The following two professional librarian positions are available.
Thanks,
Sarah
Sarah Sutton
Serials / Electronic Resources Librarian
Mary & Jeff Bell Library
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
6300 Ocean Drive
Corpus Christi, TX 78412-5702
phone 361-825-2355
fax 361-825-5973
email
sarah.sutton@tamucc.edu
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a learning centered institution. TAMUCC (The Island University) is located on its own island surrounded by the water of Corpus Christi and
Oso bays. The beautiful natural setting is enhanced by our modern, attractive, and state-of the-art classroom buildings and support facilities, and our colorful landscaping, and plazas that lend a distinctive tropical feel to the campus. Our Hispanic Serving
Institution status provides a foundation to attain significant impacts for improving the educational attainment of our regional students, and our strategic location on the Gulf of Mexico and on the cultural border with Latin America places the Island University
in perfect position to help realize its national and international prominence goals.
Information Literacy Librarian: Coordinates the library instruction program, including scheduling sessions, assigning instructors,
developing instruction programs, and collecting and analyzing data related to library instruction. Delivers general and course-specific library instruction using a variety of technologies, tools, and resources. Serves as a subject liaison with faculty, with
responsibility for collection development and course-specific library instruction sessions. Develops and implements policies/procedures related to the library’s Information Literacy program. Participates in the provision of reference service to library users
on-site and at a distance. Serves on Library and University committees. May be required to work some evening and/or weekend hours. Reports to Associate Director for Collection Development and Reference Services.
Qualifications:
Required: MLS or equivalent from an ALA accredited program. At least 2 years experience in reference and library instruction in
an academic library. Excellent written and oral communication skills; demonstrated strong commitment to library-customer focused services. Ability to work independently and as a member of a team in a rapidly changing, demanding, and culturally diverse environment.
Demonstrated commitment to applying technology in the effective design and delivery of instruction.
Additional Desired Qualifications: Subject Master’s degree. Experience with web page and database design/development. Knowledge of reference resources in print and electronic formats. Experience with non-traditional and/or first-generation college
students. Experience with development and implementation of assessment tools.
Salary: Competitive and dependent upon qualifications and experience.
Reference/Information Literacy Librarian:
Participates in the provision of reference service to library users on-site and at a distance. Delivers general and course-specific library instruction using a variety
of technologies, tools, and resources. Serves as a subject liaison to one or more disciplines/programs, with responsibility for collection development and course-specific library instruction sessions. Serves on Library and University committees. Develops
and maintains user aids in print and electronic formats. May be required to work some evening and/or weekend hours. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required: Must complete MLS or equivalent from an ALA accredited program on or before December 20, 2011. At least 1-2 years experience in an academic library in a public
services capacity. Excellent written and oral communication skills; demonstrated strong commitment to library-customer focused services. Ability to work independently and as a member of a team in a rapidly changing, demanding, and culturally diverse environment.
Additional Desired Qualifications: Subject Master's degree. Knowledge of reference resources in print and electronic formats. Experience in the provision of reference service to distance education students. Experience with non-traditional and/or first-generation
college students. Experience in teaching or information literacy instruction.
Salary: Competitive and dependent upon qualifications and experience.
To Apply: Apply online at
https://islanderjob.tamucc.edu,
NOTE: To be considered, all applicants must submit the following documents: (1) vita;
(2) cover letter; and (3) the names and contact information, including email addresses, of 5 references. Application packages cannot be changed once they are submitted.
Review of applications will begin on December 6, 2011, and continue until positions are filled.
The Library:
The Mary and Jeff Bell Library (http://rattler.tamucc.edu) provides resources and services to assist users with their research and information needs. Over ½ million items are listed in Portal, the online catalog, and many
more items are accessible through our electronic resources. Over 180 online databases and electronic journals contain scholarly material to assist students in completing research projects or assignments. The Library provides both in-person and electronic Reference
service, instruction to classes on how to use the Library’s resources, InterLibrary Loan to obtain items the Library does not own, a Media lab for accessing audio-visual material, and over 100 computers for use in research or the completion of course assignments.
Laptop computers are also available for use within the Library. Special Collections and Archives houses a wealth of resources focusing on Corpus Christi, the Coastal Bend, and South Texas. The Atrium of the Library contains popular magazines and a selection
of daily newspapers. Group study rooms and a Very Quiet Study Area are available for student use.
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to excellence (www.tamucc.edu)