Lecturer (Social Sciences Librarian ) Library Affairs SIU Carbondale
Appointment: Lecturer, full-time, 12 month, term, Non-Tenure-Track Available:
July 1, 2013 Environment: Library Affairs provides comprehensive library
services to the Southern illinois University Carbondale population of 18,500
students in beautiful Southern Illinois. Morris Library, the primary facility,
was completely renovated and reopened in 2009. The building currently features
over 200 computers, laptops to borrow, 14 study rooms, and two computer
classrooms. Two additional floors that will feature highly flexible,
technology-rich, collaborative spaces are under construction and will open in
2014. The building houses nearly three million volumes, three and a half
million microforms, and 43,000 currently-received periodicals and serials, as
well as strong collections of online databases, maps, films, DVDs, and sound
recordings. Morris Library is a selective U.S. Federal Depository Library and
an Illinois State Depository Library. As the center for academic support
services on campus, Morris Library hosts SalukiTech (technology and computer
support), the University Honors Program, the Writing Center, Learning Support
Services, Testing Lab, Math Lab, and Center for Teaching Excellence. Morris
Library is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, Coalition for
Networked Information, Consortium of Academic and Research Libraries in
Illinois, Scholarly Publishing and Academic Resources Coalition, and Greater
Western Library Alliance. Librarians at SIU Carbondale are faculty and are
covered by collective bargaining. Responsibilities: Under the general
direction of the Associate Dean for Information Services and responsive to
input from the Dean of Library Affairs, the Social Sciences Librarian provides
reference, instruction, liaison, collection development, outreach, and general
library services to the University community. Specific responsibilities
include: Assists patrons at the Information Desk with research and reference
questions, including limited nights and weekends. Provides general reference
service via face-to-face, online, email, chat, phone, and consultation means.
Instructs students and faculty in the use of library resources and
technologies, as well as in information access, evaluation, and management in
face-to-face and online settings as appropriate. Assists in the development of
instructional curricula (including for credit and non-credit courses), online
learning modules, web pages, user guides, and assessments. Serves as subject
specialist and liaison to departments covering social science disciplines,
providing formal and informal instruction in library research for these
departments. Assists with subject-specific research queries in areas of
expertise. Identifies opportunities for outreach and strategic partnerships
with specific SIU Carbondale departments based on expertise. Assists with
student recruitment, orientation, and retention strategies. Selects monographs
and recommends other resources for social science disciplines. Participates in
other collection development activities as needed. Participates in the
librarys scholarly communication initiatives, including the population of the
Institutional Repository. Serves on library and university committees. Other
duties and responsibilities as assigned. Required Qualifications: ALA-
accredited masters degree in Library Science (MLS) awarded by date of
appointment. Bachelors degree in a social science discipline. Proficiency in
the use of general and subject-specific reference resources and in conducting
library research. Experience creating web-based guides and tutorials (e.g.,
LibGuides). Working knowledge of a wide variety of information technology
applications (e.g., Microsoft Office) and databases. Excellent interpersonal
and oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated strong organizational
skills, including the ability to manage projects, and multiple tasks while
meeting deadlines and solving problems in a complex and dynamic environment. A
strong customer-service orientation. Demonstrated ability to work
independently and collaboratively with diverse faculty, staff, and students in
a rapidly-evolving, team-oriented environment. Preferred Qualifications:
Additional masters degree in a social science discipline. Speaking, reading
and writing knowledge of a second language. Experience working in an academic
library. Teaching experience. Collection development experience. Familiarity
with online learning management systems and tools. History of working with
diverse populations and college students. Experience writing, obtaining, and
managing grants. Salary: Competitive, $40,000-$50,000 Application Deadline:
June 2013, or until filled Application Procedure: Submit a letter of
application stating qualifications and background for this position, a resume,
and names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three
professional references. References may be contacted by Library Affairs and
asked to comment on your experience and qualifications for this position. All
materials should be addressed to: Teri Stobbs Ricci, Personnel Coordinator
Library Affairs Mail Code 6632 SIU Carbondale 605 Agriculture Drive
Carbondale, IL 62901 Telephone: 618-453-1458 E-mail: apply@lib.siu.edu SIU
Carbondale is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer that strives to
enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its
potential to serve a  diverse student population. All applications are
welcomed and encouraged and  will receive consideration.
