Business Instruction and Reference Librarian, CSULA
For full consideration, applicants are requested to submit the required materials by August 15, 2008.The California State University, Los Angeles, Library seeks an energetic, innovative, enthusiastic, and technologically knowledgeable librarian to serve as a subject specialist liaison in the areas of collection development and instruction to academic departments and other programs for the College of Business and Economics. Subject areas for the College include marketing, management, economics, finance, and information systems.
The librarian participates and collaborates in the Library’s extensive information literacy liaison program, including planning, teaching, and assessing library sessions for specific CSULA classes, workshops, and the for-credit library skills course in basic and specialized research resources. Provides reference and research assistance during regularly scheduled hours at the Reference Desk, via digital reference, and by appointment for students, staff, and faculty. Reference responsibilities include some evening and weekend hours.
Minimum Qualifications: MLS or equivalent from an ALA-accredited library school. Strong user services orientation and enthusiasm for public service. Knowledge of instructional and reference methods and information resources in the area of business and economics. Demonstrated potential for effective teaching. Proven ability and experience in using academic electronic and print resources in general and the specified subject areas. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing in English. Ability to work independently and within a team setting. Demonstrated capability and commitment to engage in research and continued professional development worthy of promotion and tenure as a faculty member in the CSU system. Demonstrated ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment.
Desired Qualifications: Two years experience in an academic library in the area of business. Experience with assessment and instructional design in an academic setting. Demonstrated teaching experience and familiarity with information literacy standards and outcomes as they reflect current library teaching practice. Experience with learning management systems (e.g., WebCT). Experience in creating and maintaining web pages and/or using authoring and presentation tools. An advanced degree, substantial coursework or background/work experience in business and/or related areas, (e.g. finance, marketing, law, and management).
Initial salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. This is a 12-month tenure-track position.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For full consideration, applicants are requested to submit the following materials: 1) letter of interest, 2) a current curriculum vitae, 3) three letters of recommendation, 4) an official transcript from the institution awarding your highest degree, and 5) a completed Cal State L.A. employment application (download from: http://www.calstatela.edu/univ/hrm/forms/appl_emp.xls).
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For full consideration, applicants are requested to submit the required materials listed above by August 15, 2008 to:
Alice Kawakami, University Librarian
John F. Kennedy Memorial Library, LN B537A
California State University, Los Angeles
5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90032-8300
