From: Michael Lorenzen <lorenzen_at_libraryreference.org>
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Central Michigan University’s Clarke Historical Library seeks a
reference librarian/bibliographer to join an energetic team. Serving
about 28,000 students, Central Michigan University is an innovative
doctoral/research-intensive institution recognized for strong
undergraduate education and a range of focused graduate programs and
research.
Position Description:
The Clarke Historical Library, a special collections library at CMU
specializing in Michigan history, CMU history, Native Americans, other
Michigan related topics and children’s literature, seeks qualified
applicants for the position of Reference Librarian/Bibliographer.
This is a tenure-track, faculty position. The successful candidate
will be an enthusiastic, service-oriented librarian dedicated to the
provision of outstanding reference and research service and committed
to the development of electronic as well as print collections.
Primary responsibilities include: reference and research services,
bibliographic duties, and supervision of the reading room. Other
duties include providing library instruction and outreach, and
collection development.
Minimum Qualifications:
MLS from an ALA accredited program. Evidence of potential for earning
tenure/promotion as a library faculty member. Evidence of teaching
ability/potential. Knowledge of a wide variety of relevant electronic
and print reference resources. Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills as well as enthusiasm for service excellence.
Ability to work independently and cooperatively. Potential for
professional leadership.
Preferred Qualifications:
Professional experience in special collections libraries. Reference
experience in an academic library, especially in a special collections
setting. Expertise in history, especially Michigan history.
Expertise in children’s literature and historical elementary school
textbooks. Publications, particularly refereed publications.
Experience with web page content development and technology-based
instruction. Supervisory, collection development, and exhibit
preparation experience. Additional graduate degree in a field related
to the position.
Salary commensurate with qualifications, minimum $45,000. Excellent
fringe benefits.
Submit letter of application addressing qualifications for the
position, resume, and names, titles, addresses, and telephone numbers
of at least three professional references. Applications may be
emailed to cole1se_at_cmich.edu (please include the phrase “Clarke
Library Reference Librarian Search” in the subject line).
Alternatively, a hard copy application may be sent to:
Chairperson, Reference Librarian/Bibliographer Search Committee
407 Park Library
Central Michigan University
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48859
Review of applications begins September 6, 2005. Applications for this
position will be accepted until the position is filled.
CMU, an AA/EO institution, strongly and actively strives to increase
diversity within its community (see http://www.cmich.edu/aaeo/).
Received on Mon Aug 08 2005 - 09:21:35 EDT