Appointment: Lecturer, full-time, 12 month, term, Non-Tenure-Track Available:
July 1, 2013 Environment: Library Affairs provides comprehensive library
services to the Southern illinois University Carbondale population of 18,500
students in beautiful Southern Illinois. Morris Library, the primary facility,
was completely renovated and reopened in 2009. The building currently features
over 200 computers, laptops to borrow, 14 study rooms, and two computer
classrooms. Two additional floors that will feature highly flexible,
technology-rich, collaborative spaces are under construction and will open in
2014. The building houses nearly three million volumes, three and a half
million microforms, and 43,000 currently-received periodicals and serials, as
well as strong collections of online databases, maps, films, DVDs, and sound
recordings. Morris Library is a selective U.S. Federal Depository Library and
an Illinois State Depository Library. As the center for academic support
services on campus, Morris Library hosts SalukiTech (technology and computer
support), the University Honors Program, the Writing Center, Learning Support
Services, Testing Lab, Math Lab, and Center for Teaching Excellence. Morris
Library is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, Coalition for
Networked Information, Consortium of Academic and Research Libraries in
Illinois, Scholarly Publishing and Academic Resources Coalition, and Greater
Western Library Alliance. Librarians at SIU Carbondale are faculty and are
covered by collective bargaining. Responsibilities: Under the general
direction of the Associate Dean for Information Services and responsive to
input from the Dean of Library Affairs, the Social Sciences Librarian provides
reference, instruction, liaison, collection development, outreach, and general
library services to the University community. Specific responsibilities
include: Assists patrons at the Information Desk with research and reference
questions, including limited nights and weekends. Provides general reference
service via face-to-face, online, email, chat, phone, and consultation means.
Instructs students and faculty in the use of library resources and
technologies, as well as in information access, evaluation, and management in
face-to-face and online settings as appropriate. Assists in the development of
instructional curricula (including for credit and non-credit courses), online
learning modules, web pages, user guides, and assessments. Serves as subject
specialist and liaison to departments covering social science disciplines,
providing formal and informal instruction in library research for these
departments. Assists with subject-specific research queries in areas of
expertise. Identifies opportunities for outreach and strategic partnerships
with specific SIU Carbondale departments based on expertise. Assists with
student recruitment, orientation, and retention strategies. Selects monographs
and recommends other resources for social science disciplines. Participates in
other collection development activities as needed. Participates in the
librarys scholarly communication initiatives, including the population of the
Institutional Repository. Serves on library and university committees. Other
duties and responsibilities as assigned. Required Qualifications: ALA-
accredited masters degree in Library Science (MLS) awarded by date of
appointment. Bachelors degree in a social science discipline. Proficiency in
the use of general and subject-specific reference resources and in conducting
library research. Experience creating web-based guides and tutorials (e.g.,
LibGuides). Working knowledge of a wide variety of information technology
applications (e.g., Microsoft Office) and databases. Excellent interpersonal
and oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated strong organizational
skills, including the ability to manage projects, and multiple tasks while
meeting deadlines and solving problems in a complex and dynamic environment. A
strong customer-service orientation. Demonstrated ability to work
independently and collaboratively with diverse faculty, staff, and students in
a rapidly-evolving, team-oriented environment. Preferred Qualifications:
Additional masters degree in a social science discipline. Speaking, reading
and writing knowledge of a second language. Experience working in an academic
library. Teaching experience. Collection development experience. Familiarity
with online learning management systems and tools. History of working with
diverse populations and college students. Experience writing, obtaining, and
managing grants. Salary: Competitive, $40,000-$50,000 Application Deadline:
June 2013, or until filled Application Procedure: Submit a letter of
application stating qualifications and background for this position, a resume,
and names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three
professional references. References may be contacted by Library Affairs and
asked to comment on your experience and qualifications for this position. All
materials should be addressed to: Teri Stobbs Ricci, Personnel Coordinator
Library Affairs Mail Code 6632 SIU Carbondale 605 Agriculture Drive
Carbondale, IL 62901 Telephone: 618-453-1458 E-mail: apply@lib.siu.edu SIU
Carbondale is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer that strives to
enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its
potential to serve a  diverse student population. All applications are
welcomed and encouraged and  will receive consideration.
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