Adjunct Instructors - University Library, Multicultural Resource Center
St. Cloud, MN 
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Classification Title
Working Title Adjunct Instructors - University Library, Multicultural Resource Center
Hire Type Adjunct/PT Faculty
Division University Library
Department University Library
Unit University Library
Location Remote or SCSU Main Campus, 720 Fourth Avenue South, St. Cloud, MN 56301
FLSA Exempt
Full/Part Time Part Time
FTE
Employment Condition Adjunct
Work Shift Varies
Work Schedule/Hours/Days
Varies
Posting Details
This adjunct position will remain open for 1 year to allow departments' access to candidate pools when there is a need to hire an adjunct to teach a course(s) during defined academic semester(s).

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The successful candidate is expected to establish and maintain a professional goal to become an outstanding teacher-scholar through the use of research-based, best-practices pedagogy. They are expected to teach using both in-person and alternative delivery methods such as online and hybrid. They will regularly engage in ongoing professional development and innovation opportunities focused on pedagogical growth.
The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State's commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community.
Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the .
Salary Minimum
Salary Maximum
Salary Type Per Credit
Bargaining Unit/Plan 209, IFO
Job Description
St. Cloud State University Library is seeking applications for potential adjunct faculty librarians (part-time in the Multicultural Resource Center (MRC). MRC provides support for students, faculty and community members to research, teach about, and broaden their knowledge of historically excluded racial and ethnic groups of color in the United States. Of special interest will be the historical and contemporary experiences of people of color in the Midwest. Position responsibilities include:
  • Plan and support academic programming
  • Assist students, faculty, and community members with research and by providing instruction related to communities of color
  • Create and maintain LibGuides to aid users in research related to communities of color
  • Recommend selection of multicultural research materials for addition to the University Library collection
  • Support campus faculty in selection, adoption, and creation of low or no cost education resources, in support of University Library's Affordability Initiative
  • Special projects in support of the University Library strategic plan goals and the "It's Time" campus initiatives
Required Qualifications
  • Library science degree (MLIS, MLS, etc.) accredited by the American Library Association
  • Minimum of two years of experience with outreach to and/or research on historically excluded racial and ethnic groups of color in the United States
  • Demonstrated initiative, self-direction, and organizational skills
  • Evidence of the ability to teach and work with persons from diverse backgrounds
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience teaching in areas related to historically excluded racial and ethnic groups of color in the United States
  • Experience working in an academic library
Other Requirements
About
Founded in 1869, St. Cloud State is an award-winning regional public university and proud member of the Minnesota State Universities & Colleges system. The 100-acre campus is about an hour northwest of Minneapolis and St. Paul, along the oak-crowned west bank of the Mississippi River. St. Cloud State students prepare for life, work and citizenship by exploring the world around them and making it better. St. Cloud State employees value active and applied learning, community engagement, sustainability, and global and cultural understanding. These commitments complement more than 200 majors, minors and pre-professional programs, 60 graduate programs, and 250 student clubs and organizations. St. Cloud State began as a normal school in 1869 and became St. Cloud State Teachers College in 1921. Bachelor's degrees were first offered in 1925. Master's degrees debuted in 1957. In 1975, the institution became St. Cloud State University. In recent years, the University added applied doctoral programs in Higher Education Administration and Educational Administration and Leadership. A diverse mix of students from Midwestern towns and U.S. metropolitan areas are learning alongside more than 1,000 international students from about 80 nations.

Additional information on St. Cloud State University can be found
Why Work For Us:
Help students achieve their educational dreams. We are looking for diverse people with passion, who are engaged, serious in the work of helping those who strive and desire a college education to achieve their goals.
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Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 22-00042
Number of Vacancies
Re-posting No
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date 12/06/2021
Close Date 10/31/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Accept Applications Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Posting Contact Jennifer Quinlan, Search Committee Chair
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBT, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Title IX coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Chocoletta Simpson. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Part Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
2+ years
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