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AssistantAssociate Professor Collection Development and Instruction Librarian Year Round
Job Location:
Job Location:
Belton, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
3 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
31 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
The University of Mary Hardin-Baylors Townsend Memorial Library seeks a qualified faculty member with an initial appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor (non-tenure track) commensurate with experience. UMHB seeks faculty who are active Christians and dedicated librarians to prepare students for leadership service and faith-informed discernment in a global society.
The Townsend Memorial Library supports instruction research creativity and the advancement and transmission of knowledge as the University prepares students for leadership service and faith-informed discernment in a global society.
UMHB is conveniently located in Belton an historic town of 23000 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 librarianship collection development professional development; and service to the library and the university.
Specific Responsibilities: Oversee the acquisition of all books and Ebooks according to university policies and guidelines including processing payments from the collections budget and recording transactions in the librarys Integrated Library System (Sierra from Innovative Interfaces).
Coordinate with subject librarians on collection development matters such as selection review withdrawal duplication etc.
Use the Integrated Library System to create and communicate reports as requested regarding expenditures and budgets.
Serve as library liaison to selected academic programs.
Provide Reference and Instruction services as needed.
Develop procedures and workflows for training and efficiency.
Participate in professional development activities in collection development and
academic librarianship.
Excellent teaching and communication skills a dedication to professional attainment and commitment to quality improvement are essential. Must be an active and committed Christian.
Salaries and Benefits:
The Townsend Memorial Library supports instruction research creativity and the advancement and transmission of knowledge as the University prepares students for leadership service and faith-informed discernment in a global society.
UMHB is conveniently located in Belton an historic town of 23000 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 librarianship collection development professional development; and service to the library and the university.
Specific Responsibilities: Oversee the acquisition of all books and Ebooks according to university policies and guidelines including processing payments from the collections budget and recording transactions in the librarys Integrated Library System (Sierra from Innovative Interfaces).
Coordinate with subject librarians on collection development matters such as selection review withdrawal duplication etc.
Use the Integrated Library System to create and communicate reports as requested regarding expenditures and budgets.
Serve as library liaison to selected academic programs.
Provide Reference and Instruction services as needed.
Develop procedures and workflows for training and efficiency.
Participate in professional development activities in collection development and
academic librarianship.
Qualifications:
- Must be an active and committed Christian who will support the Universitys mission and who will be an active participant in their local church.
- MLS or MLIS from an ALA-accredited program. New graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Excellent library instruction and communication skills a dedication to professional development and commitment to quality improvement are essential.
- Appreciation for and ability to deal positively and sensitively with a variety of patrons.
- Meticulous attention to detail is required.
- Must agree to the Universitys Employee Statement of Understanding.
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.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
A National Ranked Texas Christian University. The University Of Mary Hardin Baylor is one of the top Colleges & Universities in Texas.
