Millersville University of Pennsylvania seeks applications for the position of Director of the University Library. We seek a dynamic and creative leader in library services who has excellent interpersonal and team building skills to move the University Library into a learning center model that will promote the liberal arts tradition; foster collaborations and creation of knowledge within the University community; and facilitate a culture of flexibility and innovation. The Director is expected to participate in the execution of the University Library building campaign.
The University Library maintains over half a million volumes in book collection, and provides access to over 10,000 periodical titles, and has an overall budget of $3 million. There are 12 faculty librarians, 11 library staff, and 85 student assistants. Library faculty members enjoy full faculty status. The Library serves as a federal depository library and maintains significant special collections, particularly in education/curriculum and Pennsylvania history. The Library manages access to collections primarily through the Ex Libris' Voyager System.
Millersville University, a comprehensive, student-centered institution, is highly regarded for its dedication to quality instruction and its commitment to diversity, scholarship and service. Founded in 1855, Millersville is one of 14 institutions of the PA State System of Higher Education. Nationally ranked as one of the top regional public institutions of higher learning by U.S. News and World Report, Millersville is also listed among Kiplinger's 100 best value public universities in the nation. Millersville prides itself in its passion to provide students with an educational opportunity that is second to none. The University has an honored history of providing a strong liberal arts curriculum in the arts, sciences, and humanities, and excellent teacher education programs. Located in historic Lancaster County, the campus is within three hours drive of major cultural and recreational hubs of Baltimore, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., New York, the Pocono Mountains, and Atlantic Ocean beaches. Millersville is home to more than 7,200 undergraduate and 980 graduate students, 75% are full-time and 2,200 live on campus. With an 18:1 student to teacher ratio and an average class size of 25, Millersville is student-centered and is committed to an inclusive campus atmosphere that promotes a holistic approach to student learning and development. The University is selective in admitting students and there is a full-range of student support services.
RESPONSIBLITIES: The Director of the University Library is the Chief Administrative Officer of the University Library, serves as a member of the Deans' Council and reports to the Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs. The Director leads the development and implementation of a shared vision of the Library in support of the University's mission in teaching, scholarship, service, and campus/community engagement. The Director works with the Library faculty in strategic planning, integration of appropriate technology, policy development, collection development and consortial collaboration. Additionally, the Director collaborates in resource allocation, advancement and development activities; and serves as an advocate for the Library. The Director works within a collaborative system of shared governance while representing the Library to internal and external stakeholders. The Director evaluates Library faculty for reappointment and promotion and supervises support staff in accordance with collective bargaining agreements. The Director works with the University Commencement Committee to coordinate fall and spring University commencement activities. The Director performs any additional duties as assigned by the Provost.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master of Library Science from an ALA accredited program plus a second master's degree; evidence of successful management and leadership within a college or university library; demonstrated ability to lead new initiatives consonant with the liberal arts tradition at Millersville; strong communication and interpersonal skills; demonstrated effective budgetary experience; demonstrated ability to lead, evaluate and supervise faculty and staff; demonstrated previous experience with strategic planning, facilities management and accreditation and outcomes assessment; evidence of leadership in collaborative activities; knowledge of emerging trends and issues in college and university libraries and related instructional/information technologies; demonstrated record of scholarly accomplishments and commitment to professional development; evidence of commitment to diverse populations who utilize library resources; capacity to participate in advancement/development activities; successful on-campus interview and public presentation.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Earned doctorate; experience in transforming an academic library around a learning center model; experience with campus and community cultural programming; experience in project planning and management; leadership in consortial collaboration; experience and accomplishments in development of major gifts; and experience in developing grant proposals.
TO APPLY: Full consideration will be given to applications received by February 11, 2008. Electronic submissions will not be accepted. Application should include a letter detailing how the candidate fulfills the qualifications for the position, a curriculum vita, copies of transcripts, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three current professional references. Send to: Search Chair, Director of University Library/BC0108, Millersville University, P.O. Box 1002, Millersville, PA 17551-0302.
An EO/AA Institution • www.millersville.edu
Sunday, December 30, 2007
Dean of the Kraemer Family Library Reopened Search
Dean of the Kraemer Family Library
Position Number: (422101)
- Reopened Search -
The University of Colorado at Colorado Springs invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the Kraemer Family Library available July 1, 2008. The University seeks to enhance learning and scholarship by creating an inclusive environment and experience for members of diverse communities.
The Library: The Kraemer Family Library, located in El Pomar Center, consists of a collection of over 1 million items plus a growing collection of online resources, including over 28,000 electronic journals. It is staffed by 9 librarians, 11.5 support staff and 7.4 FTE student employees. A large information commons area is housed within the library. The library is a member of the Colorado Alliance of Research Libraries, participates in the Prospector Unified catalog, and works in collaboration with other libraries in the University of Colorado system.
The University: UCCS, one of three universities in the University of Colorado system, emphasizes a broad range of degree programs in the liberal arts and sciences and professional programs in business, education, engineering, nursing and health sciences, and public affairs. UCCS seeks to provide unsurpassed, student-centered teaching and learning, and outstanding research and creative work that serve our community, state, and nation, aspiring to become the premier comprehensive, regional research university in the United States.
Position: The Dean of the Kraemer Family Library is the senior administrative and financial officer of the library, reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, and is a member of the Deans’ Council. Responsibilities include:
Position Number: (422101)
- Reopened Search -
The University of Colorado at Colorado Springs invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the Kraemer Family Library available July 1, 2008. The University seeks to enhance learning and scholarship by creating an inclusive environment and experience for members of diverse communities.
The Library: The Kraemer Family Library, located in El Pomar Center, consists of a collection of over 1 million items plus a growing collection of online resources, including over 28,000 electronic journals. It is staffed by 9 librarians, 11.5 support staff and 7.4 FTE student employees. A large information commons area is housed within the library. The library is a member of the Colorado Alliance of Research Libraries, participates in the Prospector Unified catalog, and works in collaboration with other libraries in the University of Colorado system.
The University: UCCS, one of three universities in the University of Colorado system, emphasizes a broad range of degree programs in the liberal arts and sciences and professional programs in business, education, engineering, nursing and health sciences, and public affairs. UCCS seeks to provide unsurpassed, student-centered teaching and learning, and outstanding research and creative work that serve our community, state, and nation, aspiring to become the premier comprehensive, regional research university in the United States.
Position: The Dean of the Kraemer Family Library is the senior administrative and financial officer of the library, reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, and is a member of the Deans’ Council. Responsibilities include:
- Providing strategic leadership for the coordination and management of library services
- Encouraging a climate of service for students, faculty, staff, and the community
- Serving as the primary advocate for the library
- Leading the technological development of the library
- Representing the library throughout the campus, the system and the larger library and educational community
- Obtaining resources, support and funding to sustain services by leading efforts to acquire external funding through gifts and grants
- Providing effective management and execution of fiscal policies and procedures
- Enhancing a culture of diversity and inclusive community within the library and with units beyond the library
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of personnel and fiscal management methods and practices; federal and state library and information related laws, regulations, and policies.
- Knowledge of all aspects of library administration on a university campus, and knowledge of technology applications for library services.
- Skill in leadership and management, and the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deliver student-oriented and faculty-oriented services on a campus with a diverse student body, faculty, and staff.
- Proven ability to manage a service-oriented work environment and create cooperative working relationships both internally and externally.
- Effectiveness in working with individuals from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds.
- Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to manage budgets and fundraise
Qualifications: Candidates for the position of Dean of the Kraemer Family Library will possess:
- Master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited program
- A record of scholarly and professional achievement warranting the award of tenure
- A record of increasing leadership responsibilities in university libraries
- Understanding and vision of emerging technology and library services issues
- Demonstrated analytic and strategic skills in the management of budgets and fiscal resources
- Ability to lead through collaborative decision-making
- Expert knowledge of current and evolving trends in library administration
FLSA Exempt Position: The University follows Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) regulations. For the purposes of FLSA this position has been determined to be exempt from (not eligible for) overtime under FLSA.
Professional Exempt Position: This position is exempt from the State Personnel system because the position meets the criteria outlined in C.R.S. 24-50-135 (1) (a): Officers of an educational institution and employees in professional positions, including deans.
Background check: The finalist for this position must consent to and pass a background investigation prior to the final appointment. This includes license and educational verification, prior employment verification, sex offender registry check, criminal history, credit history and driver’s history.
Application Process: Consideration of applications will begin February 15, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. The application package must include a letter detailing interest, pertinent experience and qualifications; current curriculum vitae; and the names and contact information for at least five professional references.
Nominations and applications should be addressed to Jayne W. Lloyd, Kraemer Family Library, University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, P.O. Box 7150, Colorado Springs, CO 80933-7150 or by email to: jlloyd@uccs.edu; phone (719) 262-3068; fax (719) 528-5227.
The University of Colorado at Colorado Springs fosters equity in employment by promoting diversity and assuring inclusiveness
Web Services/Health Sciences Librarian
The University Libraries at Wright State University is seeking applications for a Web Services/Health Sciences Librarian. This person will develop innovative web-based approaches for providing access to library services and resources and serves as liaison to academic departments in the life and health sciences.
For more information: http://www.libraries.wright.edu/about/jobopps/hslib.html
Minimum Qualifications: A.L.A. accredited M.L.S./M.L.I.S.; experience creating/designing we pages; experience with Web 2.0 technologies; strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work in team environment.
Salary: Minimum $40,000
Application: Send via e-mail a letter of application, resume, and names and contact information of three current references to: Ms. Lisa Bleeke (lisa.bleeke@wright.edu)
Fullest consideration will be give to applications received by January 28, 2008.
AA/EEO Employer.
For more information: http://www.libraries.wright.edu/about/jobopps/hslib.html
Minimum Qualifications: A.L.A. accredited M.L.S./M.L.I.S.; experience creating/designing we pages; experience with Web 2.0 technologies; strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work in team environment.
Salary: Minimum $40,000
Application: Send via e-mail a letter of application, resume, and names and contact information of three current references to: Ms. Lisa Bleeke (lisa.bleeke@wright.edu)
Fullest consideration will be give to applications received by January 28, 2008.
AA/EEO Employer.
Molecular & Cell Biology/Bioinformatics Librarian
Bioscience & Natural Resources Library
Hiring Range: Assistant Librarian II - Librarian II
$43,560 - $75,708, based upon qualifications
The University of California, Berkeley is seeking a librarian with a scientific background and advanced degree in molecular biology who is interested in sharing his/her skills through traditional reference and bibliographic instruction services and non-traditional services such as blogs, podcasts and webmovies. This person is a member of the Bioscience Library Information Services staff and participates in the provision of reference service to the broad UC Berkeley Bioscience and Natural Resources community and in teaching through course-related and drop-in research instruction classes. Reference service and instruction are also offered though emerging technologies.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and conduct educational programs related to the selection and use of molecular biology and bioinformatics resources.
- Share responsibility for scheduled reference desk service (including Saturdays) as well as electronic reference and individual consultations, providing general and specialized reference service in biology and natural resources.
- Maintain current awareness of newly developed databases and resources and develop innovative approaches to disseminating this information.
- Collaborate with Bioscience library staff regarding education programs, digital library services, library collections, exhibits and reference service.
- Provide specialized research consultation and instruction to students and faculty.
- Provide orientations, tours, lectures and web based guides.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Librarian experience in a research or academic setting.
- Demonstrated aptitude for teaching and developing user-oriented documentation.
- Demonstrated knowledge of print and electronic reference and bibliographic tools in the life sciences.
- Subject expertise in areas such as molecular biology and genomic sciences.
- Excellent interpersonal , communication, organizational and analytic skills.
- Experience with HTML, DHTML, CSS and Javascript.
- Ability to work creatively, collaboratively and effectively both as a team member and independently.
- Academic background in molecular or cell biology or bioinformatics.
- Understanding of and skill in the use and manipulation of molecular resources, software and search engines including the following areas: sequence, structure, proteomic and genomic.
Preferred:
- MLS from an ALA-accredited institution, or equivalent degree. (Candidates must complete work toward an MLS or its equivalent, and be in receipt of the degree before they can achieve career status.)
- Advanced Degree in molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry or an equivalent field.
- Demonstrated successful experience in classroom teaching and/or development of training materials.
- Experience with integrating new technologies into the delivery of information service.
DEADLINE: Consideration will be given to applications received by February 15, 2008.
The Library at the University of California, Berkeley is committed to the support and encouragement of a multicultural environment and seeks candidates who can make positive and imaginative contributions in a context of ethnic and cultural diversity.
Professional librarians at UC are academic appointees and are represented by an exclusive bargaining agent, University Council – American Federation of Teachers (UC-AFT). This position is in the bargaining unit.
Librarians are entitled to appropriate professional leave, two days per month of vacation leave, one day per month of sick leave, and all other benefits granted to non-faculty academic personnel. UC has an excellent retirement system and sponsors a variety of group health, dental, vision and life insurance plans in addition to other benefits. Relocation assistance is provided.
Applicants should apply in writing, including with their letter a complete statement of qualifications, a full resume of their education and relevant experience, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references who are knowledgeable about their qualifications for this position. Send applications to:
Barbara Kornstein
Academic Personnel Specialist
Library Human Resources Department
110 The Library
University of California
Berkeley, CA 94720-6000
Or FAX to: 510-642-8675
Or EMAIL: librec@library.berkeley.edu
Applications sent via e-mail preferred.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer
For complete information, please visit http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/LHRD/mcbioinfo.html
Hiring Range: Assistant Librarian II - Librarian II
$43,560 - $75,708, based upon qualifications
The University of California, Berkeley is seeking a librarian with a scientific background and advanced degree in molecular biology who is interested in sharing his/her skills through traditional reference and bibliographic instruction services and non-traditional services such as blogs, podcasts and webmovies. This person is a member of the Bioscience Library Information Services staff and participates in the provision of reference service to the broad UC Berkeley Bioscience and Natural Resources community and in teaching through course-related and drop-in research instruction classes. Reference service and instruction are also offered though emerging technologies.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and conduct educational programs related to the selection and use of molecular biology and bioinformatics resources.
