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McNeese State University
Instruction Librarian
Frazar Memorial Library
READVERTISED
McNeese State University invites qualified applicants and nominations for the position of Instruction Librarian in Frazar Memorial Library. This is a full-time,12- month, unclassified, non-tenure track position. The appointment is available after January 1, 2008.
Position Description and Responsibilities: The Instruction Librarian’sresponsibilities include the following:
- Assisting in the development of the information literacy program.
- Integrating information literacy into the campus-wide writing initiative, Write to Excellence.
- Development and maintenance of the online library instruction presence.
- Keeping abreast of trends and changes in libraries and librarianship through the reading of professional literature and attending professional meetings, workshops, and conferences.
- Participation in the library graduate student training program.
- Performing other duties as specified by supervisor.
- Reference desk hours.
- Library and university committee work.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited or equivalent institution. Official transcripts documenting all college degrees must be on file in the office of the Vice President of Academic Affairs, prior to beginning employment.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work well with library patrons and staff; effective oral and written communication skills required.
- Coursework, training, and/or experience in the field of educational theory and curriculum design preferred.
- Experience in an academic library is preferred.
General Information: McNeese State University, located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a public university and a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law, applications and all supporting materials will become public record. All applicants are expected to submit complete and accurate materials as specified in the position announcement. A background check and an English Proficiency assessment will be conducted on selected finalists. We comply with Louisiana Revised Statute 49:1001, et seq, and State of Louisiana Executive Order 98-38, which provides for drug testing of employees, appointees, prospective employees, and prospective appointees. Prospective employees and employees are informed if a drug test is required.
Salary: $41,000-42,000
Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until position is filled.
Application Materials and Contact: Applicants should submit a letter of application, resume, and the names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least three references for the application process. Please submit the required documents to:
Jessica Hutchings, Head of Reference
Box 91445
Lake Charles, LA 70609
(337)475-5546
(337)475-5719 (fax)
jhutchings@mcneese.edu
McNeese State University is an AA/EEO/ADA employer committed to excellence through diversity.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires McNeese State University to inform applicants that the University can employ only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment.
Instructional Faculty Candidates with foreign degrees must provide official certification of equivalency to U.S. degrees, an official comprehensive course-by-course report and U.S. Equivalency Statement, from World Education Services, info@wes.org. The official Credential Evaluation Report and U.S. Equivalency Statement must be submitted directly to the Office of Academic Affairs, Box 93220, Lake Charles, LA 70609; (337)475-5508. Simple translation of the language on foreign diplomas, transcripts, coursework, or similar will NOT suffice and will cause the application packet to be judged as incomplete.
McNeese State University is a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law, applications and all supporting materials will become public record. An executive session pursuant to La. Rev. Stat. 42:6.1(A) may be required.
Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the Vice President for Special Services and Equity Office: Voice: (337)475-5428; Hearing Impaired (TDD) (337)475-5722; Fax: (337)475-5960.
| McNeese State University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, veteran status, age, or sex in admission to or employment in its education programs or activities. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations or equal opportunity may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator and Equal Opportunity Officer: Vice President of Special Services and Equity, Box 93248, McNeese State University, Lake Charles, Louisiana 70609. Telephone: voice (337) 475-5428; hearing impaired TDD (337) 475-5722. |
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