Student Success Librarian – Yorkville University

Title of the Job: Student Success Librarian

Location: Concord, ON

Job Description: About Us:We are looking for the visionaries, the change-makers, the self-starters who are seeking more from their career. Change begins with the small decisions we make, each day, to support each other and strive to create inspiring incredible educational experiences for all students, no matter where they are or how they learn. This concept connects deeply to the idea that, in choosing a career with Yorkville University, you will have the opportunity to push boundaries, flex your creativity and inspire positive change for so many people. It’s also a call-back to the transformative power of education itself. Seek a career that will challenge you to make a meaningful difference through work with a passionate, empowered team in an environment where your voice matters and your ideas are always important.If you want to shine a light on academic excellence, be empowered to make an impact on the transformation of the Canadian post-secondary education landscape, and work collaboratively beyond levels, join us. Who we need:Reporting to the University Librarian, the Student Success Librarian is responsible for providing tailored library services, instruction and academic support in both the on-campus and online environments. They work collaboratively with the Information Literacy Librarian and other key partners across our organization to assess needs, design, market, and implement library instruction, programming, and services that support student learning, success, and retention at all levels. This role involves working closely with faculty, students, and staff to meet their unique information and research needs. They play a crucial role in enhancing teaching, learning, and research initiatives within the designated area of specialization. Student Success Librarians have a passion for innovative teaching and learning approaches, and a commitment to developing library instructional best practices.In this inaugural role, the ideal candidate possesses a strong service-oriented philosophy for helping students, faculty, and other student services staff. This includes a passion and commitment for instruction that is inclusive, empowering, creative, and pragmatic. The successful candidate is also expected to contribute positively to the university’s core values where students can grow and thrive, be their best selves. What you will do:

• Assess and refine information literacy programs to meet the evolving needs of the university community (both Yorkville University and Toronto Film School), while developing and delivering instructional sessions on information literacy topics for students, faculty and staff.
• Provide reference and research support in-person (at a designated campus in ON or BC) and online via email, phone, video (e.g., Teams or Zoom) and/or other online reference systems.
• Create engaging tutorials and library guides that facilitate access to information resources and enhance student and faculty experience.
• Plan, promote, and facilitate online webinars covering essential topics (e.g., bibliographic software, searching databases, APA citation, Artificial Intelligence, etc.).
• Participate in library orientations (and other social and academic events) across campus classes, focusing on both on-campus and online delivery methods.
• Serve as the primary library liaison as assigned by the University Librarian (such as dedicated support for undergraduate, graduate, or subject specializations) and build relationships with key academic and student experience leaders to inform outreach activities, resource development, and service improvements.
• Contribute to university-wide student success initiatives by collaborating with key support services, including peer tutors and mental health resources.
• Research emerging trends and scholarship in higher education to inform library instructional strategies, student success, and assessment standards (e.g., Artificial Intelligence tools).
• Coordinate and maintain APA citation library supports (e.g., APA blog) in conjunction with other Student Success Librarians.
• Promote and deliver library services on-campus (depending on campus and programs of support as designated by the University Librarian).
• Contribute to a positive organizational culture that supports equity, inclusion, learning, and wellness.

Reporting a minimum 3 days a week on-campus, scheduled between Yorkville University’s Concord, Ontario campus and its various Toronto Film School campuses in downtown Toronto.Subject specialization in supporting business and creative industries programming from diploma through graduate degrees. What you bring:

• Master’s Degree from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited university program.
• Demonstrated experience, either on the job or through graduate level coursework, in designing, delivering, and assessing library instructional content.
• Familiarity with the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education (and/or other frameworks relevant to librarianship and adult education).
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion working with users of all ages and from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and academic backgrounds.
• Familiarity with videoconferencing systems (e.g., Teams, Zoom, etc.).
• Familiarity with library and educational software (e.g., Brightspace, Libguides, EBSCO Discovery, Microsoft 365, Zotero, etc.).
• Knowledge of best practices in information literacy instruction.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently with little supervision.
• Familiarity with the American Psychological Association (APA) citation style.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong customer service philosophy that emphasizes patience and care for student well-being.
• Ability to organize workflow and managing multiple projects.
• Creative and innovative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and professional development.

What’s in it for you:We provide a transformative, accessible and flexible higher education environment, our team shares a passion for learning, teaching, and growing. We nurture an inclusive, supportive, and diverse work environment throughout our three campus locations.

• Health Benefits
• Dental Coverage
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Competitive Salary
• Fun, competitive, and challenging work environment
• Incentives and rewards
• Career growth
• Free Tuition for all Yorkville University Programs
• Employee and Family Assistance Program

What does the best of all worlds mean at Yorkville University:

• An atmosphere that successfully blends an entrepreneurial culture with education. We value innovation and continuously look towards expanding our programming, working with the latest research, tools, and solutions. As a private school with government approval of our offerings, we have the opportunity to do more, stay current, and be future-forward.
• The chance to accelerate your career and disrupt education by responding to the needs you see and purposefully challenging the status quo. Everything we do here is about delighting and engaging our employees – and ultimately our students- from mentorship to teaching, from creative outlets to analytical ones.
• A place where all individuals feel welcomed in the academic and workplace environments and can bring their authentic selves to the educational and work spheres. We celebrate the full range of human diversity, and we acknowledge that equal access to opportunities and services may require the removal of barriers that equity-seeking communities experience in trying to obtain this access.
• The opportunity to grow with access to free courses, certifications, and programs – right up to our Doctorate offerings.
• An appreciation for the insights and skills you bring to work with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including a wide breadth of wellness services, and a work-life balance.

Join us:We welcome and appreciate candidates with a range of backgrounds and experiences. If you have 70% of the qualifications we are looking for, express your interest now.Diversity, equity and inclusion are a critical component of life at Yorkville Education Company and we are committed to making these values an integral part of our culture. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including women, persons with disabilities, Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC), people from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Queer, Questioning, Two-Spirit, Intersex, Asexual + (LGBTQ2SIA+) community, and other equity-seeking groups.Yorkville University is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation for disability, please notify our People Team at 1-866- 467-0661.

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