Librarian​/Instructor Non-Tenure Track Faculty; Pool

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

Montana State University – Office of Student Engagement

Brief Position Overview
This posting gathers a pool of qualified applicants for possible Librarian and related professional openings on an as‑needed basis. Work may involve reference and instructional service, functional specialties, and/or special projects.

Duties and Responsibilities
Vary depending on assignment. Possible areas include:

• Reference and instruction
• Instructional technology and/or instructional design
• Scholarly communication
• Collection development
• Digital initiatives
• Archives and special collections cataloging and metadata
• Special projects

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

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

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

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

The Successful Candidate Will
Possess the following:

• Excellent communication skills across a range of audiences, including students, faculty, library colleagues, and the professional community.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to relate to and establish rapport with a college student population.
• Good judgment and self‑motivation.
• Strong interest in student success.
• Commitment to quality teaching.
• Appreciation of diverse constituencies and ability to add intellectual diversity to the department.
• Dedication to supporting and enhancing MSU’s initiative for diversity, equity, and inclusiveness.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
The working hours are set but require flexibility to meet occasional vacation and sick leave demands of the department. Union affiliation is determined by job duties and the collective bargaining unit.
Additional details:

• Non‑Tenure Track Faculty – Any position that is .5 FTE or more is represented by the Associated Faculty of Montana State University (AFMSU).

• Positions less than .5 FTE are not represented by the Union and are not required to pay dues.

• Exceptions:
Individuals who have completed a PEI exam or faculty working in Extension are exempt from the Union.

Contact Information
Robin Francis
406‑994‑4997
robin

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume OR Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

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.