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The University of Washington Libraries (www.lib.washington.edu), seeks an Undergraduate Instruction Coordinator to promote services to undergraduate students at the University of Washington through innovative programs of instruction, reference, and research.

ODEGAARD UNDERGRADUATE LIBRARY (OUGL) (http://lib.washington.edu/ougl/) is an undergraduate library of strong community and collaboration, working together to create a unique and rich learning environment.

For complete information on this position, see Notice of Vacancy at www.washington.edu/admin/libjobs/.

QUALIFICATIONS-Re quired: Graduate degree from a program accredited by the ALA or an equivalent graduate library science/information studies degree. Demonstrated commitment to diversity and understanding of the contributions a diverse workforce brings to the workplace. Experience working in an academic library or equivalent work experience in a library instruction position. Extensive knowledge of current issues of library instruction and pedagogy, and demonstrated skill in leading others in meeting the challenges of providing reference and instructional services at large, decentralized institutions. Demonstrated interest in the provision of reference and information services in an academic setting required. Strong public service orientation and demonstrated interest in working with undergraduates. Ability to work successfully in a management team environment where consultation, collaboration, and cooperation are essential. Must be creative, energetic, innovative, and motivated to continually seek improvement in services, collections, facilities.

QUALIFICATIONS - Preferred: One to three years post MLS experience in library instruction and discipline-based curriculum design.

SALARY: $46,000 minimum. Starting salary commensurate with qualifications and background. Benefits include 24 days vacation, participation in the UW Retirement Plan on a matching basis, excellent medical, dental and life insurance plans. No state or local income tax.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, June 30, 2008. Send a letter of application, full resume, salary requirements, and names, addresses and telephone numbers of at least three references who are knowledgeable of the applicant’s qualifications for this position to: Charles E. Chamberlin, Senior Associate Dean, University of Washington Libraries, 482 Allen Library, Box 352900, Seattle, Washington 98195-2900.