- Share responsibility for scheduled reference desk service (including Saturdays) as well as electronic reference and individual consultations, providing general and specialized reference service in biology and natural resources.
- Maintain current awareness of newly developed databases and resources and develop innovative approaches to disseminating this information.
- Collaborate with Bioscience library staff regarding education programs, digital library services, library collections, exhibits and reference service.
- Provide specialized research consultation and instruction to students and faculty.
- Provide orientations, tours, lectures and web based guides.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Librarian experience in a research or academic setting.
- Demonstrated aptitude for teaching and developing user-oriented documentation.
- Demonstrated knowledge of print and electronic reference and bibliographic tools in the life sciences.
- Subject expertise in areas such as molecular biology and genomic sciences.
- Excellent interpersonal , communication, organizational and analytic skills.
- Experience with HTML, DHTML, CSS and Javascript.
- Ability to work creatively, collaboratively and effectively both as a team member and independently.
- Academic background in molecular or cell biology or bioinformatics.
- Understanding of and skill in the use and manipulation of molecular resources, software and search engines including the following areas: sequence, structure, proteomic and genomic.
Preferred:
- MLS from an ALA-accredited institution, or equivalent degree. (Candidates must complete work toward an MLS or its equivalent, and be in receipt of the degree before they can achieve career status.)
- Advanced Degree in molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry or an equivalent field.
- Demonstrated successful experience in classroom teaching and/or development of training materials.
- Experience with integrating new technologies into the delivery of information service.
DEADLINE: Consideration will be given to applications received by February 15, 2008.
The Library at the University of California, Berkeley is committed to the support and encouragement of a multicultural environment and seeks candidates who can make positive and imaginative contributions in a context of ethnic and cultural diversity.
Professional librarians at UC are academic appointees and are represented by an exclusive bargaining agent, University Council – American Federation of Teachers (UC-AFT). This position is in the bargaining unit.
Librarians are entitled to appropriate professional leave, two days per month of vacation leave, one day per month of sick leave, and all other benefits granted to non-faculty academic personnel. UC has an excellent retirement system and sponsors a variety of group health, dental, vision and life insurance plans in addition to other benefits. Relocation assistance is provided.
Applicants should apply in writing, including with their letter a complete statement of qualifications, a full resume of their education and relevant experience, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references who are knowledgeable about their qualifications for this position. Send applications to:
Barbara Kornstein
Academic Personnel Specialist
Library Human Resources Department
110 The Library
University of California
Berkeley, CA 94720-6000
Or FAX to: 510-642-8675
Or EMAIL: librec@library.berkeley.edu
Applications sent via e-mail preferred.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer
For complete information, please visit http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/LHRD/mcbioinfo.html
Social Sciences Librarian
California State University, Long Beach
Library and Academic Technology Services
Tenure-Track position # 483
11/29/2007
Effective Date: July 1, 2008
The Social Sciences Librarian will provide support for students and faculty of the departments of Sociology, Social Work, and Journalism.
Duties
The duties and responsibilities of this position include:
- providing reference service approximately 10 hours per week at a busy general reference desk, including approximately two nights and one weekend per month
- conducting library instruction for classes from the departments Sociology, Social Work, and Journalism
- conducting general library outreach and instruction sessions as requested
- serving as the library’s subject specialist and liaison for the above departments
- engaging in library and university governance and scholarship, including research and publication
Qualifications
Required:
· Masters degree from an American Library Association-accredited institution by the date of appointment
· experience working collaboratively with college/university faculty, staff, and students
· effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
· ability to communicate with/relate to an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community
· the ability to fulfill the scholarly and service expectations of a tenure-track position
· a thorough grounding in instruction, including the ability to impart information literacy skills and concepts, to develop effective instructional materials, and to show students how to formulate information-seeking strategies, particularly at the college level
· ability to evaluate, select, and review information resources in relation to curricular needs
Desired:
· a degree in any discipline within the social sciences
· ability to function as a generalist in a cooperative, general reference environment
· proficiency in using and teaching electronic information resources
· manifestation of a commitment to service excellence
· record of significant involvement in library and/or social science-related professional organizations
· flexibility, initiative, and tolerance for ambiguity; ability to flourish in a rapidly changing environment
Required Documentation
Candidates must submit:
· a letter of application addressing each of the required qualifications and as many of the desired qualifications as applicable (please be as specific as possible)
· a current resume
· up-to-date letters of recommendation from three persons able to comment upon the candidate’s ability to fulfill the library’s requirements and expectations of the position
· a copy of the official transcript from the university awarding the library Masters degree (a photocopy is acceptable until the official transcript can be provided)
· an official University application form (SC-1)
This is a full-time tenure track faculty position. CSULB librarians are represented by the California Faculty Association, a CTA/NEA and AAUP affiliate. The University provides comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, sick leave and vacation. A ten-month work year is negotiable.
Salary Range
Senior Assistant Librarian (12 month) $55,944-$70,680
Associate Librarian (12 month) $64,320-$89,472
Application Deadline
The position is open until filled. Screening of applicant files (which must include all required documentation) is expected to begin on March 1, 2008. The review is expected to be completed before June 1, 2008.
Applications, required documentation, and/or requests for information should be addressed to:
University Library
Social Sciences Librarian Search Committee
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA 90840-1901
(562) 985-7839 nancyk@csulb.edu
The University and the Library
CSULB (http://www.csulb.edu/) is a vibrant, comprehensive urban university with an enrollment of approximately 35,000 students, and the one of the largest campuses in the 23-member CSU system. Located near the ocean in Long Beach, the fifth largest city in California, the 320-acre campus offers a beautifully landscaped, garden-like setting, an excellent physical plant, and outstanding instructional facilities enhanced by attractive, innovative, and aesthetically pleasing architecture and design. The Library (www.csulb.edu/library) has a collection of 1.4 million volumes, participates in local and regional consortia, and provides access to an expanding number of electronic information resources through its Innovative Interfaces integrated library system. Academic Technology Services, including the University’s course management system, is part of the library organization (www.csulb.edu/lats). The library facility is currently undergoing a remodel with completion anticipated for December 2007.
In addition to meeting its obligations under federal and state law, CSULB is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can learn, live, and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual, without regard to economic status, ethnic background, political views, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Web Services Librarian
California State University, Long Beach
Tenure-Track position # 481
11/16/2007
Effective Date: May 1, 2008
The Web Services Librarian is a key faculty member in the Library and Academic Technology Services (LATS) organization. The successful candidate will provide leadership in the development and operation of our web presence. The Web Services Librarian will help the organization evolve its services to determine which emerging Web technologies can better serve student and faculty research needs.
Duties
The duties and responsibilities of this position include:
- creating and modifying web pages using html editors and our content management system
- maintenance and development of the web interface to the library’s Innovative Interfaces web opac
- collaborate with LATS technologists to apply principles of usability and accessibility to develop and improve the functionality and features across entire web presence
- providing web publishing support in a distributed authorship environment
- collaborating on the establishment and enforcement of web standards and style
guiding and implementing design for graphics, page layout, and site navigation - providing reference service approximately four hours per week at a general reference desk
- serving as the library’s subject specialist and liaison for assigned disciplines (to be determined based on candidate’s academic preparation and experience and organizational needs)
- conducting library instruction for classes in assigned disciplines; conducting general library outreach and instruction sessions when needed
- engaging in library and university governance and scholarship, including research and publication
Qualifications
Required:
· Masters degree from an American Library Association-accredited institution by the date of appointment
· substantial experience with online communication and with writing for the web medium
· experience in markup languages such as Javascript, CSS, XML; experience with HTML editors
· experience working collaboratively with college/university faculty, staff, and students
· effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
· ability to communicate with/relate to an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community
· the ability to fulfill the scholarly and service expectations of a tenure-track position
Desired:
- experience administering a web content management system
- experience in managing authentication of library web based resources
- experience with Innovative Interfaces, Inc. web opac product
- familiarity with copyright regulations and their application in an academic environment
- ability to work both independently and as a team member on a variety of simultaneous projects
- understanding of the implications of the Americans with Disabilities Act on the presentation of web content
- familiarity with the integration of library services into course management systems (e.g. BlackBoard)
- ability to function as a generalist in a cooperative, general reference environment
- proficiency in using and teaching print and electronic information resources
- ability to evaluate, select, and review information resources in relation to curricular needs
- manifestation of a commitment to service excellence
- record of significant involvement in library and/or technology-related professional organizations
- ability to flourish in a rapidly changing environment
Required Documentation
Candidates must submit:
· a letter of application addressing each of the required qualifications and as many of the desired qualifications as applicable (please be as specific as possible)
· a current resume
· up-to-date letters of recommendation from three persons able to comment upon the candidate’s ability to fulfill the library’s requirements and expectations of the position
· a copy of the official transcript from the university awarding the library Masters degree (a photocopy is acceptable until the official transcript can be provided)
· an official University application form (SC-1)
This is a full-time tenure track faculty position. CSULB librarians are represented by the California Faculty Association, a CTA/NEA and AAUP affiliate. The University provides comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, sick leave and vacation. A ten-month work year is negotiable.
Salary Range
Associate Librarian or Librarian (12 month)
$64,320 – $98,316
Application Deadline
Screening of applicant files (which must include all required documentation) is expected to begin on March 1, 2008. The position is open until filled.
Applications, required documentation, and/or requests for information should be addressed to:
University Library
Web Services Librarian Search Committee
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA 90840-1901
(562) 985-7839 nancyk@csulb.edu
The University and the Library
CSULB (http://www.csulb.edu/) is a vibrant, comprehensive urban university with an enrollment of approximately 35,000 students, and the one of the largest campuses in the 23-member CSU system. Located near the ocean in Long Beach, the fifth largest city in California, the 320-acre campus offers a beautifully landscaped, garden-like setting, an excellent physical plant, and outstanding instructional facilities enhanced by attractive, innovative, and aesthetically pleasing architecture and design. The Library (www.csulb.edu/library) has a collection of 1.4 million volumes, participates in local and regional consortia, and provides access to an expanding number of electronic information resources through its Innovative Interfaces integrated library system. Academic Technology Services, including the University’s course management system, is part of the library organization (www.csulb.edu/lats). The library facility is currently undergoing a remodel with completion anticipated for December 2007.
In addition to meeting its obligations under federal and state law, CSULB is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can learn, live, and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual, without regard to economic status, ethnic background, political views, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Electronic Resources Librarian and Unit Head
POSITION: Electronic Resources Librarian and Unit Head
RANK: Assistant University Librarian (Tenure Track)
REPORTS TO: Chair, Acquisitions & Licensing Department
SALARY: Anticipated starting salary is $43,500. Commensurate with selected applicant’s qualifications.
REQUISITION #: 0704465
DEADLINE DATE: 1/31/08
Please note that this posting has specific instructions for the submission of application materials (see below: APPLICATION PROCESS). Failure to submit all of the required documents as instructed, may result in your application not being considered.
JOB SUMMARY:
The University of Florida Libraries is seeking a creative, skilled, and enthusiastic individual to serve as the Electronic Resources Librarian. This tenure track faculty member is responsible for the expert management of all acquisitions and licensing functions of library electronic resources. The position supervises two support staff and manages the activities of the Electronic Resources Unit within the Acquisitions & Licensing Department. The unit is responsible for managing license agreements, paying invoices, compiling and loading bibliographic records, and maintaining online access to all the electronic resources acquired by the library. The Electronic Resources Librarian collaborates and coordinates communication with Library Administration, representatives of the Florida Center for Library Automation, Health Science Center Library and the Legal Information Center, as well as staff from the departments of Access Service and Collection Management to renew license agreements and package subscriptions, in addition to initiating new electronic resources acquisitions. The expectation is that this librarian will develop and maintain expert knowledge on issues related to electronic resources and take the lead in implementing an electronic resources management system. Collect and analyze data to evaluate usage and make recommendations to collection management. In addition, the Electronic Resources Librarian will monitor and contribute to the professional dialogue regarding electronic resources development and trends. The selected applicant will be a motivated, service-oriented individual with a strong commitment to facilitating the use of technology and library resources in the UF community.
The duties of this position include:
1. Supervision and management of the Electronic Resources Unit operations. This includes planning and goal setting; monitoring and evaluating workflow for quality and quantity of production; hiring, training, and evaluating two full-time staff.
2. Management of electronic resources. This includes coordinating electronic resource acquisitions; facilitating the licensing process; coordinating access to electronic resources; and providing support for management of established licenses and contracts, license compliance, and record keeping for digital information.
3. Participation in library and state-wide discussions, conference calls, workshops, and projects to develop strategies for using electronic resources management systems, link resolvers, federated search tools, and enhanced user interfaces for integrated library system OPAC’s.
4. Participation in organizing, analyzing, and preparing data related to e-resources for use in acquisitions, collection development and institutional reporting.
5. Ensuring quality control in acquisitions by monitoring electronic resources vendor services. This includes performing vendor evaluations; facilitating negotiations of vendor services as needed; and preparing regular budget reports.
6. Establishing policies and procedures for acquisitions and cataloging tasks that comply with national standards and local policy and procedures. This includes co-chairing the Electronic Resources Management Committee; coordinating standards and procedures for electronic resources acquisitions and management; and coordinating licensing within and among the University of Florida Library Departments, branches and SUL state-wide consortium.
