Student Success Librarian
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Job Announcement: Student Success Librarian, Utah State University
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Utah State University Libraries seeks a collaborative, innovative, and user-centered librarian for the position of Student Success Librarian. This position advances the library’s support for student success by developing strategic outreach and academic engagement initiatives with partners across the institution. Working with the library’s First Year Experience, Outreach, and Research Support teams, the Student Success Librarian develops and strengthens relationships focused on all aspects of undergraduate and graduate student success.
Review will begin July 1, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
Informational Webinar
Applicants are invited to attend an informational webinar to learn more about the open position, the campus, and the USU Libraries. Register for full details or to receive a recording of the webinar if you cannot join at the scheduled time:
Wednesday, June 24th at 5PM (MST): https://usu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RsStdV-XQhad2Y_ZtWWYyg
The attendee list will be hidden to ensure confidentiality. Attendance is not required to apply or be considered for this position. Live captioning will be provided via Zoom Live Transcript.
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Position Summary:
Utah State University Libraries seeks a collaborative, innovative, and user-centered librarian for the position of Student Success Librarian. This position advances the library’s support for student success by developing strategic outreach and academic engagement initiatives with partners across the institution. Working with the library’s First Year Experience, Outreach, and Research Support teams, the Student Success Librarian develops and strengthens relationships focused on all aspects of undergraduate and graduate student success.
Working collaboratively, this position provides leadership in the planning, implementation, and assessment of student success initiatives. The position will develop library spaces to facilitate student engagement and well-being and assist with the library’s student success efforts directed to the statewide campuses and online programs. As a member of a broad disciplinary liaison team, this position facilitates academic success through consultations and instruction, while furthering research and innovation through faculty support and collaboration.
Reporting to the head of User Experience & Engagement, the position is a 12-month, tenure-track faculty appointment. Support and mentorship are built into the tenure process. The estimated start date for the position is fall 2026. Early-career librarians are encouraged to apply; professional development and training will be supported based on the needs of the successful candidate.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate the planning, implementation, and ongoing development of targeted student success initiatives that promote library services, spaces, resources, and expertise, with particular attention to assessing outcomes for undergraduate and graduate students.
Build and sustain relationships with key campus partners and stakeholders to refine existing library student engagement initiatives and establish new collaborative initiatives that respond to evolving student needs and advance undergraduate and graduate student success.
Use data, assessment, and user feedback to evaluate effectiveness and refine engagement strategies, fostering a programmatic culture of continual improvement and adaptation.
Maintain awareness of emerging trends and best practices in outreach, student success, and research support.
Contribute to efforts to develop library spaces to meet the needs of multiple stakeholders.
Provide research support through consultations, instruction, and liaison activities.
Required Qualifications:
ALA-accredited MLS, or international equivalent, by December 2026
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Knowledge of or interest in current practices and emerging trends in student success, including outreach, student engagement, and belonging
Ability to develop collegial relationships with colleagues, administrators, staff, faculty and students across campus
Commitment to respond flexibly and effectively to the shifting needs and priorities of the Libraries and Libraries' constituents
Interest and ability to engage in ongoing professional development, research, and service activity to achieve promotion and tenure
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in an academic library
Experience developing or supporting outreach programming or engagement initiatives for students and/or faculty.
Demonstrated commitment to student success and inclusion.
Review will begin July 1, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
Salary is minimum of $60,000, plus excellent benefits including a 14.2% (starting at $8,520) annual retirement contribution. Utah State University offers a competitive benefits package which includes medical and dental, and 22 days/year vacation. USU Libraries provides generous support for professional development and travel. While the position is located at the Logan campus, the Libraries support a flexible work environment in which ad-hoc remote work is determined by role responsibilities and service needs. Relocation assistance is available.
Applicants are invited to attend an informational webinar to learn more about the open position, the campus, and the USU Libraries. Register for full details or to receive a recording of the webinar if you are not able to join at the scheduled time:
Wednesday, June 24th at 5PM (MST): https://usu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RsStdV-XQhad2Y_ZtWWYyg#
The attendee list will be hidden to ensure confidentiality. Attendance is not required to apply or be considered for this position. Live captioning will be provided via Zoom Live Transcript.
Inquiries and nominations may be directed to Britt Fagerheim, Associate Dean for Public Services (britt.fagerheim@usu.edu).