1. [sla-csap] FW: [sla-dmil] Information Professional Opportunites in Arlington, VA (DARPA)
2. [LIBJOBS] Qatar - Doha -
Instruction & Reference Librarian
3. [TLA] Materials Management Library Administrator Position@Nashville Public Library
Instruction
& Reference Librarian
Carnegie
Mellon University invites applications for a
full-time Instruction & Reference Librarian at its Qatar campus in
Doha,
Qatar, http://www.qatar.cmu.edu/.
This
is a twelve-month, non tenure track appointment
(http://www.cmu.edu/policies/documents/Librarian.html).
Term of the initial
appointment is three years.
Under the
direction of the Director of the CMU-Q Library,
the Instruction & Reference Librarian will provide leadership in the
planning, design and provision of library instructional and reference
services.
The Instruction & Reference Librarian will have primary
responsibility for
delivering library/information literacy instruction through a variety of
courses and projects to students enrolled in undergraduate courses.
The incumbent
will work jointly with the Information
Literacy committee to advance the ongoing development of the information
literacy initiative, to determine appropriate ways to implement
information
literacy in the curriculum with a focus on the Business Administration,
Computer Science and Information Systems majors, and to develop
strategies and
tools to assess information literacy skills.
The other
major assignment of this position is to provide
reference services and research assistance to all levels of library
users in
the social sciences, humanities, business, computer science and
information
systems. Reference services will combine by-appointment, drop-in hours
and
virtual consultations. Evening or weekend hours may be required. The
incumbent
may be assigned faculty liaison responsibilities in order to promote and
support collection development, user education, library instruction and
subject-specific research.
Other
responsibilities include ongoing work on an archive
at the CMU-Q campus and the supervision and training of library student
assistants. The Instruction & Reference Librarian is expected to
participate in professional development activities and may serve in
library or
institutional committees as elected or assigned.
The successful
individual in this position will be
innovative, flexible and able to work well independently and
collaboratively.
Essential to this position are a strong commitment to public service and
to
teaching, outstanding verbal and written communication skills in
English,
including public presentation skills. Fluency in interacting with
students,
faculty and staff with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and learning
styles is
essential.
Required Qualifications:
· ALA-accredited MLS or ALA-recognized international
equivalent
· Three to five years experience in an academic
setting with
at least 2 years of active library instruction or reference experience
· Demonstrated experience with instructional and
reference
services to undergraduate students
· Ability to provide innovative and effective
instructional
services
· Sound knowledge of electronic information
resources and
information technologies
· Knowledge and understanding of ACRL Information
Literacy
Competency Standards for Higher Education
· Awareness of trends in information literacy
practices,
learning theory and emerging technologies in the field of library
instruction
· Ability to work positively with diverse
constituencies in
an environment of rapid change
· Outstanding communication, presentation and
interpersonal
skills
· Ability to plan, implement, meet deadlines and to
juggle
multiple tasks and priorities.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Successful experience in the design and implementation of instructional programs
· Ability to apply knowledge and technology to face-to-face and online instruction
· Expertise in formal assessment of Information Literacy learning outcomes
· Knowledge of archival practices
· Second degree or coursework in a related discipline
This is a Library Faculty position at the Librarian rank with a comprehensive benefits package. Salary range: $40,000 to $50,000 (plus 25% foreign assignment incentive) depending on qualifications and experience. The University will provide housing accommodations and allowances, such as foreign station allowance, transportation, home country maintenance, home leave and relocation expenses. In addition, the University provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD and education benefits. Anticipated start date is October 1, 2010.
Employment eligibility verification and background check required before hire.
Email your application letter referencing job Q1-10 in subject line, resume, and names and contact information for three professional references to:
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We encourage applications from people of different races, genders, ethnicities and physical abilities, and strive to create an environment of inclusion.
------------------------------------- METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE & DAVIDSON COUNTY
Department of Human Resources
Invites Applications For The Position Of:
10082E - Library Administrator – Materials Management
Must Apply on line at: www.nashville.gov
Open Competitive
Job Announcement
SALARY: $71,142 –
$80,627
ISSUE DATE: 4/30/2010
FINAL FILING DATE: 5/14/2010
Position Description: Performs administrative and managerial duties involved in overseeing Materials Management for the library system including collection development, materials acquisition, cataloging, Inter library loan, and materials delivery.
Major Job Responsibilities
Minimum Requirements: Master's Degree in Library Science from an accredited college or university and six (6) years of professional library experience, including three (3) years of experience managing and directing the work of a library branch or department. The Library Science program must be accredited by the American Library Association or the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. Valid “Class D” driver’s license
Preferred Knowledge/Abilities/Experience:
Knowledge of managerial and administrative theories and practices
Knowledge of public library collection development
Ability to formulate and administer budgets
Ability to study and apply future technology trends to library setting
Ability to plan, organize and supervise library services
Ability to develop system wide policies and procedures for library services
Ability to make effective public presentations
Ability to work with a variety of community organizations
**An Incomplete
application or missing documents may result in disqualification.**
Fill in complete work history, do not attach resume in lieu of requested
information.
To view entire job announcement, go to: http://www.nashville.gov/hr_benefits/jobs/employment_center.htm
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