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--- On Fri, 8/15/08, William Black <[log in to unmask]> wrote: From: William Black <[log in to unmask]> Subject: Job Announcement To: [log in to unmask] Date: Friday, August 15, 2008, 4:02 PM User Services Librarian - Reference/Instruction (#401160) Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, Tennessee Under general direction of the Coordinator for User Services and the Team Leader for Reference and Instructional Services, develop and/or promote resources and collections and provide reference services designed to meet the information needs of students and faculty of a culturally diverse university. Teach general library research classes to undergraduate and graduate students using two electronic classrooms. Assume leadership role in the development of instructional web pages, tutorials, and guides highlighting library services and collections. Serve as a subject liaison for developing resources and collections. Build strategic partnerships with faculty, staff, and students in relevant diversity programs and campus constituencies Provide general and specialized reference service in person, via email, and through reference IM, including one partial Sunday per month plus some evening hours. Participate in other Reference and Instructional Services programs and projects, such as Research Coach (individual reference appointments) and Reference by Appointment. Serve as a member of the Reference and Instructional Services Team. Select resources in the reference collections and assist faculty in selecting resources for the general collection that support diversity and cultural studies programs. Qualifications: ALA accredited Masters degree. Two years reference and/or instruction experience. Ability to work creatively and effectively in a team environment to enhance library programs and services, to work well with students, faculty, and staff, to quickly learn new technologies and skills, and to meet promotion and tenure requirements which require scholarly activity and service. Ability to create web pages, online tutorials, and guides using relevant applications (e.g. HTML, Dreamweaver, Word). Knowledge of current trends in information literacy. Must demonstrate an understanding of diversity issues. Must also possess a strong commitment to high quality customer service, and excellent teaching, training, communication, and organizational skills. Status, Salary and Benefits: Highly competitive salary. Academic rank commensurate with qualifications. Generous benefits include fully-paid State or TIAA/CREF retirement, 24 days annual leave, 12 days sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Twelve month appointment with faculty rank and status.. Application Procedure: All applications must be submitted online at mtsujobs.mtsu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52947 . Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment will be required prior to appointment. Official transcripts (not issued to student) of all college degrees and three letters of recommendation specific to the position will be required of all finalists.__ Environment: Middle Tennessee State University is a Carnegie Doctoral Research Intensive University of 23,000 students located 30 miles southeast of Nashville. Middle Tennessee State University is a dynamic institution with a commitment to diversity, valuing excellent teaching and fostering initiatives in research and public service. The university library lies at the heart of the MTSU educational experience. Murfreesboro offers a rich cultural and recreational life and easy access to a variety of attractions within the state and region. Cleary Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at http://police.mtsu.edu/crime_statistics.htm For web-based information about the Library and the Murfreesboro area, please see: http://library.mtsu.edu http://www.murfreesborotn.gov http://www.nashvillecvb.com MTSU, a culturally diverse university, is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educational institution and employer. Women, ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. As a key element of student education and faculty research, the library serves at the forefront of service and fully supports the commitment to a diverse campus environment. See the Background Statement on Diversity and Excellence at http://library.mtsu.edu/administration/diversity. --- You are currently subscribed to sla-csap as: [log in to unmask] To unsubscribe click here: http://sla.lyris.net/u?id=16301.8576d5a526fe75112fee46cc3a77e927&n=T&l=s la-csap&o=6519069 or send a blank email to [log in to unmask]