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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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