Masters In Library Information Science Jobs in Gulfport, MS

Assistant Teaching Professor/Business, Education, and Human Sciences Librarian
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant Teaching Professor/Business, Education, and Human Sciences Librarian.
Position Details
Location
Gulf Park
730 East Beach Boulevard
Long Beach, Mississippi, 39560
United States
Division
USM - Gulf Park Library
Position Type
Faculty
Employment Status
Full Time
Grant Funded
No
Salary Range
48,400.00 - 48,400.00
Pay Grade
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
The University of Southern Mississippi invites applicants for afull-time, 12-month, non-tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Teaching Professor/Business, Education, and Human Sciences Librarian in the University Libraries Gulf Coast Library to begin in the fall of 2026.
Reviewof applications will begin two weeks after posting and will continue until theposition is filled. A completed application will include a cover letterdescribing applicant strengths and qualifications for the position, curriculumvitae, academic transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable; officialtranscripts are necessary for hire), and contact information for threeprofessional references.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in theUnited States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. TheUniversity will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).
Job SummaryThe Business, Education, and Human SciencesLibrarian is a member of a team responsible for providing general andspecialized research, instruction, outreach, and collection developmentservices. The position serves as University Libraries' (UL) primary contactwith the College of Business and Economic Development, supporting instructionaland research resource needs on the Hattiesburg and Long Beach campuses. Theposition serves as the primary contact between UL and Gulf Coast programs inthe College of Education and Human Sciences, supporting instructional andresearch resource needs. The position engages in outreach initiatives thatbuild awareness of library resources and services. Actively cultivatingrelationships with faculty, staff, and students in assigned academic areas isrequired. The primary office will be at Gulf Coast Library in Long Beach, MS.Some travel between the Long Beach and Hattiesburg campuses is required.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provides instruction in the use of researchresources through course-integrated instruction and stand-alone workshopspresented in person and online. Creates and maintains instructional tools,online tutorials, online guides (e.g., LibGuides), and other research tools inassigned areas.
2. Provides research assistance through individual research consultations, as well as providing reference and directional assistance to library users in person, by telephone, and via electronic communication methods. May participate in library programs that supportopen access and research data management within the scope of evolving libraryservices.
3. Coordinates collection development for assigned areas.
4. Coordinates outreach initiatives that seek to engage students, faculty, and staff, with a non-exclusive emphasis on assigned academic areas.
5. Fulfills the duties of a Patent and TrademarkResource Center representative, which include, but are not limited to,assisting with the efficient use of patent and trademark information sources, marketingand outreach, maintaining an up-to-date web presence, and tracking andreporting metrics as stipulated by the United States Patent and TrademarkOffice.
6. Engages in scholarship and professionaldevelopment activities and provides service to University Libraries, theUniversity, and the library profession to fulfill the expectations of a teaching-trackfaculty member. Working evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum QualificationsMaster'sdegree in library and/or information science from an American LibraryAssociation accredited program, or from an equivalent program accredited or recognizedby the appropriate national body of another country, OR equivalent advanceddegree and experience. Demonstrated experience using online databases and other types of research resources.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Demonstrated ability to teach the concepts and skills of information literacy in both formal and informal settings.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability and desire to work cooperatively and effectively with library personnel, university students, faculty, and staff, and other library users.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to set and adjust priorities and workflow in a rapidly changing environment and to accept new challenges to realize departmental and library goals.

Preferred QualificationsAdditional advanced degree in a relevant academic discipline.
Demonstrated interest in business-related librarianship.
Demonstrated experience or interest in developing outreach programs that engage students and faculty with library resources.
Demonstrated knowledge of instructional design orinstruction assessment.
Demonstrated knowledge of current business research,trends, and journals.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one ofthe nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work inpolymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringinglanguage to children with communication disorders. We are also a nationalleader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs suchas computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.
The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.