Assistant and/or Associate Professor of Library Science

Marshall University•Huntington, WV

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About The Position

Library Science Faculty will: This is a 12 month librarian track position at the Assistant Professor / Librarian II or Associate Professor / Librarian III rank (rank to be assigned based on prior experience). Teach two or more courses MLS courses per semester within their subject area pending enrollment and program need Assist in the development and refinement of a graduate curriculum that meets American Library Association (ALA) standards, Work closely with MLS adjuncts, graduate assistants, and other student or extra help employees Assist the director with the ALA accreditation process Embed relevant assessment functions in all courses and help gather artifacts for the annual MU assessment reporting process and ALA accreditation requirements collaborate with the team overseeing student advising activities, internships, and placements assist the director and dean's office personnel with marketing and recruitment for the school, and fulfill other activities affiliated with the school's success as needed. Library faculty positions in the state of West Virginia's University System are 12-month non-tenured appointments renewed annually through a peer-review retention process. This position will also be required to follow the University Library Faculty Handbook which includes active participation in faculty governance, university service, and creative, and scholarly activities. Traditional library duties in library systems or technical services may also be part of this faculty position based on the successful candidate's expertise and when needed. Other Library Faculty Duties: function as a professional librarian with the skills and experience to perform routine library duties or lead a special project for one of the university library's departments work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively both as a team member and independently; assist in promoting teamwork among colleagues organize information, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in an effective and efficient manner exhibit command of classic information literacy and information technology skills, and demonstrate a commitment to campus participation in school and university committees, task forces, and other professional activities as required and requested.

Requirements

Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined in the job description.
An American Library Association (ALA) accredited master's degree in Library Science and an earned doctorate in Library Science or a related field (ABD candidates will be considered).
Expertise in contemporary cataloging processes and the technology systems associated with national cataloging standards and networks.
Experience teaching cataloging and related subjects at the graduate level in an ALA-accredited program for at least two years.
Knowledge of learning management system platforms for the delivery of asynchronous and synchronous course content and electronic classroom activities (Marshall uses Blackboard Ultra).
Excellent presentation and written communication skills, and a record of participation in the profession.

Nice To Haves

Second Masters degree
Experience as a digital technical services librarian in an academic or public library environment.
Experience working with the American Library Association for initial or reaccreditation of an established MLS program.
Knowledge of assessment programming relating to MLS curriculum development, the ALA accreditation process, and annual reporting.

Responsibilities

Teach two or more courses MLS courses per semester within their subject area pending enrollment and program need
Assist in the development and refinement of a graduate curriculum that meets American Library Association (ALA) standards
Work closely with MLS adjuncts, graduate assistants, and other student or extra help employees
Assist the director with the ALA accreditation process
Embed relevant assessment functions in all courses and help gather artifacts for the annual MU assessment reporting process and ALA accreditation requirements
Collaborate with the team overseeing student advising activities, internships, and placements
Assist the director and dean's office personnel with marketing and recruitment for the school
Fulfill other activities affiliated with the school's success as needed
Function as a professional librarian with the skills and experience to perform routine library duties or lead a special project for one of the university library's departments
Work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively both as a team member and independently; assist in promoting teamwork among colleagues
Organize information, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in an effective and efficient manner
Exhibit command of classic information literacy and information technology skills
Demonstrate a commitment to campus participation in school and university committees, task forces, and other professional activities as required and requested.

Benefits

Work week is 37.5 hrs.
A great highlight in December is that Marshall University employees receive almost two weeks off for Winter Break!
Holidays - Employees receive 13 Paid Holidays
Annual and Sick Leave - Classified Staff, Non-Classified Staff and 12-month Faculty earn up to 24 days of annual leave per year (max 360 hours) and up to 18 days of sick leave per year.
Health Insurance - Marshall University offers health insurance through West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA). There are seven (7) health benefit plans.
Educational/Tuition Benefits - Marshall University provides tuition benefits to regular employees (after probationary period) and their dependent children.
Retirement Plans - Marshall University offers retirement through Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA). Full-time benefits eligible employees must participate in the mandated retirement plan (401(a)).
Life Insurance - Basic term life insurance ($10,000) at no cost and may purchase optional life insurance coverage with pre-tax earnings.
Wellness Programs - PEIA provides various care management programs and the Pathways to Wellness program.

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