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UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE LIBRARIES FACULTY VACANCY Position: Instructional Services Librarian for Undergraduate Programs Reports to: Head, Integrated User Services Appointment Rank: Assistant Professor Salary: $44,000 Available: July 1, 2010 The University of Tennessee (UT) Libraries invites applications for the position of Instructional Services Librarian for Undergraduate Programs. The successful candidate will join a team of librarians in the Integrated User Services (IUS) Department. We are seeking an instruction librarian who has a demonstrated commitment to teaching and guiding undergraduate students using various pedagogies and innovative technologies. The Integrated User Services department consists of: § Library Commons services as part of The Commons–a collaboration of the Libraries and the Office of Information Technology § The Studio–a media production lab and consultation service § Instructional services § Media collections and services § Circulation services and course reserves This department provides undergraduate student programming, classroom support, leadership involving emerging technologies and instructional support for general education and student success. Position Description: The Instructional Services Librarian for Undergraduate Programs provides vision in the design and implementation of library instruction programs that are integrated into the basic skills general education curriculum and other lower division courses of study. The librarian works closely with faculty and undergraduate course instructors to explore new ways to achieve desirable learning outcomes. Works in conjunction with the Instructional Technology Librarian, campus IT staff, and library faculty and staff to incorporate and apply technology to classroom instruction. Collaborates with other librarians on instructional design related to undergraduate programs. Joins all Commons staff to provide the highest quality information and user education programs. Includes supervisory responsibility for one graduate assistant. Required Qualifications: ALA accredited master’s degree. Demonstrated teaching experience which may include instruction-related internships and graduate assistantships, classroom teaching, and library or other instruction. An understanding of and commitment to the philosophy behind the continuing evolution of a learning commons. Awareness of current trends in information literacy and evaluation as well as an understanding of learning theory and its integration into successful instructional technologies. Experience using web technologies and knowledge of how they may be used in undergraduate instruction. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to articulate the place of the library in the higher education curriculum and to interact with faculty in a diplomatic and positive manner. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment accompanied by initiative, self-direction, and commitment to innovation, creativity, and excellence. Commitment to research and creative achievement in a tenure-track faculty position. Preferred Qualifications: Supervisory experience. Environment: The University of Tennessee is the state’s flagship institution of higher education, offering comprehensive programs of undergraduate, graduate, and professional education; research; and public service throughout the state. The University of Tennessee Libraries, with an annual budget of more than $16 million, employs over three hundred persons, including 40 librarians. UT Libraries is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, SOLINET, and the Center for Research Libraries. Additional information about this position and the UT community is available at http://www.lib.utk.edu/lss/lpp/instservundergrad.html Salary and Benefits: Appointment at rank of Assistant Professor at a salary of $44,000. Faculty rank and status; twelve-month, tenure-track appointment. Library faculty must meet University requirements for promotion and tenure. Excellent benefits include 24 annual leave days; choice of state retirement plan or TIAA/CREF with nonrefundable contributions paid for the employee by the University; optional group health and life insurance plans. Tuition remission is available for all university employees; partial undergraduate tuition remission is available to dependent children and spouses of UT employees. Review of applications will begin June 7, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled. Send cover letter addressing the above qualifications, a current resume, and the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three recent references to: Elizabeth Greene, Library Personnel & Procurement, 1015 Volunteer Blvd., Knoxville, TN 37996-1000. Application materials may be sent via email attachment to <mailto:[log in to unmask]> [log in to unmask] Qualified Spring 2010 graduates are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status. Eligibility and other terms and conditions of employment benefits at The University of Tennessee are governed by laws and regulations of the State of Tennessee, and this non-discrimination statement is intended to be consistent with those laws and regulations. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, The University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the University. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), ADA (disability), Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity (OED), 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone (865) 974-2498 (V/TTY available) or 974-2440. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity.