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.
Hospitality Librarian
The Florida International University Libraries seek a creative, collaborative, user-focused librarian for the position of Hospitality Librarian. This is a new position responsible for outreach, informational and instructional services, user support, and collection development as the liaison for academic programs in the Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management.
Position Description:
This position reports to the Head of Information & Research Services in the Hubert Library on our Biscayne Bay Campus. As a member of the Information & Research Services Department, the successful candidate will provide general reference and research assistance, including virtual reference services, and participate in the libraries' information literacy and instruction program. Liaison responsibilities include providing specialized instruction sessions, contributing to the scholarship efforts of the students and faculty in the Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, contributing to collection management activities, partnering between the Libraries' institutional repository and the Chaplin School, and participating in other activities and projects of the Libraries. This position will require working evening and weekend assignments. As a library faculty member, the Hospitality 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 hospitality, business, economics, financial, or related disciplines
- Experience using, and teaching others to use, business resources, including web resources, databases, etc.
- Strong service commitment
- 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 online and face-to-face research support services to the Chaplin School's students and faculty
- Provide research consultations to students, faculty, and staff in the areas of hospitality and tourism management, in both national and international spheres.
- Advanced degree or coursework in hospitality, business, or a related field.
Rank/Salary:
Commensurate with educational background and experience.
About the Libraries: For information about the FIU Libraries, please visit http://library.fiu.edu.
Applications must be submitted on-line at careers.fiu.edu. When applying please reference Job Opening ID: 505520. Attach a cover letter, a resume, and the names and contact information for 3 professional references, in a single file. To receive full consideration, applications and required materials should be received by February 28, 2013. Review will continue until position is filled. All inquiries should be directed to George Pearson, Chair of the Search and Screen Committee, at pearsong@fiu.edu .
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
Mee Kittiphong Suwanmaneedang
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Florida International University
North Miami, FL 33181
(305) 919-5713
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