[LIBJOBS] CORRECTION - Position Announcement

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

BUSINESS LIBRARIAN

GREEN LIBRARY, MODESTO A. MAIDIQUE CAMPUS

FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

MIAMI, FLORIDA, USA

 

 

Florida International University is a comprehensive university offering 340 majors in 188 degree programs in 23 colleges and schools, with innovative bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs across all disciplines including medicine, public health, law, journalism, hospitality, and architecture. FIU is Carnegie-designated as both a research university with high research activity and a community-engaged university. Located in the heart of the dynamic south Florida urban region, our multiple campuses serve over 50,000 students, placing FIU among the ten largest universities in the nation. Our annual research expenditures in excess of $100 million and our deep commitment to engagement have made FIU the go-to solutions center for issues ranging from local to global. FIU leads the nation in granting bachelor's degrees, including in the STEM fields, to minority students and is first in awarding STEM master's degrees to Hispanics. Our students, faculty, and staff reflect Miami's diverse population, earning FIU the designation of Hispanic-Serving Institution. At FIU, we are proud to be 'Worlds Ahead'! For more information about FIU, visit fiu.edu.

Business Librarian

Hubert Library, Biscayne Bay Campus

Florida International University

 

The Florida International University Libraries seeks an energetic, user-focused librarian for the position of Business Librarian. Position responsibilities include providing specialized instruction sessions, contributing to collection management activities, partnering between the libraries' institutional repository and College of Business faculty, and participating in other activities and projects of the Libraries. The Business Librarian reports to the Head of Information & Research Services in the Green Library.

As a member of the Information & Research Services department, the successful candidate will provide general reference and research assistance, including contributing to virtual reference services, and participating in the libraries' information literacy and instruction program.

Some evenings and weekends are required.

As a library faculty member, the Business Librarian is expected to participate in professional development, research, and service activities in order to meet the Libraries' and University's requirements for promotion

Required Qualifications:

• MLS from an ALA accredited program or equivalent.
• 1 to 2 years experience with reference and instructional services in business, econnomics, financial, or related disciplines.
• Experience using, and teaching others to use, business resources, including web resources, databases, etc.
• Strong commitment to student centered service
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across disciplines in a service-oriented environment
• Understanding of emerging technological trends and conversant with web technologies
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Ability to adapt well to change

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to develop and deliver online library instruction and face-to-face research support services to the College of Business students and faculty
•  Advanced degree or coursework in business or related field

Rank/Salary:
Commensurate with educational background and experience

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to Job Opening ID 505477 at jobsearch.fiu.edu and must attach (a cover letter, a resume, and the names and contact information for 3 professional references) in a single pdf file.  All inquiries should be directed to George Pearson, Chair of the Search and Screen Committee, at pearsong@fiu.edu. To receive full consideration, applications and required materials should be received by March 31,2013. Review will continue until position is filled.

FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and is an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access Affirmative Action Employer.

Rev. 12/13/2012

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Mee Kittiphong Suwanmaneedang
Serials, BBC Library Room 224
Florida International University
North Miami, FL 33181
(305) 919-5713