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ASSISTANT DEAN FOR ACCESS AND BIBLIOGRAPHIC SERVICES. Associate Librarian; 12-month tenure-track position in a technologically innovative library, position available January 1, 1998. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience; benefits include 24 days annual vacation, 12 legal holidays, sick leave, and competitive retirement and health plans. This is a newly created position for someone with a strong technical and service orientation excellent interpersonal skills who can function effectively in a matrix environment and promote team-oriented processes. Specific responsibilities include coordination of all division operations, including personnel management; budgeting; planning; creating and implementing policies and procedures. Division includes acquisitions, cataloging, circulation current periodicals, document delivery, and reserves. Reports directly to the Dean of Library Services, and is member of six-person management team. Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS degree and five years progressive professional experience directly related to the responsibilities of this position; supervisory/managerial experience. Knowledge of major issues in the application of technology to all areas of the division. Knowledge of and experience with online public access catalogs and other automated systems in libraries, including OCLC and Innopac. Demonstrated ability in written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated commitment to a participatory management style; ability to work cooperatively with faculty, staff, and students; demonstrated successful leadership abilities, Member of general faculty and is expected to meet requirements for tenure and promotion. Preferred: Related professional experience involving user and technical services in an academic library; experience with vendor outsourcing. Submit letter of application, resume, and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of four professional references to: Hiram L. Davis, Dean of Library Services, Robert E. Kennedy Library, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA 93407; (805) 756-2345 (refer to recruitment code #83021). Expanded job description available from http://www.lib.calpoly.edu. Application deadline November 3, 1997. Cal Poly is strongly committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and nominations of women, persons of color, applicants with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups. AA/EEO.
CATALOGER. LSU Libraries seeks experienced cataloger to perform original and complex copy cataloging for serials and monographs in all formats. As a member of the Original Cataloging Team, participates actively in ongoing review and revision of cataloging policies and procedures in a highly automated and changing environment; works cooperatively with personnel in other library units; keeps abreast of national developments and new technologies in cataloging and shares that knowledge appropriately with the library; assists in the training and operational performance of other staff as needed; resolves complex bibliographic problems; acts as a resource person for cataloging and database management problems; participates in authority control functions; carries out special assignments within the department and the libraries. LSU Libraries is a NACO and OCLC Enhance participant. Required: MLS from an ALA-accredited program; minimum of three years post-MLS original serials cataloging experience in an automated environment; direct knowledge of and experience with USMARC formats; thorough knowledge of AACR2 and LC Rule Interpretation, LC subject headings and classification, experience with OCLC and an online integrated system, preferably
NOTIS. Excellent oral and written communication skills; evidence of initiative, flexibility, and potential to excel in a rapidly evolving environment; evidence of ability to meet the libraries’ standards for promotion and tenure. Desired: Significant original cataloging experience with monographs; good working knowledge of at least one foreign language (preferably French, Spanish, German); experience with authority control; experience with cataloging electronic resources. Tenure-track position (Assistant Librarian rank). Excellent benefits. Salary: Negotiable, depending upon qualifications and experience; $30,000 per fiscal year minimum. To apply: Send a letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone and fax numbers of three references to: Catalog Librarian Search Committee, 295 Middleton Library, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803. Preference given to applications received by October 31, 1997.
CATALOG LIBRARIAN. The Art Institute of Chicago seeks a Catalog Librarian for the Ryerson & Burnham Libraries to catalog Asianlanguage monographs in the fields of art history and architecture. Responsibilities include creating original catalog records, editing RLIN-member copy, and making series name authority decisions. In addition, assists in selection of Asian-language materials for the library and staffs the reference desk as assigned. Position requires accredited MLS, professional experience cataloging Asian-language monographs, working knowledge of AACR2, LCSH, USMARC formats, and DDC; experience using automated library systems. Experience with RLIN, Innopac, and the Mac OS preferred. Working knowledge of Chinese, Japanese, and Korean; NACO experience; and familiarity with other reference tools in art history and architecture ideal. Salary high $20s plus excellent benefits. Send cover letter and resume to: Louise Ivers, Assistant Director of Personnel, Art Institute of Chicago, mc/563, 111 S. Michigan, Chicago, IL 60603. EOE.
COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT HEAD. University of Rochester, River Campus Libraries, seeks a librarian with a thorough understanding of the scholarly uses of library collections. Using collaborative leadership skills, this person: Formulates a comprehensive approach to collection development and management policies and activities relating to River Campus Libraries’ general collections in all formats, including strategies for the selection of electronic resources. Participates in managing the libraries’ materials budget—now over $3 million. Directs the collection development activities of over 20 subject specialists based in service areas, and coordinates with the heads of those areas. Closely integrates collections-related programs among various library units, including Acquisitions, Cataloging, Access Services, Preservation, Systems, and the Electronic Resources Team. Negotiates licenses, contracts, and approval programs with publishers and vendors, in cooperation with the Head of Acquisitions. Directs formal assessments of the collections and, through analytical reports, monitors collections use and materials costs. Oversees the collections’ gift and endowment program and works closely with the library’s Development Officer. Participates in library governance with other department heads. Reports to the Assistant Dean, Public Services. Qualifications: Required: An understanding of the mission of a teaching and research university and an ability to convey the integral role of the library’s information resources in this setting: collection development experience—preferably in a variety of disciplines—in an academic library, including book selection and materials budget formulation and management; an understanding of the evolving role of the academic research library and how technology affects library outreach and services: ability to communicate effectively with faculty and students about the library’s collections in all formats and their support of university instruction and research: experience with the application of information technology to collection development; strong communication and interpersonal skills; effective use of collaboration in decision making; marketing and negotiating skills; record of professional activities; ALA-accredited MLS degree or other advanced degree and equivalent experience. Preferred: Advanced academic degree and working knowledge of at least one western European language. Salary: Commensurate with background and experience. Benefits: Medical, major medical, dental, and long-term disability insurance; life insurance, retirement, and investment options; sick leave; four weeks paid vacation; five floating holidays; seven calendar holidays; tuition benefits. The University of Rochester is a private, Carnegie I research university with 4,000 undergraduate and 1,600 graduate students on the River Campus. The River Campus includes the College (Arts & Sciences, School of Engineering & Applied Sciences), the Simon Graduate School of Business Administration, and the Warner Graduate School of Education and Human Development. The Medical Center and the Eastman School of Music are on nearby campuses. River Campus collections include over two million volumes, 8,000 active serial titles, over four million microform titles, over 100 electronic databases, and over300 electronic journals. All campuses are supported by Endeavor’s client-server integrated library information system, Voyager, installed in January 1997. Library memberships include: OCLC, RLG, ARL, and CRL. A wide variety of initiatives expresses the libraries’ commitment to collaborate with the university community in nurturing the university’s learning, teaching, and research programs. See university homepage: http://www.rochester.edu. Send letter of application, resume, and three references’ names and addresses to: Search Committee Collection Development, Dean’s Office, Rush Rhees Library, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY 14627-0055; phone: (716) 275-4461; fax: (716) 244-1358. The University of Rochester is an equal opportunity employer. Review of applications will begin October 15, 1997, and continue until the position is filled.
DEAN OF UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES AND INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGIES. Clarion University of Pennsylvania seeks an innovative and energetic Dean of Libraries and Instructional Technologies to administer and lead the Clarion University libraries, and coordinate noncurricular instruction and development related to instructional technologies on campus and supporting distance education. The position reports to the Provost and includes membership in the Council of Deans. Required: At least five years academic teaching and/or library administrative experience, supported by strong academic credentials (ALA-accredited MLS and doctorate in a library/ information science or related field required) and professional involvement; experience in planning and implementing technology initiatives in libraries; proven leadership, communication, and consensus-building skills; demonstrated commitment to shared decision-making and governance; demonstrated supervisory experience; ability to be an articulate advocate and spokesperson for the libraries; experience in attracting financial and other support for the libraries’ mission, services, and programs; commitment to expanding diversity in the university community. Desired: Experience developing and implementing a library building program. Clarion University is building a diverse academic community and encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply. AA/EOE. Salary and benefits are competitive. For more information, e-mail Deon Knickerbocker, Library Department Chair, at knickerb@mail.clarion.edu, or call (814) 226-1805.
DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY SERVICES. Indiana University South Bend invites applications and nominations for the position of Director of Library Services. The successful candidate will have a combination of personal strengths that should include: The vision and creativity to lead the library in supporting the campus mission in a dynamic environment, a strong customer service orientation, and an interest in technology. Minimum qualifications: An MLS degree from an ALA-accredited program, five years progressively responsible administrative experience in an academic library, including budgeting and personnel management. Additional experience as a librarian with nonadministrative activities. Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to collaborative decision making. Evidence of effective written and oral communication skills. A record of scholarly and professional achievement appropriate for tenure at I USB. A demonstrated orientation to customer service. Demonstrated experience with information technology, advocacy for technology in the library and in the institution, and collaboration with information technology initiatives. Preferred qualifications: Ability to administer within a multicampus environment. A proven record of initiative and achievement in developing programs and services. Ability to work collaboratively with campus officials in external fundraising. Indiana University South Bend is a comprehensive public university, the thirdlargest of the eight campuses that comprise Indiana University. IUSB offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to a varied student population of 8,000, and has over 200 faculty members. South Bend’s metropolitan area, which is 90 minutes from Chicago, has a population of approximately 250,000. The Franklin D. Schurz Library opened in 1989, contains approximately 600,000 volumes, and is a partial federal documents depository. For more information about IUSB, the campus mission, and the Schurz Library, please see our Web sites at http://www.iusb.edu, http://www.iusb.edu/~mission, and http:// www.iusb.edu/~libg. This is a 12-month faculty appointment reporting to the Vice-Chancellor for Academic Affairs. Salary is competitive and includes generous fringe benefits. A complete position description is available at http://www.iusb.edu/libsrch. To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by November 15, 1997. Review of materials will continue until an appointment is made. Interested candidates are asked to submit a letter of application, resume, current e-mail address, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three relevant references to: Chair, Search Committee for the Director of Library Services, Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Indiana University South Bend, 1700 Mishawaka Ave., P.O. Box 7111, South Bend, IN 46634-7111. Indiana University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.
DIRECTOR OF OFFICE OF PLANNING, RESEARCH AND GRANTS. University of Maryland Libraries. The University of Maryland Libraries, College Park, is accepting applications to fill the position of Director of Office of Planning, Research and Grants. Responsibilities: Assists the Dean of Libraries in implementing, monitoring, and revising the libraries’ strategic plan; provides administrative support to the libraries’ other directors in program planning and budgeting; prepares long-range facilities planning for the UM Libraries. Manages the Libraries’ statistical reporting, operations research, and management information system. Oversees fundraising and grant development efforts of the libraries. Works with university and campus development offices, Dean of Libraries, and library staff in identifying and developing fundable projects and securing the resources to support them. Qualifications: Required: ALA-accredited master’s degree in library science. MBA or Ph.D. in library science or other related discipline desired. Experience: Ten years of progressively responsible library experience. Academic or research library experience preferred. Relevant experience in library planning, operations research, and/or development required. Demonstrated leadership qualities, with strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and the university community. Experience in fundraising for a nonprofit organization and experience working with a friends organization desirable. Salary: Commensurate with experience. Benefits available. Applications: For full consideration, submit resume and names and addresses of three references by October 31,1997. Applications accepted until the position is filled. Send resume to: Ray Foster, Library Personnel Services, McKeldin Library, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742-7011. You may also fax your resume: (301) 314-9960. Libraries' Web address: http://www.lib.umd.edu/UMCP. The University of Maryland is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Minorities are encouraged to apply.
