Open Education and Outreach Librarian

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Position Title: Open Education and Outreach Librarian Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Terminal (Fixed Term) Job Profile: Lib I-Res, Learn & User Supp Job Duties: The University Library at the University of Wisconsin–Stout, Wisconsin’s Polytechnic University, invites applications for a full-time Open Education and Outreach Librarian Position. The Open Education and Outreach Librarian is a dynamic role blending innovation, instruction, and campus engagement to support student learning and faculty success. The position is a 1.0 FTE Academic Staff position, reporting to the Educational Materials Center and Archives Librarian. Official UW Title/Job Description: Librarian I: Research, Learning, and User Support Salary: $52,000-$55,0000 based on experience and available budget, with benefits  FTE: 1.0 Open Education and Outreach Librarian This position leads the discovery, creation, and adoption of open educational resources (OER) that support high-impact learning experiences aligned with UW-Stout’s mission as Wisconsin’s Polytechnic University. Serving as a liaison to academic departments, the librarian delivers course-integrated information literacy instruction, research support, and collaborative learning initiatives, while developing tutorials and digital learning objects. The role also advances the library’s outreach through coordinated marketing and engagement efforts. QUALIFICATIONS  Minimum / Required   Master’s degree in library and information science (MLIS/MLS) from an ALA-accredited program OR a master’s degree in education, instructional design, data science, or related field. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated experience providing instructional, research, or technical support in an academic, research, or educational environment. Demonstrated ability and commitment to professional growth and staying current with emerging technologies Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and campus partners. Highly Desired   Understanding of copyright, intellectual property, and ethical issues related to OER and AI-generated content. Ability to design accessible learning experiences using emerging technologies. Experience with outreach, strategic communications, social media, or marketing, ideally in higher education, libraries, nonprofits, or mission-driven organizations Strong project management skills POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Open Education (30%) Collaborates with instructors and instructional support staff to advance the discovery, creation, adaptation, and adoption of Open Education Resources (OER) integrating innovative and accessible learning materials into the curriculum. Serves as a campus resource on copyright, licensing, and accessibility best practices for creating and using open education resources. Develops and coordinates workshops, tutorials, and web resources designed to support finding, assessing, using, and creating OERs in collaboration with colleagues. Embeds open resources into short-term programs and stackable learning in collaboration with Educational Pathways & Outreach. Explores new tools and technologies, including AI and immersive learning, and supports the design and development of multimedia or next-generation OER. Instructional Support and Liaison Responsibilities (40%) Teaches information literacy concepts through course-integrated instruction and individual research consultation. Serves as liaison to assigned departments, consulting, communicating to, and collaborating with students, faculty, and staff to meet their information and instructional needs. Collaborates with other instruction librarians to plan, promote, and assess information literacy initiatives. Develops and maintains tutorials, guides, and learning objects related to library instruction and services in collaboration with library research and instruction team. Participates in library reference services including research consultations and online chat. Outreach and Engagement (20%) Leads the library’s outreach initiatives, ensuring a consistent voice, branding, and messaging across library communications, web presence, events, and social media. Promotes library services, resources, and expertise to students, faculty, and campus partners through strategic engagement efforts. Uses data and user feedback to assess outreach effectiveness and continuously improve engagement. May supervise or direct graduate assistants and student employees. Academic Staff Responsibilities and Professional Service Serves on appropriate library, campus, or UW System committees, confirmed by the Library Director/supervisor. Participates in professional development, professional service activities, and library planning. Maintains professional competence in academic library instruction, services, and technology, Maintains in-depth knowledge of relevant academic programs, curriculum, and instructional practices. Accepts the rights and responsibilities of an Academic Staff member as outlined in University Library policies and the UW-Stout Faculty, Academic Staff, Limited Appointee Handbook. Works on special library projects and assignments as designated by the Library Director or supervisor. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION The mission of the University Library at UW-Stout is to cultivate critical thinking and applied learning to enhance the success of our students, faculty, and staff in an evolving information environment. We aim to advance the spirit of exploration and innovation. As the inclusive heart of campus, we aspire to be an essential partner in every person's path to success.     The University Library values:   Collaboration with diverse campus, regional and global communities   Agility and innovation in our support of current and future needs   Respect and care as the guiding principles of our service to others   Professional excellence in all we do   Empowering students, faculty and staff     UW-Stout’s University Library is committed to creating an inclusive campus community. Candidates who have experience working collaboratively with diverse individuals and/or groups and who can contribute to fostering an inclusive environment are encouraged to identify their experience in these areas.      University Library Mission and Strategic Plan: https://library.uwstout.edu/missionPolicies       APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS    Applications received by end of day, April 1st, 2026 are ensured full consideration.  Applications submitted after April 1st, 2026 may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee.    To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs       Due to system limitations, applicants may upload no more than five (5) attachments. Please combine documents where appropriate. Required application materials:   Cover letter (* See below)  Curriculum vitae or resume    All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process.    * In your cover letter, address each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications for the position(s) as listed above. For each required qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the requirement.  Official transcripts required at time of hire.   Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.     Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application you will not be able to go into the system and change them.    It is the policy of UW-Stout to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact us using the information below. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual's disability.    For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact:  Search Chair: Kate Kramschuster Email: [email protected]   If you need assistance with the online application process or if you submitted your application prior to uploading all of the required application materials, please contact:  Search Coordinator: Krisany Blount Email: [email protected]  ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Key Job Responsibilities: Assists with the coordination of day-to-day functions of one or more library operations or services Provides specialized services utilizing a high level of expertise on a broad range of disciplines or in a designated discipline area Contributes to the development of policies and procedures Serves on committees to advance librarianship at the campus, local, and/or state levels May direct the day-to-day activities of student workers Serves as a liaison to academic disciplines and/or other campus units providing information on collections, instructional and research support, and library services Develops and curates collections Cultivates and maintains productive relationships with vendors and professional colleagues Obtains materials, resolves issues, and answers questions particularly related to situations that are complex in nature Designs, develops, and delivers instruction in a variety of formats to faculty, staff, students, and other patrons Guidelines to ensure consideration: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required application materials. Within your cover letter address each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications specified for this position. For each required qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the requirement. It is the policy of UW-Stout to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact us using the information below. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual's disability. The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan, demonstrating our commitment to the diverse needs of our employees. Employee Benefits: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/ To calculate the estimated value of your total compensation, use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator | Employee Benefits (wisconsin.edu) Employment is contingent upon the final candidate’s completing a criminal background check and being cleared to work by the Human Resources Office. Employment is also contingent upon the final candidate passing reference checks and an essential job function test, as applicable. The reference check process includes asking the final candidates’ professional references questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence, and sexual harassment. Reference checks must be conducted at a minimum with three professional references, at least one of which must be a prior supervisor. Final candidates with previous employment within the Universities of Wisconsin and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional reference checks. In response to a public records request, the Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in their online application, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7). UW-Stout is committed to providing safety and security of all members of our community in accordance with the Clery Act. For campus safety information and crime statistics visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/life-stout/police-and-parking/clery-information UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. 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