Assistant Professor – Access Services Librarian Job at Montana State University

Assistant Professor – Access Services Librarian

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Assistant to the Dean: Robin Francis
406-994-4997
robin@montana.edu

Classification Title: Assistant Professor – Access Services Librarian
Position Number: 4B3566

Brief Position Overview

This tenure‑track librarian will lead the Access, Information, and User Services (AIUS) Department, providing strategic direction, implementing new services, managing personnel at the service desk, overseeing technical aspects of the library’s online circulation, holds, and reserves services, and collaborating with other library departments to provide public services. The position will also provide library instruction to students, staff, and faculty.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the AIUS Department, providing strategic direction, implementing new services, and collaborating with other library departments to provide public services.
• Serve as Head of the AIUS Department from 2026–2028, with renewal at the dean’s discretion.
• Manage AIUS personnel, including classified staff and 13–15 student employees.
• Oversee technical aspects of the library’s online circulation, holds, and reserves services, including Springshare software and the Alma platform.
• Provide instruction to students, staff, and faculty through research consultations, library instruction sessions, workshops, and credit‑bearing courses; coordinate first‑year survey course instruction with the Instruction Department.
• Contribute scholarship and service in accordance with tenure expectations.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Master’s degree in library and information science (MLS/MLIS) from an ALA‑accredited program (or international equivalent) or terminal degree by time of appointment.
• Experience with library access services, circulation, or user services operations.
• Knowledge of reference, research support, or information literacy instruction in an academic setting.
• Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, supervisory, or project management experience.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Experience with Ex Libris Alma and Primo and with Springshare LibApps.
• Experience designing and delivering library instruction, workshops, or credit‑bearing courses.
• Knowledge of or experience with managing instructional and classroom technologies in an academic environment.
• Evidence of scholarly or professional contributions in librarianship, teaching, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with faculty, staff, and students in support of student success.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Have a broad knowledge and understanding of current trends in academic libraries, especially in access, user experience, and emerging technologies.
• Have a user‑oriented mindset for delivering outstanding library service.
• Have excellent communication skills across a range of audiences, including students, faculty, and the professional community.
• Have problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach to troubleshooting.
• Have project‑management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Have strong collaborative abilities with diverse students and colleagues.
• Contribute positively to the academic success of students and the mission of Montana State University.
• Engage in research and be an active tenure‑track faculty member capable of meeting promotion and tenure requirements.

Position Special Requirements / Additional Information

This job description is a general description and does not constitute an exhaustive statement of duties. Montana State University reserves the right to assign or reassign duties at any time.

Physical Demands

To perform this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

Application Process

Applications will be accepted beginning January 7th, 2026 and will remain open until an adequate applicant pool is established.

Application Requirements

• Cover letter highlighting experiences addressing required and preferred qualifications.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Statement of teaching philosophy (max 2 pages).

Note: This position is not eligible for new sponsorship.

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.

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