DIRECTOR OF THE LIBRARY. The University of the Arts, the only university in the nation devoted to education and professional training in the visual and performing arts, and in media and communication seeks an experienced librarian to head Visual/Performing/Communication Arts and Liberal Arts Library at the University of the Arts. An administrative-level, calendar-year position offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package. Qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited institution, five years professional experience, especially in an art/music and/or college/university library; understanding of multiarts librarianship and library’s role in undergraduate liberal arts and graduate education; strong administrative and communication skills, public service orientation; experience with automated library systems. Applications received by October 15, 1997, will receive first consideration. Submit application, including resume, salary history, brief statement on the leadership and organization of libraries within an expanding university specializing in the arts, to: Library Search Committee, c/o Director of Personnel Services, The University of the Arts, 320 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19102. EOE.
HEAD, MEDIA AND TEACHING RESOURCES. East Carolina University, Joyner Library. The Head, Media and Teaching Resources, supervises three paraprofessional positions and numerous student employees to staff the area approximately 100 hours per week. Responsible for promoting the use of the collection and services, providing reference services, participating in an active bibliographic instruction program, and performing selection and collection development activities. At the present time, the Head reports to the Director, Academic Library Services. Academic Library Services is currently in the process of self-examination that will lead to a new and more effective organization. The position title and some duties may change, but the central functions of the position will not. Required qualifications: An ALA-accredited master's degree, with an undergraduate degree in education or a related area or teaching certification; two years experience in any setting serving children or young adults, or two years experience in an academic library curriculum collection; strong service orientation; administrative ability; superior written and oral communication skills; experience in electronic library technology; the ability to work cooperatively with other professionals to manage and direct a dynamic program of academic library service. Preferred: Graduate degree in education; familiarity with the North Carolina public school curriculum; knowledge of children’s and young adult literature; some supervisory experience; two years recent experience in an academic library. 12-month, tenure-track faculty position with appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. Minimum salary $35,000, depending upon qualifications and experience. Professional achievement, service, and research/creative activity are required for tenure and promotion. Screening of applications will begin October 1, 1997, and continue until the position is filled. Send letter of application, resume, copies of all transcripts, and three current letters of reference to: Search Committee, Head, Media & Teaching Resources, Pat Elks, Executive Assistant, Joyner Library, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27858-4353. Official transcripts from each college or university attended will be required prior to any offer of employment. An equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. We accommodate individuals with disabilities. Applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
MANAGER OF USER SUPPORT SERVICES. The Medical Sciences Library at Texas A&M University invites applications from selfmotivated, service-oriented individuals interested in providing leadership for direct user support services (basic information service, document delivery, circulation, and microcomputer classroom). Required: Two years experience in health sciences or academic library (including some experience providing information services and document delivery services); supervisory experience; ALA-accredited MLS. Preferred: AHIP membership. Non-tenure-track faculty appointment. Minimum salary: $32,000. TAMU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Detailed job description, qualifications, and application information at: http://mslwww.tamu.edu/msl/jobs.htm. Applications to: Kathrine MacNeil, Medical Sciences Library, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843-4462. Applications received by November 15,1997, will receive best consideration.
PHYSICAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY REFERENCE SPECIALIST. New Mexico State University Library. Responsibilities: Provide reference services in a science, engineering, agriculture, and business environment (including some night and weekend hours), and library/information instruction and consultation for student and faculty researchers in physical science and technology departments. Actively promote and deliver workshops and other library services supporting physical science/engineering departments and institutes. Responsible for collection development and serves as faculty liaison to assigned departments. Required: MLS degree from an ALA-accredited program. Strong academic background in sciences or technology and/or demonstrated knowledge of traditional and electronic reference resources in science and technology, including those available on the Internet. Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment. Teaching ability. Effective written and oral communication skills and, in addition to excellent job performance, a commitment to continual development of expertise in the disciplines served, professional development, and service in keeping with university standards for promotion and tenure. Desired: Physical science and/or engineering reference experience. Experience in locating and developing instructional materials and Web pages. Degree or a combination of educational background and experience in a physical science or engineering field. Salary and benefits: $28,500 minimum, depending on credentials and experience. Tenure-track appointment with a 12-month contract, 22 days annual leave, retirement options, and health insurance. Application deadline: Applications must be postmarked by November 15, 1997. Send cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three current references to: Sylvia Ortiz, Search Committee for Science Librarian, New Mexico State University Library, P.O. Box 30006, Las Cruces, NM 88003. For additional information about the library and university see the following Web sites: http://lib.nmsu.edu/ and http://www.nmsu.edu/. New Mexico State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR, LINCOLN DIGITIZATION PROJECT. Illinois State University. Project Administrator: Academic and special libraries in Illinois are seeking a creative, innovative, and enthusiastic full-time administrator to coordinate all aspects of a two-year grant project to digitize images and hypertext information about the life of Abraham Lincoln. The grant is funded by the Illinois State Library’s Educate and Automate program through the Cooperative Collection Management Program, a consortium of 63 academic libraries in Illinois. Project description: The Lincoln Digitization Project will be a freely accessible Web site concentrating in its first year on Lincoln’s activities and experiences as a politician and campaigner prior to the presidential years. The primary goal of the project is to improve and expand access to existing Illinois collections of materials by and about Abraham Lincoln. Newly commissioned content, such as essays, bibliographies, or articles, also will be solicited specifically for inclusion in the Web site, The project will seek participation from all historical societies, libraries, and museums in Illinois by canvassing the state for Lincolniana. One long-term secondary goal of the project is to enhance knowledge of the richness and diversity of Lincoln materials held throughout the state of Illinois. The project will operate under the direction of the Illinois Cooperative Collection Management Program, dedicated to the principles and practice of collaborative development and management of resources typically collected by (or accessed through) academic libraries. Since late 1996 the CCMP has worked with the Illinois State Library and a core group of institutions with significant, unique collections of Lincolniana to develop a plan for the project. Host institution: While the project operates under the auspices of the Illinois CCMP and the Lincoln Project Advisory Board, the project director, who will coordinate oversight for intellectual content, creative design, and production of a final product, will be based at Illinois State University’s Milner Library. The technical functions and technical assistant will be housed at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Illinois State University is a primarily undergraduate institution with 20,000 students. Programs and courses in 33 academic departments include master's and doctoral programs. Milner Library serves as the central library facility for the university community, with 1.3 million volumes, a materials budget of $2.3 million, 34 professionals, and 70 paraprofessionals. Located in the twin cities of Bloomington and Normal, the university is two and a half hours from Chicago, three hours from St. Louis, and one hour from Urbana-Champaign. Qualifications: The Project Administrator’s task will be to coordinate all aspects of the project, including content identification, negotiations for use, editorial work, publicity, administration, and assessment. Minimum qualifications include: master’s degree or Ph.D. in library science, archival sciences, history, or related field. Five years recent professional experience. Familiarity with the scholarly, academic, and library communities. General knowledge of editing, publishing, and digital imaging processes, procedures, technologies, and standards. Grant writing skills to explore additional funding sources. Knowledge of American history. Knowledge of HTML and SGML markup languages (desirable). Good negotiating skills. Communication and public speaking skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Salary: $45,000 for each of two years. Benefits include a standard university package of group medical, dental, and life insurance; 24 days vacation; sick leave. Preferred beginning date: February 1, 1998. Application deadline: Applications will be accepted until position is filled, but for maximum consideration, applications should be submitted not later than November 15, 1997. To apply: Submit letter of application, resume, and names of at least three references to: Lincoln Digitization Project Administrator Search Committee, Attn.: Cheryl Elzy, Associate Dean, Milner Library, Illinois State University. Campus Box 8900, Normal, IL 61790-8900. Illinois State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer encouraging diversity.
