Fine Arts Librarian

Library Affairs at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is seeking a Fine Arts Librarian. This is a full-time, 12-month, continuing (tenure track) appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor available May 1, 2008, or later.

Under the general direction of the Head of Reference Services, the Fine Arts Librarian provides reference, instruction, and library services to the University community. Responsibilities include: Assisting patrons at the Information Desk with research and reference questions, including limited nights and weekends; helping patrons to identify and locate library materials and resources using both print and electronic resources in person, via email, or online. Teaching the general use of the Library's resources and technology as appropriate. Serving as the subject specialist and liaison to departments in the Fine and Performing Arts and other appropriate academic departments; providing formal and informal instruction in library usage for these departments; assisting with subject-specific research queries in areas of expertise. Participate in the library\'d5s scholarly communication initiatives, including the population of the Institutional Repository. Maintaining service contributions to Library Affairs, the University, and the profession. Continuing to develop in librarianship and subject specialty through research contributions, conference and/or workshop attendance, and other educational activities. Performing other appropriate duties.

ALA-accredited master's degree in Library Science. (Candidates are expected to have completed all requirements for this degree before the date of appointment. If all requirements have not been completed, a one-year term appointment at the rank of Instructor at a lower salary will be offered.) Familiarity with reference sources in an academic library. Demonstrated skills in instruction and development of effective teaching materials. Knowledge of or coursework in one of the Fine or Performing Arts. Working knowledge of a wide variety of information technology applications and proficiency in the use of general and subject-specific print and electronic reference resources. Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to organize work and meet deadlines. Interest and potential to meet established Library Affairs criteria for promotion and tenure, including professional service and published research.

A degree (bachelor's or above) in one of the Fine or Performing Arts. Experience in providing reference service (including web-based services), library instruction, and library web development in an academic library. Fluency in Spanish.

Send a letter of application stating qualifications and background for this position, a resume, and names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses (if available) of three professional references. References may be contacted by Morris Library and asked to comment on your experience and qualifications for this position.

Address all materials to:

Sherry Elders
Personnel Coordinator
Library Affairs
Mail Code 6632
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
605 Agriculture Dr.
Carbondale, IL 62901.

Telephone: 618-453-1458.

E-mail:apply@lib.siu.edu.

SIUC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer that strives to enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.