Instruction Librarian

Florida Institute of Technology's Evans Library (www.lib.fit.edu
<http://www.lib.fit.edu/> ) invites applications for the position of
Instruction Librarian.  Energetic, knowledgeable, and forward-thinking
professionals are encouraged to apply for this full-time faculty
position that reports to the Library's Director of Instruction.
Applications received by July 14, 2008 will be given first
consideration.

Position Responsibilities:

Investigates and implements Web 2.0 technologies for the purpose of:

*	building a collection of select information literacy learning
objects
*	offering library users new methods of communication
*	increasing capabilities for interactivity on the Web
*	providing more opportunities for innovative collaboration with
the Library and campus faculty, students, and staff
*	adding accessibility to digital content

Develops, designs, and delivers a variety of instructional sessions and
tools, for the teaching of a one-credit course, for support of Florida
Tech course requirements, and for around-the-world and around-the-clock
access

Contributes to the design, promotion, coordination, delivery, and
assessment of the Library's instructional programs

Provides research and reference assistance to on-site and distant
graduate and undergraduate students, teaching and research faculty, and
members of the community.  Some evenings and weekends are required.

Serves as liaison to one or more academic units

Requirements:

Minimum Education and Experience:

Master's degree in Library Science, from an ALA-accredited university

Practical knowledge of emerging technologies, such as IM, wikis,
mediacasting, RSS, blogs, and course management software

Preferred Experience:

Two years of professional library experience in an academic library

Located in Melbourne (http://www.melbourneflorida.org/
<http://www.melbourneflorida.org/> ), Florida Institute of Technology
(www.fit.edu <http://www.fit.edu/> ) is the southeast's only private
technological university and offers over 100 bachelor, master, and
doctoral programs on-site and online.

Appointment:  Available immediately; full-time, 12-month faculty
position with excellent benefits.

Application Process: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and will
be accepted until the position is filled.  Applications received by July
14, 2008 will be given first consideration. Send/email cover letter
outlining qualifications, resume, and three references with contact
information to:

Kathy Turner

Director of Instruction

Evans Library

Florida Institute of Technology
150 West University Boulevard
Melbourne, FL 32901-6975

321-674-8839 (voice)

321-724-2559 (fax)

kturner@fit.edu <mailto:kturner@fit.edu>

Florida Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.