7. Contributing to the development of departmental and library goals, policies, procedures and priorities. This includes working with a variety of groups and various assignments, and reviewing current procedural and workflow documentation and recommending improvements.
8. Participation in and contribution to the library profession, particularly in the fields of acquisitions and electronic resources. This includes conducting research and publishing in peer recognized journals, and serving on national library committees.
Minimum qualifications:
1. A Masters degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited institution or in another field with direct relevance to the duties of this position.
2. At least two years of professional experience working with e-resources in some capacity.
3. Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills. Ability to perform workflow analyses.
4. Ability to work collaboratively as a team member in a complex academic research library environment.
5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to document procedures.
6. Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines.
7. Ability to shift priorities and cope with change.
8. Knowledge of trends in scholarly communication, research, publishing, and instructional technology in the academic world.
9. Strong potential for meeting the requirements for tenure and promotion. More information available at: http://www.uflib.ufl.edu/Pers/cdh/cdh_chaptertwo.html.
Preferred qualifications:
1. Familiarity with electronic resources standards such as OpenURL and ONIX, and electronic resource related initiatives such as SUSHI, COUNTER, License Expression, etc.
2. Experience working in a consortium.
3. Experience with licenses agreements as pertaining to electronic resources and the academic environment.
4. Experience in training staff on technical topics.
5. Experience in cataloging, acquisitions or other Technical Services areas within a library.
6. Experience using the Ex Libris Aleph integrated library system.
7. Experience implementing or using an electronic resources management system.
8. Experience generating cost and usage statistical reports.
9. Successful supervisory experience preferred.
The University of Florida
The University of Florida is a large, land grant, public educational research institution with a faculty of approximately 4,000 and a student body of 48,000. It ranks third nationally in size of student body and eighth nationally in the number of merit scholars enrolled in the freshmen class. The University is a member of the Association of American Universities and offers the Ph.D. in more than 90 fields and the Master's degree in more than 120 fields. For more information please consult the UF homepage at http://www.ufl.edu/.
The University of Florida Libraries are members of the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, the Research Libraries Group, and SOLINET. The library staff consists of more than 400 FTE librarians, technical/clerical staff and student assistants. For more information about the Libraries, please visit http://www.uflib.ufl.edu/.
The Technical Services Division of the George A. Smathers Libraries at the University of Florida consists of four departments: Acquisitions & Licensing, Cataloging & Metadata, and Preservation. The mission of Technical Services is to make the library's technology infrastructure work in support of the information needs of the University of Florida community, and thus serve as a catalyst for research and discovery. The technology infrastructure includes the functions required to provide online access to library
resources: support for the Library web site, the Library catalog, acquisitions, organization & navigation, preservation and the transformation of priority materials to digital form. The aim is to provide the tools library staff and the university community needs to manage information for learning and research in the digital world.
The Acquisitions and Licensing Department is responsible for ordering, receiving and paying for print and digital resource materials that support the academic and professional programs of the University of Florida.
Over the next few years, the Department will be engaged in planning and implementing initiatives such as executing EDI file transfer of payment and other acquisitions functions in Aleph and PeopleSoft; managing licensing agreements, information access fees, and usage statistics for electronic resources; monitoring virtual approval plan and evaluating returns for profile adjustments. The five units (Serials, Monographs, Electronic Resources, Paying, and Technical Support Services) in the Department will actively participate in these and other initiatives to advance the transition from print to digital resources in the collection.
Benefits:
Twenty-six vacation days, nine paid holidays, and thirteen days sick leave annually; retirement plan options; insurance benefits; tuition fee waiver program; no state or local income tax.
Application Process:
The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. Applicants from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities and disabled persons, are especially encouraged to apply. As part of the application process, applicants are invited to complete an on-line confidential and voluntary demographic self-disclosure form which can be found at: http://www.hr.ufl.edu/job/datacard.htm. This information is collected by the University of Florida's Faculty Development Office to track applicant trends and is in no way considered by the Smathers Libraries in the selection process.
Please submit application materials via e-mail. Send, as attachments (MS-Word format preferred), a cover letter detailing your interest in and qualifications for this position, your current resume and a list of three references. Include address, telephone and email information for references. Please include a 250 word document expressing your opinion on the topic “What do you see as the most significant challenges to managing electronic resources in an academic environment, and how would you overcome these challenges?” Apply by 1/31/08 (applications will be reviewed as received). Send all required application materials to Brian Keith, Smathers Libraries Human Resources Officer, at: brikeit@uflib.ufl.edu.
RANK: Assistant University Librarian (Tenure Track)
REPORTS TO: Chair, Acquisitions & Licensing Department
SALARY: Anticipated starting salary is $43,500. Commensurate with selected applicant’s qualifications.
REQUISITION #: 0704465
DEADLINE DATE: 1/31/08
Please note that this posting has specific instructions for the submission of application materials (see below: APPLICATION PROCESS). Failure to submit all of the required documents as instructed, may result in your application not being considered.
JOB SUMMARY:
The University of Florida Libraries is seeking a creative, skilled, and enthusiastic individual to serve as the Electronic Resources Librarian. This tenure track faculty member is responsible for the expert management of all acquisitions and licensing functions of library electronic resources. The position supervises two support staff and manages the activities of the Electronic Resources Unit within the Acquisitions & Licensing Department. The unit is responsible for managing license agreements, paying invoices, compiling and loading bibliographic records, and maintaining online access to all the electronic resources acquired by the library. The Electronic Resources Librarian collaborates and coordinates communication with Library Administration, representatives of the Florida Center for Library Automation, Health Science Center Library and the Legal Information Center, as well as staff from the departments of Access Service and Collection Management to renew license agreements and package subscriptions, in addition to initiating new electronic resources acquisitions. The expectation is that this librarian will develop and maintain expert knowledge on issues related to electronic resources and take the lead in implementing an electronic resources management system. Collect and analyze data to evaluate usage and make recommendations to collection management. In addition, the Electronic Resources Librarian will monitor and contribute to the professional dialogue regarding electronic resources development and trends. The selected applicant will be a motivated, service-oriented individual with a strong commitment to facilitating the use of technology and library resources in the UF community.
The duties of this position include:
1. Supervision and management of the Electronic Resources Unit operations. This includes planning and goal setting; monitoring and evaluating workflow for quality and quantity of production; hiring, training, and evaluating two full-time staff.
2. Management of electronic resources. This includes coordinating electronic resource acquisitions; facilitating the licensing process; coordinating access to electronic resources; and providing support for management of established licenses and contracts, license compliance, and record keeping for digital information.
3. Participation in library and state-wide discussions, conference calls, workshops, and projects to develop strategies for using electronic resources management systems, link resolvers, federated search tools, and enhanced user interfaces for integrated library system OPAC’s.
4. Participation in organizing, analyzing, and preparing data related to e-resources for use in acquisitions, collection development and institutional reporting.
5. Ensuring quality control in acquisitions by monitoring electronic resources vendor services. This includes performing vendor evaluations; facilitating negotiations of vendor services as needed; and preparing regular budget reports.
6. Establishing policies and procedures for acquisitions and cataloging tasks that comply with national standards and local policy and procedures. This includes co-chairing the Electronic Resources Management Committee; coordinating standards and procedures for electronic resources acquisitions and management; and coordinating licensing within and among the University of Florida Library Departments, branches and SUL state-wide consortium.
7. Contributing to the development of departmental and library goals, policies, procedures and priorities. This includes working with a variety of groups and various assignments, and reviewing current procedural and workflow documentation and recommending improvements.
8. Participation in and contribution to the library profession, particularly in the fields of acquisitions and electronic resources. This includes conducting research and publishing in peer recognized journals, and serving on national library committees.
Minimum qualifications:
1. A Masters degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited institution or in another field with direct relevance to the duties of this position.
2. At least two years of professional experience working with e-resources in some capacity.
3. Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills. Ability to perform workflow analyses.
4. Ability to work collaboratively as a team member in a complex academic research library environment.
5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to document procedures.
6. Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines.
7. Ability to shift priorities and cope with change.
8. Knowledge of trends in scholarly communication, research, publishing, and instructional technology in the academic world.
9. Strong potential for meeting the requirements for tenure and promotion. More information available at: http://www.uflib.ufl.edu/Pers/cdh/cdh_chaptertwo.html.
Preferred qualifications:
1. Familiarity with electronic resources standards such as OpenURL and ONIX, and electronic resource related initiatives such as SUSHI, COUNTER, License Expression, etc.
2. Experience working in a consortium.
3. Experience with licenses agreements as pertaining to electronic resources and the academic environment.
4. Experience in training staff on technical topics.
5. Experience in cataloging, acquisitions or other Technical Services areas within a library.
6. Experience using the Ex Libris Aleph integrated library system.
7. Experience implementing or using an electronic resources management system.
8. Experience generating cost and usage statistical reports.
9. Successful supervisory experience preferred.
The University of Florida
The University of Florida is a large, land grant, public educational research institution with a faculty of approximately 4,000 and a student body of 48,000. It ranks third nationally in size of student body and eighth nationally in the number of merit scholars enrolled in the freshmen class. The University is a member of the Association of American Universities and offers the Ph.D. in more than 90 fields and the Master's degree in more than 120 fields. For more information please consult the UF homepage at http://www.ufl.edu/.
The University of Florida Libraries are members of the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, the Research Libraries Group, and SOLINET. The library staff consists of more than 400 FTE librarians, technical/clerical staff and student assistants. For more information about the Libraries, please visit http://www.uflib.ufl.edu/.
The Technical Services Division of the George A. Smathers Libraries at the University of Florida consists of four departments: Acquisitions & Licensing, Cataloging & Metadata, and Preservation. The mission of Technical Services is to make the library's technology infrastructure work in support of the information needs of the University of Florida community, and thus serve as a catalyst for research and discovery. The technology infrastructure includes the functions required to provide online access to library
resources: support for the Library web site, the Library catalog, acquisitions, organization & navigation, preservation and the transformation of priority materials to digital form. The aim is to provide the tools library staff and the university community needs to manage information for learning and research in the digital world.
The Acquisitions and Licensing Department is responsible for ordering, receiving and paying for print and digital resource materials that support the academic and professional programs of the University of Florida.
Over the next few years, the Department will be engaged in planning and implementing initiatives such as executing EDI file transfer of payment and other acquisitions functions in Aleph and PeopleSoft; managing licensing agreements, information access fees, and usage statistics for electronic resources; monitoring virtual approval plan and evaluating returns for profile adjustments. The five units (Serials, Monographs, Electronic Resources, Paying, and Technical Support Services) in the Department will actively participate in these and other initiatives to advance the transition from print to digital resources in the collection.
Benefits:
Twenty-six vacation days, nine paid holidays, and thirteen days sick leave annually; retirement plan options; insurance benefits; tuition fee waiver program; no state or local income tax.
Application Process:
The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. Applicants from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities and disabled persons, are especially encouraged to apply. As part of the application process, applicants are invited to complete an on-line confidential and voluntary demographic self-disclosure form which can be found at: http://www.hr.ufl.edu/job/datacard.htm. This information is collected by the University of Florida's Faculty Development Office to track applicant trends and is in no way considered by the Smathers Libraries in the selection process.
Please submit application materials via e-mail. Send, as attachments (MS-Word format preferred), a cover letter detailing your interest in and qualifications for this position, your current resume and a list of three references. Include address, telephone and email information for references. Please include a 250 word document expressing your opinion on the topic “What do you see as the most significant challenges to managing electronic resources in an academic environment, and how would you overcome these challenges?” Apply by 1/31/08 (applications will be reviewed as received). Send all required application materials to Brian Keith, Smathers Libraries Human Resources Officer, at: brikeit@uflib.ufl.edu.
Database Maintenance Librarian
POSITION: Database Maintenance Librarian
RANK: Assistant University Librarian (Tenure Track)
REPORTS TO: Head, Authorities and Metadata Quality Unit, Cataloging and
Metadata Department
SALARY: $42,000; Actual salary will reflect selected professional’s experience
and credentials commensurate with selected applicant’s qualifications.
REQUISITION #: 0704409
DEADLINE DATE: 2/15/08
Please note that this posting has specific instructions for the submission of application materials (see below: APPLICATION PROCESS). Failure to submit all of the required documents as instructed, may result in your application not being considered.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Database Maintenance Librarian is responsible for coordinating and managing collection database maintenance activities to ensure accuracy of the library online catalog and OCLC. Duties include reclassification, withdrawal, transfer, retrospective conversion, reinstatement, error detection and correction, using Aleph reports and automated processes to make changes in the catalog, including global changes. The incumbent also oversees the Catalog Problems mailbox, participates in linkchecking, and provides support for inventory projects as needed. The activities are interdepartmental and interdivisional in nature, and need to be prioritized, assigned and accomplished with Technical Services and other library staff, in consultation with the Head of the Authorities and Metadata Quality Unit in the Cataloging and Metadata Department.
The incumbent should actively pursue professional development opportunities including research, publication and professional association work to meet library-wide criteria for tenure and promotion.
The duties of this position include:
1. Manage database maintenance operations, including planning, budget and goal setting for reclassification and other projects.
2. Supervise one FTE Library Associate I and temporary employees as needed. Provide hiring, training, staff development, and evaluation.
3. Examine and revise workflows and procedures as needed to improve efficiency.
4. Submit statistics and reports regularly.
5. Maintain data in UF OPAC and OCLC to accurately reflect bibliographic data, including current library holdings. Utilize automated processes, such as macros and global change functionality, to make revisions.
6. Contribute to the development of departmental and library goals, policies, procedures, and priorities. Work with Collection Management, Access Services, and Technical Services staff in various assignments. Provide input to improve ease of use of library materials.
7. Keep abreast of the developments in assigned field.
8. Participate in appropriate professional library organizations on the state, regional and national levels. Pursue professional development goals, including publications.
