Position: Distance Learning Librarian Wendy Helmstetter 15 Jan 2008 16:47 UTC
Distance Learning Librarian Evans Library Florida Institute of Technology The Evans Library of Florida Institute of Technology (www.fit.edu) has an immediate opening for a Distance Learning Librarian and invites applications from enthusiastic, flexible, innovative, and service-oriented professionals. The Distance Learning Librarian will work with Evans Library colleagues to deliver user-centered services to the online academic community. The Library's mission is to offer the highest possible quality of services and resources for all Florida Tech faculty, students, and academic support personnel regardless of geographic location. Florida Institute of Technology, an accredited, nationally recognized university, continues to expand its online learning programs, and will offer undergraduate and graduate degrees in many fields, as well as associate degrees. The university will offer MBAs (with concentrations in Management; Marketing; Accounting and Finance; and Health Care Management), and an MS in Information Technology. Bachelor's degrees will be available in Accounting, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, and an HR Administration minor. Associate degrees will be offered in liberal arts and business administration. Responsibilities: The Distance Learning Librarian proactively and responsively plans, implements, coordinates, delivers, assesses, and promotes a full range of distance learning library services; builds partnerships with and serves as liaison to Florida Tech's online and distance learning community; provides remote and campus-based research, reference and information delivery services; develops and provides online tutorials, research guides, and instructional services; and collaborates with colleagues to develop library resources and services for online programs. Some evening and weekend hours are required. Qualifications: Required: ALA-accredited MLS. Strong commitment to outreach service; exceptional communication, presentation and organizational skills; positive service attitude; excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse and non-traditional clientele; ability to work independently and as a team member, and to assess and shift priorities in a demanding and rapidly changing environment. Preferred: Academic library background; experience delivering library services to distance learners. Faculty status with 12-month annual salary; excellent benefits and environment. Visit our Library's homepage at http://www.lib.fit.edu. Application Process: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and will be accepted until the position is filled. Candidates are urged to apply as soon as possible to receive full consideration. Send/email cover letter outlining qualifications, resume, and three references with contact information to: Linda Khan Information Services Librarian Evans Library Florida Institute of Technology 150 West University Boulevard Melbourne, FL 32901