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Social Sciences Reference Librarian, University of Texas at San Antonio,
Downtown Campus

Job Description:

The University of Texas at San Antonio Library seeks to hire a motivated,
service-oriented individual to serve as Social Sciences Reference Librarian.
Reporting to the Reference Services Coordinator, this librarian will provide
reference assistance and serve as bibliographer/liaison for academic and
research programs in social work, counseling and criminal justice. This individual
will also participate in library instruction activities. S/he may supervise reference
assistants. The normal work schedule is Monday thru Friday with scheduled
evening and weekend hours. Travel between campuses will be required.

The UTSA Library is rapidly growing and supports a Reference department which
is fast-paced, student-centered and meets student needs both traditionally and
through newer virtual methods.

Required Qualifications:

An ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library or Information Science.
Successful practicum or library reference and/or teaching experience. A
Bachelor’s or an advanced degree in the social sciences with coursework in
social work, counseling or criminal justice. Demonstrated knowledge of print
and online reference sources and databases. Excellent written, verbal and
interpersonal communication skills. A strong service orientation and the ability to
work collegially and productively with diverse groups. Ability to adapt to rapidly
changing technologies and environments. Working knowledge of PC-based
applications and experience working with an integrated library system.

Preferred Qualifications:

Library reference experience at an academic institution; experience with the
development and presentation of library instruction in the use of electronic and
traditional information resources. Collection development experience in the
social sciences.

Salary: $40,042 (flexible depending on qualifications) for a 12-month
appointment. A liberal benefits package and support for professional
development is provided.

Closing Date:  October 6, 2008

The University of Texas at San Antonio serves the San Antonio metropolitan
area and the broader region of South Texas through programs and services
offered from its three campuses: 1604 Campus, Downtown Campus and UTSA's
Institute of Texan Cultures. See http://www.utsa.edu/about for more information.
With 28,534 students enrolled in 128 undergraduate and graduate degree
programs, UTSA is the second-largest component in The University of Texas
System and has been one of the state's fastest-growing public universities for
much of the last decade.

UTSA offers 64 bachelor's, 44 master's and 20 doctoral degree programs. With
ten doctoral programs and five more master’s programs in the planning stages or
awaiting final approval, UTSA is rapidly moving toward classification as a
doctoral/research intensive institution.

The UTSA Library (http://lib.utsa.edu) has facilities at all three UTSA campuses,
with 741,962 volumes, 32,551 electronic journals and periodical subscriptions,
273 electronic databases, and many other material formats including archival
materials, maps, media, and microforms. The Library’s goal is to reach
Association of Research Libraries membership within the next decade. The
Library’s integrated library system is Voyager.

San Antonio, currently the seventh largest city in the United States, is a beautiful
city, contrasting cosmopolitan progress with a rich multicultural history. The cost
of living is low, and cultural and educational opportunities abound. There is no
state income tax in Texas.

Applications must be completed through the online applicant system STARS
(https://www.utsajobs.com) together with cover letter, resume, and names,
addresses, and phone numbers of three references. Please include requisition number 20080561.  For assistance accessing STARS, call UTSA Human Resources at (210) 458-4250. This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check. UTSA is an EEO/AA employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The UTSA campus is accessible to persons with disabilities.

Applications must be completed through the online applicant system STARS
(https://www.utsajobs.com) together with cover letter, resume, and names,
addresses, and phone numbers of three references. Please include requisition number 20080561.  For assistance accessing STARS, call UTSA Human Resources at (210) 458-4250.

Internal Job Code: 20080561

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