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From: William Black <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: Job Announcement
To: [log in to unmask]
Date: Friday, August 15, 2008, 4:02 PM

User Services Librarian - Reference/Instruction (#401160)

Middle Tennessee State University

Murfreesboro, Tennessee


Under general direction of the Coordinator for User Services and the 
Team Leader for Reference and Instructional Services, develop and/or 
promote resources and collections and provide reference services 
designed to meet the information needs of students and faculty of a 
culturally diverse university.


Teach general library research classes to undergraduate and graduate 
students using two electronic classrooms.

Assume leadership role in the development of instructional web pages, 
tutorials, and guides highlighting library services and collections.

Serve as a subject liaison for developing resources and collections.

Build strategic partnerships with faculty, staff, and students in 
relevant diversity programs and campus constituencies

Provide general and specialized reference service in person, via email, 
and through reference IM, including one partial Sunday per month plus 
some evening hours.

Participate in other Reference and Instructional Services programs and 
projects, such as Research Coach (individual reference appointments) and

Reference by Appointment.

Serve as a member of the Reference and Instructional Services Team.

Select resources in the reference collections and assist faculty in 
selecting resources for the general collection that support diversity 
and cultural studies programs.



Qualifications: ALA accredited Masters degree. Two years reference 
and/or instruction experience. Ability to work creatively and 
effectively in a team environment to enhance library programs and 
services, to work well with students, faculty, and staff, to quickly 
learn new technologies and skills, and to meet promotion and tenure 
requirements which require scholarly activity and service. Ability to 
create web pages, online tutorials, and guides using relevant 
applications (e.g. HTML, Dreamweaver, Word). Knowledge of current trends

in information literacy. Must demonstrate an understanding of diversity 
issues. Must also possess a strong commitment to high quality customer 
service, and excellent teaching, training, communication, and 
organizational skills.


Status, Salary and Benefits: Highly competitive salary. Academic rank 
commensurate with qualifications. Generous benefits include fully-paid 
State or TIAA/CREF retirement, 24 days annual leave, 12 days sick leave,

and 13 paid holidays. Twelve month appointment with faculty rank and
status..


Application Procedure: All applications must be submitted online at 
mtsujobs.mtsu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52947 . Review of 
applications will continue until the position is filled. Proof of U.S. 
citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment will be required prior to

appointment. Official transcripts (not issued to student) of all college

degrees and three letters of recommendation specific to the position 
will be required of all finalists.__


Environment: Middle Tennessee State University is a Carnegie Doctoral 
Research Intensive University of 23,000 students located 30 miles 
southeast of Nashville. Middle Tennessee State University is a dynamic 
institution with a commitment to diversity, valuing excellent teaching 
and fostering initiatives in research and public service. The university

library lies at the heart of the MTSU educational experience. 
Murfreesboro offers a rich cultural and recreational life and easy 
access to a variety of attractions within the state and region. Cleary 
Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at 
http://police.mtsu.edu/crime_statistics.htm


For web-based information about the Library and the Murfreesboro area, 
please see:

http://library.mtsu.edu

http://www.murfreesborotn.gov

http://www.nashvillecvb.com


MTSU, a culturally diverse university, is an equal opportunity, 
affirmative action educational institution and employer. Women, ethnic 
minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. As a 
key element of student education and faculty research, the library 
serves at the forefront of service and fully supports the commitment to 
a diverse campus environment.


See the Background Statement on Diversity and Excellence at 
http://library.mtsu.edu/administration/diversity.

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