Liaison Librarian

Job summary

Build relationships with designated academic programs and departments, provide research and reference support, and deliver library instruction, workshops, and orientations. Develop learning materials and guides, contribute to collection development and resource organization, and collaborate with colleagues to improve library services and support institutional priorities.

Job details

Company Description Saskatchewan Polytechnic is a leading public institution that provides applied learning opportunities across Treaty 4 and Treaty 6 Territories and the homeland of the Métis. With campuses in Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina, and Saskatoon, as well as extensive distance education, it serves learners in every economic and public service sector. The institution offers certificate, diploma, degree, and apprenticeship programs tailored to the needs of employers and students. Saskatchewan Polytechnic is actively engaged in applied research, using faculty expertise to drive innovation and help students build strong critical thinking skills. The organization fosters inclusive, collaborative learning environments that prepare learners for meaningful careers and community impact. Role Description The Liaison Librarian is a contract, on-site role based in Saskatoon, SK, responsible for supporting academic programs and learners through specialized library services. This role develops and maintains relationships with designated programs and departments, providing consultation on information resources, research support, and curriculum-integrated library instruction. Day-to-day activities include delivering workshops and orientations, supporting students and faculty with research and reference services, and creating guides and learning materials to enhance information literacy. The Liaison Librarian contributes to collection development, participates in metadata and cataloging discussions as needed, and helps ensure library resources align with program outcomes. Collaboration with colleagues to improve library services, engage in outreach, and support institutional priorities is an essential part of the position. Qualifications Demonstrated expertise in Library Science and Library Services, including reference, research support, and resource discovery. Experience with Library Management practices, such as collection development, user services, and collaboration with academic departments. Knowledge of Metadata principles and cataloging standards to support resource organization and access. Skill in Library Instruction, including designing and delivering information literacy sessions, workshops, and course-integrated support. Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or equivalent from an accredited institution. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work inclusively with diverse students, faculty, and staff. Ability to use library systems, databases, and educational technologies effectively; familiarity with academic research tools. Experience in a post-secondary or academic library environment and knowledge of applied learning or polytechnic education is an asset.

What you’ll do

Build relationships with designated academic programs and departments, provide research and reference support, and deliver library instruction, workshops, and orientations. Develop learning materials and guides, contribute to collection development and resource organization, and collaborate with colleagues to improve library services and support institutional priorities.

Requirements

Requires a master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or an equivalent qualification from an accredited institution, along with expertise in library services, research support, metadata, cataloging, and library instruction. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and effective use of library systems, databases, and educational technologies are required; academic library experience and familiarity with polytechnic education are assets.

Listed skills

• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Library Science
• Reference Services
• Research Support
• Resource Discovery
• Collection Development
• Metadata
• Cataloging
• Library Instruction
• Information Literacy
• Workshop Delivery
• Curriculum-Integrated Instruction
• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Library Systems
• Academic Research Tools
• Educational Technologies

Job areas

• Education

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