Librarian/Information Studies
Librarian/Information Studies Minnesota State College Faculty (MSCF)
Unlimited, Full-Time Anticipated Start Date: August 17, 2026
Minnesota North College is seeking to hire an Unlimited, Full-Time Librarian/Information Studies who is energetic, proactive, knowledgeable, and an innovative person for a multi-college Librarian. The Faculty Librarian/Information Studies position focuses on reference, instructional services, digital and web services college-wide.
Position duties include, but are not limited to:
- Provide college-wide leadership for library services in collaboration with the Dean of Student Success and Academic & Student Affairs leadership, supporting teaching, learning, student success, and equitable access to resources.
- Create and maintain instructional and learning support materials, including online tutorials, research guides, and technology-enhanced resources that support academic success across all learning modalities.
- Serve as a faculty resource for instructional and faculty development by supporting effective pedagogy and integrating library and research skills into curriculum and program design.
- Coordinate core learning resource and access services, including circulation, reserves, interlibrary loan, cataloging support, and electronic resources, and innovate for the evolution of additional student-facing academic support functions as needs emerge.
- Assist students, faculty, and staff with research support, learning technologies, and academic resource navigation, both in person and through digital platforms.
- Partner with faculty and staff to design and deliver integrated learning opportunities that leverage innovative technologies and coordinated academic support services.
- Initiate and participate in outreach, shared governance, and continuous improvement efforts related to library services, student learning resources, and academic support environments.
Work Location: Itasca Campus (Regular travel to all campuses is required).
Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week; A portion of the full-time position includes limited summer work.
Salary Range: $51,303 - $71,893/annually
This salary range is for initial placement only. If currently teaching within Minnesota State, current salary will remain the same.
Deadline to Apply: April 17, 2026 at 12:01 am (04/16/2026 at 11:59 pm)
Application Procedure:
Candidates with professional or lived experience in engaging diverse communities in their professional career are especially encouraged to apply.
- External Applicants: Applicants not currently employed by Minnesota State can access the career site to search and apply for jobs, and to check the status of applications. Those applying for a position will be prompted to create a profile in Workday. For assistance, please contact us.
- Internal Applicants: All current college system employees will need to log in to the career site in Workday to apply for a position. Employees may also search for "Browse Jobs - Employees" in Workday via the search bar at the top to view open positions.
- To access Jobs Hub:
- Log into Workday
- Open/Add the Jobs Hub app via Menu to browse open job postings, save search criteria for future use, and review your submitted application.
- To apply for a position on Jobs Hub, click on the posting’s Apply button, complete the application, and click Submit. By following these steps, you can help maintain data integrity and streamline the hiring process.
- Please use Job Requisition #: JR0000004528
- https://minnstate.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Minnesota_State_Careers/job/Grand-Rapids/Librarian-Information-Studies---Community-College-Faculty_JR0000004528
- To access Jobs Hub:
- Internal Applicants: All current college system employees will need to log in to the career site in Workday to apply for a position. Employees may also search for "Browse Jobs - Employees" in Workday via the search bar at the top to view open positions.
Please upload the following information with your Workday application:
- Cover letter
- A current resume
- A list of three professional references with contact information
- Unofficial copies of academic transcripts and licenses (official will be required at time of hire); Foreign Transcripts will need a Foreign Transcript Evaluation (paid for by the applicant) completed.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Education Requirement
- Master's degree in Library Science or equivalent degree.
Teaching and Learning Competency Requirement
- All new faculty must complete the teaching and learning requirement during their probation period. See requirements here: https://www.minnstate.edu/system/asa/academicaffairs/cfc/fields/500010.html
Preferred Qualifications
- Commitment to diversity as well as a demonstrated ability to work successfully with persons of diverse backgrounds including sensitivity to their needs and concerns.
- Experience designing, delivering, and sustaining instructional and learning support materials.
- Proven ability to collaborate with faculty and staff on curriculum design, instructional improvement, and academic support initiatives.
For questions regarding this posting, please contact Donna Hoag, HR: donna.hoag@minnesotanorth.edu
GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Includes low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, sick leave, paid personal days. Learn more at: https://mn.gov/mmb/segip/
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:Public pension plan
- Employer paid life insurance
- Training and professional development
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Paid sick leave
- Health care spending and savings accounts
- Paid parental leave
- Dependent care spending account
- Low-cost medical and dental coverage
- Tax-deferred compensation
- Prescription drug coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Vision coverage
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness programs and resources
Minnesota North College
Contact: Donna Hoag, Human Resources 218-403-9216
Minnesota North College is comprised of six campuses including Hibbing, Itasca, Mesabi Range (Eveleth and Virginia), Rainy River, and Vermilion. Our campuses are rooted in their communities’ rich histories of providing access and opportunity to higher education across northern Minnesota for over 100 years. We are committed to our role as leaders in education, partnering with local schools, business and industry, and government to create opportunities for students and the region.
We look forward to continuing to serve our students, employees, and communities long into the future, and we hope you choose to
Head North and join us as an employee for Minnesota North College! https://minnesotanorth.edu/
Instructors work 171 days during a nine-month academic year and receive excellent benefits. Under the collective bargaining agreement with the Minnesota State College faculty (MSCF), new instructors to the Minnesota State College Faculty system receive an actual salary placement based on education and related experience.
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans. All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States at the time of employment. AA/EO, Veteran Friendly.
Applicants having special needs which require accommodation should contact Charlotte Peterson, Vice President of Human Resources (218) 550-2502 (Voice). For TTY communications, contact the Minnesota Relay Service at 800-627-3529.