Minimum qualifications:
1. Masters degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited program.
2. Minimum 2 years cataloging experience.
3. Knowledge of AACR2, LCSH, LC Classification, and MARC21.
4. Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
5. Ability to work as a team member in a complex academic research library environment.
6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
7. Ability to meet deadlines and work independently.
8. Flexibility and creativity in a changing library environment.
9. Strong potential for meeting the requirements for tenure and promotion.
Preferred qualifications:
1. Experience using the Aleph integrated library system.
2. Working knowledge of one or more European languages.
3. Experience using automated processes, such as macros and global change functionality, and spreadsheets.
4. Demonstrated supervisory skills.
The University of Florida
The University of Florida is a large, land grant, public educational research institution with a faculty of approximately 4,000 and a student body of 48,000. It ranks third nationally in size of student body and eighth nationally in the number of merit scholars enrolled in the freshmen class. The University is a member of the Association of American Universities and offers the Ph.D. in more than 90 fields and the Master's degree in more than 120 fields. For more information please consult the UF homepage at http://www.ufl.edu.
The University of Florida Libraries are members of the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, the Research Libraries Group, and SOLINET. The library staff consists of more than 400 FTE librarians, technical/clerical staff and student assistants. For more information about the Libraries, please visit http://www.uflib.ufl.edu.
The Cataloging and Metadata Department in the Technical Services Division supports the academic programs of the University by organizing, describing, and providing physical processing for the books, journals, electronic resources, sound and video recordings, microforms, maps, and other material purchased or received by the library system. Ten librarians and nineteen support staff catalog over 30,000 titles per year in compliance with national standards of bibliographic control and in keeping with established priorities. In addition, the department oversees the loading of e-resource and microform packages resulting in the addition of thousands of records to the library catalog each year. Original record contributions to OCLC, an international bibliographic database, number 5,000 annually. The department participates in international cooperative cataloging programs including CONSER, BIBCO, NACO, SACO, and AGRICOLA. Four units - Copy Cataloging, Science and Social Science Cataloging, Humanities and Special Collections Cataloging, and Authorities and Metadata Quality – and the Principal Serials Cataloger collaborate to create efficient workflows and apply the latest technologies in order to meet user needs. For more information, see the department’s Web site at http://www.uflib.ufl.edu/catmet/.
Benefits:
Twenty-six vacation days, nine paid holidays, and thirteen days sick leave annually; retirement plan options; insurance benefits; tuition fee waiver program; no state or local income tax.
Application Process:
The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. Applicants from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities and disabled persons, are especially encouraged to apply. As part of the application process, applicants are invited to complete an on-line confidential and voluntary demographic self-disclosure form which can be found at: http://www.hr.ufl.edu/job/datacard.htm. This information is collected by the University of Florida's Faculty Development Office to track applicant trends and is in no way considered by the Smathers Libraries in the selection process.
Please submit application materials via e-mail. Send, as attachments (MS-Word format preferred), a cover letter detailing your interest in and qualifications for this position, your current resume and a list of three references. Include address, telephone and email information for references. Please include a 250-word document expressing your opinion on the topic “How does the quality of library metadata contribute to user services?” Apply by 2/15/08 (applications will be reviewed as received). Send all required application materials to Brian Keith, Smathers Libraries Human Resources Officer, at: brikeit@uflib.ufl.edu.
RANK: Assistant University Librarian (Tenure Track)
REPORTS TO: Head, Authorities and Metadata Quality Unit, Cataloging and
Metadata Department
SALARY: $42,000; Actual salary will reflect selected professional’s experience
and credentials commensurate with selected applicant’s qualifications.
REQUISITION #: 0704409
DEADLINE DATE: 2/15/08
Please note that this posting has specific instructions for the submission of application materials (see below: APPLICATION PROCESS). Failure to submit all of the required documents as instructed, may result in your application not being considered.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Database Maintenance Librarian is responsible for coordinating and managing collection database maintenance activities to ensure accuracy of the library online catalog and OCLC. Duties include reclassification, withdrawal, transfer, retrospective conversion, reinstatement, error detection and correction, using Aleph reports and automated processes to make changes in the catalog, including global changes. The incumbent also oversees the Catalog Problems mailbox, participates in linkchecking, and provides support for inventory projects as needed. The activities are interdepartmental and interdivisional in nature, and need to be prioritized, assigned and accomplished with Technical Services and other library staff, in consultation with the Head of the Authorities and Metadata Quality Unit in the Cataloging and Metadata Department.
The incumbent should actively pursue professional development opportunities including research, publication and professional association work to meet library-wide criteria for tenure and promotion.
The duties of this position include:
1. Manage database maintenance operations, including planning, budget and goal setting for reclassification and other projects.
2. Supervise one FTE Library Associate I and temporary employees as needed. Provide hiring, training, staff development, and evaluation.
3. Examine and revise workflows and procedures as needed to improve efficiency.
4. Submit statistics and reports regularly.
5. Maintain data in UF OPAC and OCLC to accurately reflect bibliographic data, including current library holdings. Utilize automated processes, such as macros and global change functionality, to make revisions.
6. Contribute to the development of departmental and library goals, policies, procedures, and priorities. Work with Collection Management, Access Services, and Technical Services staff in various assignments. Provide input to improve ease of use of library materials.
7. Keep abreast of the developments in assigned field.
8. Participate in appropriate professional library organizations on the state, regional and national levels. Pursue professional development goals, including publications.
Minimum qualifications:
1. Masters degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited program.
2. Minimum 2 years cataloging experience.
3. Knowledge of AACR2, LCSH, LC Classification, and MARC21.
4. Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
5. Ability to work as a team member in a complex academic research library environment.
6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
7. Ability to meet deadlines and work independently.
8. Flexibility and creativity in a changing library environment.
9. Strong potential for meeting the requirements for tenure and promotion.
Preferred qualifications:
1. Experience using the Aleph integrated library system.
2. Working knowledge of one or more European languages.
3. Experience using automated processes, such as macros and global change functionality, and spreadsheets.
4. Demonstrated supervisory skills.
The University of Florida
The University of Florida is a large, land grant, public educational research institution with a faculty of approximately 4,000 and a student body of 48,000. It ranks third nationally in size of student body and eighth nationally in the number of merit scholars enrolled in the freshmen class. The University is a member of the Association of American Universities and offers the Ph.D. in more than 90 fields and the Master's degree in more than 120 fields. For more information please consult the UF homepage at http://www.ufl.edu.
The University of Florida Libraries are members of the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, the Research Libraries Group, and SOLINET. The library staff consists of more than 400 FTE librarians, technical/clerical staff and student assistants. For more information about the Libraries, please visit http://www.uflib.ufl.edu.
The Cataloging and Metadata Department in the Technical Services Division supports the academic programs of the University by organizing, describing, and providing physical processing for the books, journals, electronic resources, sound and video recordings, microforms, maps, and other material purchased or received by the library system. Ten librarians and nineteen support staff catalog over 30,000 titles per year in compliance with national standards of bibliographic control and in keeping with established priorities. In addition, the department oversees the loading of e-resource and microform packages resulting in the addition of thousands of records to the library catalog each year. Original record contributions to OCLC, an international bibliographic database, number 5,000 annually. The department participates in international cooperative cataloging programs including CONSER, BIBCO, NACO, SACO, and AGRICOLA. Four units - Copy Cataloging, Science and Social Science Cataloging, Humanities and Special Collections Cataloging, and Authorities and Metadata Quality – and the Principal Serials Cataloger collaborate to create efficient workflows and apply the latest technologies in order to meet user needs. For more information, see the department’s Web site at http://www.uflib.ufl.edu/catmet/.
Benefits:
Twenty-six vacation days, nine paid holidays, and thirteen days sick leave annually; retirement plan options; insurance benefits; tuition fee waiver program; no state or local income tax.
Application Process:
The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. Applicants from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities and disabled persons, are especially encouraged to apply. As part of the application process, applicants are invited to complete an on-line confidential and voluntary demographic self-disclosure form which can be found at: http://www.hr.ufl.edu/job/datacard.htm. This information is collected by the University of Florida's Faculty Development Office to track applicant trends and is in no way considered by the Smathers Libraries in the selection process.
Please submit application materials via e-mail. Send, as attachments (MS-Word format preferred), a cover letter detailing your interest in and qualifications for this position, your current resume and a list of three references. Include address, telephone and email information for references. Please include a 250-word document expressing your opinion on the topic “How does the quality of library metadata contribute to user services?” Apply by 2/15/08 (applications will be reviewed as received). Send all required application materials to Brian Keith, Smathers Libraries Human Resources Officer, at: brikeit@uflib.ufl.edu.
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Systems Librarian
UAF seeks energetic, forward-thinking, team-oriented applicants for the position of Systems Librarian at the Elmer E. Rasmuson Library, the campus’s main library. The successful candidate will work as part of a new Library IT Department focused on library systems, digital project, desktop computing support, and web-based applications.
The Systems Librarian will administer the integrated ILS Unicorn and its related products, investigating, planning, and implementing functionality and upgrade; create and customize components for the ILS system.
For the full job description and to apply online, please visit
www.uakjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=60926
UAF is an AA/EO Employer and Educational Institution.
The Systems Librarian will administer the integrated ILS Unicorn and its related products, investigating, planning, and implementing functionality and upgrade; create and customize components for the ILS system.
For the full job description and to apply online, please visit
www.uakjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=60926
UAF is an AA/EO Employer and Educational Institution.
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Head, Electronic Resources Devlopment
The University of Michigan, University Library, seeks a Head of the Electronic Resources Development Unit to manage, coordinate and support the cataloging, acquisition, processing, and maintenance of electronic resources. This unit was recently created as part of the re-organization of Technical Services to apply focused attention to the special and growing needs of electronic resource handling. The subunits with a staff of 19.5 FTE include: Electronic Cataloging, Electronic Acquisitions and Licensing, and Electronic Access. This position will report to the Head of Technical Services.
The University of Michigan, a leader in undergraduate and graduate education and one of the world's premier research universities, has prominent faculty, rigorous academic programs, and a diverse cultural and social environment. The university is situated in the heart of Ann Arbor, a unique urban area with a small-town atmosphere and a vibrant, cultural and intellectual sensibility.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE HEAD OF THE ELECTRONIC RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT UNIT
Develop policies and procedures, analyze, and facilitate workflow and communication among the three recently created electronic resource units. Collaborate with staff in Public Services, Collection Development and Scholarly Communication, and Library Information Technology in the management of electronic resources. (35%)
Manage and shape discussions about the integration of access to the Library's electronic resources, including the creation of metadata for the Institutional Repository, article level databases, open URL resolver, URL maintenance, rights management high level browse, and high level subject category management. (35%)
Oversee implementation of the electronic resources management system (Verde). Work with the Electronic Resources Officer and electronic resources teams to coordinate the selection and processing of electronic resources and to ensure continued availability of resources. Monitor trends in emerging technologies and developments in electronic products and services. (30%)
QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED: ALA accredited Masters Degree in Library or Information Science; three (3) to five (5) years of experience in a large academic library with increasing levels of responsibility and demonstrated leadership skills including supervisory experience; demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience in the management of electronic resources in a library setting; experience with electronic materials; knowledge of electronic services and licenses, bibliographic records, library automation, and web environments; knowledge of contemporary practices, issues, and trends for managing electronic resources, including open URL access, federated search tools, and Electronic Resource Management systems; e-cataloging standards; vendor supplied bibliographic records; non-MARC metadata; demonstrated analytical skills; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to work collaboratively in a complex, culturally diverse organizational setting.
DESIRED: Conversant with basic techniques for local digitization and management of information resources, including the methods for maintaining an institutional repository; experience in change management and demonstrated success in developing new units and functions; experience working with consortia on electronic resource licensing agreements
RANK, SALARY, AND LEAVE:
Rank is anticipated at Associate or Sr. Associate Librarian. Final rank and salary are dependent on qualifications and experience. Professional positions receive 24 days of vacation a year & 15 days of sick leave a year with provisions for extended benefits as well as opportunities for professional development and travel.
RETIREMENT: TIAA/CREF or Fidelity Investments
TO APPLY: Send cover letter and copy of résumé to Library Human Resources; 404 Hatcher Graduate Library North; University of Michigan; Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1205 or by email to: libhumres@umich.edu Contact (734) 764-2546 for further information.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin on 1/31/08 and continue until the position is filled.
The University of Michigan is a non-discriminatory, affirmative action employer
The University of Michigan, a leader in undergraduate and graduate education and one of the world's premier research universities, has prominent faculty, rigorous academic programs, and a diverse cultural and social environment. The university is situated in the heart of Ann Arbor, a unique urban area with a small-town atmosphere and a vibrant, cultural and intellectual sensibility.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE HEAD OF THE ELECTRONIC RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT UNIT
Develop policies and procedures, analyze, and facilitate workflow and communication among the three recently created electronic resource units. Collaborate with staff in Public Services, Collection Development and Scholarly Communication, and Library Information Technology in the management of electronic resources. (35%)
Manage and shape discussions about the integration of access to the Library's electronic resources, including the creation of metadata for the Institutional Repository, article level databases, open URL resolver, URL maintenance, rights management high level browse, and high level subject category management. (35%)
Oversee implementation of the electronic resources management system (Verde). Work with the Electronic Resources Officer and electronic resources teams to coordinate the selection and processing of electronic resources and to ensure continued availability of resources. Monitor trends in emerging technologies and developments in electronic products and services. (30%)
QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED: ALA accredited Masters Degree in Library or Information Science; three (3) to five (5) years of experience in a large academic library with increasing levels of responsibility and demonstrated leadership skills including supervisory experience; demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience in the management of electronic resources in a library setting; experience with electronic materials; knowledge of electronic services and licenses, bibliographic records, library automation, and web environments; knowledge of contemporary practices, issues, and trends for managing electronic resources, including open URL access, federated search tools, and Electronic Resource Management systems; e-cataloging standards; vendor supplied bibliographic records; non-MARC metadata; demonstrated analytical skills; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to work collaboratively in a complex, culturally diverse organizational setting.
