The MTAS Research and Information Center (RIC) is seeking a Librarian 1 to join our team at the UT Municipal Technical Advisory Service.

Who is UT MTAS? Good question!

The Municipal Technical Advisory Service (MTAS) is an agency of the Institute for Public Service (IPS) of the University of Tennessee. Through MTAS, the towns and cities of Tennessee are supported by and have available experts dedicated solely to research, consulting, and training on Tennessee municipal issues. https://www.mtas.tennessee.edu/

What is the role of the MTAS RIC? Another good question!

The Research and Information Center (RIC) serves as a clearinghouse for information produced by and about cities. We are an information center which provides research, reference, and survey services. Surveys for MTAS consultants and city officials are conducted to create and collect unique information on municipal government not available from other sources. https://www.mtas.tennessee.edu/mtas-research-and-information-center

What will the Librarian 1 do in the RIC?

The Librarian 1 is part of a 3-person team that works closely and collaboratively. We are looking for a self-starter that likes lots of variety in their work and is always looking to learn something new. We are a unique and special library setting. Specific duties include acquiring, organize, providing access to, and maintaining the MTAS Library collection of materials including MTAS-produced materials (reports, studies, surveys, legal opinions, etc.), books, magazines/journals, audiovisual materials, and archival materials. Reference and instruction work are also key duties of this position and well as maintaining the agency’s social media presence.

For more details on the position’s role and responsibilities and to apply, view the position listing here: https://ut.taleo.net/careersection/ut_system/jobdetail.ftl?job=23000001HO&tz=GMT-04%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York