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Title: Professional Librarian Dept: University Libraries Position Number: 3184 This Position Was Last Updated: 4/12/2007 |
Responsibilities: Head of Reference and Instructional Services The University of North Carolina at Greensboro University Libraries invite applications from innovative and dynamic individuals to lead our reference and instructional programs. Reporting to the Associate Director for Public Services this individual will lead a team of eight librarians and four paraprofessionals in an academic library that provides service and instruction for the humanities, social sciences, sciences and government information. The Reference and Instructional Services Department has a culture and history of providing excellent service and an active instructional program. It is a twelve-month tenured or tenure-track faculty position. Demonstrated professional achievement, service, and scholarly/creative activity are required for reappointment and tenure. Major Responsibilities: Provides leadership for overall administration, planning, assessment and staffing for reference and instructional services. With the departmental faculty and staff, evaluates existing services and collections and develops new and innovative services. Defines and articulates departmental missions and goals. Participates in reference and instructional activities. Manages the print and electronic reference collection and its budget. Works with the instructional librarians to plan, manage, assess and market onsite and virtual library instruction. Supervises, mentors and evaluates reference and instructional librarians and staff. Serves as a liaison to selected academic departments and participates in collection management activities. Works collaboratively with other department heads on service issues. As a member of the Administrative Advisory Group participates with other department heads to form policies for the University Libraries. About the University Libraries and UNCG UNCG is a doctoral, research-intensive institution with an enrollment of over 15,000, 22 doctoral degree programs, 66 master degree programs, and a broad range of academic programs for undergraduate education. The University Libraries support the learning and research missions of the University through its print and electronic resources, reference and instructional services, and other outreach programs. The collections include 3.2 million volumes, more than 35,000 electronic or print journal subscriptions, over 300 electronic databases, and 740,000 federal government documents. The Universitys 190-acre campus is one mile from the center of Greensboro, a city of more than 230,000 and is in the Piedmont Triad (with a population over 1 million), an area of great natural beauty, diverse industry, cultural arts, and mild temperatures. To learn more about UNCG Libraries, visit our Website at http://library.uncg.edu/ . Qualifications: Required Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS. Minimum of five years experience in reference and instructional services in an academic library. Minimum of two years of leadership and experience managing and supervising others. Demonstrated commitment to service excellence. Excellent interpersonal skills evidenced by the ability to work cooperatively and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, faculty, student and staff. Proven problem solving, organizational and analytical skills. Excellent written communication skills. Experience in the design and delivery of library instruction. Demonstrated aptitude and experience with relevant information technology. Preferred Qualifications: A second advanced degree Experience in collection management. Deadline: Review of applications is underway and will continue at least through December 8, 2006 and until the position is filled. Contact: Please send a cover letter explaining the reason for your interest and qualifications, a curriculum vita, and contact information for three references to: Beth Ellington Head of Reference and Instructional Services Search Committee Jackson Library, UNCG PO Box 26170 Greensboro, NC 27402-6170 The University is dedicated to sustaining a diverse educational atmosphere. EEO/AA Salary: Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Standard benefits include state or optional (including TIAA/CREF) retirement plans, state health plan, and 24 vacation days per year. Effective Date: Starting date is negotiable. |