DESIRED: Conversant with basic techniques for local digitization and management of information resources, including the methods for maintaining an institutional repository; experience in change management and demonstrated success in developing new units and functions; experience working with consortia on electronic resource licensing agreements
RANK, SALARY, AND LEAVE:
Rank is anticipated at Associate or Sr. Associate Librarian. Final rank and salary are dependent on qualifications and experience. Professional positions receive 24 days of vacation a year & 15 days of sick leave a year with provisions for extended benefits as well as opportunities for professional development and travel.
RETIREMENT: TIAA/CREF or Fidelity Investments
TO APPLY: Send cover letter and copy of résumé to Library Human Resources; 404 Hatcher Graduate Library North; University of Michigan; Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1205 or by email to: libhumres@umich.edu Contact (734) 764-2546 for further information.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin on 1/31/08 and continue until the position is filled.
The University of Michigan is a non-discriminatory, affirmative action employer
Monday, December 17, 2007
Information Literacy and Reference Librarian
Kresge Library
Oakland University, Rochester, Michigan
Oakland University's Kresge Library seeks a creative and energetic librarian to join us in advancing a student-centered information literacy program within a team-oriented, teaching library environment. This librarian will participate in course-integrated and course-related information literacy instruction; reference and research services; and collection development. The design of online instruction, both web-based tutorials and content modules for delivery through learning management systems, will be a strong focus as the library seeks to expand its active online instruction program.
Required Qualifications:
• ALA-accredited MLS degree.
• Strong commitment to information literacy instruction.
• Demonstrated ability to create web-based resources.
• Effective interpersonal, oral, written, and online communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team and to work with diverse faculty, staff, and students.
• Potential to meet library's requirements for promotion and tenure, which require research and publication.
Desired Qualifications:
• Teaching experience.
• Instructional design experience.
• Experience with assessment of student learning.
• Demonstrated ability to create web-based instructional tools.
• Scholarly publications; participation in professional organizations.
Rank, Salary, Benefits: This is a tenure-track, eight-month, bargaining-unit faculty appointment. Attainment of tenure is dependent upon job performance, scholarship, and service. Appointment may be made at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level; professional rank and salary will be determined by credentials and experience, with a minimum salary of $40,000. Oakland University offers excellent fringe benefits including TIAA/CREF and Fidelity retirement plans.
General Information: Oakland is a state-assisted institution with an enrollment of approximately 19,000 students and a Carnegie classification as a “doctoral/research university.” OU offers an array of academic and professional programs at the baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral levels. The University is in Oakland County, which features beautiful state parks and vibrant urban communities. It is located 25 miles north of Detroit in the city of Rochester, recently ranked by CNN/Money as one of the 100 best places to live in the U.S., and features a campus that includes 1,441 acres of wooded hills and meadows. For more information, see the Oakland University web site at http://www.oakland.edu.
Applications: Send a letter of application, your curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three current references to:
Ann Pogany, Chair
Librarian Search Committee
300 Kresge Library
Oakland University
Rochester, Michigan 48309-4484
FAX number (248)370-2474
Email: pogany@oakland.edu
Review of applications will begin on February 15, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled.
Oakland University is an equal opportunity employer.
Oakland University, Rochester, Michigan
Oakland University's Kresge Library seeks a creative and energetic librarian to join us in advancing a student-centered information literacy program within a team-oriented, teaching library environment. This librarian will participate in course-integrated and course-related information literacy instruction; reference and research services; and collection development. The design of online instruction, both web-based tutorials and content modules for delivery through learning management systems, will be a strong focus as the library seeks to expand its active online instruction program.
Required Qualifications:
• ALA-accredited MLS degree.
• Strong commitment to information literacy instruction.
• Demonstrated ability to create web-based resources.
• Effective interpersonal, oral, written, and online communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team and to work with diverse faculty, staff, and students.
• Potential to meet library's requirements for promotion and tenure, which require research and publication.
Desired Qualifications:
• Teaching experience.
• Instructional design experience.
• Experience with assessment of student learning.
• Demonstrated ability to create web-based instructional tools.
• Scholarly publications; participation in professional organizations.
Rank, Salary, Benefits: This is a tenure-track, eight-month, bargaining-unit faculty appointment. Attainment of tenure is dependent upon job performance, scholarship, and service. Appointment may be made at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level; professional rank and salary will be determined by credentials and experience, with a minimum salary of $40,000. Oakland University offers excellent fringe benefits including TIAA/CREF and Fidelity retirement plans.
General Information: Oakland is a state-assisted institution with an enrollment of approximately 19,000 students and a Carnegie classification as a “doctoral/research university.” OU offers an array of academic and professional programs at the baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral levels. The University is in Oakland County, which features beautiful state parks and vibrant urban communities. It is located 25 miles north of Detroit in the city of Rochester, recently ranked by CNN/Money as one of the 100 best places to live in the U.S., and features a campus that includes 1,441 acres of wooded hills and meadows. For more information, see the Oakland University web site at http://www.oakland.edu.
Applications: Send a letter of application, your curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three current references to:
Ann Pogany, Chair
Librarian Search Committee
300 Kresge Library
Oakland University
Rochester, Michigan 48309-4484
FAX number (248)370-2474
Email: pogany@oakland.edu
Review of applications will begin on February 15, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled.
Oakland University is an equal opportunity employer.
Director
The Ferndale Public Library, Ferndale, Michigan (www.ferndale.lib.mi.us), has an immediate opening for the position of Library Director.
If you are a progressive leader with an interest in building new structures and cultivating new talent, you will find this to be an ideal opportunity!
Ferndale, Michigan is a diverse community with excellent quality of life. The city boasts a thriving, walk able downtown, great restaurants and shops, classic affordable homes and easy access to other parts of the Detroit metropolitan area. Ferndale is also the home of many local artists and musicians and the award-winning Affirmations Lesbian and Gay Community Center (for more information see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ferndale,_Michigan).
In May of 2007 the citizens of Ferndale voted by a two-to-one margin to double local library taxes, providing a $1.2 million annual budget. The incoming director will therefore have the opportunity to:
• Help design and oversee construction of a nearly $5 million building expansion and renovation emphasizing innovative use of space and technology and environmentally-responsible green construction and operation.
• Revitalize library services using new and future technology and a staff ready for change.
• Become a community and library leader in city with a high degree of civic engagement.
Qualified applicants will present demonstrated leadership skills, relevant library achievements, and an MLS or equivalent.
Salary range: $60,000-$80,000. Starting salary negotiable based upon experience. Excellent benefits.
Director candidates are invited to apply by submitting a cover letter and resume in an e-mail attachment to:
Lawrence J. Corbus
Corbus Library Consultants
241 Burwick Rd.
Highland Heights, OH 44143440-796-1230
corbus@libraryjobs.com
www.libraryjobs.com
Respond by December 28, for full consideration
If you are a progressive leader with an interest in building new structures and cultivating new talent, you will find this to be an ideal opportunity!
Ferndale, Michigan is a diverse community with excellent quality of life. The city boasts a thriving, walk able downtown, great restaurants and shops, classic affordable homes and easy access to other parts of the Detroit metropolitan area. Ferndale is also the home of many local artists and musicians and the award-winning Affirmations Lesbian and Gay Community Center (for more information see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ferndale,_Michigan).
In May of 2007 the citizens of Ferndale voted by a two-to-one margin to double local library taxes, providing a $1.2 million annual budget. The incoming director will therefore have the opportunity to:
• Help design and oversee construction of a nearly $5 million building expansion and renovation emphasizing innovative use of space and technology and environmentally-responsible green construction and operation.
• Revitalize library services using new and future technology and a staff ready for change.
• Become a community and library leader in city with a high degree of civic engagement.
Qualified applicants will present demonstrated leadership skills, relevant library achievements, and an MLS or equivalent.
Salary range: $60,000-$80,000. Starting salary negotiable based upon experience. Excellent benefits.
Director candidates are invited to apply by submitting a cover letter and resume in an e-mail attachment to:
Lawrence J. Corbus
Corbus Library Consultants
241 Burwick Rd.
Highland Heights, OH 44143440-796-1230
corbus@libraryjobs.com
www.libraryjobs.com
Respond by December 28, for full consideration
Director
Director
Gary Public Library
Can you see the future from Gary, a city of 100,000 residents in a former industrial city that needs a quality library that can help lead the community redevelopment.
The Library seeks a leader who can envision a thriving and dynamic Gary.A Leader who can lead a long term committed staff.A Leader who can adopt new technology and innovation to create world class public service.An entrepreneur who us the resources of a $7 million budget to reinvent an excellent library system.
Salary from $80,000-$105,000 based upon experience, excellent benefits.
Candidate may submit a cover letter and resume via e-mail to: Lawrence J. Corbus, Corbus Library Consultants, corbus@libraryjobs.com, 440-796-1230. Apply by January 15 for full consideration. Available for more information at the ALA Midwinter Meeting in Philadelphia.
Gary Public Library
Can you see the future from Gary, a city of 100,000 residents in a former industrial city that needs a quality library that can help lead the community redevelopment.
The Library seeks a leader who can envision a thriving and dynamic Gary.A Leader who can lead a long term committed staff.A Leader who can adopt new technology and innovation to create world class public service.An entrepreneur who us the resources of a $7 million budget to reinvent an excellent library system.
Salary from $80,000-$105,000 based upon experience, excellent benefits.
Candidate may submit a cover letter and resume via e-mail to: Lawrence J. Corbus, Corbus Library Consultants, corbus@libraryjobs.com, 440-796-1230. Apply by January 15 for full consideration. Available for more information at the ALA Midwinter Meeting in Philadelphia.
Head, Education Library
Head, Education Library
University of Virginia Library
The University of Virginia Library seeks an innovative, energetic leader to provide vision and direction for the Education Library.
Responsibilities: Reporting to the Director of Science, Engineering and Education Services, the Head of the Education Library is responsible for managing the services, collections and operations of the Education Library, and for working with colleagues throughout the library system to integrate education resources into the services and collections available for interdisciplinary use by the University community. The full ad can be viewed at http://www.lib.virginia.edu/HR/faculty.html
Qualifications: Required: Master's degree in library science or a related field. Three to five years in a library setting. Supervisory and management experience. Understanding of current issues in academic libraries and education collections. Familiarity with effective methods of instruction and scholarly research. Commitment to diversity and the ability to work with diverse groups of users and staff. Knowledge of related digital technologies, and the ability to effectively utilize information technology in library activities and operations. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. Strong service orientation. Commitment to professional growth and the development and mentoring of library personnel. Preferred: Background in higher education or education librarianship
Salary and Benefits: Competitive depending on qualifications. This position has general faculty status with excellent benefits, including 22 days of vacation and TIAA/CREF and other retirement plans. Review of applications will begin on December 17, 2007 and will continue until the position is filled.
Applicants must apply through the University of Virginia’s online employment website at https://jobs@virgiia.edu. Search by position number FP011, complete application, and attach cover letter and resume, with contact information for three current references. For assistance with this process, please contact the UVA Libraries Human Resources office at 434-924-3018.
The University of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer strongly committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The University actively encourages applications and nominations from members of underrepresented groups.
University of Virginia Library
The University of Virginia Library seeks an innovative, energetic leader to provide vision and direction for the Education Library.
Responsibilities: Reporting to the Director of Science, Engineering and Education Services, the Head of the Education Library is responsible for managing the services, collections and operations of the Education Library, and for working with colleagues throughout the library system to integrate education resources into the services and collections available for interdisciplinary use by the University community. The full ad can be viewed at http://www.lib.virginia.edu/HR/faculty.html
Qualifications: Required: Master's degree in library science or a related field. Three to five years in a library setting. Supervisory and management experience. Understanding of current issues in academic libraries and education collections. Familiarity with effective methods of instruction and scholarly research. Commitment to diversity and the ability to work with diverse groups of users and staff. Knowledge of related digital technologies, and the ability to effectively utilize information technology in library activities and operations. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. Strong service orientation. Commitment to professional growth and the development and mentoring of library personnel. Preferred: Background in higher education or education librarianship
Salary and Benefits: Competitive depending on qualifications. This position has general faculty status with excellent benefits, including 22 days of vacation and TIAA/CREF and other retirement plans. Review of applications will begin on December 17, 2007 and will continue until the position is filled.
Applicants must apply through the University of Virginia’s online employment website at https://jobs@virgiia.edu. Search by position number FP011, complete application, and attach cover letter and resume, with contact information for three current references. For assistance with this process, please contact the UVA Libraries Human Resources office at 434-924-3018.
The University of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer strongly committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The University actively encourages applications and nominations from members of underrepresented groups.
