For online notice of vacancy, see: 
http://www.lib.washington.edu/about/employment/

NOTICE OF VACANCY

December 1, 2010


TITLE: Reference & Instruction Librarian

LOCATION: University of Washington Bothell and Cascadia Community 
College Campus Library

TWO positions available


The University of Washington Libraries seeks two creative and energetic 
librarians to participate in a collaborative team at the University of 
Washington Bothell and Cascadia Community College Campus Library. The 
successful candidates will be committed to providing a range of services 
at a growing institution, including, but not limited to, instruction and 
reference services.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under the general direction of the Head of Reference Services, and in 
consultation with the Head of Instruction Services, provides reference 
service and information literacy instruction to the students, faculty 
and staff of Cascadia Community College and the University of Washington 
Bothell. These individuals will partner with colleagues within the 
Library and the campus to integrate information literacy learning 
objectives into the curricula of both institutions. The successful 
candidates will join a team of librarians, faculty and academic support 
staff committed to innovation in teaching and learning.

The Reference & Instruction Librarian will serve as a liaison to 
undergraduate and graduate faculty and students in subject areas within 
the humanities, social sciences, and/or sciences, to be determined based 
on experience and current needs of the unit.

General responsibilities include cultivating and sustaining 
collaborative relationships with faculty, students and staff in support 
of campus teaching and learning. Given the sustained growth and 
interdisciplinary nature of the curricula at both institutions, this 
requires active and ongoing collaboration among librarians across all 
subjects and levels. Some evening and weekend reference and instruction 
work will be required.

Teaching: Will partner with colleagues within the Library and campus to 
develop and deliver in-person and online instruction that integrates 
information literacy into the curricula of both institutions.

Collection Development: Will work closely with faculty and librarians 
within their liaison areas to develop print and electronic 
curriculum-focused collections, whose development is informed by the 
larger research collections across the UW Libraries and regional consortia.

Reference: Responsibilities include providing reference services in the 
Library’s Information Commons and online through the UW Libraries’ email 
and chat reference services.

Professional Development and Service: Librarians are expected to play an 
active role in planning for the continued expansion of UW Bothell and 
Cascadia, and to take responsibility for his/her professional 
development in pursuit of promotion and continuing appointment.

CAMPUS AND LIBRARY:
The University of Washington Libraries serves the students, faculty and 
staff of Cascadia Community College and the University of Washington 
Bothell at their collocated campus in Bothell, located 18 miles north of 
downtown Seattle. Cascadia's degrees include an Associate in Integrated 
Studies (AIS), an Associate in Science (AS) and an Associate in Applied 
Science (AAS). More information on the college and its programs can be 
found at http://www.cascadia.edu. UW Bothell currently offers programs 
in Business, Computing and Software Systems, Education, 
Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, Science and Technology, and 
Nursing. UW Bothell’s off-site degrees currently include programs in 
Nursing and Business; Cascadia Community College offers a wide spectrum 
of online and hybrid classes. Librarians collaborate frequently with UW 
Bothell Academic Services staff from Information Technologies (including 
Learning Technologies), the Quantitative Skills Center, Teaching and 
Learning Center, and the Writing Center. More information on UW Bothell 
and its programs can be found at http://www.uwb.edu.

More information about the Campus Library can be found at 
http://library.uwb.edu

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
* Graduate degree from a program accredited by the American Library 
Association or an equivalent graduate library science/information 
studies degree.
* Demonstrated commitment to diversity and understanding of the 
contributions a diverse workforce brings to the workplace.

Preferred:
1. Experience or demonstrated knowledge in the provision of instruction 
services in a community college or university setting is highly 
desirable. Familiarity with information literacy and instructional 
technology concepts, trends, pedagogies, and assessment.

2. Experience or demonstrated knowledge of current and emerging 
instructional technologies and online learning pedagogies in support of 
hybrid or distance instruction.

3. Experience or demonstrated knowledge in the provision of reference 
services to community college or university students. Strong user 
centered public service philosophy.

4. Applicants with knowledge of or experience with interdisciplinary 
studies are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates 
who have an interest in gaining experience and developing knowledge in a 
variety of disciplines.

5. Experience or demonstrated knowledge in working with students from 
diverse backgrounds, interests, and abilities who possess a wide range 
of educational goals.

6. Ability to work in a team environment where consultation, 
flexibility, creativity, collaboration and cooperation are essential. 
Commitment to continually seeking improvement in services, collections, 
and facilities.

7. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Anticipated Start Date: July 1, 2011.

SALARY: $42,600 minimum. Starting salary commensurate with 
qualifications and background.

BENEFITS: Librarians are academic personnel and participate in the 
University of Washington Retirement Plan (TIAA-CREF, The Vanguard Group, 
and/or Fidelity Investments) on a matching basis. Vacation is accrued at 
the rate of 24 working days per year; sick leave at the rate of 12 
working days per year. Excellent medical, dental and life insurance 
plans. No state or local income tax.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
To apply for this position, please submit the following information to 
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* Cover letter (addressed to Charles Chamberlin, Senior Associate Dean 
of University Libraries)
* Curriculum vitae or resume
(include a telephone number, mailing address, email address and salary 
requirements)
* Teaching Statement: Applicants are also to provide a separate 
statement of no more than one page addressing their general teaching 
philosophy and commitment to teaching information literacy.
* List of three references who are knowledgeable of your qualifications 
for this position
(include telephone numbers, mailing addresses, and email addresses)
Please use "Librarian Application" in the subject heading.
PDF format is preferred (MS Word and text will also be accepted). If 
possible, please submit all four components in a single, multi-page pdf 
document. All submissions will be maintained in a secure, password 
protected online file space.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
To ensure consideration, applications should be received no later than 
5:00 p.m., Friday, January 14, 2011.

University of Washington Libraries home page is 
http://www.lib.washington.edu.

The University of Washington, an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative 
Action Employer, is building a culturally diverse staff and strongly 
encourages applications from female and minority candidates.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the 
University is required to verify and document the citizenship or 
employment authorization of each new employee.