Job posting: Instructional Design (K-State Libraries)

Please direct all enquiries to ksul-hrgw.ksu.edu

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Instructional Design Librarian - - Mad Library Skills Wanted
K-State Libraries November 2006

K-State Libraries ( www.lib.ksu.edu ) seeks applicants for
the position
of Instructional Design Librarian. Entry-level or
experienced
librarians are welcome to apply, especially if you want to
join
progressive colleagues committed to pushing the edge of
student
learning. We are looking for someone who thrives on the
generation of
ideas through discussion, but has the self-discipline to
execute these
ideas independently. Reporting to the Coordinator of Library
Instruction, this position will have primary responsibility
for
creating online learning resources and environments for
library
instruction. Coursework, employment or other relevant
experiences
should demonstrate your qualifications. This is a tenure
track position
and appointment will be made to Assistant or Associate
Professor
according to qualifications and level of experience.
Core Position Duties :

    * Create online learning resources and/or environments,
using a
variety of media and formats
    * Maintain and create library instruction web pages
    * Maintain Assignment Calculator
    * Teach in-person library classes
    * Contribute to other library instruction projects
    * Serve at a reference desk
    * Work with subject librarians to advise or help develop
online
learning

Educational Requirements
MLS from ALA-accredited institution (or equivalent from
outside the
United States )

Required Qualifications (may be met through educational or
pre-professional experience)

    * Demonstrated understanding of learning theories
    * Demonstrated ability to seek out and learn/master new
technology,
e.g. RSS, blogs, and wikis
    * Strong commitment to user service and support
    * Knowledge of information literacy competencies and
standards
    * Experience creating and/or maintaining web sites
including
familiarity with HTML, CSS and/or Javascript
    * Ability to pursue activities and meet responsibilities
necessary
for achieving tenure at K-State Libraries
    * Ability and willingness to work with diverse groups
both on the
staff and within the user community
    * Ability and willingness to work with colleagues in
collaborative
and team environments as well as independently
    * Excellent interpersonal skills and strong service
orientation
    * Evidence of problem-solving skills
    * Excellent oral and written English communication
skills

Preferred Qualifications

    * Teaching experience
    * Understanding of the information seeking behaviors of
users
    * Understanding of accessibility issues and/or usability
testing
    * Experience and knowledge of operations in the academic
library
setting
    * Experience with graphic design tools (e.g. Photoshop)
    * Familiarity with course management systems
    * Familiarity with virtual realities
    * Willingness to work a flexible schedule

Personal Attributes Necessary to Succeed

    * Innovative
    * Proactive
    * Approachable and outgoing
    * Self motivated
    * Organized
    * Flexible
    * Creative
    * Team player/participant
    * Inclusive
    * Consensus builder - diplomatic
    * Leadership skills
    * Communicative
    * Adept at solving problems

Continued growth of the University and Libraries has created
opportunities for new and realigned positions. Now is an
excellent time
to join K-State Libraries.

Salary and academic rank for this position will be
commensurate with
experience. Minimum starting salary is $43,000/yr. Review of
applications begins January 19, 2007 and continues until the
position
is filled. When applying, please reference JOB IDL #6528 in
the subject
line. Send a cover letter explaining your interest and
qualifications,
a curriculum vitae, and contact information for three
references to:
Peggy Goe, K-State Libraries, 504 Hale Library, Manhattan ,
KS 66506
-1200. Phone: 785-532 - 2899 . Fax: 785-532-7415. E-mail:
ksul-hrgw.ksu.edu .

About K-State
Kansas State University was founded February 16, 1863, as
the first land
grant university in the nation created under the Morrill Act
of 1862.
K-State has been ranked on several lists of “most unwired”
and “most
connected” colleges. The university holds a proud tradition
based on
Agriculture, Engineering, Arts, Sciences, and Human Studies
“providing
the practical arts for the children of the working class.”
K-State
offers more than 250 undergraduate majors, 113 graduate
majors
(including masters and doctoral programs), and 16
certificates (3
undergraduate and 13 graduate). Over 23,000 students are
enrolled at
K-State, with approximately 1,200 faculty members and 4,700
staff.

K-State Libraries: Innovative. Interactive. Inspirational .
. .
Individual.
Kansas State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity
Employer strongly committed to diversity. We value qualified
candidates
who can bring to our community a variety of backgrounds and
experiences.

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Harish Maringanti
Systems Analyst
K-State Libraries
(785)532-7462




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