[Web4lib] position: Library instruction coordinator, UNC Greensboro

[Steve Cramer SMCRAMER]

Sorry if you have seen this on other discussion groups.  --Steve 

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Library Instruction Coordinator and Reference Librarian 
University Libraries, University of North Carolina at Greensboro 

The University Libraries seek an innovative, knowledgeable and dynamic 
individual to coordinate the library instruction program with an emphasis 
on the first-year experience.  This position reports to the Head of 
Reference and Instructional Services and will join a department of nine 
librarians and four paraprofessionals. It is a twelve-month tenure-track 
faculty position.  Demonstrated professional achievement, service, and 
scholarly/creative activity are required for reappointment and tenure. 

_Major Responsibilities_ 

Coordinate and provide leadership for an active library instruction 
program. Design classroom instruction and instructional materials. Develop 
online tutorials.  Communicate with appropriate teaching faculty and 
administrators who work with first-year students and the undergraduate 
curriculum.  Assess the first-year library instruction program. Provide 
general reference service in a central library that covers the humanities, 
social sciences, the sciences and government information; participate in 
the virtual reference schedule/service?.   Serve as a liaison for 
collection management and instruction to academic departments. 

_Work Environment_ 

UNCG is a doctoral, research-intensive institution with an enrollment of 
over 15,000, 20 doctoral degree programs, 54 master degree programs, and a 
broad range of academic programs for undergraduate education. The 
University Libraries support the learning and increasing research missions 
of the University through its print and electronic resources, reference 
and instructional services, and other outreach programs, with collections 
of 1.2 million volumes, over 4,300 current journal subscriptions, more 
than 30, 000 electronic journals, over 300 electronic databases, and with 
80 percent of receiving federal government documents. The University’s 
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 temperature. 

_Qualifications_ 

Required 
ALA-accredited MLS.  Minimum of two years experience in reference services 
in an academic setting. Teaching experience in a group setting. Strong 
service orientation and enthusiasm for providing high-quality reference 
service utilizing traditional and electronic/networked resources; 
excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.  Ability 
to work collaboratively with librarians, faculty, staff and students. 
Demonstrated knowledge of web design and usability standards. Demonstrated 
knowledge of HTML and graphical HTML editors. 

Preferred 
Experience developing online tutorials. Experience with image editing 
software. 

_Salary and Benefits_ 

The salary at the appointment is competitive and depends upon 
qualifications and experience.  Standard benefits include state or 
optional (including TIAA/CREF) retirement plans, state health plan, and 24 
vacation days per year. 

_Application Procedures_ 

Send an application letter addressing qualifications, along with a current 
curriculum vita and the names of three professional references to: 

Beth Ellington 
Library Instruction Coordinator and Reference Librarian Search Committee 
Jackson Library 
University of North Carolina Greensboro 
P.O. Box 26170 
Greensboro, North Carolina 27402-6170 

Preference will be given to applications received by February 15, 2006. 
Position will remain open until filled.  Starting date is negotiable. 
EEO/AA. The University is dedicated to sustaining a diverse educational 
atmosphere. 

Thank you. 

--Steve 
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Steve Cramer
Librarian for Accounting, Apparel, Business, & Economics
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
smcramer at uncg.edu, 336-256-0346, AIM: crams828

Ask us! Phone, chat, email, or in person:
http://library.uncg.edu/depts/ref/askalib/