Montana State University - Office of Student Engagement is hiring: Librarian/Ins

Librarian/Instructor Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

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For questions regarding this position, please contact: Robin Francis 406-994-4997 robin@montana.edu

Position Overview

This is a posting to gather a pool of qualified applicants for possible Librarian and other professional openings, on an as needed basis. Work may involve reference and instructional service, other functional specialties as needed, and/or special projects.

Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities vary depending on assignment.

Required Qualifications

• A Master’s degree from an ALA accredited graduate program or terminal graduate degree in a field appropriate to the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous relevant experience in an academic environment.
• Previous experience working in an instruction or public services role in a college or university.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Have excellent communication skills across a range of audiences, including students, faculty, library colleagues, and the professional community.
• Have excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to relate to and establish rapport with a college student population.
• Exercise good judgment and self-motivation.
• Possess strong interest in student success.
• Be committed to quality teaching.
• Have an appreciation of diverse constituencies and add intellectual diversity to the department.
• Dedication to supporting and enhancing Montana State University’s initiative for diversity, equity, and inclusiveness.

Position Special Requirements / Additional Information

• The working hours for this position will be set, but will also require an individual with flexibility in their schedules to meet occasional vacation and sick leave demands of the department.
• The position for which you have applied may be a Union position. Union affiliation is determined by job duties and the collective bargaining unit.
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• Non-Tenure Track Faculty – Any position that is .5 FTE or more is represented by the Associated Faculty of Montana State University (AFMSU). Faculty covered by AFMSU may choose to pay membership dues. This is a condition of employment.
• Any position less than .5 FTE is not represented by the Union and is not required to pay dues.
• If the FTE changes during employment, the representational status of this position could be impacted.
• Exceptions: Anyone having successfully completed a PEI exam or any faculty working in Extension are exempt from the Union.

Physical Demands

• The primary work environment is a climate controlled office setting, with the main work area in a busy and often noisy public service area.
• Duties will expose employees to some dust and particulates as part of work related to library collections (books, etc.)
• Ability to raise and transport materials and items up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to work at computer terminals for at least 3-4 hours a day.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies: Multiple Positions Desired Start Date: Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the hiring pool for up to two years. Position End Date (if temporary): Open Applications will be accepted and screened for the duration of this pool.

Special Instructions

Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Applicants are retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

Applicant Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

Supplemental questions are optional.