Hofstra University Library
Position announcement
http://www.hofstra.edu/libraries
Title: Reference Librarian (tenure-track; two positions)
AA/EOE institution
Essential function:
Hofstra University seeks self-motivated Reference Librarians to join the
library faculty and work in a collegial environment that emphasizes
service and instruction. Reporting to the Assistant Dean for Reference
Services and Collection Development, the Reference Librarians will work
as members of a team with a firm commitment to active engagement in
information literacy initiatives in a major academic library.
Responsibilities:
* Provide general and in-depth reference services to a broad range of
library users within a schedule that includes evening and Saturday
rotation
* Participate actively in a dynamic information literacy curriculum,
through planning, developing, and delivering instruction sessions for
undergraduate and graduate students in library use and resources covering
a range of disciplines, and including instruction in on-line automated
services
* Originate, compile, and update print and electronic bibliographies,
user guides, and pathfinders on topics of value to students and faculty
* Select materials in all formats in assigned subject areas, employing
appropriate tools and criteria
* Serve as liaison to academic departments as assigned, establishing and
maintaining communication on collection development and instructional
needs
* Serve on library and university committees
Qualifications:
* Master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited program
* Second graduate degree required for tenure
* Subject expertise in education, business, or other social science
preferred
* Teaching experience in an academic library or equivalent classroom
setting
* Working knowledge of ACRL Information Literacy Competency Standards for
Higher Education as they apply to curriculum development
* Experience developing new instructional materials
Compensation:
* Instructor: minimum $37,000; assistant professor: minimum $42,000
* Includes a strong benefits package
* A second graduate degree is required for appointment at the assistant
professor rank
To apply, please submit a letter of interest and a résumé by April 15,
2005 via electronic mail (as an MS Word or WordPerfect attachment), the
postal service, or fax to
Professor Carol Simon
Chair, Ad Hoc Screening Committee
123 Hofstra University
Hempstead, New York 11549
(516) 463-7485 facsimile
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