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*As a unit
of the University System of Georgia, Armstrong Atlantic State University's
vacant faculty positions are also posted at the University
System of Georgia Applicant Clearinghouse.
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Position Title:
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Reference and Instruction Librarian
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Department:
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Lane
Library |
Position Begins:
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November
1, 2007 |
Status:
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Full
Time |
Benefits Available:
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Yes |
PVA *
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54533 |
| Description: |
Armstrong Atlantic
State University seeks a full-time reference/library
instruction librarian. This faculty-rank position,
at the level of instructor or assistant professor,
is responsible for providing high-quality reference
assistance and instruction in the use of information
resources to library users at the reference
desk, in the classroom, and in other venues
as assigned. The person employed in this position
designs and teaches course-related library
instruction/information literacy sessions;
conducts tours and develops workshops focused
on the library and its resources for students,
faculty, and other groups; assists in the selection
and weeding of the reference and circulating
collections in assigned areas; prepares print
and web-based information resources for library
users; participates in library and university
committee work and activities and in professional
programs and activities. The work schedule
for this position is Tuesday through Saturday,
with some evening work required. The incumbent
is responsible for Saturday reference service,
with some oversight required of Saturday student
workers. Other duties may be assigned by the
University Librarian and/or the Head of Reference
and Instruction. |
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| Qualifications: |
Master's degree from an American Library
Association accredited program in library/information
studies must be received by date of hire.
Other requirements include strong record
of academic achievement in undergraduate
and graduate work; excellent interpersonal,
oral, and written communication skills;
flexibility and ability to work collaboratively
with diverse colleagues, students, and
faculty; strong commitment to providing
courteous service in a user-centered environment;
recent knowledge of and experience with
both online and print reference and bibliographic
resources typically found in academic
libraries. Knowledge of current learning,
teaching, and information literacy practices
preferred. Relevant computer-based skills
(e.g., Microsoft Office, Web CT/VISTA,
etc.) are a plus. Experience teaching
and providing reference services to graduate
and undergraduate students in an academic
library setting highly desirable. Candidates
invited to interview must present a sample
library instruction session. Must be able
to lift 20 lbs, push/pull book cart, and
stand/step/reach/bend as necessary to
reach books and journals and assist library
users. Must pass criminal background check
before hire.
Employment is contingent upon successful
completion of a background investigation.
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| Salary: |
Competitive and commensurate
with education and experience. |
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| Application Process: |
Submit letter of interest, resume, unofficial
copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts,
and names, addresses and phone numbers
of three professional references to:
Nancy Heidt, Search Committee Assistant
Lane Library
Armstrong Atlantic State University
11935 Abercorn Street
Savannah, GA 31419
For best consideration, please submit a
complete applicant packet as outlined
above by September 21, 2007. Review of
applications will continue until the position
is filled.
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Armstrong Atlantic State University is
an affirmative action/equal opportunity
employer.
Georgia is an Open Records Law
state.
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