From:
Judy Ganson <jganson_at_uark.edu>
Please excuse any cross-postings of this ad for the position soon to be
available in the University of Arkansas Libraries.
*Business Librarian*
The University of Arkansas Libraries invites nominations for and
applications from energetic, flexible, and innovative candidates for the
position of Business Librarian. The Libraries seek candidates who are
receptive to and foster new ideas and who have demonstrated
collaboration and open communication skills. Additional key attributes
are the abilities to foster successful partnerships with other
university departments, to provide excellent services, and to adapt
programs and services that support change within the institution nimbly.
The Business Librarian works closely with the Sam M. Walton College of
Business and has responsibilities that include collection development
of business resources, reference, academic outreach, and instruction.
The librarian is responsible for ensuring that business resources in all
formats are added to the collections; for keeping abreast of new
technologies and making them available in the classroom; for creating
programs and materials to facilitate the use of collections; for working
with faculty on research opportunities and to ensure that distance
education students are appropriately supported; for actively
participating in the campus community, professional organizations, and
serving on committees and programs. The librarian will be expected to
meet criteria for promotion and tenure. This position reports to the
Director for Collection Management Services and Systems.
*Qualifications. Required:* A master's degree from an ALA-accredited
program; a bachelor's degree in a business-related discipline or an ALA
certificate in business reference, or significant experience with
providing business reference services. Demonstrated ability to use
library technology effectively. Knowledge of trends in higher education
and academic research libraries. Excellent interpersonal skills;
ability to work independently and collegially as a member of a team;
strong analytical and organizational skills; excellent written and oral
communication skills; and demonstrated commitment to effective public
service and ability to work with diverse constituents. *Preferred:* Two
years of experience as a business librarian, experience in collection
development and/or instruction, and experience assisting with large data
sets.
*Salary and Benefits: *Entry level, tenure-track, twelve-month faculty
appointment at the rank of Assistant Librarian / Assistant Professor.
Salary: $45,000. Benefits include TIAA/CREF, Fidelity Mutual Fund, or
the Arkansas Public Employees Retirement System, 22 days of annual
leave, tuition reduction, and health insurance.
*Background:* The University of Arkansas places students first by
enhancing academic programs, creating an engaging campus life, reducing
obstacles, enhancing diversity, improving graduation rates, and
marshaling the expertise of the faculty, staff, and students. The
University is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a research
university with very high levels of research activity (RU/VH). The
University provides a superior campus landscape and environment while
designing and building world class facilities. The funding for research
awards and research expenditures continues to grow and so do the
academic programs offered. The University Libraries share in the
stewardship of the University's goals and takes responsibility for the
health of the research and teaching collections as well as programs that
further support the academic mission.For more information, visit the
Libraries' home page (http://libinfo.uark.edu). The Walton College is a
nationally competitive business school that combines excellent student
learning experiences with quality research serving Arkansas and the
world. Since its founding at the University of Arkansas in 1926, the
Walton College has grown to become the state's premier college of
business -- as well as a nationally competitive business school. The
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business -- AACSB
International -- accredited the college in 1931. U.S. News and World
Report recognizes the Walton College among the top 30 public
undergraduate and graduate business schools in the nation. *The
University of Arkansas campus*(http://www.uark.edu) in Fayetteville,
Arkansas, with a student enrollment of more than 23,000, is the flagship
campus of the University of Arkansas System. With a population of
approximately 420,000, the northwest Arkansas region is home to two
Fortune 100 company headquarters. Situated in the Ozark Mountains, this
region offers numerous cultural activities and recreational
opportunities.
(http://www.collegetownprofile.com/arkansas/universityofarkansas/index.html)
*Application deadline and contact information. *Women and minorities are
encouraged to apply. Completed applications received by February 19,
2012, will receive full consideration. Late applications will be
reviewed as necessary to fill the position. Send letter of application,
résumé, and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three current
references to libhrofc_at_uark.edu <mailto:libhrofc_at_uark.edu>to the
attention of Jeff Banks, Head, Library Human Resources Department,
University of Arkansas Libraries, 365 N. McIlroy Avenue, Fayetteville,
Arkansas 72701-4002.
//
/The University of Arkansas is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
institution committed to achieving a culturally diverse faculty.
Applicants must have proof of legal authority to work in the United
States. All applicants are subject to public disclosure under the
Arkansas Freedom of Information Act./
Received on Fri Feb 03 2012 - 03:05:27 EST