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INSTRUCTION LIBRARIAN GARDNER-WEBB UNIVERSITY seeks an Instruction Librarian to deliver group bibliographic instruction to students and faculty based at the main campus and remote centers; to create web tutorials and implement new technology for user education; to share reference desk service with other library faculty; and to participate in long-range planning. Reports to the Associate Dean of Libraries. Includes some in-state travel. Serves as a member of the GWU faculty, with attendant committee and other responsibilities. SALARY: Dependent upon experience and qualifications. SETTING: Dover Memorial Library has a staff of 14.5 (5 professionals, 2 paraprofessionals, 7.5 support staff) and more than 800,000 items, including 200,000+ book volumes. During the regular semester, we are open 85 hours per week.Gardner-Webb is SACS-accredited and coeducational, offering liberal arts and pre-professional programs. A thriving university, GWU fosters friendliness and a sense of community. The fall 2006 combined enrollment for our graduate and undergraduate programs was ca. 4,000. Gardner-Webb University is a private institution related to the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina and employs individuals who participate in and wholeheartedly support a Christian value system. Beginning August 2007, Gardner-Webb will be a 100% tobacco-free campus. Our web page is located at http://www.library.gardner-webb.edu. QUALIFICATIONS: Must have an ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent. Must relate well to students and faculty, have a clear speaking voice and be able to effectively deliver information. Position requires a flexible, service-oriented individual with organizational skills, initiative, and a sense of collegiality. Excellent oral and written communication skills mandatory. Previous library experience strongly preferred. APPLICATIONS: Send cover letter, resume, transcripts, and contact information for three references to: Mary Roby, Associate Dean of Libraries, Gardner-Webb University Library, P.O. Box 836, Boiling Springs, NC 28017. Inquiries regarding this position may be directed via email to: [log in to unmask] Review of applications will begin in April, 2007 with the expectation of filling the position by July 1, 2007 or as soon thereafter as possible.