Architecture & Instrustion Librarian
The University of Virginia Library welcomes applications for the position of Architecture and Instruction Librarian in the Fiske Kimball Fine Arts Library. The full ad may be viewed at http://www.lib.virginia.edu/HR/faculty.html
Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Head of the Fiske Kimball Fine Arts Library, the Architecture and Instruction Librarian will initiate, implement and conduct aggressive programs of instruction for and outreach to students, faculty, and researchers in the arts; effectively assess and communicate customer needs to build user-centered services and collections—traditional and digital; be responsible for collection management and liaison activities for the School of Architecture; contribute to the evaluation and planning of services for the Fiske Kimball Fine Arts Library; deliver information and research services in a team environment; work with faculty to integrate information-seeking skills into the curriculum and design instruction in a variety of formats to meet the needs of diverse user groups; actively pursue new developments in technology support for the arts disciplines
Qualifications: Master’s degree in library or information science (preferred) or master’s degree in a related field required. Architecture and or art background, required. Excellent communication and presentation skills, required. Preferred qualifications: Interest in developing innovative programs, services, and collections; Strong service orientation; Demonstrated organizational and analytical skills; Familiarity with learning styles and ability to apply them in a library instruction setting; Commitment to diversity and ability to work with diverse groups of users and staff.; Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and development
Salary & Benefits:
Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply. Salary competitive, depending on qualifications. This position has general faculty status with excellent benefits, including 22 days of vacation and TIAA/CREF and other retirement plans. Review of applications will begin on January 28, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants must apply through the University of Virginia online employment website at https://jobs.virginia.edu/ Search by position number FP319, complete application, and attach cover letter and resume, with contact information for three current, professional references. For assistance with this process contact Library Human Resources (434) 924-3081.
The University of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer strongly committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The University actively encourages applications and nominations from members of underrepresented groups.
Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Head of the Fiske Kimball Fine Arts Library, the Architecture and Instruction Librarian will initiate, implement and conduct aggressive programs of instruction for and outreach to students, faculty, and researchers in the arts; effectively assess and communicate customer needs to build user-centered services and collections—traditional and digital; be responsible for collection management and liaison activities for the School of Architecture; contribute to the evaluation and planning of services for the Fiske Kimball Fine Arts Library; deliver information and research services in a team environment; work with faculty to integrate information-seeking skills into the curriculum and design instruction in a variety of formats to meet the needs of diverse user groups; actively pursue new developments in technology support for the arts disciplines
Qualifications: Master’s degree in library or information science (preferred) or master’s degree in a related field required. Architecture and or art background, required. Excellent communication and presentation skills, required. Preferred qualifications: Interest in developing innovative programs, services, and collections; Strong service orientation; Demonstrated organizational and analytical skills; Familiarity with learning styles and ability to apply them in a library instruction setting; Commitment to diversity and ability to work with diverse groups of users and staff.; Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and development
Salary & Benefits:
Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply. Salary competitive, depending on qualifications. This position has general faculty status with excellent benefits, including 22 days of vacation and TIAA/CREF and other retirement plans. Review of applications will begin on January 28, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants must apply through the University of Virginia online employment website at https://jobs.virginia.edu/ Search by position number FP319, complete application, and attach cover letter and resume, with contact information for three current, professional references. For assistance with this process contact Library Human Resources (434) 924-3081.
The University of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer strongly committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The University actively encourages applications and nominations from members of underrepresented groups.
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
Head, Bibliographic Management Services Division
Tenure track, Associate Professor
Position Description:
The Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library of The University of Montana seeks a knowledgeable, highly-motivated, effective library technical services director for a dynamic information resources and teaching environment. The Head of Bibliographic Management Services (BMS) must demonstrate effective leadership, excellent personnel management skills, and have considerable experience in acquisitions and electronic resources management.
Reporting to the Dean of University Libraries, the Head of Bibliographic Management Services serves as a member of the senior management group of the Maureen and Mike Mansfield Libraries and works to facilitate effective communication and working relationships library wide and among the affiliated campuses.
The Bibliographic Management Services Division consists of two faculty, 14 classified staff, and 1.7 FTE in student workers. As division head, this position supervises the department staff responsible for the acquisition and cataloging of all formats and providing metadata expertise for the library’s growing digitization projects; is responsible for the development and application of policy, workflow, project management and resource allocation; administers acquisition fund management; participates in the Collection Development committee to provide budget reports and to implement methods of collection management that provides data for purchasing decisions; and plays a key role in overseeing electronic resource acquisition and management.
This is a tenure track position with the expectation of publishing, research, and service.
Essential functions
- Provides energetic, insightful leadership for project initiation/management and plans for effective and efficient work flow throughout the division.
- Oversees the unit’s daily operations and activities.
- Serves as a catalyst for creative new services.
- Plans and directs the work of the divisional units, making hiring, scheduling, training and evaluation decisions.
- Manages unit’s staffing budget and is responsible for utilization of the collections budget.
- Provides leadership in the acquisition and implementation of acquisitions management technologies.
- Plans and participates in special project assignments related to bibliographic access and control.
- Stays abreast of current trends, practice and standards relating to bibliographic management and access.
Qualifications
- Masters degree in library science from an accredited ALA graduate program or equivalent professional degree.
- Five years of relevant, progressively responsible, professional experience in an academic or research library that demonstrates capability to lead a large operational unit and contribute to the senior management of the library.
- Demonstrated management, supervisory and leadership skills.
- Project management experience and extensive experience in the use of automated systems.
- Experience in the processes, technologies and budgeting for acquisitions, including the acquisition and management of electronic resources.
- Ability to lead organizational change, growth, and development.
- Evidence of ability to interact collaboratively.
- Ability to communicate clearly and knowledgeably orally and in writing.
- Solid technology background.
Environment
The University of Montana is a unit of the Montana University System with a student enrollment of 13,900. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of 63,000, surrounded by mountain grandeur and offers tremendous recreational opportunities. Missoula also serves as the region’s cultural center and is home to a growing number of nationally recognized writers and other artists. The University of Montana offers high quality undergraduate and graduate education in the arts and sciences, and the University’s nine professional schools prepare students for careers in social work, pharmacy, physical therapy, journalism, law, business, education, forestry and fine arts.
Application review will begin December 17, 2007 and the search will continue until the position is filled.
Applications should include a letter addressing the criteria, a vita and a list of three professional references. All materials should be sent to:
Administrative Services
c/o Kathy Hendricks
Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT 59812-9936
Or
Email: library.jobs@umontana.edu
Visit our website at: http://www.lib.umt.edu
The University of Montana is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified minorities, Vietnam era veterans, and women. This material is available in an alternate format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ preference in accordance with state law
Coordinator of Instructional Services
Position: Coordinator of Instructional Services
Research and Instructional Services Department
Virginia Commonwealth University
The VCU Libraries invites applications and nominations for the position of Coordinator of Instructional Services in the Research and Instructional Services Department. VCU Libraries seeks a creative, energetic, and collaborative leader to oversee instructional services within the recently expanded and reorganized Research and Instructional Services Department. The incumbent will be responsible for a highly successful suite of education services on the Monroe Park Campus of VCU that includes Web-based tutorials, workshops, and classroom instruction. The Coordinator of Instructional Services will establish departmental goals and objectives for an integrated collection of virtual and in-person programs that teach research skills, promote information literacy, and enhance the student experience at VCU. He or she will promote state-of-the-art services through continual innovation and awareness of national trends and best practices. The successful candidate will join a culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Head of Research and Instructional Services at the James Branch Cabell Library, the Coordinator of Instructional Services leads and participates in the design, delivery, and assessment of instructional services and coordinates the teaching activities of the department’s eight reference librarians and five classified staff. He or she will oversee the integration of library collections and services into course management software; identify best practices and set standards of excellence for teaching; advise instructors of emerging trends; and provide training and continuing education to library instructors. The Coordinator of Instructional Services will partner with the Undergraduate Services Librarian to design education initiatives for undergraduates, including those enrolled in the University and Honors Colleges, and collaborate with departmental liaison librarians to expand instructional services for academic departments. He or she will work with the Head, Research and Instructional Services, to understand and advance the department’s overall objectives, engaging in specific activities as requested to this end. He or she also manages library teaching facilities, including the Library Instruction Classroom, and participates in providing reference services, including some evenings and weekends. He or she may supervise one or more faculty, full-time classified staff, or student or hourly workers. The Coordinator of Instructional Services is expected to be active professionally and to contribute to developments in the field. Faculty with the VCU Libraries are evaluated, and promoted, on the basis of job performance, scholarship, and professional development and service.
Qualifications
Required: ALA-accredited graduate or equivalent accredited degree in a related academic discipline such as Education. Demonstrated knowledge of instructional design and the application of technology to instructional services. Preferred: Substantial experience designing and leading instructional activities that range from first year programs to course-integrated support for graduate and research programs. Evidence of effective project management skills and the ability to plan and implement a program of services. Experience assessing instructional services, including classroom instruction and Web-based offerings, and developing course content. Understanding of learning theory and pedagogy. Significant experience with course management software, Web authoring tools, multimedia, and other instructional technologies. Demonstrated commitment to teaching and student learning. Ability to formulate and articulate a vision for instructional services. Preference for collaboration and group work. Management and supervisory experience. Academic reference and instruction experience as a subject liaison in a research library. Ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities under pressure. Strong service orientation. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Experience working in a culturally diverse environment highly preferred.
Salary: $50,000 minimum annually. This is a full-time, non-tenured faculty position. Normal faculty benefits apply, including 24 vacation days annually and choice of retirement and annuity plans. For more information about benefits, see http://www.hr.vcu.edu/benefits/.
For a complete position description, please visit: http://www.library.vcu.edu/cfapps/jobs.cfm
For more information about the VCU Libraries, please visit our home page at http://www.library.vcu.edu/. Review of applications will begin January 30, and will continue until the position is filled. Submit cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to:
Kathleen McColgan
Personnel Administrator
VCU Libraries, Virginia Commonwealth University
901 Park Avenue
PO Box 842033
Richmond, VA 23284-2033
804-828-2730
804-828-0151 (fax)
mccolgankh@vcu.edu
Virginia Commonwealth University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Research and Instructional Services Department
Virginia Commonwealth University
The VCU Libraries invites applications and nominations for the position of Coordinator of Instructional Services in the Research and Instructional Services Department. VCU Libraries seeks a creative, energetic, and collaborative leader to oversee instructional services within the recently expanded and reorganized Research and Instructional Services Department. The incumbent will be responsible for a highly successful suite of education services on the Monroe Park Campus of VCU that includes Web-based tutorials, workshops, and classroom instruction. The Coordinator of Instructional Services will establish departmental goals and objectives for an integrated collection of virtual and in-person programs that teach research skills, promote information literacy, and enhance the student experience at VCU. He or she will promote state-of-the-art services through continual innovation and awareness of national trends and best practices. The successful candidate will join a culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Head of Research and Instructional Services at the James Branch Cabell Library, the Coordinator of Instructional Services leads and participates in the design, delivery, and assessment of instructional services and coordinates the teaching activities of the department’s eight reference librarians and five classified staff. He or she will oversee the integration of library collections and services into course management software; identify best practices and set standards of excellence for teaching; advise instructors of emerging trends; and provide training and continuing education to library instructors. The Coordinator of Instructional Services will partner with the Undergraduate Services Librarian to design education initiatives for undergraduates, including those enrolled in the University and Honors Colleges, and collaborate with departmental liaison librarians to expand instructional services for academic departments. He or she will work with the Head, Research and Instructional Services, to understand and advance the department’s overall objectives, engaging in specific activities as requested to this end. He or she also manages library teaching facilities, including the Library Instruction Classroom, and participates in providing reference services, including some evenings and weekends. He or she may supervise one or more faculty, full-time classified staff, or student or hourly workers. The Coordinator of Instructional Services is expected to be active professionally and to contribute to developments in the field. Faculty with the VCU Libraries are evaluated, and promoted, on the basis of job performance, scholarship, and professional development and service.
Qualifications
Required: ALA-accredited graduate or equivalent accredited degree in a related academic discipline such as Education. Demonstrated knowledge of instructional design and the application of technology to instructional services. Preferred: Substantial experience designing and leading instructional activities that range from first year programs to course-integrated support for graduate and research programs. Evidence of effective project management skills and the ability to plan and implement a program of services. Experience assessing instructional services, including classroom instruction and Web-based offerings, and developing course content. Understanding of learning theory and pedagogy. Significant experience with course management software, Web authoring tools, multimedia, and other instructional technologies. Demonstrated commitment to teaching and student learning. Ability to formulate and articulate a vision for instructional services. Preference for collaboration and group work. Management and supervisory experience. Academic reference and instruction experience as a subject liaison in a research library. Ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities under pressure. Strong service orientation. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Experience working in a culturally diverse environment highly preferred.
Salary: $50,000 minimum annually. This is a full-time, non-tenured faculty position. Normal faculty benefits apply, including 24 vacation days annually and choice of retirement and annuity plans. For more information about benefits, see http://www.hr.vcu.edu/benefits/.
For a complete position description, please visit: http://www.library.vcu.edu/cfapps/jobs.cfm
For more information about the VCU Libraries, please visit our home page at http://www.library.vcu.edu/. Review of applications will begin January 30, and will continue until the position is filled. Submit cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to:
Kathleen McColgan
Personnel Administrator
VCU Libraries, Virginia Commonwealth University
901 Park Avenue
PO Box 842033
Richmond, VA 23284-2033
804-828-2730
804-828-0151 (fax)
mccolgankh@vcu.edu
Virginia Commonwealth University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Research Librarian for Visual Arts(Art History, Studio Art, Film & Media Studies)
(Art History, Studio Art, Film & Media Studies)
The University of California, Irvine Libraries seek a creative, knowledgeable, and user-oriented Research Librarian for Visual Arts to plan and deliver innovative reference and instruction services, and to develop and manage excellent electronic and print collections in Art History, Studio Art, and Film & Media Studies. The successful candidate for this position will be based in the Langson Library Reference Department and jointly supervised by the Head, Langson Library Reference Department and the Head, Collection Development Department.
The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience; the preferred appointment level is $41,292 - $68,892 (Assistant Librarian I – Librarian I). Consideration will be given to applicants with a wide range of years of experience, including qualified early career librarians.
