitor and assess student progress through regular check-ins and feedback, developing action plans for improvement as necessary.
Academic Support -
Assist first and second year students in need of academic support, working alongside Academic Support Center learning specialists.
Provide one-on-one and group support to address academic challenges, study strategies, time management, and organizational skills.
Resource Curation and Recommendations -
Curate and recommend academic resources available at the library, such as textbooks, online materials, and study aids.
Support the facilitation of a integrating library and Academic Support Center services for the benefit of students.
Distribute and recommend resources to students as needed.
Student Success Tutors -
Assist the Academic Support Center learning specialists in identifying, hiring, training, and evaluating student study skills and student success skills tutors.
OtherFunctions:
1. Participates in University Library and Academic Support Center staff meetings and training activities.
2. Participates in library virtual chat alongside library personnel.
Required Qualifications:
Education: Mastersof Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited institution or anequivalent master's degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, or relatedfield.
Experience: Demonstratedteaching or library instruction experience required. Library experiencepreferred. Supervisory experience preferred, but not required.
Specific Skills:
The UniversityLibrary requires the person who fills this position to possess a sincere desireto help students succeed, which requires empathy and patience.
Strong communicationand interpersonal skills are essential for effective interaction with students,faculty, and staff.
Excellentorganizational and time-management abilities.
Knowledge ofacademic resources, study strategies, and educational technologies.
Specific Knowledge, Licenses, Certifications: No ; Experience with Alma or otherintegrated library systems preferred, but not required.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.
Use of computer screen, phone and customer service.
May require bending, or sitting for long periods of time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
The following ofcampus specific guidelines for pandemic protocols are required.
Travel (If applicable): No
Supervisory Responsibility (if applicable): None.
Working Conditions: Usual officeenvironmental conditions.
Training: As a University employee you are requiredto complete all University-specific and/or OSHA related training to fulfillyour job duties. Specific training will be conducted online or inperson. Employees must complete all trainings required byBenedictine University.
Employee Benefits Package:
We are pleased to offer the following benefits to support your health, well-being, and professional growth. Please note that benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements may apply:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage to support your health needs.
• Disability Insurance: Protection for both short-term and long-term disability.
• Life Insurance: Financial security for your loved ones in case of the unexpected.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and mental health days.
• Retirement Plans: Save for your future with our retirement savings options.
• Mental Health Support: Access to counseling and resources for mental well-being.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Financial support for your education and professional development.
• Financial Wellness Advisors: Personalized advice to help manage and plan your finances.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP): Confidential support for personal or work-related challenges.

Benedictine University does not discriminate in itsadmissions or educational policies, programs or activities; scholarship andloan programs; athletic and other University administered programs oremployment practices on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex,sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, maritalstatus, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.The laws applicable to Benedictine University include constitutional andstatutory protections of the University's rights as a religiously sponsoredinstitution. This policy of equalemployment opportunity applies to all employment and personnel practicesincluding, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, training andcompensation.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will berequired to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and tocomplete the required employment eligibility verification document form uponhire. The following of campus specificguidelines for pandemic protocols are required.
Benedictine University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.