PUBLIC SERVICES LIBRARIAN. Position: Public Services Librarian. Department: Transportation Library. Reports to: Head, Transportation Library. Responsibilities: Participates in a variety of public service functions and plans reference services, outreach, and user education appropriate to the department’s priorities. Responsible for managing and staffing a busy reference desk. Outreach activities include maintaining contact with faculty and staff to determine their reference/research needs, which range from routine reference/SDI to special projects. Performs brief reference service for users outside Northwestern and more extensive technical reference in collaboration with the Technical Reference Specialist as part of the Transportation Library’s fee-based information service. Oversees, maintains, and teaches a unique library instruction program for law enforcement research, including possible travel around the country when the regular offsite instructor is not available. Plans and provides instruction to graduate students in transportation and civil engineering. Supports teaching and research agenda of two nationally renowned research institutes, the Transportation Center and the Traffic Institute. Supervises document delivery assistant. Supervises and trains six student aides assigned to reference desk and circulation activities. Represents library at local, regional, and national professional meetings related to transportation. Environment: The Transportation Library, a branch of Northwestern University Library, is a national resource for the study of transportation, supporting the research and teaching needs of the faculty and students of the Transportation Center and the Traffic Institute. The library contains one of the largest transportation collections, emphasizing management, operations, finance, planning, regulation, and safety. Qualifications: MLS from ALA-accredited library school and at least two years library experience, including reference and bibliographic instruction, required. Library experience must show evidence of an increasing level of responsibility. Highly developed communication skills with strong service orientation. Demonstrated experience with computer technology, online searching (LEXIS/NEXIS, Dialog a plus), CD-ROM technology, Internet, and networks is required. Must be willing to travel to teaching sites around the country when the regular instructor for the offsite law enforcement program is not available. Experience with supervising students is highly desirable. Transportation or related background (business or management, social science, public policy, engineering, urban studies) also desirable. Must be eager to work in an entrepreneurial environment with a collegial team. Salary: $27,500, minimum. To apply: Send letter of application and resume, including the names of three references, to: Peter J. Devlin, Personnel Librarian, Northwestern University, 1935 Sheridan Rd., Evanston, IL 60208-2300. Applications received by November 1,1997, will receive first consideration. Northwestern University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Employment eligibility verification required upon hire.
PUBLIC SERVICES LIBRARIAN. The University of Arkansas at Monticello seeks applications for a Public Services Librarian, which is a tenure-track, faculty position. Responsibilities: Providing reference assistance using print and electronic resources; and supervision, selection, and application of local and remote online resources. Some night and weekend hours expected. Qualifications: MLS from ALA-accredited program; experience with academic reference and online assistance; knowledge of electronic information sources and services, including CD-ROM and WWW resources. Familiarity with archives/special collections desirable. Salary dependent upon qualifications. Excellent fringe benefits package. Submit letter of application; resume; and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three current references to: Sandra Dupree, Associate Librarian,
University of Arkansas at Monticello, Monticello, AR 71656. Review of applications will begin October 15,1997, but position will remain open until filled. UAM is an affirmative action, equal opportunity educator and employer.
REFERENCE/INSTRUCTION LIBRARIAN. Lafayette College, a distinguished undergraduate institution with challenging, broad-based curricula in the liberal arts, sciences, and engineering, seeks applications for the position of Reference/lnstruction Librarian. Responsibilities include offering information services with an emphasis on the use of networks and digital collections and participating in an ambitious library instruction program. The position also involves managerial responsibilities relating to consortial activities (particularly the new Pennsylvania Academic Library Connection Initiative), library renovation and facilities use, student employee training, access services, and collection management. Weekend and evening duty required. Lafayette College offers a small-college environment with large-college resources. (Endowment per student is ranked among the top two percent of all U.S. colleges and universities.) The library strongly encourages and supports professional development, the exercise of individual initiative, and the creation of innovative approaches to user services. For more information about the library, including its extensive collection of electronic resources and support program for instructional technology, see http:// www.lafayette.edu/library/homepage.html. Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent graduate degree. Competence in the use of computing and telecommunications technology for teaching, learning, and the delivery of scholarly information. Experience in planning and supervising a training program for student employees. Ability to work effectively with different constituencies and partners on projects requiring careful analysis and coordination, such as consortial resource sharing and library space planning. Excellent oral and written communications skills and strong teaching ability. Compensation: Salary commensurate with qualifications; excellent benefits, including college tuition support for children. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Qualified individuals should send letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references to: Chair, Library Search Committee, c/o Library Director’s Office, David Bishop Skillman Library, Lafayette College, Easton, PA 18042. Consideration of applications will begin on October 15, 1997. An equal opportunity employer.
