Successful candidates who hold a master's degree in librarianship as well as an additional graduate degree are hired into tenure-track positions. Candidates who hold a singular graduate degree in librarianship may be hired as nontenure-track instructors. Upon completion of a second graduate degree, the individual may qualify for tenure-track. Other benefits include paid term life insurance, health insurance, and optional tax-sheltered annuity. Librarians at Central Missouri State University participate fully in campus governance and are eligible for sabbaticals and study leaves.
Librarians participate in professional development and scholarly activities.
Funding opportunities for research and professional development are also available. Courses taught may include management and administration of information agencies, information and society, Web site management, introduction to electronic information resources, and creating Web-based resources. Library science faculty members have a 9-month contract with summer teaching possible. A record of scholarship and teaching qualifying for an academic appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or above. Evidence of administrative ability and potential for growth is essential.