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Librarian, Reference and Instructional Services, Mid-America Christian University, Oklahoma City, OK

The C. E. Brown Library at Mid-America Christian University invites applications for the position of Reference & Instructional Services Librarian from professional librarians who are interested in joining a university that emphasizes excellence in teaching and spiritual mentoring. The ideal applicant will have an ALA accredited Master's degree in Library/Information Science, practical experience; strong teaching skills; and involvement in a local evangelical church. Mid-America Christian University is a baccalaureate granting institution accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, affiliated with the Church of God of Anderson, IN, and seeks faculty who possess an active and mature Christian faith.

Job Description/Responsibilities: Reference and Instructional Services Librarian provides traditional and digital reference services and library instruction for students and other library users. This librarian will also have responsibilities in the area of acquisitions, developing and managing the print and electronic collections. Supervises and provides Library instruction days, some evenings and, perhaps, and occasional weekend. Work schedule may vary due to library requirements.

Qualifications Required: Master's degree from an ALA accredited library program. Familiarity with information resources in a variety of formats. Ability to learn and apply new teaching technologies quickly. Demonstrated evidence of initiative and resourcefulness, have a strong customer service orientation, a proven ability to work collaboratively and independently, and a commitment to understanding and serving the needs of a diverse environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred: Teaching or library instruction experience in an academic library. Knowledge of teaching and research methodologies and their application to information literacy. Experience with print and electronic Reference Collection development.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must possess the ability to travel utilizing an automobile for short and long distances, airplane, and/or train.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Recommended Salary: $32,500 plus benefits

Job Open Date 06-01-2006

Application Process: Screening will begin immediately and will continue
until the position is filled. Please send cover letter, resume, and copies
of transcripts to:

Dr. Jon Sparks
Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences
Mid-America Christian University
3500 SW 119th St.
Oklahoma City, OK 73170.

Email: jsparks @ macu.edu. Fax: (405) 692-3165. Information
about Mid-America Christian University at http://www.macu.edu/.