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Distance Learning/Mechanical Engineering Librarian -- Georgia Institute
of Technology -- Georgia
Library: Distance Learning/Mechnical Engineering Librarian. The
Georgia Tech Library and Information Center invites applications for an
energetic, flexible, and innovative professional to join the Information
Services Department delivering user-centered library services to the
academic community. The Georgia Institute of Technology is a top tier
university and has several nationally recognized programs in science and
engineering. The Georgia Tech Library and Information Center
(http://www.library.gatech.edu) is a member of the Association of Research
Libraries, and was awarded the 2007 Association of College and Research
Libraries' Excellence in Academic Libraries Award. Responsibilities:
The Distance Learning/Mechanical Engineering Librarian proactively and
responsively coordinates, delivers, and promotes a full range of distance
learning library services. Builds partnerships with the distance learning
academic community. Collaborates with colleagues to facilitate access to
services and resources and to develop and deliver curriculum-integrated
instruction in multiple delivery formats. Evaluates service delivery on
an ongoing basis. Provides outreach services for faculty and students in
the School of Mechanical Engineering. Develops and delivers
curriculum-integrated instruction, is responsible for collection
development and liaison activities, and delivers information services in
an Information Commons. Some travel is required. Some evening and
weekend hours are required. Qualifications. Required: ALA accredited
MLS. Candidates should have a strong commitment to outreach service;
effective communication and presentation skills; ability to work
independently and as a team member, and to assess and shift priorities in
a demanding and rapidly changing environment. Preferred: Academic
background and/or experience delivering information services in
engineering; demonstrated leadership abilities; familiarity with the
principles and services of distance learning. Salary and Benefits:
Salary is competitive and based on qualifications and experience. The
minimum salary for this position is $42,000. Librarians are members of
the General Faculty and are non-tenured. Georgia Tech offers a
comprehensive benefits package, which includes 21 days' vacation, 12 paid
holidays, 12 days' sick leave, health/dental insurance options, and
retirement options including TIAA/CREF. Relocation allowance
supported by the Price Gilbert, Jr. Charitable Fund. Visit the Georgia
Tech Human Resources page to view the benefits package. Application
Process: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and will be
accepted until the position is filled. Employment is contingent on proof
of the legal right to work in the United States. Send letter of
application, resume, and names, addresses, phone numbers and e-mail
addresses of 5 references to: Sharon Baines, SPHR, HR Officer, Library
and Information Center, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, Georgia
30332-0900. An Equal Employment Opportunity Institution.
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