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-------- Original Message -------- Subject: Job Posting: Instruction Coordinator, VCU Libraries, Richmond, Virginia Date: Mon, 26 Mar 2007 10:59:30 -0400 From: Mary Ellen Spencer <[log in to unmask]> Reply-To: [log in to unmask] To: University Libraries List <[log in to unmask]> Position: Instruction Coordinator Virginia Commonwealth University The VCU Libraries invites applications and nominations for the position of Instruction Coordinator in the Research and Instructional Services Department. VCU Libraries seeks a creative, energetic, and highly collaborative librarian to advance an ambitious program of instruction for the Monroe Park Campus. The incumbent will work with librarians and staff in the recently expanded and reorganized Research and Instructional Services Department to develop an integrated suite of Web-based tutorials, workshops, and classroom programs that teach research skills, promote information literacy, and enhance the student experience at VCU. The successful candidate will join a culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber. Responsibilities Reporting to the Head of Research and Instructional Services at the James Branch Cabell Library, the Instruction Coordinator will lead the design and assessment of instructional services and coordinate the teaching activities of the department’s eight reference librarians and five classified staff. He or she will develop creative, traditional, and technological strategies to deliver library instruction and will work to integrate library collections and services into course management software; identify best practices and standards of excellence for teaching; advise instructors of emerging trends; and provide training and continuing education to library instructors. The Instruction Coordinator will partner with the Undergraduate Services Librarian to develop instructional services for undergraduates, including those enrolled in the University and Honors Colleges, and collaborate with departmental liaison librarians to develop instructional services for academic departments. He or she also manages and develops library teaching facilities, including the Library Instruction Classroom, and participates in providing reference services, including some evenings and weekends. He or she will supervise one full-time classified staff position and one or more student or hourly workers. The Instruction Coordinator is expected to be active professionally and to contribute to developments in the field. Faculty with the VCU Libraries are evaluated, and promoted, on the basis of job performance, scholarship, and professional development and service. Qualifications Required: ALA-accredited graduate or equivalent accredited degree in a related academic discipline such as Education. Three or more years of professional experience in designing, delivering, and assessing instructional services, including classroom instruction and developing course content. Preferred: Understanding of learning theory and pedagogy. Demonstrated success in effectively applying technology to instructional services. Significant experience with Web authoring tools, multimedia, and other instructional technologies. Demonstrated commitment to teaching and student learning. Ability to formulate and articulate a vision for instructional services. Preference for collaboration and group work. Ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities under pressure. Academic library reference experience. Strong service orientation. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Experience working in a culturally diverse environment highly preferred. Salary: $50,000 minimum annually. This is a full-time, non-tenured faculty position. Normal faculty benefits apply, including 24 vacation days annually and choice of retirement and annuity plans. For more information about benefits, see http://www.hr.vcu.edu/benefits/. For a complete position description, please visit: http://www.library.vcu.edu/cfapps/jobs.cfm. For more information about the VCU Libraries, please visit our home page at http://www.library.vcu.edu/. Review of applications will begin April 30, and will continue until the position is filled. Submit cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: Kathleen McColgan Personnel Administrator VCU Libraries, Virginia Commonwealth University 901 Park Avenue PO Box 842033 Richmond, VA 23284-2033 804-828-2730 804-828-0151 (fax) [log in to unmask] Virginia Commonwealth University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. -- Mary Ellen Spencer Head, Research and Instructional Services James Branch Cabell Library, VCU Libraries Richmond, VA 23284-2033 804.828.2729 www.library.vcu.edu