Librarian​/Instructor Non-Tenure Track Faculty; Pool

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

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.

This position is not eligible for new sponsorship.

Announcement Number - FAC - VA - 26069

For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Robin Francis at  or robin

Classification Title
- Instructor

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

Brief

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.

Faculty Tenure Track
- No

Faculty Rank
- Non-Tenure Track

Position Number - 4B6411

Department
- Library

Division
- Library

Appointment Type
- Non-Tenure Track (Pooled)

Contract Term
- Fiscal Year

Semester

Union Affiliation
- Contact HR for Determination

FTE
- Varies

Benefits Eligible
- Depends on FTE (please contact Human Resources - )

Salary
- Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications

Contract Type - LOA

Recruitment Type
- Open

General Statement
- This is a posting to gather a pool of qualified applications for possible positions in the MSU Library. We seek librarians and other professionals on an as-needed basis for work in a variety of areas, including: reference and instruction, instructional technology and/or instructional design, scholarly communication, collection development, digital initiatives, archives and special collections cataloging and metadata, special projects. Applications are accepted on a continual basis (unless otherwise indicated) and will be maintained in the pool for two years.

In your cover letter, tell us about the type of work you're seeking. If it doesn't fall into any of the categories above, no problem. We want to hear from you and what you're interested in contributing to our library. If hired, appointments vary in duration, a semester or an academic year, depending on the specific needs of the department/program.

We seek individuals who work professionally and effectively with a broad range of colleagues and constituents, possess effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and have the ability to contribute positively to the academic success of the students and the mission of Montana State University.

Duties and Responsibilities
- Vary depending on assignment.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills - A Master's degree from an ALA accredited graduate program or terminal graduate degree in a field appropriate to the position.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
- 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.

Physical Demands
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 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.

Required Documents

Optional Documents