Job Description

Capilano University is named after Chief Joe Capilano, an important leader of the Skwxwxc3xba7mesh (Squamish) Nation of the Coast Salish Peoples. We respectfully acknowledge that our campuses are located on the territories of the Lxc3xadxe1xbbx88wat, xxcaxb7mxc9x99xcexb8kxcaxb7xc9x99xe1xbbxb7xc9x99m (Musqueam), shxc3xadshxc3xa1lh (Sechelt), Skwxwxc3xba7mesh (Squamish) and Sxc9x99xe1xbbx88xc3xadlwxc9x99taxcax94/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.At Capilano University we are committed to supporting a campus community that is both diverse and inclusive. We believe that diversity within our workforce is essential in creating both an exceptional student and employee experience. As part of our ongoing commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), we strive to ensure that our recruitment campaigns authentically reflect the diverse community we serve. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, as we value the unique perspectives, lived experiences, and skillsets each individual brings to CapU.To help us focus our efforts, we encourage all applicants to complete a short anonymous questionnaire, if they wish. The results of the questionnaire are not linked to you or your application and do not form part of the selection process. The goal of collecting this anonymous data is to gain a better understanding our organizational reach, while continuously working to improve the diversity of our applicant pool.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Should you require accommodations during the hiring process please reach out to jeremyorsted@capilanou.ca (faculty), or rheannonlewis@capilanou.ca (Ad/Ex and Staff)|Please see Special Instructions for more details.Interested applicants should submit their cover letter and resume. Capilano University is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Posting DetailsPosting SummaryCompetition Number F18766P
Position Title Outreach and Engagement Librarian
Employee Group Faculty
Position Status Regular Full-Time
Position Type Librarian
Special Appointee
Others please specify
Workload Amount 8
Department Library
Additional Notes
Location North Vancouver
Working With UsLocated on the territories of the Skwxwxc3xba7mesh (Squamish), Sxc9x99xe1xbbx88xc3xadlwxc9x99taxcax94/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh), xxcaxb7mxc9x99xcexb8kxcaxb7xc9x99xe1xbbxb7xc9x99m (Musqueam), and shxc3xadshxc3xa1lh (Sechelt) Nations, Capilano University is a teaching-focused university based in North Vancouver.Capilano University Library is seeking an Outreach and Engagement Librarian for a regular, full-time position. Please note that this position is based on available workload.
What you'll doWe are looking for a librarian who is a creative teacher, provides excellent research help, and can connect effectively with students both in-person and online. Our team is committed to creating engaging, high-impact classroom experiences which include lesson planning, outcomes-based design, active learning techniques, and assessment. The position will include teaching library classes for English 100 and in the Social Sciences liaison area.This librarian will also coordinate our Research Help Desk service and will be a part of our Research Help Desk team, providing both online and in-person reference services to CapU students across the disciplines and AskAway chat to students across British Columbia and the Yukon. Our Research Help Desk model prioritizes student learning during each interaction. You can read more about our service philosophy on our publicly available .The librarian in this role leads the development of co-curricular information literacy and student success initiatives within the Library. This is a community-engaged and collaborative role that involves working with a variety of campus partners, other librarians, and Library staff to create inclusive and engaging events and learning opportunities for students, including those who are traditionally under-represented in post-secondary education. This librarian also coordinates the Library's communication channels, including the student and employee newsletters, social media, and physical and digital signage in the Library space.The successful candidate will be part of a team of ten faculty librarians that operates within a collegial management model. We consider Truth and Reconciliation and equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility critical priorities in our work with students, faculty, community, and prospective colleagues. We are committed to developing pedagogically sound programs and resources and using data and feedback to improve our practices. This librarian will need to collaborate closely in an in-person and online environment with the team, including librarian colleagues, the University Librarian, Library staff, and partners across campus.This is a regular, full-time position based on available workload. Benefits include vacation days (42 days annually, prorated for the sections worked), and professional development days (37 hours per section worked, approximately 25 hours per month of full-time work). We have a working schedule of Monday to Friday with flexible start and end times.Interested internal applicants should submit their cover letter and resume. Capilano University is an equal opportunity employer. If you have questions about the position, or if we could make the application process more accessible for you, please email the Faculty Coordinator, Sabrina Wong (sabrinawong2@capilanou.ca).Helpful Documents
(Capilano University's reimagined Strategic Plan) (Capilano University's reimagined Academic Plan)Tentative Interview DateMarch 5, 2025.Submission InstructionsFOR INTERNAL POSTINGS: Please submit applications, including a cover letter and resume, using the Apply for this Job button above.
Experience, competencies & qualificationsRequired Qualifications

• MLIS or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program

Required Skills and Experience

• Experience teaching in an active-learning post-secondary environment, or equivalent in a relevant teaching environment
• Experience providing reference services for library users
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, sustain, and grow collaborative relationships with a variety of individuals and groups across an organization
• Demonstrated engagement in advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in libraries or other physical/virtual spaces
• Demonstrated engagement in Truth and Reconciliation in libraries or other physical/virtual spaces

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Completion of an Instructional Skills Workshop
• Reference or teaching experience in the program areas in Social Sciences

Posting Detail InformationInternal or External Position Internal
Appointment Date (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2025
Salary Scale $9,420 per instructional section to a maximum of $14,391 per section based on previous experience. Scale placement will be completed according to the Collective Agreement.
Post Date 02/24/2025
Close Date 02/28/2025
Open Until Filled
Quick Link for PostingSupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents * Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae

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