Instruction Coordinator - Buley Library, Southern Connecticut State University

Instruction Coordinator - Buley Library, Southern Connecticut State University. Rank: Assistant Librarian. Brief Description of Duties/Responsibilities: The Instruction Coordinator provides the leadership, direction, planning, and assessment for a creative and effective library instruction program, integrating the use of print, media, and electronic sources into the university curriculum. The Coordinator will provide reference service in a cooperative centralized reference environment, as well as specialized reference services for assigned academic areas. The Coordinator also provides general and subject-specific instruction, creates instructional materials and web pages and participates in evening and weekend reference rotation. Required Qualifications: ALA accredited MLS, or equivalent. Minimum of two years professional experience in public services in an academic library setting. Recent teaching experience including teaching information literacy. Experience in instructional planning, design, and evaluation; knowledge of current issues and practices, emerging technologies and innovations, and national trends in reference and instruction. Broad experience with a wide variety of print and electronic reference materials. Demonstrated ability to work creatively and collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and colleagues. Excellent oral and written communication/presentation skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Libguides and/or other Web 2.0 emerging technologies. Experience pursuing collaborative instruction opportunities with campus constituents such as First Year Experience, Writing Centers, and other relevant programs or offices. Application Process: Please submit Letter of Interest, Current Curriculum Vita, Official Graduate Transcripts, and Three Letters of Recommendation to: Dr. Christina D. Baum, Director of Library Services, Southern Connecticut State University, 501 Crescent Street, New Haven, CT 06515. In order for your application to be given full consideration, all materials must be received by February 11, 2011. Position will remain open until filled. Search # 11-025. SCSU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University seeks to enhance the diversity of its faculty and staff. People of color, women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.