Associate University Librarian, Public Services

Position and Responsibilities:
Georgia State University Library seeks an enthusiastic, collegial, service-oriented and dynamic Associate University Librarian (AUL) for Public Services. The AUL will play a major role in formulating service delivery models for the functional areas of liaison services, outreach, the Learning Commons, library instruction, and access/media services. The AUL will be responsible for leading the effort to further define library service for a growing research university and for working collaboratively with library and university communities to deliver those services. He/she will also work with library and university faculty in support of teaching and scholarship, particularly with regard to information literacy and new models of information delivery and use.

The successful candidate will be responsible for librarians and staff in all public services areas, with 3 library faculty and 1 library staff reporting directly to the AUL. The AUL will report to the Dean of Libraries and will join an administrative team that is committed to innovation and experimentation in the delivery of academic library information services.

Department & Campus Environment:
Since its 2007 renovation, the Georgia State University Library provides one of the most attractive, open and inviting educational facilities in the Southeast. With over 1.5 million visitors this past year, the library is an integral part of the university community. It supports both teaching and research with an expansive collection and outstanding assistance. The library also exudes a new, modern image, providing the campus with an attractive, centralized location. Its signature bridge, a glass link that overlooks downtown Atlanta, connects the library’s two prominent buildings. Many appreciate the comfort of the library’s new interior design, often enjoying a coffee from the cafe located on the first floor.

Library services are supported by the Ex Libris Voyager integrated library system. The University System of Georgia statewide system, GALILEO, provides access to electronic resources and other materials for libraries throughout Georgia. The University Library is a member of the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries, LYRASIS, and the Atlanta Regional Consortium for Higher Education.

Located in the heart of downtown Atlanta, Georgia State University is one of the country’s top urban research universities. Over 28,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll each semester in six different colleges. This diverse community offers a unique cultural and intellectual atmosphere, with many opportunities to engage in stimulating activities and events. Between college sports, the performing arts and a variety of local restaurants, the campus location has it all.

For additional information about the Georgia State University Library: http://www.library.gsu.edu

Qualifications:
Required:
· ALA-accredited Master’s degree in information/library science
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Ability to work in a collegial and collaborative environment
· Ability to think critically and analytically
· Experience in planning, organizing, and assessing operations or programs
· Library experience in an academic or research library environment
· Experience in using technology in support of service innovation
· Strong commitment to user-oriented service
· Evidence of professional activity and scholarship appropriate for faculty appointment at assistant professor level or above
· Five years of increasingly responsible management experience

Preferred:
· Experience mentoring junior faculty
· Experience providing patron services in an academic library
· Instruction experience in an academic library
· Experience managing cross-functional or cross-departmental teams or groups
· Second advanced degree


Condition of Work and Benefits
Forty-hour workweek Retirement plans include: State Teachers
Twenty-one days vacation Retirement Plan, TIAA–CREF and VALIC
Twelve paid holidays Group health and life insurance
Twelve days sick leave Social Security
Faculty rank and status Optional pre-tax benefits
Non-Tenure track Support for research and professional activities

Salary and Rank
Minimum $70,000 for 12 months commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience. Appointment at a faculty rank, on a contract renewal basis.

Submit a cover letter addressing all required qualifications; resume; name, address and phone number of three references, including immediate supervisor. Review of materials will begin October 1, 2009 and continue until the position is filled. Send materials to:

Human Resources Coordinator
University Library
Georgia State University
100 Decatur Street, SE, Atlanta, GA 30303-3202
(404) 413-2700
liblao@gsu.edu


Georgia State University is an equal opportunity educational institution/affirmative action employer strongly committed to cultural diversity.

Associate University Librarian for Information Technology

Director Information Technology

Duke University Libraries is seeking an innovator and consensus builder as our next Associate University Librarian for Information Technology (AUL IT) or Director for Information Technology. Reporting directly to the Vice Provost for Library Affairs, the AUL IT ensures the delivery of responsive, timely and cost-effective instructional and administrative technology services for the Libraries. Building on the success of the Mellon-funded OLE Project (http://oleproject.org/overview/), s/he will play a pivotal role in technology planning that considers emerging technologies and IT infrastructure development to support user access to materials and information in a variety of formats.

Leading a division comprised of four departments and twenty-three staff, the AUL IT is a high profile position working across University lines to forge partnerships and foster collaboration among University technology units.

Candidates should possess: a record of successful senior IT leadership, preferably but not necessarily in an academic research library, hold an MLS, MIS or relevant advanced degree; significant experience in the strategic planning, development and implementation of complex IT systems; demonstrated leadership style that promotes teamwork, multi-channel communications and consensus building. Please go to http://library.duke.edu/jobs/aulit.html for the complete position description.

Environment
Since its founding in 1924, Duke University has grown into one of the most prestigious private universities in the world and its medical center ranks annually among the top in the nation. The Duke University Libraries are the shared center of the university's intellectual life, connecting people and ideas. The Libraries consist of the William R. Perkins Library and its branches: Rare Book, Manuscript and Special Collections, Biological and Environmental Sciences, Lilly, and Music and the library at the Duke Marine Laboratory in Beaufort. Duke’s library holdings of 5.1 million volumes are among the largest of private universities in the United States.

Duke's hometown is Durham, North Carolina, a city with vibrant research, medical and arts communities, and numerous shops, restaurants and theaters. Durham is located in the Research Triangle, a growing metropolitan area of more than one million people that provides a wide range of cultural, recreational and educational opportunities. The Triangle is conveniently located just a few hours from the mountains and the coast, offers a moderate climate, and has been ranked among the best places to live and to do business.

Duke offers a comprehensive benefit packages which includes both traditional benefits such has health insurance, leave time and retirement, as well as wide ranging work/life and cultural benefits. Details can be found at: http://www.hr.duke.edu/benefits/duke_benefits.html

Duke University Libraries is a member of the Triangle Research Libraries Network which promotes collaboration in the areas of information resources and services, information technology, and human resources among the libraries of Duke University, the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, North Carolina Central University and North Carolina State University.

Application
Send cover letter, detailed resume and the names, addresses (mailing and e-mail), and telephone numbers of three references to: Teresa Tillman, Library Human Resources, at library-jobs@duke.edu. Please include IT in the subject line. Review of applications will begin in mid-March and will continue until the position is filled.

Duke University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Duke University Libraries has a strong commitment to Affirmative Action and is actively seeking to increase the racial and ethnic diversity of our staff.