From: "Mildred H. Merz" <merz_at_oakland.edu>
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INFORMATION SERVICES LIBRARIAN
KRESGE LIBRARY
OAKLAND UNIVERSITY, ROCHESTER, MICHIGAN
The Oakland University Library seeks an energetic and enthusiastic
individual to provide general reference and instruction services as well
as collection development to support the academic programs of the
university.
Primary responsibilities: Work closely with faculty and students to expand
the use of information resources through in-depth consultation and
effective instruction and reference services; assist with collection
development activities and serve as liaison to selected academic units;
assist with the development and integration of Web-based resources for
collection development, library instruction, and reference services;
fulfill scholarship and service requirements for promotion and tenure.
Additional responsibilities will be based upon the library's needs and the
successful candidate's qualifications and interests.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
ALA-accredited MLS degree; and the following as evidenced by coursework,
previous work experience, professional development, or extracurricular
activities:
·Demonstrated knowledge of a wide range of print and electronic
information resources.
·Strong interest in teaching and the development of library collections
both print and electronic.
·Ability to plan, initiate, and implement effective programs, projects,
or services.
·Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
·Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to work with
diverse faculty, staff, and students.
·Potential to meet library's requirements for promotion and tenure.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
· Previous teaching, reference, and/or collection development experience.
· Experience with HTML, multimedia, and instructional technologies.
· Scholarly publications; participation in professional organizations.
RANK, SALARY, BENEFITS: Tenure-track, eight-month academic year,
bargaining-unit faculty appointment. Tenure dependent upon job
performance, scholarship, and service. Professorial rank and salary
determined by credentials and experience, with a minimum salary of
$34,000. Excellent fringe benefits program including TIAA/CREF and
Fidelity retirement plans.
GENERAL INFORMATION: Oakland University is a comprehensive,
state-supported institution of approximately 15,000 students that offers a
diverse set of academic programs at the baccalaureate, master's and
doctoral levels. The university is located 30 miles north of Detroit on a
1,500-acre campus. For more information, see the Oakland University
Library Web site at http://www.kl.oakland.edu.
APPLICATIONS: Send letter of application, resume, and names, addresses,
telephone numbers, and email addresses of three current professional
references to:
Elaine K. Didier, Dean
Search Committee
300 Kresge Library
Oakland University
Rochester, Michigan 48309-4484
Email: salomon_at_oakland.edu
FAX number (248) 370-2474
Review of applications will begin on March 15, 2001 and continue until the
position is filled. Oakland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity
employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.
Received on Fri Feb 09 2001 - 07:12:07 EST