REFERENCE LIBRARIAN (Lawrence V. Johnson Library)                                                        10-425

POSITION SUMMARY

L.V. Johnson Library seeks an innovative, flexible and energetic Reference Librarian with a commitment to students. This 12-month, full-time position holds faculty status (non tenure track) as part of the core of instruction. It participates in the Reference Department’s daily operations; prepares bibliographies; delivers/teaches the newest trends in electronic access to information; and assists in managing outreach services. It assists in development and maintenance of the print reference collection. Also, assists in the selection and de-selection of online reference databases.

This entry level position is accountable to the Head of Reference. The Library operates under the Vice President for Academic Affairs. Ex Libris/Voyager; GIL and GALILEO database systems are utilized. For Johnson Library information, please visit online: http://www.spsu.edu/library/Info/

QUALIFICATIONS

A Masters' Degree in Library and Information Studies from an ALA accredited Library program is required. Holding a second Masters' or higher degree is an asset to the position and the University. Must have some experience in a library-related position. Entry level librarians with an interest in Reference are encouraged to apply. The position requires skill in preparing instructional content, teaching in the Bibliographic Instruction program; research skills for consultations with patrons using technology; ability to provide reference services; ability to supervise other employees; and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

If selected as a finalist, the candidate will be invited for an on-site interview and should bring a Power Point presentation to demonstrate their teaching style, knowledge, and use of academic databases.

SALARY: Commensurate with experience. For details of SPSU benefits, point your browser to: http://www.spsu.edu/hr/benefits.html

APPLICATION PROCESS:

To apply, please send a cover letter of interest, current resume, original transcript for the Masters’ degree in Library and Information Studies and complete contact information for your three professional references. Submit packet either electronically to: [log in to unmask] or post it to: Mr. Aaron Wimer, Head, Search Committee - L.V. Johnson Library – Southern Polytechnic State University – 1100 S. Marietta Parkway – Marietta, Georgia 30060–2896. Mailed applications must be postmarked no later than Friday, May 28, 2010. Anticipated placement date is September 1, 2010.

Southern Polytechnic State University, a member of the University System of Georgia, is a residential university with approximately 5,187 students pursuing bachelors and masters degrees in many of the nation’s fastest growing technology fields. The university, located one mile west of 1-75’s Exit 263, is just 20 minutes northwest of downtown Atlanta. Southern Polytechnic is an EOE/ADA/AA Employer v University System of Georgia.

Posted: April 20, 2010

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