[IUG] Head of Reference Librarian

[Joyce Peebles <peebles at CLEMSON dot EDU>]

Clemson University Libraries would like to place 
the following ad on your listserv:


Head of Reference, Cooper Library
Clemson University Libraries

Clemson University seeks a librarian with vision, 
flexibility, enthusiasm, initiative, and strong 
service orientation to lead the Reference Unit of 
Cooper Library, the main library of Clemson 
University. This is a 12-month tenure-track 
position with faculty rank and status.

Required: ALA-accredited MLS degree; 3-5 years 
professional experience and demonstrated skills 
in reference, instruction, and collection 
development in an academic or research library; 
demonstrated skills directing and evaluating the 
work of others; superior communication skills 
applied in professional settings; excellent 
interpersonal skills evidenced by cooperative 
work and maintenance of  effective working 
relationships with colleagues, faculty, students, 
and staff; demonstrated commitment to service; 
evidence of flexibility and ability to manage 
multiple tasks; ability to meet criteria for reappointment and promotion.

Preferred: Clear understanding and knowledge of 
reference best practices, current trends, new 
technologies, and assessment; library management 
or leadership experience; proven problem-solving 
and organizational skills, including ability to 
plan, organize, and implement projects; 
understanding of the instructional and scholarly 
needs of students and faculty at a research 
university; demonstrated ability to set 
objectives and priorities; budget management 
skills; advanced degree in a subject area; experience in effective teaching.

Salary and benefits: Minimum $55,000; rank and 
competitive salary based on the successful 
candidate?s qualifications and experience.

For additional information on this position, 
please go to:  www.lib.clemson.edu/libjobs/faculty/ ReferenceHead.htm

Application process: Submit a letter of interest 
addressing the requirements for the position, 
your résumé, and names, addresses, and telephone 
numbers of three professional references to: 
Pamela A. Draper, Chair, Head of Reference Search 
Committee, Cooper Library, Box 343001, Clemson 
University, Clemson , SC 29634-3001.  Phone (864) 
656-6374. Fax (864) 656-7608.  This information 
may also be submitted electronically as a single 
attachment in Word, PDF, or RTF format to 
pdraper at clemson dot edu dot  Only applications postmarked 
by January 31, 2007 will be guaranteed a full 
review. Candidates invited for on-site interviews 
will give a 20-minute presentation to library faculty and staff.

Clemson University is an Affirmative Action/Equal 
Employment Opportunity employer and does not 
discriminate against any individual or group of 
individuals on the basis of age, color, 
disability, gender, national origin, race, 
religion, sexual orientation or veteran status.



Thank you.


Joyce W. Peebles
University Libraries Human Resources Manager
(864)656-0814 (Office)
(864)710-0302 (Cell)
Peebles at clemson dot edu


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