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Clarion University of Pennsylvania College of Education and Human Services Department of Library Science www.clarion.edu/libsci The Department of Library Science at Clarion University of Pennsylvania invites applications for a tenure-track position beginning August 2010. The successful applicant will be expected to teach in the department’s ALA-accredited graduate program, which is offered on campus and at distance sites via a combination of on-site teaching and the World Wide Web. The department offers a fully Web-based MSLS, with new students starting each January and August and has a growing undergraduate program offered both on campus and via the World Wide Web. The successful applicant will be expected to teach in each of the above programs and formats. Further, the successful candidate will be expected to teach in the school library media area of the curriculum and in at least one of the core areas of the curriculum (i.e., introduction to the profession, cataloging and classification, collection development, reference, management of libraries and one or more of the elective areas offered by the department (see department Web page [www.clarion.edu/libsci] for full listing of elective courses). Minimum qualifications include an ALA-accredited MLS plus an earned doctorate in library science or other appropriate academic discipline, e.g., education, history, etc. School Library Media Certification required. A valid driver’s license and willingness to undertake extensive teaching-related travel are also required. The completion of a successful interview is required. Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification and criminal background check. Successful completion of an online training course is a condition of employment. Applications must include: • Current vita; • Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended (unofficial transcripts are acceptable for review purposes); • Letter of application highlighting the applicant’s qualifications and teaching interests; • Names and contact information for three professional references who have current knowledge of the applicant's abilities as a teacher and/or librarian. Contact information should include business address, telephone numbers, and email addresses. Review of applications will begin March 11, 2010. The position will remain open until filled. Send all materials to: Dr. Linda L. Lillard, Chair Search Committee Department of Library Science Clarion University of Pennsylvania 840 Wood Street Clarion, PA 16214 Clarion University of Pennsylvania is building a diverse academic community and encourages people of color, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities to apply. AA/EOE ---------------------------------- Linda L. Lillard, Ph.D. Associate Professor Department of Library Science 205 Carlson Library Clarion University of Pennsylvania Clarion, PA 16214 Phone: 814-393-2383