The Administrative Librarian acts as the librarian and primary administrator of the Visible Music College Library and Resource Center. Visible Music College is a small, private non-profit college located in Memphis, TN.
Visible Music College is a unique and challenging college environment where young, talented Christian artists, media production technicians, and music business students are trained in skill and character for service in the arts industries and in the church. Students at Visible Music College study contemporary music, music production, and music business, and are mentored in a vibrant program that develops them vocationally, spiritually, and academically. The faculty are experienced music professionals who are currently active in their fields of teaching, and are dedicated to the "real-world" application of the curriculum for the students. Staff and faculty spend lots of one-on-one time with students, and because of the relational ministry focus of the college, mentoring friendships between staff and students are encouraged.
The college's Library and Resource Center will function as a hub of student information, research, study, and resource. The school envisions a technologically innovative Resource Center that provides research and resource opportunities that honor collegiate tradition while reaching into the future of scholarly work. The Administrative Library will be given opportunity to mold and shape this vision from the ground up; it's a unique opportunity for the person who has a vision to connect with our talented student and staff body while building a lively and vital center for student and staff connection and resource.
This dynamic college will be a great fit for the librarian who is energetic, creative, enjoys "coloring outside the lines" and finding innovative ways to resource the students and faculty.
Qualifications Required:
- The applicant must evidence a relationship with Jesus Christ as personal savior and Lord. The applicant must agree with the institutional Statement of Faith.
- This position requires a minimum degree of Masters in Library and Information Science Degree from an ALA accredited institution.
- Familiarity with the Mac environment, or the ability to develop this familiarity.
- Relaxed professional demeanor and self-motivated work ethic.
- Ability to be flexible, to multi-task, and to work in a team setting and community environment.
- Ability to relate to young musicians, technicians, and music business students, giving guidance and encouragement in the college setting.
Preferred:
- Experience working in an academic library.
- Familiarity with Web 2.0 technologies and/or distance learning technologies.
- Skill in IT, with specific regard to the Apple environment.
- Ability and qualifications to teach a class or classes in the General Education, Ministry and Biblical Studies, Modern Music Ministry, or Music Business Ministry departments.
Position Description
- This is a full-time, salaried position under the supervision of the Academic Dean.
- The Administrative Librarian chairs the Library Committee and is a member of the Educational Development and Curriculum Committee.
- The Administrative Librarian is charged with maintaining a vibrant, friendly, and inviting learning and resource environment.
- The Administrative Librarian will:
- Be responsible for strategic short-term and long-term planning for the Library and Resource Center and for the implementation of these plans.
- Be responsible for assessment of the library, planning, and student satisfaction.
- Work with the Vice Presidents of the college in developing and implementing the library budget.
- Be responsible for collection development and de-selection.
- Oversee library and student workers.
- Collaborate with faculty regarding curriculum and resource development.
- Manage the library facility to provide flexible access to resources.
- All faculty and staff at Visible Music College will:
- Develop student growth through artistic, spiritual, and academic formation.
- Attend and participate in staff and faculty meetings, as well as any curricular or co-curricular evaluation meetings.
- Attend and participate in various events representing the school, including orientation week, retreats, faculty development programs, receptions, fundraisers, and commencement.
- This position may include other duties incumbent upon the position as directed by the Academic Dean.
Organization/Evaluation
This position is accountable to the Academic Dean and is evaluated annually.
Salary and Benefits
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The college offers full-time staff members a benefits package and retirement plan.
How to Apply
Mail or email your resume or CV with a cover letter including the story of your Christian walk and motivation for applying for this position to:
Shannon Kropf
Vice President of Academics
Visible Music College
1015 S. Cooper Street
Memphis, TN 38104
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