[Asis-l] Position Announcement, University of Tennessee Knoxville, Instructional Services Librarian for Undergraduate Programs

[Library Vacancy]

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:ejgreene at utk.edu>
ejgreene at utk.edu. 

 

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.

 

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