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2. [TLA LinkedIn] Online Services Librarian at University of Tennessee, Chattanooga – Chattanooga, TN
http://mls.umd.edu/2014/04/online-services-librarian-university-tennessee-chattanooga-chattanooga-tn/
The UTC Library seeks a motivated, creative, and user-focused professional to fill our new Online Services Librarian position at the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga (UTC). The librarian in this position will plan, develop, and implement online and distance education service initiatives that support UTC faculty and students and enhance usage of the Library’s research collections and services. This is a great opportunity for a professional interested in working in a busy, mid-sized academic library focused on providing user-centered services in a dynamic, transparent, and flexible environment.
Position Available:
July 1, 2014
Library Description:
UTC is in the final stages of preparation for the opening of a 5-story 180,000 square foot library with an expected move in date of December of 2014. The Library staff is comprised of 20 librarians and 11 staff members, has an annual budget of just over 3 million dollars, and collection holdings of more than 500,000 volumes, over 2,500 active journal subscriptions, 120 databases, and over 28,000 accessible online journals. The new Library will have a large information commons with 150+ public computers, 38 group study rooms, a media studio, 3 well-equipped library instruction classrooms, a cafe and a 24 hour study space. The Library delivers a comprehensive range of public services, including proactive outreach, instruction, and reference. Current projects include a website redesign, the development of an institutional repository and the upcoming grand opening of the new library.
Position Description
Reporting to the Head of Research and Public Services, the Online Services Librarian plays a leadership role in the development, planning, promotion, delivery, and evaluation of the Library’s online and distance education efforts. The librarian will structure the Library’s online and distance education program, serve as the Library’s point person for online service initiatives, foster a culture of flexible support for students and faculty, and communicate and coordinate with library colleagues to distribute information and ensure successful and sustainable support programs.
Responsibilities Include
- Coordinate, plan, develop, and implement online policies and services related to instruction and reference, such as teaching online workshops and classes, managing discussion boards, and developing web-based services, tutorials, portals, guides, etc.
- Coordinate, and participate in the planning, development, and implementation of other online services and policies (such as interlibrary loan and collection development).
- Provide information, support, and training to liaison librarians and instruction librarians as it relates to online and distance services and skill sets.
- Actively engage with non-library colleagues working in the online and distance education arena at UTC, such as faculty, instructional designers, and advisors.
- Experiment with emerging technologies and resources supportive of online and distance services.
- Work with library departments to support the gathering and reporting of appropriate statistics.
- Participate in the Library’s instruction program.
This position has regular reference desk work, collection development in assigned subject areas, committee assignments, a weekend reference desk rotation, and other library-wide efforts.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program.
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Minimum of one year of professional experience providing instructional services in person and online.
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Evidence of innovative teaching and proficiency with Web 2.0 and emerging instructional methods and technologies.
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Evidence of the ability to develop relevant and engaging instructional materials.
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Experience with course management software.
- Demonstrated experience as a successful project manager and the ability to organize, prioritize work, and manage time.
- Possess a positive attitude, be future-oriented, and embrace change.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
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Strong interpersonal skills evidenced by the ability to work cooperatively and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, faculty, staff and students.
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Strong customer service focus, a passion for the profession, and a deep commitment to service and outreach in an academic community.
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Preparation and commitment to conduct independent scholarship consistent with a tenure-track faculty appointment.
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Commitment to engage in ongoing professional development.
- UTC Librarians are expected to participate in library-wide and system-wide planning, University governance and service, and to be professionally active.
Desirable Qualifications
- Coursework or experience in instructional design
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Experience with collection development
- Second subject master’s degree
Salary
The minimum salary is $43,500, commensurate with experience.
Rank
This is a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track position with faculty status and academic rank. Appointment will be at the rank of Assistant or Associate professor.
Benefits Include
- 24 days vacation and 12 days sick leave per year
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11 paid holidays
- 80% of health/life insurance paid by the state
- Choice of retirement programs which are paid by the state and equivalent to approximately 10% of an individual’s annual salary
- Partial relocation reimbursement
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Professional development funding
- Tax program savings
Application Procedures
Interested applicants should submit the following to [log in to unmask]:
- A letter of application
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Vita
- Names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references including the professional relationship of reference and applicant
Review of applications begins on April 25, 2014 and continues until position is filled.
Additional Information
For information about UTC and the UTC Library please visit www.utc.edu andwww.utc.edu/library.
