Public Programming Librarian Georgia Tech - 4.1 Atlanta, GA Job Details Full-time $69,185 a year 17 hours ago Qualifications Employee relationship building Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description About Us Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our strategic plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers. About Georgia Tech Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's faculty attracted more than $1.4 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation's top 20 universities for research and development spending and No. 1 among institutions without a medical school. Georgia Tech's Mission and Values Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do: 1. Students are our top priority. 2. We strive for excellence. 3. We thrive on diversity. 4. We celebrate collaboration. 5. We champion innovation. 6. We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression. 7. We nurture the wellbeing of our community. 8. We act ethically. 9. We are responsible stewards. Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact. Location Atlanta, GA Department Information About the Georgia Tech Library The Georgia Tech Library is a member of the University System of Georgia library consortia, Atlanta Regional Council for Higher Education (ARCHE), the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), and the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries (ASERL), and the Association for College and Research Libraries (ACRL). The Georgia Tech Library has a unique and progressive service model that relies heavily on technology and electronic formats. Electronic resources account for 79% of our overall content, 98% of the Library's content expenditures and 99% of our content usage and the majority of our print collections are held in a high-density, climate-controlled storage facility in collaboration with Emory University Libraries. The GT Library works to fulfill the mission and vision of Georgia Tech and is committed to supporting the Institute's new Strategic Plan. The leadership orchestrates our efforts to ensure and maintain a positive, diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive. Job Summary Georgia Tech Library seeks an innovative and engagement-focused librarian for the Public Programming Librarian position. The position enriches the student experience and supports the broader Georgia Tech community by developing programs, events, and outreach initiatives that connect students, faculty, and staff with library resources, services, collections, and research. The position fosters an environment centered on engagement, collaboration, and partnership by cultivating relationships across campus and creating opportunities that strengthen connections between the Library and the Georgia Tech community on campus and off. The Public Programming Librarian advances the Library's mission through the development and delivery of dynamic programming and outreach activities that respond to emerging campus needs and evolving student interests. The librarian provides support for planning, developing, and delivering engaging events and outreach initiatives that support the Georgia Tech community including students, faculty, and staff. In addition, this position conducts outreach and develops partnerships with colleagues and units across campus to increase awareness of library services, highlight Georgia Tech research and scholarship, and foster meaningful engagement with library resources. Through innovative programming and strategic collaboration, the Public Programming Librarian creates inclusive opportunities for learning, discovery, and community building. Responsibilities 80% Librarianship Design and deliver public programs (in-person, hybrid, and asynchronous) that connect the Georgia Tech community to library services, collections, and spaces. Develop programming that highlights collections, showcases Georgia Tech research, and responds to evolving campus needs and student interests. Organize and deliver programs and outreach initiatives that enhance student engagement, promote academic achievement, foster community, and support student success throughout the Georgia Tech experience. Lead program logistics, including scheduling, space coordination, partner communication, and event execution. Collaborate with library colleagues to align programming with outreach, instruction, and institutional priorities. Build and sustain partnerships with campus units and external collaborators to co-develop programs and extend reach. Assess program effectiveness using feedback and participation data to inform continuous improvement. Develop workflows and documentation to support consistent delivery and clear communication. Stay current with trends and implement innovative approaches to enhance engagement and advance library strategic goals. Develop and maintain proficiency in emerging technologies relevant to their role, including artificial intelligence (AI). Align use of emerging technologies with organizational policies, applicable laws, data privacy requirements, and professional standards. Other duties as assigned 10% Scholarship and Creative Endeavors According to expectations for library faculty members, contribute professionally through research, scholarship, and creative activities. 10% Service Foster positive relations with faculty, students, and staff and promote the Institute and Library's commitment to the Georgia Tech values. Serve on library and university committees as assigned. Contribute to the profession through service to professional organizations at the local, state, regional, and national levels, as appropriate. All members of the Georgia Tech Library Faculty have an effort distribution based on their role. The distribution for this faculty role is 80% librarianship, 10% scholarship and creative endeavors, and 10% professional service. Required Qualifications This position vacancy will be filled at the rank of Librarian I. The final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Non-tenure Track Academic Faculty ranks as outlined in section 3.2.2 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook ( https://www.policylibrary.gatech.edu/faculty-handbook/3.2.2-non-tenure-track-academic-faculty-members-hiring-and-promotion-guidelines ) Librarian I/Archivist I Appointment to this rank requires an appropriate terminal degree, typically an American Library Association (ALA) - accredited master's degree, a degree in a subject related to archival work, and/or in the appropriate area of specialization.

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0-3 years of related experience Preferred Qualifications Experience planning and delivering public programs, events, or outreach initiatives in an academic library or higher education setting. Experience building and sustaining partnerships with campus units, students, faculty, staff, student organizations, and/or external collaborators. Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and to remain professional, resourceful, and composed while balancing hands-on operational responsibilities with the planning and execution of high-profile events and engagements. Knowledge of current trends in academic libraries, student engagement, and public programming (e.g., student success, belonging, experiential learning, etc.). Experience coordinating event logistics, including space management, scheduling, and vendor/partner communication. Experience with or interest in delivering library instruction and/or research support services. Proposed Salary This is a full-time, twelve-month, benefits-eligible position with a salary of $69,185 commensurate with education and experience. Required Documents to Attach Applicants must submit a letter of interest, CV and the names and contact information for at least three references. Application materials should be submitted as .PDF files. Apply Before Date Apply before August 31, 2026 Contact Information For additional information about this appointment, please contact Catherine Manci. ( ) USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 . Equal Employment Opportunity The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia ("USG") and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual's race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract. Background Check A successful candidate must be able to pass a background check.

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