[LIBJOBS] University of Tennessee - Diveristy Librarian Residency Program

The University of Tennessee Libraries
Faculty Vacancy

The University of Tennessee Libraries’ invites applications for a two-year Diversity Librarian Residency program. UT Libraries will select two librarians for a new cohort group in this successful career growth program. The purpose of the residency is to attract recent library school graduates to a challenging and rewarding career in academic librarianship. Residents will work closely with colleagues to develop specialized expertise, build leadership experience, and foster collegial relationships within the university learning community.  Residents will also provide meaningful contributions to the diversity and intercultural goals of the university, participate in library committees, and become involved with professional associations.  In the first year, the Residents will rotate through three functional areas to  be determined mutually by the Residents and the  Libraries.  In the second year, the Residents will develop specialized  expertise by focusing on one service area.  Emphasis will also be placed on developing a research agenda and program of scholarship. Required Qualifications: A graduate degree from an ALA accredited master’s program earned between May 2010 – June 2012; ability to work effectively in a team environment; a commitment to advancing the Libraries’ and University’s diversity goals as demonstrated by past experience or through leadership activities; excellent oral and written communication skills; demonstrated interest in scholarship and professional growth, strong service orientation; knowledge of issues and trends in academic libraries. Must have authorization to work in the United States for duration of the program (2 years). Preferred Qualification:  Expertise in one of the priority areas.Additional information about this position and the UT community is available at http://www.lib.utk.edu/employ/faculty/diversitylibrarians.html. The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services.  All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.