JOB SUMMARY

The Relay Librarian, managed by the Senior Director of Library and Instructional Media, will play an integral role in supporting the learning, teaching, research, and information needs of the Relay community by providing exemplary library services to faculty and students across the country. The Librarian will organize and maintain a large digital information collection and a small physical library and resource room.  The Librarian will also assist and instruct patrons in efficiently finding and effectively using information and will collaborate with faculty to integrate information literacy across the curriculum.  Finally, as part of the Library and Instructional Media team, the Librarian will support the Senior Director of Library and Instructional Media and the Video Producer in creating and maintaining a robust proprietary collection of instructional video clips that demonstrate effective teaching practices. 

The Librarian and the Senior Director of Library and Instructional Media are the only two library staff members serving Relay's primarily virtual library. Therefore, this position is an outstanding opportunity for an early career librarian to gain skills in a wide variety of library-related tasks, such as reference and instruction, outreach, working with online learners, acting as an education subject specialist/liaison, and managing electronic resources. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Reference, Instruction, and Outreach (60%)
  • Consult with faculty as an information literacy subject matter expert to integrate information literacy learning outcomes, assignments, learning activities, and learning assessments across the curriculum 
  • Generate and deliver learning experiences for Relay faculty, staff, and graduate students that help them to increase their skills in information literacy, both synchronously and asynchronously
  • Provide academic research and library expertise for inquiries from faculty, staff, and graduate students through in-person, email, video, and chat reference
  • Create subject guides with expertly-curated resources on a topic and suggested keywords and other tips that instruct students and faculty on finding other resources on the subject 
  • Act as the library liaison to several departments in order to identify ways in which the library can provide faculty and students with access to materials that increase student learning outcomes
  • Lead the creation of informational guides, newsletters, social media, and other forms of marketing/outreach to increase awareness of and engagement with library resources
  • Manage interlibrary loan requests
•  NYC Physical Library and Resource Room Management (15%)
  • Oversee and perform circulation desk duties such as checking in, renewing, checking out, and shelving materials
  • Manage ordering, cataloging, processing, withdrawing, and repairing physical library and resource room materials
  • Manage the library and resource room, ensuring that they are kept clean, organized, and welcoming, including through the creation of signs and book displays
  • Answer directional questions and assist patrons with operating resource room equipment (e.g., the printer/copier)

• Collection Development and Electronic Resource Management (10%)
  • Develop, ensure the availability of, facilitate access to, maintain, and evaluate a print and online collection that supports the curricular and research needs of the Relay community 
  • Recommend, implement, administer, and evaluate library technologies to advance the discovery and usability of library resources

• Additional responsibilities (15%)  
  • Support the Senior Director of Library and Instructional Media and the Video Producer with instructional media projects, including assisting with project management, the maintenance of the video library, the upkeep of media production systems and data, and communication with P-12 schools and other stakeholders
  • Participate in institutional committees
  • Maintain professional networks and collaborative relationships with other libraries and remain current on trends in education librarianship
  • Perform additional job-related duties as assigned or as appropriate 

QUALIFICATIONS

First and foremost, the Librarian must share the Relay community’s commitment to working together to improve student growth and achievement through phenomenal teacher preparation grounded in diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. This includes providing teacher preparation programs that set novice teachers up to succeed in the classroom from day one; leadership programs that train new and veteran school and district leaders to best serve their school communities; and teacher-facing professional education that provides ongoing learning to educators. Additionally, for this position we’re looking for candidates that possess a combination of the following skills:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Library and Information Science or similar relevant field from an ALA-accredited program
• A thorough understanding of the reference process including reference interview skills, strong communication and customer service skills, and advanced online search skills
• Familiarity with contemporary theories, standards, and best practices associated with information literacy instruction 
• Knowledge of current and emerging issues, practices, trends, and technologies that support culturally responsive and inclusive teaching and learning
• Ability to work from the NYC office Saturdays from 10am-3pm and occasional evening hours. Working remotely may be possible outside these hours
• Ability to climb a ladder and do moderate lifting 
• Ability to work autonomously, take initiative, and prioritize in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment

The following qualifications are highly preferred:

• Classroom teaching experience at the elementary, middle, or secondary level; and/or post-secondary degree or certification in the field of P-12 education
• Experience in developing, designing, and delivering instructional curricula in both synchronous and asynchronous environments
• Experience engaging and collaborating with faculty, staff, and students to support their research and teaching 
• Experience working with electronic resources, library technology systems, instructional technology applications, and learning management systems 

Relay prepares teachers and school leaders to teach students of all identities and backgrounds in order to push toward a time when this country no longer faces stark educational inequities. We recruit, develop, support, and retain a diverse staff, faculty, and graduate student body because we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and actively anti-racist institution. We know, and the data supports, that diversity, equity, and inclusion cultivate an environment in which people of all backgrounds can thrive and this is critical to achieving our mission of educational excellence and equity.

To fulfill that commitment, Relay encourages applicants of all backgrounds and identities to apply for roles that align with their own interests and career trajectory. If you meet a majority of the qualifications and see yourself in this role, we would love to see your application!