REFERENCE LIBRARIAN. The American University Library invites applications for a tenure-track appointment as Reference Librarian. Responsibilities: Provide research assistance in an active department with a busy reference desk and in-demand outreach programs and services. Support and assist in user access to the online library system of the Washington Research Library Consortium, World Wide Web resources, networked and stand-alone compact disc databases, LEXIS/NEXIS, mediated databases, and other electronic resources. Design and teach library instruction sessions, prepare publications, participate in departmental planning processes. Build the collection as a subject selector and perform other reference responsibilities as assigned. Evening and weekend service required. Professional development and service to the university community expected. Requirements: ALA-accredited MLS. Reference experience and experience with electronic information resources. Excellent communication skills. Ability to work independently and collegially in a dynamic environment. Preferred: Academic reference experience and library instruction experience. All subject backgrounds considered. Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications. Position available: January 1, 1998. 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 politics, justice, world affairs, communication, science, business, and art in Washington, D.C., enhances the learning environment. The university library serves the university through a collection of over 670,000 volumes, 23 library faculty, 51 full-time staff plus over 150 student assistants, and a budget of over $5.2 million. The university is an active member of the Washington Research Library Consortium, with a shared Endeavor client system that includes an online public catalog and numerous bibliographic databases and a document delivery option. The Reference Department employs nine full-time library faculty and two support staff. Review of applications will begin October 15,1997, and continue until position is filled. Send letter of application, resume, and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: Michele Mikkelsen, Library Personnel Officer American University Library, 4400 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20016-8046. The American University is an AA/EEO university committed to a diverse student body, faculty, and staff. Minority and women candidates are encouraged to apply.
REFERENCE LIBRARIAN (ELECTRONIC SERVICES). Penn State Harrisburg, the Capital College, is seeking an experienced, serviceoriented librarian to provide reference service and leadership in the use, development, and maintenance of all aspects of electronic services within the library. This ie a tenure-track position. Responsibilities: Reference desk coverage, with evening and weekend hours; development and presentation of course-related library instruction and workshops; maintenance of the computer-based resources in the library; collection development in an assigned subject areas; liaison duties with an assigned academic unit and university computing services; and research and service activities in accordance with tenure requirements. Qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited program; experience in library computing; experience in academic reference service, collection development, and bibliographic instruction; knowledge of computer networking (Novell CD-ROM LAN and Windows 95/NT), Internet, Web page development, and general computer troubleshooting; and evidence of scholarly and professional activity. Campus facts: Penn State’s Capital College, with campuses in Middletown and Schuylkill Haven and two centers in Harrisburg, has over 4,500 students. The college offers baccalaureate degrees in 26 academic majors, 19 masters degree programs, and the D.Ed. in adult education and the Ph.D. in public administration. The Heindel Library includes 250,000 volumes, 1.1 million microforms, and 1,560 print periodical subscriptions. Construction of a new library is currently scheduled to begin in the summer of 1998. The new library will include state-of-the-art instruction facilities, 180 computers, and network access for 92 percent of user seating. For more information about the college and Heindel Library, connect to http://www.hbg.psu.edu. Salary and academic rank dependent on qualifications, minimum $35,000. Benefits include liberal vacation; excellent insurance; state or TIAA/CREF retirement; educational privileges; and tax-sheltered annuity plans. Send letter of application or nomination, current vita, and the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of four references to: Chair, Reference Librarian Search Committee, c/o Dorothy Guy, Manager of Human Resources, Penn State Harrisburg, 111 W. Harrisburg Pike, Middletown, PA 17057. Review of applications will begin November 17, 1997, and will continue until the position is filled. Review of applications will begin November 17,1997, and will continue until the position is filled. An affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities encouraged to apply.
