Librarian - North York, Canada - Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology

Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology

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North York, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Join the Renewed Seneca, The Next Seneca
:

Guided by _The Next - A Strategic Plan for Seneca Polytechnic_, we offer a working environment that is innovative, flexible and encourages risk-taking.

Joining Seneca Polytechnic brings opportunities for professional development and career growth. We focus on health and wellbeing in all its forms to provide a great employee experience.
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_Location: __Newnham and Markham Campuses, with some travel required to other campuses._

Position Summary:

Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Manager, Library Literacies & Instruction, the Librarian is responsible to:

Serve as the library liaison to academic schools in Seneca Business.
Design and deliver instructional programs/classes to a variety of different learners.
Develop customized library learning outcomes for literacy competencies and business research skills.
Identify and use a variety of technologies to develop instructional activities, materials, and asynchronous modules.
Conduct research appointments and other online support for students.
Lead and participate in various literacy committees, projects and working groups.
Develop, design and utilize methodologies and techniques to assess the instruction program.
Participate in the promotion of library services and resources.

Qualifications:

Education

A completed Master's Degree in Library Science or a related discipline from an ALAaccredited institution.

Experience

Minimum of three to four (34) years' professional experience in a library.
Minimum of three (3) years' experience providing instruction in facetoface and virtual environments.
An academic background in a business or related discipline and familiarity with business research and information resources is preferred.

Skills

Ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively both independently and as a team member or leader.
Effective assessment and analytical skill, problemsolving ability, and ability to prioritize multiple projects.
Strong understanding of key issues and trends in the design and delivery of library instruction in support of the academic mission of Seneca; and skills to develop relevant and engaging instruction materials in collaboration with others.
Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
Preferred:
Experience with the Springshare Software Platform (e.g. Libguides, Libinsight, Libwizard, Libanswers)
Experience with Blackboard Ultra
Experience with a variety of educational technologies (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, Mentimeter, Padlet, etc.)
Advanced experience with data analysis software (e.g., Excel, Google Looker Studio)
Understanding of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and accessibility requirements (AODA)
Experience with initiatives and resources related to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada Calls to Action, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, and Sustainability

Note:

A skills assessment will be required during the recruitment process.
A minimum of two (2) days on campus per week.
Seneca requires copies of educational credentials at the time of an interview.
Confirmation of educational credentials in the form of an official Canadian transcript or an official evaluation of international credentials which determines Canadian equivalency will be required upon hire.

Job Details

External Posting Date:

November 24, 2023

External Closing Date:

November 30, 2023

Pay Range:

Dependent on experience

Hours:
35

Work Type:

Hybrid

Shift:

Monday to Friday, Flexible hours between 8:00am - 5:00pm

Ideal Start Date:
12/18/23

End Date:

Job Type:

Full-time, Permanent

Note:

Seneca requires copies of educational credentials at the time of an interview.

Confirmation of educational credentials in the form of an official Canadian transcript or an official evaluation of international credentials which determines Canadian equivalency will be required upon hire.

Seneca Polytechnic at a Glance:

Seneca Polytechnic is Canada's leading polytechnic with over 4000 employees, 45,000 full-time students and 45,000 part-time registrants. With over 55 years since opening its doors for the first time, Seneca Polytechnic is dedicated to getting our students career
- and world-ready. We offer an education that has no boundaries. And we create great flexible experiences for those who study and work here. The student experience. The employee experience. The community experience. The Seneca experience is a differentiator.

As Canada's leading polytechnic, our core mission is our North Star:
we provide a great education that builds great careers for our graduates. We make a difference so they can make a difference.

None of this happens without the exceptional employees of Seneca - the faculty, support staff and administrators - who show their commitm