The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s Townsend Memorial Library seeks qualified faculty member with an initial appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor (non-tenure track), commensurate with experience. UMHB seeks faculty who are active Christians and dedicated librarians to prepare students for leadership, service, and faith-informed discernment in a global society.
The Townsend Memorial Library supports instruction, research, creativity, and the advancement and transmission of knowledge as the University prepares students for leadership, service, and faith-informed discernment in a global society.
UMHB is conveniently located in Belton, an historic town of 22,000 in the heart of central Texas. Nearby cities are Temple (5 miles), Waco (45 miles), Austin (65 miles), San Antonio (130 miles) and Dallas/Ft. Worth (130 miles). Excellent schools, abundant cultural and recreational opportunities, and a high quality of life are hallmarks of the local community.
Faculty Responsibilities:
Activities required of all faculty include exemplary librarianship, collection development, professional development; and service to the library and the university.
Specific Responsibilities:
Oversee the acquisition of all physical materials as well as electronic materials (in conjunction with the Electronic Resources Librarian), according to university policies and guidelines, including the expenditure, processing, payment, and reconciliation of the collections budget.
- Coordinate with subject librarians on selection and collection development matters such as review, withdrawal, duplication, etc.
- Create and communicate reports as requested regarding expenditures, accounting, and budgets.
- Serve as library liaison to selected academic programs.
- Provide Reference and Instruction services as needed.
- Develop procedures and workflows for training and efficiency.
- Participate in professional development activities in collection development and academic librarianship.
- MLS or MLIS from an ALA-accredited program. New graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Excellent library instruction and communication skills, a dedication to professional development, and commitment to quality improvement are essential.
- Appreciation for and ability to deal positively and sensitively with a variety of patrons.
- Meticulous attention to detail is required.
- Must be an active, and committed Christian.
Salaries and Benefits:
Similar Positions
-
Assistant/Associate Professor Collection Development And Instruction Librarian, UNIVERSITY OF MARY HARDIN-BAYLOR, United States, 6 days ago
27 Apr 2024 Job Information Organisation/Company UNIVERSITY OF MARY HARDIN-BAYLOR Research Field Educational sciences Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) First Stage Researcher (R1) Coun...
-
Student Success Coach, Central Texas College, United States, about 10 hours ago
Assist Student Success & Persistence ( SSP ) with the implementation of retention/success programs specifically related to student success coaching. Serve as a liaison within SOAR (Success, Orient...
-
Senior Coordinator, Academic Services Temple, Tx , Baylor College of Medicine, United States, 27 days ago
Apply now » Title: Senior Coordinator, Academic Services - Temple, TX Division: School of Medicine Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Work Location: Temple, TX Salary Range: $49,505 - $57,...
-
Evaluator/Advisor Non Traditional Learning, Central Texas College, United States, about 10 hours ago
Exempt position whose primary duties and responsibilities are to maintain all facets of providing EDPs to students in the ArmyIgnitED program. Responsible for providing educational guidance and as...
-
Dean Of Academic Instruction Restricted To Current Employees, Central Texas College, United States, 13 days ago
The Dean of Academic Instruction is a staff position whose overall duties and responsibilities include providing leadership and guidance to the faculty and associate dean(s) in the academic depart...
-
Receptionist Admin Bldg, Central Texas College, United States, 3 days ago
Position Information Position Title Receptionist Admin Bldg FLSA Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time Part Time Department College Development Campus Central Campus Location Central Campus Hourly Rate 1...