For information about Chattanooga, please visit www.chattanoogafun.org or www.chattanooga.gov.
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3. [LinkedIn] Program Director-Revenue Cycle Solutions IT, Nashville
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/12908765?trk=eml-jymbii-organic-job-title&refId=e662a3e0-9bdc-48d2-b876-ea05174908ff
Job description
•Manage all aspects of projects related to the development and maintenance of the systems and platforms that support Revenue Cycle Solutions.
•Manage all ongoing activities for the above.
•Manage all resources dedicated to projects.
•Provide detailed updates to all stakeholders.
•Ensure all delivery dates are met without a single default.
Detailed Description
•Deliverables Management: the Program Director shall manage all deliverables set forth in the contract and communicate status regularly to all stakeholders and clients.
•Financial Management: the Program Director shall manage the Budget (dollars and hours) across the program. Program management will report financial status on a regular basis and at other times as requested.
•Schedule Management: the Program Director shall review and understand project plans; ensure that project plans are being developed at a task and resource level and have been incorporated into the master project plan. Facilitate the creation of the master project plan. Communicate to the appropriate stakeholders any changes to the master project plan that will impact project deliverables or milestones (note, any changes to master project plan after baseline, must go through CCB for approval). Understand critical paths and communicate to any changes or issues within the program that may have an impact on the project plans and/or contractual obligations.
•Issue Management: the Program Director shall identify and document issues, and manage program-level issues.
•Performance Management: the program manager shall submit regular status updates to all stakeholders and clients.
•Quality Management: the Program Director shall enforce quality reviews, Identify and raise suggestions for improvement. Understand sponsor expectations and manage to them. Recognize teams and individuals (formally and informally) for exceptional contribution. Provide audit adherence to all corporate and contractual standards.
•Resource Management: the Program Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the resource management process. Emdeon managers are responsible for identifying and freeing up internal candidates. Staffing issues should be escalated to the Program Directors. Personnel issues should be escalated to Human Resources as required by Emdeon Business Services policy.
•Risk Management: the Program Director shall identify and document risks and manage program-level risks. They shall create mitigation and contingency plans, mitigate risks and execute contingency plans where necessary
•Client/ Contract Management: When required, work with Emdeon Legal to ensure proper legal review of client contracts. Manage the ongoing relationship with the client, including contract term compliance.
Job Requirements
•Have earned at least a BA/BS majoring in Accounting, Computer Science, Finance, Information Science, Business Management, or similar technical field. Masters/advanced degree preferred.
•10+ years experience in project management with experience managing large, high profile projects.
•Formal education in project management, preferably industry standard PMI methodology.
•PMI/PMP certification.
•Healthcare experience is highly desired.
•Demonstrated strong analytical and technical abilities and strong task management skills.
•Ability to manage multiple parallel tasks, assign and manage work activities, meet deadlines and develop and follow required project management reporting.
•Experience producing and delivering communications to the executive level and experience auditing projects, setting realistic expectations, summarizing results and producing management reports.
•Strong oral and written communication skills and strong attention to detail.
•Ability to work effectively independently and as a member of a team.
•Able to maintain a high degree of client and stakeholder satisfaction while also maintaining necessary project controls.
•Demonstrated ability to “think outside the box” while identifying problems and developing creative solutions.
•Expert at supervising and/or managing resources.
•Experience developing project plans, project estimation, scoping and business analysis.
•Extensive client facing experience and highly developed diplomacy.
•Must be proficient at contract management.
•Candidates must have the ability to move from strategy to tactical implementation while effectively communicating with various levels of management.
•Excellent written and communication skills.
•Experience with core PM tools including at minimum: Microsoft Project Server, Microsoft Project Professional, Microsoft SharePoint, Windows SharePoint Services, Microsoft Office Professional (Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, Access, etc.).
Desired Skills and Experience
•Have earned at least a BA/BS majoring in Accounting, Computer Science, Finance, Information Science, Business Management, or similar technical field. Masters/advanced degree preferred.
•15+ years experience in project management with experience managing large, high profile projects.
•Formal education in project management, preferably industry standard PMI methodology.
•PMI/PMP certification.
•Healthcare experience is highly desired.
•Demonstrated strong analytical and technical abilities and strong task management skills.
•Ability to manage multiple parallel tasks, assign and manage work activities, meet deadlines and develop and follow required project management reporting.
•Experience producing and delivering communications to the executive level and experience auditing projects, setting realistic expectations, summarizing results and producing management reports.
