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>Position Announcement: Information Literacy Librarian
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>Mount Allison University Libraries invite applications from qualified
>candidates for the position of Information Literacy Librarian. This is a
>2-year term appointment.
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>The Mount Allison University Libraries and Archives are committed to
>working with students and faculty to promote information literacy across
>the curriculum. The information literacy programme at Mount Allison has
>been developing over the past two years. With an interested and active
>faculty, the momentum will be carried by the successful candidate.
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>In the first year of the appointment, the successful candidate will work
>closely with faculty and librarians to continue the development,
>promotion, delivery and assessment of information literacy initiatives for
>the Mount Allison University Libraries.  The second year will involve
>working in close collaboration with the Information Literacy Coordinator
>to integrate more fully the information literacy programme into the
>curricula at Mount Allison and participate in related research
>projects.  As a member of the Public Services team, the Information
>Literacy Librarian's responsibilities will also include reference service,
>information literacy instruction, the development of reference and
>instructional materials in a variety of media, collection development for
>multiple subject areas, and outreach activities in the Mount Allison
>University Libraries and Archives. Some evening and weekend work will be
>required.
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>Qualifications for this position include an MLS or equivalent from an ALA
>accredited library school;  experience in the planning, designing,
>delivery and evaluation of information literacy programmes; and
>demonstrated abilities in providing instructional and reference services
>in a collegial, academic environment. The successful candidate must
>possess excellent oral and written communication skills; a strong public
>service and service centred philosophy; and a keen interest in teaching,
>reference, and outreach. Familiarity with web-based and instructional
>technologies would be an asset.
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>Mount Allison University, located in Sackville, N.B., is a leader in
>providing quality liberal education to undergraduate students in arts,
>sciences, social sciences, fine arts and music.  Mount Allison's intimate
>educational environment extends learning beyond the classroom, engendering
>growth of the whole person through a full range of experiences on the
>campus and in the community.
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>The Mount Allison Libraries include the Ralph Pickard Bell Library which
>is the main library, the Alfred Whitehead Music Library and the University
>Archives.  We invite you to look at our website (www.mta.ca) for more
>information about the Libraries and about the University.
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>The appointment will be made at the rank of General Librarian and will
>commence on or about July 1, 2004.  Applicants should send a letter of
>application and curriculum vitae, and arrange to have three letters of
>recommendation sent directly to:
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>Bruno Gnassi, University Librarian and Chair of the Search Committee
>Ralph Pickard Bell Library
>Mount Allison University
>49 York Street, Sackville, N.B. E4L 1E6
>Fax: (506) 364-2617; E-mail: [log in to unmask]
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>The closing date is May 21, 2004, or until the position is filled.  Mount
>Allison University has an employment equity programme and encourages
>applications from all qualified women and men, including aboriginal
>peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible
>minorities.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however,
>Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.