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CORNELL UNIVERSITY
User Engagement Librarian
Revised 7/03
CORNELL UNIVERSITY
STAFF POSITION DESCRIPTION
The university job title classification will be determined in accordance with the Position Classification Process.
Please refer to the Guidelines for Preparing the Staff Position Description prior to completing this document.
POSITION SUMMARY and PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS are combined for any associated posting.
POSITION SUMMARY: Explain the purpose for the position and summarize the responsibilities.
Reporting to the Head of User Services and Outreach, the User Engagement Librarian will:
Develop and coordinate scalable library initiatives related to student engagement, outreach, learning and
orientation with a focus on undergraduate students.
Continually assess Mann Library services, spaces and technologies. Assist in the creation and delivery of
educational initiatives that encourage student learning and success using the library’s technology, information
resources, spaces, and equipment
Promote Mann Library and build strong connections between the library &targeted undergraduate learning
communities.
Build partnerships that support student learning through positive engagement with students and faculty in
both formal and informal settings
Working with the Head of User Services and Outreach develop, assess, and maintain new and existing learning
environments within Mann Library to meet the changing needs of student learners
Research and gather data within the Cornell community (faculty, students, and staff) and beyond to
understand the future direction of curriculum, pedagogy, and research and assist with the creation of library
services, technology, and spaces that support this direction.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Specify required minimum equivalency for education, experience, skills, information
systems knowledge, etc.
MLS from ALA accredited school or equivalent professional degree.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills service orientation.
Demonstrated initiative and flexibility, and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Commitment to professional development.
Ability to manage workflow, projects, and multiple tasks while meeting deadlines and solving problems in a
complex and rapidly changing environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Specify preferred specialized education, field and/or certifications.
Work experience in an academic library.
Demonstrated experience with project management.
Familiarity with online learning management software and tools i.e. Blackboard.
Library instruction and assessment experience.
Current Incumbent, if any: Position #:
University Job Title: Pay Band:
Working Title (if different): User Engagement Librarian Exempt: Nonexempt:
Department Name: User Services, Mann Library Dept Code:
Immediate Supervisor’s Name and University Job Title: Head of User Services &Outreach
Date: mm/dd/yyyy
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