REFERENCE SERVICES AND COORDINATOR OF DISTANCE LEARNING SERVICES LIBRARIAN. E. H. Butler Library, Buffalo State College. Buffalo State College is seeking applicants for a 12-month, tenure-track librarian position in the Reference Services Department of E. H. Butler Library at the rank of Senior Assistant Librarian. Salary and benefits are competitive. The college is a comprehensive institution, located in the city of Buffalo, New York, offering arts and science and professional programs at the bachelor's and master's levels to a diverse student population. Responsibilities: The librarian in this position will provide general reference services to students, faculty, staff, and other library patrons at the public desk in Reference Services six to 16 hours per week, including some evening and weekend hours; teach in the Library Instruction Program; participate in materials selection, library governance, grant development, and campus and professional activities. This position also carries primary responsibility for developing, planning, and delivering library services related to distance education, including library instruction using computer networks and/or interactive television; specialized reference assistance by telephone, through electronic mail, in Butler Library, and at remote sites; and liaison with the distance education programs on campus. Qualifications: The successful candidate must have a Master of Library Science degree from an ALA-accredited institution, reference experience in an academic library, demonstrated experience and proficiency with electronic library resources, ability to work with a diverse student population, and excellent oral, written, and electronic communication skills. Traveling to remote sites will be necessary. Experience with distance education services is preferred. Application procedure: Submit letter of application, resume, and names of three references to: Randolph Gadikian, Chair, Search Committee, E. H. Butler Library, Room 134, Buffalo State College, 1300 Elmwood Ave., Buffalo, NY 14222-1095. Deadline: October 13,1997. Buffalo State College is an AA/EOE employer.
VILLA I TATTI, THE HARVARD UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR ITALIAN RENAISSANCE STUDIES, a postdoctoral research institute with an international academic community of some 30 scholars in Florence, Italy, seeks an experienced, innovative person for the position of Nicky Mariano Librarian to head its library, the Biblioteca Berenson. The Mariano Librarian, who reports to I Tatti’s Director, has responsibility for budget, planning, personnel, automation, development of collections and services. This individual also assists in fundraising for the library, entertaining potential donors, and takes part in planning I Tatti’s scholarly activities. I Tatti has a leading role in a consortium of Florentine libraries (IRIS), which are connected to an integrated library system for catalog sharing and coordinated collection development. The Mariano Librarian may be asked to coordinate all consortium activities. Qualifications: MLS or equivalent library experience; second advanced degree or Ph.D. in a humanistic discipline also desirable; fluency in both Italian and English essential; significant administrative and management experience; ability to establish and maintain effective, collaborative relationships with scholars, staff, and other libraries; strong appreciation of excellence in scholarship and research; experience in initiating and implementing new services and strategic directions compatible with the library’s purpose and vision; broad knowledge of and contacts in the library and information sciences field; effective oral and written communication skills. Salary is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. To apply, write with CV and the names of three references to: Walter Kaiser, Director, Villa I Tatti, Harvard University, 124 Mount Auburn St., Cambridge, MA 02138; fax: (617) 495-8041; or to: Walter Kaiser, Director, Villa I Tatti, Via di Vincigliata 26, 50135 Florence, Italy; fax: +39 55 603 383.
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LIBRARIAN, ELECTRONIC RESOURCES. Position responsible for providing effective interface with campus Information Technology (IT) unit for computer, software, and network support, maintenance, and selection of equipment; evaluating electronic resources and selecting databases and products to support the curriculum in business, international studies, and modern languages; planning for program enhancements and participating in problem solving; providing reference assistance to graduate students and faculty; managing Thor, the library’s automated system, using Sirsi’s Unicorn software; and developing and maintaining the library’s Web site. Required: MLS; two years of experience in reference and library systems support, or equivalent combination of additional education and experience; knowledge of computer hardware, library technology and systems; skill in working with staff in technical support and users in a reference setting; and knowledge of business sources. Preferred: Familiarity with Unix. Salary commensurate with experience. Info about school available at http://www.t-bird.edu. For additional information or questions, contact Carol Hammond, Director, at (602) 978-7234 or hammondc@t-bird.edu. To apply: Send letter of application describing qualifications for duties as specified above, resume, and four professional references to: Human Resources, Thunderbird, The American Graduate School of International Management, 15249 N. 59th Ave., Glendale, AZ 85306. Review of applications will begin immediately; open until filled. EOE.
