Job Summary

Sam Houston State University (SHSU) and the Newton Gresham Library (NGL) seek an experienced and highly organized Head of Acquisitions to oversee the purchasing and management of all resources – print and digital – that facilitate the study, research and scholarship conducted by members of the SHSU community. The Head of Acquisitions reports to the Director of Technical Services.

Sam Houston State University (SHSU) provides attractive opportunities for individuals pursuing a rewarding and impactful career. The university offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive salaries, and a flexible work environment that promotes work-life balance. SHSU prioritizes employee well-being and job satisfaction. Additionally, professional development opportunities through educational assistance and dependent assistance programs exist.

SHSU is in Huntsville, Texas, and serves a unique student population of over 21,000. Positioned along the rapidly developing Interstate 45 corridor between Houston and Dallas, SHSU is 70 miles north of downtown Houston and 170 miles south of Dallas, located in the beautiful “piney woods”, with proximity to a state park and the national forest for outdoor recreation. Relocation assistance to Huntsville is available. Compensation is up to $85k plus robust benefits.

Job Summary

The Mabee Library at MidAmerica Nazarene University (MNU) seeks a dynamic, service-minded Instructional and Research Librarian to join a collaborative team in advancing the library’s mission to build student success through high-impact practices for information literacy and academic enrichment. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is innovative, collaborative, and committed to advancing teaching, learning, and research. The library team consists of one full-time faculty librarian, two full-time staff librarians, one quarter-time library technologist, and 10-15 undergraduate student workers. The Instructional and Research Librarian supervises and mentors some of these undergraduate student workers as peer research consultants. This position reports to the MNU Library Director and the NBC VPAA. This role requires a warm, relational person who thrives on engagement across campus. The Instructional and Research Librarian must be comfortable and energized by regular interaction with students, faculty, and staff through classroom visits, consultations, and meetings. This position also requires leadership and management of library services at Nazarene Bible College (NBC)—a fully online, sister institution. NBC and MNU share the resources of the Mabee Library. These responsibilities will comprise 50% of job duties for the Instructional and Research Librarian.

Job Summary

The Library Technician assists the Head Librarian in library operations including but not limited to serving library users; maintaining a clean, orderly study environment; helping with basic computer issues; processing and repairing library materials; monitoring and training student workers; and performing other library tasks. This role also requires a comprehensive understanding of and commitment to the unique Christian mission and vision of ACU to Transform Culture with Truth, and the ability to advance that mission and vision through the performance of its duties, including person-to-person mentorship and discipleship.

Job Summary

The Northwest University Library is seeking a full-time faculty librarian to enhance library services and access to academic resources. This role provides reference, instruction, and outreach activities, building strong relationships with the University community through both in-person and online communications. Responsibilities include preservation, organization, access, and description of materials in the Northwest University Archives, maintenance of electronic resources, and participation in interlibrary loan. The Reference Librarian functions as part of the library management team under the leadership of the Library Director. Candidates must possess a meaningful commitment to Jesus Christ, the Church, and the gospel.