Job Description

Indigenous candidates are invited to apply for a full-time, tenure track librarian position with the University Library. This position includes a research component and is in scope of the University of Saskatchewan Faculty Association. The position will provide liaison services to the department of Indigenous Studies and outreach programming with the Indigenous community (i.e., Indigenous Storyteller in Residence Program). We are seeking an individual with the appropriate skills and qualifications to work collaboratively with colleagues throughout the library and to contribute to library-wide projects and priorities.

The University Library acknowledges that the Saskatoon campus of the University of Saskatchewan is on Treaty Six Territory and the traditional homeland of the Métis, Cree, Saulteaux and Dakota Nations. We pay our respects to the First Nation and Métis ancestors of this place, reaffirm the foundation of our relationships, and make a commitment to reconciliation. All are invited and welcomed to help us transform words into action.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:
• Providing liaison services that support faculty teaching and research, and student learning and success including:
o Designing and delivering library and information literacy instruction and workshops, both in-person and online.
o Providing information services including research consultations
o Developing and managing collections of digital and print resources
o Outreach with students, staff, and faculty
• Collaborating with library colleagues to provide cross-disciplinary library support to Indigenous members of the campus community
• Collaboratively leading, coordinating, and stewarding the Indigenous Storyteller in Residence Program, with room for development of additional Indigenous outreach programming
• Building collaborative relationships with library users (i.e., instructors, students, researchers, and community members) to ensure that the library understands their needs, supports their priorities, and promotes library services / resources
• Engaging as part of teams across the library to advance ohpahotân | oohpaahotaan, the Indigenous Strategy and decolonize services, collections, spaces, student experience, and scholarly communication.

The Library is currently developing a new strategic plan to guide its work in the coming years. Each librarian at the University Library will contribute to the implementation of this new plan by working as a member of one of the library’s four divisions (Learning and Curriculum Support Division, Research Support Services Division, Collections and Discovery Division, University Archives and Special Collections Division). The assignment to a division is based on a combination of the candidate’s experience, interest, and the needs of the library.

Research and scholarly work are a requirement for tenure-track librarians as defined in the University Library Standards for Promotion and Tenure. Examples of librarians’ scholarly work can be found in HARVEST. Librarians are expected to participate in collegial activities and are encouraged to engage with academic or professional organizations.

Qualifications
An ALA-accredited Master of Library and Information Science degree or international equivalent is required for this appointment. Candidates nearing completion of their degree are also encouraged to apply.

The Search Committee welcomes applications from candidates who demonstrate knowledge and experience in some or all the areas listed below.
• Knowledge of Indigenous worldviews, histories, governance structures, spiritualities, lands and/or cultures (particularly within the Canadian context)
• Decolonization and Indigenization-related knowledge or experience in post-secondary or library settings
• Knowledge of contemporary Indigenous Studies and related information resources
• Experience providing instruction in both group and individual settings
• Ability to develop and sustain strong, effective, and collaborative professional working relationships, in particular with Indigenous peoples and communities
• An awareness of current trends in librarianship, including Indigenous Librarianship
• A willingness to take initiative
• Flexibility, engagement, and creativity
• Strong interpersonal skills, including effective communication skills
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills

Salary, Benefits, and Application Information
Salary information for this position for the 2026-2027 academic year is as follows: Assistant Librarian: $95,187 to $113,527; Associate Librarian: $113,527 to $135,535; Librarian: $135,535 to $164,879.

This position includes a comprehensive benefits package: dental, health and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long-term disability, sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program.

Interested candidates must submit, via email and preferably as a single PDF, a cover letter highlighting qualifications and accomplishments, and a detailed curriculum vitae to:
Lori Birrell
Dean, University Library
University of Saskatchewan
Email: [email protected]

Due to federal immigration requirements, we also ask candidates to indicate whether they are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or are otherwise already authorized to work at this position for the duration of the appointment, with an explanation if this last category is indicated.

Long-listed candidates are scheduled to be interviewed online in early June. In-person interviews for short-listed candidates will be scheduled in July. The anticipated start date is September 1, 2026.

Only complete applications will be considered. The review of applications will begin on May 14, 2026. Applications received after this date will not be considered.

About Saskatoon
Saskatoon is situated along the banks of the South Saskatchewan River, on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. Saskatoon is a vibrant, livable city known for its natural beauty, friendly community, and diverse cultural and leisure offerings. It is the largest city in Saskatchewan and located on the South Saskatchewan River. Although Saskatoon is the largest urban centre in the province with a population of over 300,000 its residents enjoy short commute times and some of the lowest apartment rental and housing prices in the country. There are 74 distinct First Nations communities in Saskatchewan, and five linguistic groups: Cree, Dakota, Dene (Chipewyan), Nakota (Assiniboine) and Saulteaux. The Métis Nation – Saskatchewan, comprises 12 regions and approximately 130 locals.

About the University of Saskatchewan
The University of Saskatchewan is one of the top research-intensive, medical doctoral universities in Canada, and is home to world-leading research in areas of global importance, such as water and food security and infectious diseases. USask has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research, and scholarly activities and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to a student population of over 25,000. The University of Saskatchewan includes over 3,400 self-declared Indigenous Métis, First Nations, and Inuit students and 11 programs with an Indigenous focus. The campus is home to the Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre, an intercultural gathering place that brings together the teachings, traditions and cultures of the peoples of Saskatchewan that offers personal, social, cultural and academic support to Métis, First Nations and Inuit students.

About the University Library
As one of Canada’s leading research libraries, the University Library serves as the intellectual hub of USask, providing resources, services, and spaces that facilitate inquiry, discovery, and knowledge creation. Our Strategic Framework focuses on building scholars and decolonizing the library. The University Library is committed to developing welcoming, responsive, and accessible services and resources to support our diverse clientele, with a strategic focus on Indigenous peoples.

The University Library has a robust digital library and is physically distributed across six locations on campus to support the learning, teaching, and research communities. We are structured in four functional divisions: Collections and Discovery, Learning and Curriculum Support, Research Support Services, University Archives and Special Collections. For more information, visit the University Library website.

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The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and is proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous Peoples to reflect the community we serve. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Only Indigenous candidates will be considered for this position. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship with documentation is a condition of employment and a requirement to hold this position and the successful candidate must maintain those conditions throughout their employment.

The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: EDI Framework for Action.

The University of Saskatchewan provides an accessible and inclusive workplace. Should you require support through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources for assistance.

Required languages: English

Education level: MLIS

Required skills: See job description

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