•Strong oral and written communication skills and strong attention to detail.
•Ability to work effectively independently and as a member of a team.
•Able to maintain a high degree of client and stakeholder satisfaction while also maintaining necessary project controls.
•Demonstrated ability to “think outside the box” while identifying problems and developing creative solutions.
•Expert at supervising and/or managing resources.
•Experience developing project plans, project estimation, scoping and business analysis.
•Extensive client facing experience and highly developed diplomacy.
•Must be proficient at contract management.
•Candidates must have the ability to move from strategy to tactical implementation while effectively communicating with various levels of management.
•Excellent written and communication skills.
•Experience with core PM tools including at minimum: Microsoft Project Server, Microsoft Project Professional, Microsoft SharePoint, Windows SharePoint Services, Microsoft Office Professional (Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, Access, etc.).
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4. [LibraryJobline] Library Development Officer
http://www.libraryjobline.org/job/3744/Library-Development-Officer?ref=email
 Apply by April 18th, 2014  $45,000.00 to $70,000.00 per year  Public
The Development Officer supports the activities of the Library Foundation Board. Reporting to and in partnership with the Library Director, the Development Officer leads development efforts as the library continues to gather resources, learn about its stakeholders, and grow. PRIMARY DUTIES: Donor Relations & Fundraising (60%) Create a case for support: Coordinate with staff to identify needs, develop projects and build awareness for funding. Cultivate individual donor relationships with the Library District/Foundation through personal visits, correspondence, prospect and..
-------------------------------------------------- 5. [TLA LinkedIn] Library Faculty, User Services Librarian-Reference/Instruction
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| Application Due: | Open Until Filled |
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Full-Time twelve month, tenure-track, Assistant/Associate Professor (401510) rank. Available as soon as the position is filled. Under general direction of the Head of User Services and the Team Leader for Reference and Instruction Services, the successful candidate will provide research assistance to users at Middle Tennessee State University's (MTSU) Walker Library with an emphasis on serving undergraduate students as part of the MTSU student retention and success initiative. As a member of the Reference and Instruction Team, the candidate will develop and lead general and subject specific library instruction courses to MTSU students in two state of the art electronic classrooms. The successful candidate will develop and/or promote resources and collections designed to meet the information needs of MTSU students and faculty in support of student retention.
- Provide general and specialized reference service in person, via email, and through reference IM.
- Participate in other Reference and Instruction programs and projects, such as Research Coach (individual reference appointments).
- Serve as a subject liaison for developing resources and collections in assigned subject area(s).
- Teach general library research classes to undergraduate and graduate students using two electronic classrooms. Develop customized supplementary materials as needed for instruction sessions.
- Serve as a member of the Reference and Instruction Team.
- Maintain current knowledge of trends in reference and instruction.
- Cultivate and sustain collaborative relationships with faculty, students, and staff in support of campus teaching, learning, and student success.
- Participate as embedded librarian in online courses.
- Participate in professional service and research activities in support of promotion and tenure requirements.
Status, Salary and Benefits: Highly competitive salary. Generous benefits include fully-paid State or TIAA/CREF retirement, 24 days annual leave, 12 days sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Environment: Middle Tennessee State University is a Carnegie Doctoral Research Intensive University of 24,000 students. MTSU 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, located 30 miles southeast of Nashville, offers a rich cultural and recreational life and easy access to a variety of attractions within the state and region.
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
Minimum Qualifications: ALA accredited Master's degree. Minimum 2 years professional library experience. Ability to work creatively and effectively in a team environment to enhance library programs and services. Extensive knowledge of print and electronic research tools. Demonstrated experience with Library instruction to undergraduate students. Ability to work selected evenings and weekends. Demonstrated commitment to reference and user-centered services. Ability to fulfill requirements for promotion and tenure.
Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with instructional and multimedia hardware and software applications. Knowledge of emergent trends in academic librarianship. Familiarity with student retention initiatives in a university setting. Experience in providing research assistance to diverse constituencies. Prior library experience in an academic library setting.
Special Instructions to Applicants: Application Procedure: All applications must be submitted online at http://mtsujobs.mtsu.edu . 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.
Required documents for a complete application: 1. Cover letter 2. Curriculum vitae Submit as other document(s): 3. Statement of teaching philosophy 4. Research interest statement Additional Information: Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU available at http://police.mtsu.edu/crime_statistics.htm or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at 615-898-2424.
MTSU, a culturally diverse university, is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educational institution and employer. Women, ethnic minorities, and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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