The UCI Libraries, comprising the Langson Library, the Science Library, the Library Gateway Study Center, and the Grunigen Medical Library, are committed to innovation and excellence and are in a major period of growth and change. The University of California, Irvine, is nestled in over 1,500 acres of coastal foothills, five miles from the Pacific Ocean, between San Diego and Los Angeles. Founded in 1965, UCI has had an extraordinarily rapid rise to distinction in its first forty years, and is among the fastest-growing University of California campuses.
The full position description with instructions on how to apply are listed on the UCI Libraries Web site at http://www.lib.uci.edu/libraries/jobs/libvac.html with links to additional Web sites featuring campus and community information. Applications received by February 4, 2008 will receive first consideration, but applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
The University of California, Irvine is an equal opportunity employer
committed to excellence through diversity.
The University of California, Irvine Libraries seek a creative, knowledgeable, and user-oriented Research Librarian for Visual Arts to plan and deliver innovative reference and instruction services, and to develop and manage excellent electronic and print collections in Art History, Studio Art, and Film & Media Studies. The successful candidate for this position will be based in the Langson Library Reference Department and jointly supervised by the Head, Langson Library Reference Department and the Head, Collection Development Department.
The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience; the preferred appointment level is $41,292 - $68,892 (Assistant Librarian I – Librarian I). Consideration will be given to applicants with a wide range of years of experience, including qualified early career librarians.
The UCI Libraries, comprising the Langson Library, the Science Library, the Library Gateway Study Center, and the Grunigen Medical Library, are committed to innovation and excellence and are in a major period of growth and change. The University of California, Irvine, is nestled in over 1,500 acres of coastal foothills, five miles from the Pacific Ocean, between San Diego and Los Angeles. Founded in 1965, UCI has had an extraordinarily rapid rise to distinction in its first forty years, and is among the fastest-growing University of California campuses.
The full position description with instructions on how to apply are listed on the UCI Libraries Web site at http://www.lib.uci.edu/libraries/jobs/libvac.html with links to additional Web sites featuring campus and community information. Applications received by February 4, 2008 will receive first consideration, but applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
The University of California, Irvine is an equal opportunity employer
committed to excellence through diversity.
Friday, December 7, 2007
Government Documents Librarian
USC Libraries seeks an energetic, innovative, and committed Government Documents Librarian (#229C). Successful candidate will engage in a full range of reference, instruction, collection development and management, and outreach activities relating to federal, state, and international government documents. Requirements: At least two years experience working with government documents, MLS from ALA-accredited program, knowledge of Federal Depository Library Program regulations. Hiring range starts at $50,000 p.a. The University of Southern California values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment. AA/EOE. For full description and application procedures see: http://www.usc.edu/libraries/jobs
Gerontology Librarian
USC Libraries is seeking an energetic, innovative, and committed Gerontology Librarian (#243), with secondary responsibility for one or two other social science areas. The librarian will participate in providing a full range of services, including reference, instruction, collection development and management, outreach, and services to distance learners. They will partner closely with the Davis School of Gerontology and the Andrus Gerontology Center. Requirements: BA in a social science discipline, MLS from an ALA-accredited program, at least two years experience in an academic or research library. USC is an EO/AA Employer. For full position description and application procedure, see: http://www.usc.edu/libraries/jobs/librarians
Outreach Librarian
Full-time, tenure-track Instructor/Assistant Professor position with nine-month contract and highly competitive salary (with possible summer employment) available August 2008. Provide leadership in marketing and promotion of library initiatives, programs, activities, resources, and services, and in Library Department decisions regarding outreach issues. Engage in outreach to various constituencies. For full position description, see www.millersville.edu
Millersville University is one of 14 institutions of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. The Library employs 12 faculty and 11 support staff. Library faculty are full members of the university faculty with all of the rights and responsibilities of other faculty members including eligibility for promotion and sabbatical leaves. Library faculty members are expected to engage in scholarship and professional development, service to the institution, and institutional governance. To be granted tenure the incumbent must be enrolled in and have made significant progress toward a second graduate degree (at a minimum a master’s degree program, with a doctoral program preferred).
Required: American Library Association accredited master’s degree. Demonstrated experience with: outreach, marketing and/or public relations; assessing outreach and marketing activities; collaborative, collegial, project oriented teams; electronic information resources, technologies, and services. Demonstrated commitment to: current trends and issues involving outreach in academic libraries; providing leadership for outreach activities; an outward focus, including the ability to listen to and engage with relevant constituencies in the broader community. Evidence of: ability to communicate with ease in multiple settings; aptitude in creative design, including instructional design, web design or graphic design; excellent communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and analytical skills; and a strong service orientation. A successful campus interview and demonstration is required.
Preferred: Second master’s degree or doctorate in relevant field. Leadership experience on collaborative, collegial, and project orientated teams. Professional experience in an academic library conducting outreach and marketing activities. Experience providing reference service and/or library instruction.
Full consideration given to applications received by January 14, 2008. Send letter of application addressing qualifications, curriculum vitae, copies of all transcripts, and the names, addresses and phone numbers of three current professional references to: Gregory Szczyrbak, Search Chair, Outreach Librarian Search/BCL1207, Ganser Library, Millersville University, P.O. Box 1002, Millersville, PA 17551-0302.
An EO/AA Institution • www.millersville.edu
Millersville University is one of 14 institutions of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. The Library employs 12 faculty and 11 support staff. Library faculty are full members of the university faculty with all of the rights and responsibilities of other faculty members including eligibility for promotion and sabbatical leaves. Library faculty members are expected to engage in scholarship and professional development, service to the institution, and institutional governance. To be granted tenure the incumbent must be enrolled in and have made significant progress toward a second graduate degree (at a minimum a master’s degree program, with a doctoral program preferred).
Required: American Library Association accredited master’s degree. Demonstrated experience with: outreach, marketing and/or public relations; assessing outreach and marketing activities; collaborative, collegial, project oriented teams; electronic information resources, technologies, and services. Demonstrated commitment to: current trends and issues involving outreach in academic libraries; providing leadership for outreach activities; an outward focus, including the ability to listen to and engage with relevant constituencies in the broader community. Evidence of: ability to communicate with ease in multiple settings; aptitude in creative design, including instructional design, web design or graphic design; excellent communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and analytical skills; and a strong service orientation. A successful campus interview and demonstration is required.
Preferred: Second master’s degree or doctorate in relevant field. Leadership experience on collaborative, collegial, and project orientated teams. Professional experience in an academic library conducting outreach and marketing activities. Experience providing reference service and/or library instruction.
Full consideration given to applications received by January 14, 2008. Send letter of application addressing qualifications, curriculum vitae, copies of all transcripts, and the names, addresses and phone numbers of three current professional references to: Gregory Szczyrbak, Search Chair, Outreach Librarian Search/BCL1207, Ganser Library, Millersville University, P.O. Box 1002, Millersville, PA 17551-0302.
An EO/AA Institution • www.millersville.edu
Training and Organization Development Officer
The University of California, Irvine Libraries is seeking a dynamic professional to provide leadership in the areas of training and organizational development for a rapidly growing organization. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative environment of evolving institutional expectations and will develop and lead a comprehensive program of continuous learning, training, and development in support of the Libraries’ mission and strategic goals.
The Training and Organizational Development Officer is a new position in the Libraries’ Human Resources department and is independently responsible for assessing librarywide training and organizational development needs, and proactively developing strategies and programs to strengthen employees’ skills, knowledge, capacity for career progression, and sense of community. Working collaboratively with managers and supervisors, the incumbent will identify and prioritize organizational development needs, and will develop a strategic plan for training and development that includes but is not limited to: facilitating change; new technology; supervisory skills; group effectiveness; core competency assessment; mentorship; communication; performance evaluation; succession planning; library systems and operations; customer service; and library trends. Additionally, the incumbent will develop strategies for delivering programs that may include in-house design and implementation, contracting professional services, use of existing or developing technologies, establishing collaborative efforts with other organizations to leverage resources (e.g. UCI Human Resources and academic departments, UC-system, other university libraries), or other innovative methods such as self-paced learning modules. The incumbent is responsible for updating and implementing a comprehensive orientation program for new employees to convey the goals and mission of the Libraries. Working with the Libraries’ Director of Planning, Assessment and Research, Director of Information Technology, and others, the incumbent will coordinate the development and delivery of all training sessions and workshops throughout the Libraries, and will personally conduct training sessions as well as provide coaching and advice for colleagues involved in program delivery. The Training and Organizational Development Officer will establish evaluative measures to assess the effectiveness of all sessions and actively take steps to continually improve program delivery. The position will manage the training and organizational development budget; convene an advisory committee to identify organizational needs; oversee development and maintenance of a training and organizational development website; represent the Libraries on campus, regionally, and nationally.
The Training and Organizational Development Officer reports to the Director of Finance and Human Resources and will serve as an active team member of the Library Human Resources Department. The position may also be involved in Library-wide personnel activities, including policy interpretation, development of procedures, labor relations, recruitment, retention, and identification and implementation of best practices to improve operations and services.
Required Qualifications
· Knowledge of adult learning theory and practices, including analysis, design, development, delivery, and evaluation.
· Experience effectively coordinating and facilitating the work of groups or teams.
· Ability to identify and develop library-wide organizational development and training opportunities, keeping abreast of current trends and methodologies.
· Skill to actively listen to and interpret specific development needs of managers and employees and to assess options for effectively addressing development needs.
· Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to design and deliver comprehensive and engaging instructional sessions.
· Knowledge of and experience designing visual communication materials and active learning techniques to enhance instruction experience.
· Skill to research and identify external professional development consultant services with expertise in areas that are a close match with the Libraries’ organizational development needs.
· Outstanding interpersonal skills with ability to effectively accomplish objectives with sensitivity and diplomacy, and to resolve conflict with a professional demeanor and using sound judgment.
· Ability to work effectively with staff in a multicultural and diverse environment.
· Strong analytical and innovative problem-solving skills.
· Skill to manage program resources, including planning activities within the context of existing financial resources, coordinating activities of advisory committee and program volunteers, and overseeing/directing the work of consultants.
· Skill to develop teams within the Libraries to deliver internal programs, working effectively to achieve a common goal, and providing respectful but constructive feedback to help improve program delivery.
· Skill to facilitate organizational change through communication and training.
· Ability to produce meaningful outcomes from development activities.
· Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of programs and continually make improvements.
· Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results.
· Education or training in relevant courses/workshops/certificate or degree programs.
Preferred Qualifications
· Relevant experience in a higher education organization, preferably an academic or research library.
· Professional training and/or facilitation certification.
· Graduate degree in library or information science, business administration, organization development or a relevant discipline.
· Ability to produce eLearning courses and online assessments.
The Libraries
The UCI Libraries are committed to innovation and excellence and are in a major period of growth and change. The Libraries consist of the Langson Library, the Science Library, the Library Gateway Study Center, and the Grunigen Medical Library. The Langson Library primarily serves the Schools of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, Social Ecology, Business, the Department of Education, and Interdisciplinary Studies. The Science Library primarily serves the College of Health Sciences (including the School of Medicine) and the Schools of Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Engineering, and Information and Computer Sciences. The Grunigen Medical Library serves the clinical needs of the Health Sciences at the UCI Medical Center, located in Orange, 12 miles from the main campus.
The UCI Libraries have a staff of 273 FTE and an organizational structure that includes the use of teams in conjunction with departments. The library collection consists of over 2.7 million volumes, over 48,000 current serial titles, and an aggressively expanding electronic resources collection. The UCI Libraries are a member of the: Association of Research Libraries (ARL), California Digital Library (CDL), Coalition of Networked Information (CNI), Center for Research Libraries (CRL), Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR), International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) and Scholarly Publishing & Academic Resources Coalition (SPARC).
University of California, Irvine
The University of California, Irvine, is nestled in over 1,500 acres of coastal foothills, five miles from the Pacific Ocean, between San Diego and Los Angeles. Founded in 1965, UCI is among the fastest-growing University of California campuses, with more than 25,000 undergraduate and graduate students and about 1,400 faculty members. UCI has had an extraordinarily rapid rise to distinction in its first forty years, including membership in the Association of American Universities, three Nobel prizes since 1995, and ranking in many surveys among the nation’s best public universities.
Student enrollment is planned to reach 32,000 by 2014 accompanied by a proportional growth in faculty and staff. Nearly 60% of UCI students identify themselves as Asian American, African-American, Chicano/Latino, or Native American. The University offers 40 doctoral programs in addition to the M.D. UCI’s academic programs are ranked nationally among the top universities; several doctoral programs are ranked in the top ten.
Salary & Benefits: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Preferred appointment level is $58,262 - $76,729. Working title is Training and Organizational Development Officer. Payroll title for the position is Principal Administrative Analyst I.
UC Benefits include comprehensive health and welfare plans, retirement plan, minimum of three weeks of vacation per year and career advancement opportunities.
Deadline for Applications: Applications received by January 2, 2007 will receive first consideration, but applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
To Apply: Please apply directly at: http://jobs.uci.edu. Search by job number #2007-1483. For additional information on the UCI Libraries, please see: http://www.lib.uci.edu/
The University of California, Irvine is an equal opportunity employer
committed to excellence through diversity.
