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INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES LIBRARIAN/LECTURER Randall Library, UNCW. The University of North Carolina Wilmington is a member institution of the University of North Carolina, and is nationally recognized for its marine sciences teaching and research programs, and for its strengths in arts and sciences, business, education, and nursing. The University is situated on a beautiful arboretum campus located in an historic port city within five miles of the Atlantic Ocean. The University currently enrolls approximately 12,200 students. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This entry-level position is an opportunity for a knowledgeable and energetic librarian with a strong commitment to service to participate in instruction, reference and outreach services. The successful candidate will teach credit based undergraduate library courses and participate in course related instructional services in a variety of academic disciplines. Developing related web based materials is a major activity of this position. A willingness and ability to promote information literacy, library resources and services to faculty, students and other groups is a must. The duties of the position also include active participation in all reference functions, including evening and weekend reference service. The collaborative nature of the position requires a willingness to work in teams. Collection development and active participation in the development of library services are also required. Library faculty at UNCW engage in scholarship resulting in publication, conference presentation and other evidence of scholarly efforts. Reports to the Associate University Librarian for Public Services. REQUIREMENTS: MLS/MILS degree from an ALA accredited program. Must have demonstrated experience or coursework in library instruction. Must have excellent interpersonal, organizational, oral, and written communication skills and a strong service orientation. Must have proficiency in the use of both traditional library materials and electronic information resources and the ability to work effectively in a highly automated and rapidly changing team based environment. Experience with web page design is also required. Preferred qualifications include reference experience. SALARY & BENEFITS: Salary $36,000 or commensurate with labor market for this position. 11 month contract with faculty status (lecturer, nontenure track). Generous benefits package, including 22 days of vacation. To apply, please complete the online application process available on the Web at http://consensus.uncw.edu. A letter of application that includes a statement of service philosophy and a summary of research interests, complete resume, and contact information for three professional references should be addressed to Beth Roberts, Secretary for the Search Committee, and attached to the online application - not emailed or mailed. Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF attachments are specifically preferred. For questions regarding the online application process, contact Beth Roberts at (910) 9623270. Review of applications will begin October 20, 2006. Position is available January 2, 2007 (start date negotiable). Under North Carolina law, applications and related materials are confidential personnel documents and not subject to public release. Criminal background checks will be conducted on finalists prior to offers of employment. UNCW is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. http://library.uncw.edu/web/administrative/employment/InstructionalSrvLi bnadFall2006.pdf Anne Pemberton Instructional Services Coordinator William Madison Randall Library University of North Carolina Wilmington Phone: 910-962-7810 Fax: 910-962-3078 [log in to unmask] http://library.uncwil.edu/web/faculty/pembertona/ -- Joel Southern Communications Specialist School of Information Sciences University of Tennessee 1345 Circle Park Drive, Suite 451 Knoxville, TN 37996-0341 ______________ (865) 974-6727 jsouthern at utk dot edu www.sis.utk.edu