[Web4lib] Position: Distance Learning Librarian - Norwich University, Northfield VT

Meredith Farkas mgfarkas at gmail.com
Fri Apr 11 14:55:40 EDT 2008


*Distance Learning Librarian, Norwich University, Northfield, VT*

The Kreitzberg Library at Norwich University seeks an energetic, tech-savvy
and service-oriented librarian to join the library team in developing and
providing services to our distance learning population. Norwich University
enrolls 1800 online students in 10 master's degree programs.

Position Description: The Distance Learning Librarian develops procedures
and implements programs for library distance education services. Develops
and maintains library web presence, web technologies and instructional
materials for distance education. Serves as a liaison to campus units
involved with distance education. Provides support to distance learners and
faculty teaching distance education courses. Coordinates activities of
library staff in their work associated with distance education. Collaborates
with faculty, library staff and departments to develop collections and
services to support distance education programs. Provides reference services
and instruction in a broad range of subject areas. Some evening/weekend
hours required. Reports to the Head of Instructional Initiatives.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

   - ALA-accredited master's degree in library and/or information science
   - Knowledge of current and emerging trends in instructional
   technologies
   - Demonstrated ability to design web pages using HTML and CSS
   - Ability to speak and write knowledgeably and effectively
   - Strong customer service orientation
   - Ability to work with various stakeholders and in team environments
   - Excellent organizational and time management skills


Preferred Qualifications

   - Demonstrated experience in learning and applying new technologies
   - Experience with server administration
   - Knowledge of scripting languages and database design
   - Experience with online course management systems
   - Experience developing online tutorials
   - Experience providing reference assistance and instruction


Salary: Minimum salary of $40,000, commensurate with qualifications and
experience. This is a faculty rank, non-tenure track appointment
commensurate with academic achievements.  Compensation includes a benefits
package of medical, dental, group life and long term disability insurance,
flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care, a retirement
annuity plan, tuition scholarships for eligible employees and their family
members, and generous professional development support.

Deadline: Review of applications will begin on April 28, 2008 and will
continue until the position is filled.

To Apply: Send a cover letter (including the URLs of any websites you've
designed), resume, and three references to:

Distance Learning Librarian Search
Human Resources
Norwich University
Northfield, VT  05663
or via email: jobs at norwich.edu


Environment:

Norwich University enrolls a civilian and military student body of 3,700
FTEs in undergraduate, professional and graduate programs.  Most of the
graduate programs are offered exclusively in an online environment.  The
library is a beautifully designed, sixteen year old facility with six
floors.  It contains more than 175,000 volumes and receives nearly 33,000
periodical titles in print or electronic formats.  The library is part of a
statewide library network and participates in several consortia.

Northfield, a New England village with population of 5,800, was founded in
1781, and is ten miles south of Montpelier, the Vermont state capital. It is
150 miles north of Boston and 100 miles south of Montreal.

More Information on Norwich University:

Institutional Profile
http://www.norwich.edu/

Kreitzberg Library
http://www.norwich.edu/academics/library/

School of Graduate Studies
http://www.graduate.norwich.edu/ <http://www.graduate.norwich.edu//>

Official Vermont Tourism Site
http://www.1-800-vermont.com/<http://www.1-800-vermont.com///>


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