The Training and Organizational Development Officer is a new position in the Libraries’ Human Resources department and is independently responsible for assessing librarywide training and organizational development needs, and proactively developing strategies and programs to strengthen employees’ skills, knowledge, capacity for career progression, and sense of community. Working collaboratively with managers and supervisors, the incumbent will identify and prioritize organizational development needs, and will develop a strategic plan for training and development that includes but is not limited to: facilitating change; new technology; supervisory skills; group effectiveness; core competency assessment; mentorship; communication; performance evaluation; succession planning; library systems and operations; customer service; and library trends. Additionally, the incumbent will develop strategies for delivering programs that may include in-house design and implementation, contracting professional services, use of existing or developing technologies, establishing collaborative efforts with other organizations to leverage resources (e.g. UCI Human Resources and academic departments, UC-system, other university libraries), or other innovative methods such as self-paced learning modules. The incumbent is responsible for updating and implementing a comprehensive orientation program for new employees to convey the goals and mission of the Libraries. Working with the Libraries’ Director of Planning, Assessment and Research, Director of Information Technology, and others, the incumbent will coordinate the development and delivery of all training sessions and workshops throughout the Libraries, and will personally conduct training sessions as well as provide coaching and advice for colleagues involved in program delivery. The Training and Organizational Development Officer will establish evaluative measures to assess the effectiveness of all sessions and actively take steps to continually improve program delivery. The position will manage the training and organizational development budget; convene an advisory committee to identify organizational needs; oversee development and maintenance of a training and organizational development website; represent the Libraries on campus, regionally, and nationally.
The Training and Organizational Development Officer reports to the Director of Finance and Human Resources and will serve as an active team member of the Library Human Resources Department. The position may also be involved in Library-wide personnel activities, including policy interpretation, development of procedures, labor relations, recruitment, retention, and identification and implementation of best practices to improve operations and services.
Required Qualifications
· Knowledge of adult learning theory and practices, including analysis, design, development, delivery, and evaluation.
· Experience effectively coordinating and facilitating the work of groups or teams.
· Ability to identify and develop library-wide organizational development and training opportunities, keeping abreast of current trends and methodologies.
· Skill to actively listen to and interpret specific development needs of managers and employees and to assess options for effectively addressing development needs.
· Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to design and deliver comprehensive and engaging instructional sessions.
· Knowledge of and experience designing visual communication materials and active learning techniques to enhance instruction experience.
· Skill to research and identify external professional development consultant services with expertise in areas that are a close match with the Libraries’ organizational development needs.
· Outstanding interpersonal skills with ability to effectively accomplish objectives with sensitivity and diplomacy, and to resolve conflict with a professional demeanor and using sound judgment.
· Ability to work effectively with staff in a multicultural and diverse environment.
· Strong analytical and innovative problem-solving skills.
· Skill to manage program resources, including planning activities within the context of existing financial resources, coordinating activities of advisory committee and program volunteers, and overseeing/directing the work of consultants.
· Skill to develop teams within the Libraries to deliver internal programs, working effectively to achieve a common goal, and providing respectful but constructive feedback to help improve program delivery.
· Skill to facilitate organizational change through communication and training.
· Ability to produce meaningful outcomes from development activities.
· Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of programs and continually make improvements.
· Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results.
· Education or training in relevant courses/workshops/certificate or degree programs.
Preferred Qualifications
· Relevant experience in a higher education organization, preferably an academic or research library.
· Professional training and/or facilitation certification.
· Graduate degree in library or information science, business administration, organization development or a relevant discipline.
· Ability to produce eLearning courses and online assessments.
The Libraries
The UCI Libraries are committed to innovation and excellence and are in a major period of growth and change. The Libraries consist of the Langson Library, the Science Library, the Library Gateway Study Center, and the Grunigen Medical Library. The Langson Library primarily serves the Schools of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, Social Ecology, Business, the Department of Education, and Interdisciplinary Studies. The Science Library primarily serves the College of Health Sciences (including the School of Medicine) and the Schools of Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Engineering, and Information and Computer Sciences. The Grunigen Medical Library serves the clinical needs of the Health Sciences at the UCI Medical Center, located in Orange, 12 miles from the main campus.
The UCI Libraries have a staff of 273 FTE and an organizational structure that includes the use of teams in conjunction with departments. The library collection consists of over 2.7 million volumes, over 48,000 current serial titles, and an aggressively expanding electronic resources collection. The UCI Libraries are a member of the: Association of Research Libraries (ARL), California Digital Library (CDL), Coalition of Networked Information (CNI), Center for Research Libraries (CRL), Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR), International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) and Scholarly Publishing & Academic Resources Coalition (SPARC).
University of California, Irvine
The University of California, Irvine, is nestled in over 1,500 acres of coastal foothills, five miles from the Pacific Ocean, between San Diego and Los Angeles. Founded in 1965, UCI is among the fastest-growing University of California campuses, with more than 25,000 undergraduate and graduate students and about 1,400 faculty members. UCI has had an extraordinarily rapid rise to distinction in its first forty years, including membership in the Association of American Universities, three Nobel prizes since 1995, and ranking in many surveys among the nation’s best public universities.
Student enrollment is planned to reach 32,000 by 2014 accompanied by a proportional growth in faculty and staff. Nearly 60% of UCI students identify themselves as Asian American, African-American, Chicano/Latino, or Native American. The University offers 40 doctoral programs in addition to the M.D. UCI’s academic programs are ranked nationally among the top universities; several doctoral programs are ranked in the top ten.
Salary & Benefits: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Preferred appointment level is $58,262 - $76,729. Working title is Training and Organizational Development Officer. Payroll title for the position is Principal Administrative Analyst I.
UC Benefits include comprehensive health and welfare plans, retirement plan, minimum of three weeks of vacation per year and career advancement opportunities.
Deadline for Applications: Applications received by January 2, 2007 will receive first consideration, but applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
To Apply: Please apply directly at: http://jobs.uci.edu. Search by job number #2007-1483. For additional information on the UCI Libraries, please see: http://www.lib.uci.edu/
The University of California, Irvine is an equal opportunity employer
committed to excellence through diversity.
Serials/Electronic Resources Librarian
American University Library invites applications for a tenure track Serials/Electronic Resources Librarian at the rank of Assistant or Associate Librarian.
Responsibilities: Seeking a forward thinking Serials/Electronic Resources Librarian to provide vision and leadership for the functions of organization of serials, electronic resources and digital initiatives. Oversee the administrative functions of the acquisitions of serials and the functions of purchasing, licensing, and acquiring access to electronic resources with a $2.1 million budget. Participate in and provide support for digital initiatives to include the American University’s institutional repository (ARC) and the Blackboard Library Site. Manage the services, shelving and collection maintenance for current periodicals, bound periodicals, microfilm, and newspaper collections. Perform administrative and management tasks, including formulating and implementing unit goals, policies and procedures; hiring, training, evaluating, and supervising five full time staff and part time student assistants. Participate in collection development activities. Work closely with other library units. This position provides library instruction or reference service.
Library faculty participate in library governance activities. Library faculty are expected to develop professionally, to contribute to creative and scholarly research, and to participate in campus-wide activities.
Position is responsible to the Assistant University Librarian for Collections Services.
Requirements: ALA accredited M.L.S. Minimum of three years of progressively responsible management and serials experience; experience with MARC formats and other metadata; two years experience with the functions of purchasing, licensing, and acquiring access to electronic resources; experience with budgets and fiscal control; one year experience with the technological aspects of electronic resources; demonstrated experience with the process of digitization of materials. Experience with Voyager preferred. Evidence of flexibility, initiative, ability to work collegially in a team environment, excellent organizational, interpersonal and communications skills. Ability to work across a broad-based constituency and to communicate a positive library image. Potential to meet tenure requirements in performance of primary responsibilities, professional and creative development, and university service. Evidence of potential for scholarship and ongoing professional development. Preferred: Experience with providing library instruction or reference service.
Position available: November 1, 2007.
Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
The American University, incorporated in 1893, offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, many with international focus, to over 11,000 students. Its proximity to centers of technology, politics, justice, world affairs, communication, science, business, and the art in the Washington, D.C. area enhances the learning environment.
The University Library is a team-based organization serving the University through a collection of over one million volumes, 48,000 sound recordings and videos including an entire music library, nearly 15,000 journals in all subjects, 18 library faculty, 59 full time staff, plus over 160 student assistants, and a budget of over $8 million. The University is an active member of the Washington Research Library Consortium with a shared Endeavor system that includes an online public catalog.
Send a letter of application, resume, names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to:
Michele Mikkelsen
Director, Administration and Fiscal Affairs
American University Library
4400 Massachusetts Ave., NW
Washington, D.C. 20016-8046
mmikkel@american.edu
American University is an AA/EEO university committed to a diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities: Seeking a forward thinking Serials/Electronic Resources Librarian to provide vision and leadership for the functions of organization of serials, electronic resources and digital initiatives. Oversee the administrative functions of the acquisitions of serials and the functions of purchasing, licensing, and acquiring access to electronic resources with a $2.1 million budget. Participate in and provide support for digital initiatives to include the American University’s institutional repository (ARC) and the Blackboard Library Site. Manage the services, shelving and collection maintenance for current periodicals, bound periodicals, microfilm, and newspaper collections. Perform administrative and management tasks, including formulating and implementing unit goals, policies and procedures; hiring, training, evaluating, and supervising five full time staff and part time student assistants. Participate in collection development activities. Work closely with other library units. This position provides library instruction or reference service.
Library faculty participate in library governance activities. Library faculty are expected to develop professionally, to contribute to creative and scholarly research, and to participate in campus-wide activities.
Position is responsible to the Assistant University Librarian for Collections Services.
Requirements: ALA accredited M.L.S. Minimum of three years of progressively responsible management and serials experience; experience with MARC formats and other metadata; two years experience with the functions of purchasing, licensing, and acquiring access to electronic resources; experience with budgets and fiscal control; one year experience with the technological aspects of electronic resources; demonstrated experience with the process of digitization of materials. Experience with Voyager preferred. Evidence of flexibility, initiative, ability to work collegially in a team environment, excellent organizational, interpersonal and communications skills. Ability to work across a broad-based constituency and to communicate a positive library image. Potential to meet tenure requirements in performance of primary responsibilities, professional and creative development, and university service. Evidence of potential for scholarship and ongoing professional development. Preferred: Experience with providing library instruction or reference service.
Position available: November 1, 2007.
Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
The American University, incorporated in 1893, offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, many with international focus, to over 11,000 students. Its proximity to centers of technology, politics, justice, world affairs, communication, science, business, and the art in the Washington, D.C. area enhances the learning environment.
The University Library is a team-based organization serving the University through a collection of over one million volumes, 48,000 sound recordings and videos including an entire music library, nearly 15,000 journals in all subjects, 18 library faculty, 59 full time staff, plus over 160 student assistants, and a budget of over $8 million. The University is an active member of the Washington Research Library Consortium with a shared Endeavor system that includes an online public catalog.
Send a letter of application, resume, names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to:
Michele Mikkelsen
Director, Administration and Fiscal Affairs
American University Library
4400 Massachusetts Ave., NW
Washington, D.C. 20016-8046
mmikkel@american.edu
American University is an AA/EEO university committed to a diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Monday, December 3, 2007
Associate Dean, Library
Associate Dean, Library
Improving people’s lives through learning since 1949, Elgin Community College is a comprehensive, fully accredited community college offering career and technical education, university transfer programs, corporate and continuing education, and academic development. ECC is located in Elgin, IL, one of the most rapidly growing cities in Illinois.
Function: This position is responsible for planning, direction, organization, and administration of all operations of ECC library: strategically manage traditional and digital library services and information technologies to enhance learning and information access. The scope of the activities includes supervision of librarians and library support staff, library service scheduling, supervision of evaluation and selection of library collections and equipment, implementing and assessing the library functions and integrations into the academic and student success priority of the campus, and promoting continuous improvement of library operations.
Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited school. Minimum 5 years of increasing responsibility in creative administrative leadership of library operations and services. A strong commitment to the educational role of the library. Knowledge of and experience with assessment of library services and instruction. Clear understanding of information technology and information literacy and their changing roles in higher education. Demonstrated experience with library resources: collection (print and non-print) and technology. Demonstrated experience with library budget development and management. Demonstrated understanding of the major issues facing higher education in general and community colleges and academic libraries in particular. Evidence of public presentation and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with college faculty and administrators. An appreciation of a multicultural work environment.
To receive full consideration, send a complete application packet which should include an ECC employment application, resume, and college transcripts (copies are acceptable with initial application, originals are required upon employment) to:
Additional information can be obtained by visiting our web site at: http://www.elgin.edu.
Elgin Community CollegeHuman Resources Dept.1700 Spartan DriveElgin, IL 60123Fax: 847-214-7403 Email: employment@elgin.edu
Elgin Community College is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.
Improving people’s lives through learning since 1949, Elgin Community College is a comprehensive, fully accredited community college offering career and technical education, university transfer programs, corporate and continuing education, and academic development. ECC is located in Elgin, IL, one of the most rapidly growing cities in Illinois.
Function: This position is responsible for planning, direction, organization, and administration of all operations of ECC library: strategically manage traditional and digital library services and information technologies to enhance learning and information access. The scope of the activities includes supervision of librarians and library support staff, library service scheduling, supervision of evaluation and selection of library collections and equipment, implementing and assessing the library functions and integrations into the academic and student success priority of the campus, and promoting continuous improvement of library operations.
Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited school. Minimum 5 years of increasing responsibility in creative administrative leadership of library operations and services. A strong commitment to the educational role of the library. Knowledge of and experience with assessment of library services and instruction. Clear understanding of information technology and information literacy and their changing roles in higher education. Demonstrated experience with library resources: collection (print and non-print) and technology. Demonstrated experience with library budget development and management. Demonstrated understanding of the major issues facing higher education in general and community colleges and academic libraries in particular. Evidence of public presentation and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with college faculty and administrators. An appreciation of a multicultural work environment.
To receive full consideration, send a complete application packet which should include an ECC employment application, resume, and college transcripts (copies are acceptable with initial application, originals are required upon employment) to:
Additional information can be obtained by visiting our web site at: http://www.elgin.edu.
Elgin Community CollegeHuman Resources Dept.1700 Spartan DriveElgin, IL 60123Fax: 847-214-7403 Email: employment@elgin.edu
Elgin Community College is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.
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