FW: [Asis-l] Minority Librarian Residency Program; University of Tennessee, Knoxville

[Raya Fidel]

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Subject: [Asis-l] Minority Librarian Residency Program; University of
Tennessee, Knoxville

MINORITY LIBRARIAN RESIDENCY PROGRAM
University of Tennessee Libraries


Come be a part of The University of Tennessee Libraries' Minority
Librarian Residency Program. Building on the success of its first
program, launched in 2003, the UT Libraries is seeking three candidates
for a two- year program beginning fall 2005. The purpose of the program
is to attract recent library school graduates from underrepresented
groups to a challenging and rewarding career in academic librarianship.
Successful candidates will serve as residents for two years and may be
eligible for permanent employment as faculty upon completion of the
program. Residents will work closely with librarians to develop skills
and career plans, develop collegial relationships with faculty outside
the library, participate in library committees, and become involved with
professional associations. Residents will work in several areas of the
library and will work and take part in a variety of initiatives and
projects.


ENVIRONMENT:
The University of Tennessee is a Carnegie Research Level One institution
and enrolls approximately 26,000 students from the United States and
over one hundred other countries. The institution welcomes and honors
people of all races, creeds, cultures and sexual orientation, and values
intellectual curiosity, pursuit of knowledge, and academic freedom and
integrity. The UT Libraries, with an annual budget exceeding
$13,000,000, holds 2,000,000 volumes and employs over 300 people
including 50 librarians. The University is located in Knoxville, the
largest city in East Tennessee. Founded in 1791 and located in a valley
between the Cumberland Mountains to the northwest and Great Smoky
Mountains to the southeast, Knoxville has affordable housing, a low
crime rate, and a pleasant climate. There is no income tax in the state
of Tennessee.


QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED: A recent graduate degree from an ALA accredited master's
program; member of historically underrepresented group; must have
authorization to work in the U.S.; ability to work effectively in a team
environment; excellent oral and written communication skills;
demonstrated interest in scholarship and professional growth; strong
service orientation; knowledge of issues and development in academic
libraries.


SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Appointment as non-tenure track Research Assistant Professor at a
minimum salary of $40,000. There is financial support for attending
conferences, seminars, and workshops. Relocation assistance will be
provided. Excellent benefits include 24 annual leave days; choice of
state retirement plan or TIAA/CREF with non- refundable contributions
paid for the employee by the University; optional group health and life
insurance plans. Tuition remission is available for all university
employees and partial undergraduate tuition remission is available to
dependent children and spouses of UT employees.


MENTORING: After orientation, residents will be asked to select one or
more mentors. Candidates will receive guidance from a mentor with the
goal of completing a specialized project during the second year of their
residency.


APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send letter of application, a current resume, and
the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three
recent references to: Jill Keally, Assistant Dean, 1015 Volunteer Blvd.,
Knoxville, TN 37996-1000. Application materials may be sent via email
attachment to jkeally at utk.edu.  The review process will begin in May and
continue until three candidates are recommended for appointment with a
start date of September 1, 2005. Finalists will be brought to Knoxville
for interviews. Qualified spring and summer semester 2005 graduates are
encouraged to apply.


TO FIND OUT MORE about the program and the Libraries' commitment to
diversity, potential applicants are encouraged to review the following
web
sites:
"^	UT Libraries (www.lib.utk.edu/)
"^	UT Libraries' Diversity Committee (www.lib.utk.edu/diversity/)
"^	Minority Residency Program
(www.lib.utk.edu/diversity/activities/minorityresidency.html)
"^	Diversity Librarians' Network (www.lib.utk.edu/residents/dln/),
developed and maintained by current UT Libraries' residents.
Candidates are also welcome to contact the current residents at
residents at lib.utk.edu to learn more about the program as well as to ask
questions.

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"DIVERSITY is a commitment to recognizing and appreciating the variety
of characteristics that make individuals unique in an atmosphere that
promotes and celebrates individual and collective achievement." --UT
Libraries' Diversity Committee

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The University of Tennessee does not discriminate on the basis of race,
sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability or veteran status
in provision of educational programs and services or employment
opportunities and benefits. This policy extends to both employment by
and admission to the University.

The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or
disability in the education programs and activities pursuant to the
requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of
the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.

Inquires and charges of violation concerning Title VI, Title IX, Section
504, ADA or the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) or any of
the other above referenced policies should be directed to the Office of
Equity and Diversity (OED), 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN
37996-3560, telephone 865/974-2498 (TTY available). Requests for
accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator
at the Office of Human Resources Management, 600 Henley Street,
Knoxville, TN 37996-4125.

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