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

Position Details ================

Position Information -------------------

Announcement Number: FAC - VA - 26069

For questions regarding this position, please contact Robin Francis at 406-994-4997 or robinmontana.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, 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

If other specify -----------------

From date

If other specify -----------------

End date

Union Affiliation -----------------

Contact HR for Determination

FTE -----

Varies

Benefits --------

Eligible -----

Depends on FTE -----

please contact Human Resources - 406-994-3651

Salary ------

Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications

Contract Type -------------

LOA

If other please specify -----------------

Recruitment Type ----------------

Open

Position Details ----------------

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.

Duties and Responsibilities -----------------------------

Vary depending on assignment.

Required Qualifications ----------------------

• Experience
• Education
• Knowledge & Skills
• A Masters 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.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• The ability to relate to and establish rapport with a college student population.
• Good judgment and self-motivation.
• A strong interest in student success.
• Commitment to quality teaching.
• An appreciation of diverse constituencies and the ability to add intellectual diversity to the department.
• Dedication to supporting and enhancing Montana State Universitys 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.

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.

Additional information can be found at AFMSU or by emailing AFSMU.

Exceptions ------------

Anyone having successfully completed a PEI exam or any faculty working in Extension are exempt from the Union.

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.

The Program ------------

The Department --------------

The College ------------

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 positions 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 Date ------------

Close Date ------------

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 positions are filled.

Applicants are retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.

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.

In compliance with the Montana Veterans Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.

To claim veterans preference, please complete the veterans preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

FLSA Details ----------------

FLSA Determination ------------------

FLSA Status -------------

Applicant Documents Required ---------------------------

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• OR Curriculum Vitae
• Optional Documents
• Supplemental Questions
• Required fields are indicated with an asterisk.