Director of Learning Resources/Head Librarian
- Employer
- University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
- Location
- Belton
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- Administrative Jobs
- Academic Affairs, Librarians & Library Services
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Director of Learning Resources/Head Librarian
Job ID: 1195
UMHB seeks a Director of Learning Resources/Head Librarian with innovative ideas to lead the Townsend Memorial Library. Reporting to the Provost, the Director of Learning Resources/Head Librarian is responsible for helping our students and faculty become information-literate in a digital world. This is a year-round, non-tenure track faculty position, with associate professor or professor rank at time of initial appointment.
The successful candidate is an enthusiastic, experienced, and innovative academic professional with significant experience in information literacy program development, collection development, reference and instruction services, coordination of information technology, assessment of library services, and oversight of library personnel, facilities and budget. The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively with faculty and staff to leverage the university's library initiatives and resources to contribute to the strategic goals of the campus.
Librarians at UMHB are members of the faculty and are expected to demonstrate continuous professional development in addition to performing their specific responsibilities. This expectation includes participating in and contributing to departmental, library and campus-wide committees/working groups and maintaining a broad awareness of current and emerging issues that affect research, teaching and learning.
UMHB seeks faculty who are active Christians and dedicated teacher-scholars to prepare students for leadership, service, and faith-informed discernment in a global society.
UMHB is conveniently located in Belton, an historic town of 20,000 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 teaching, curriculum development, student advising; professional attainment; and service to department, college, university, and the community.
Specific Responsibilities: The Director of Learning Resources/Head Librarian provides leadership for operational aspects of Townsend Memorial Library. Within the university's polices and parameters, specific duties will include:
Qualifications:
Salaries and Benefits:
Competitive salary commensurate with experience, excellent benefits including medical and dental insurance, retirement plan with match and UMHB tuition benefits for employees and their dependents.
Application Deadline:
Position will remain open until filled.
To Apply:
For more information and to apply, visit: https://umhb.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a2zc18oy2r6g
Please submit a cover letter, CV, transcript copies, and evidence of quality teaching performance with your online application. Your letter of interest should also respond to UMHB's mission and values, found at http://about.umhb.edu/our-mission. In addition, include in one page or less, a description of your own Christian beliefs and commitments.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
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Organization
About UMHB
The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor was chartered in 1845 by the Republic of Texas.
Location
Belton is located in the heart of Central Texas 60 miles north of Austin on Interstate 35. Students are a short distance from two beautiful lakes in Texas, numerous golf courses, movie theaters, and great shopping and dining options.
Academics
The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor is currently ranked in Tier One of the U.S. News & World Report as one of America's Best Universities in the Master's West Division.
Student/Faculty Ratio
15:1
Students
Over 3,492 students representing 20 foreign countries. 90% of full-time freshmen live on campus.
Financial Aid
Over 89.1% of our students receive some form of financial aid.
Athletics
NCAA Division III
American Southwest Conference
- Baseball,
- Men's and Women's Basketball,
- Football,
- Men's and Women's Golf,
- Men's and Women's Soccer,
- Softball,
- Men's and Women's Tennis, and
- Volleyball
Our Mission
Goals
- Provide undergraduate curricula, which enable both traditional and non-traditional students to develop their potentials.
- Provide graduate curricula which enable students to increase competencies in their fields of specialization.
- Integrate Christian perspectives and attitudes into the development of character, relationships, vocation and service.
- Develop and maintain effective relationships with the University's key constituents.
- Provide appropriate physical facilities, equipment, and educational support services for students, faculty, staff, and administration.
- Maintain economic stability essential to the University's successful operation.
- Maintain a highly competent faculty, staff, and administration.
- Assist students in preparation for their roles in a rapidly changing world.
- Recruit and retain a qualified and diverse student body.
- Offer quality academic advising, career counseling, and personal counseling services.
- Encourage appreciation for cultural diversity.
Our History
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