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ACADEMIC LIBRARIAN RESIDENCY. The University of Minnesota Libraries, Twin Cities Campus (http://www.lib.umn.edu/), has a strong commitment to equal opportunity and affirmative action and offers a Residency Program to increase the number of librarians from underrepresented populations in academic research libraries. This continuing program is designed to attract recent graduates or librarians who are working in public, special, or other libraries to academic research librarianship. The University of Minnesota Libraries will introduce the successful candidate to librarianship in a large, research-oriented environment. During the two-year program, the resident will have senior colleague mentors, focused responsibilities in two major units of the libraries, and significant opportunities to participate in professional development and leadership training. Required Qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited program or its foreign equivalent (degree requirement must be fulfilled by time of appointment). Applications are encouraged from members of underrepresented groups in academic librarianship, which include African-American, American Indian, Asian, and Hispanic. The position is a full-time, two- year, academic/professional position at the Assistant Librarian rank, with a minimum salary of $35,000 plus excellent benefits, moving allowance, and generous professional development and travel support. Recruiting Schedule: Position is available August 1,2003. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Nominations are strongly encouraged. Application Procedure: Applicants should send a letter of application discussing background, experience, and reasons for interest in the Residency Program, a current résumé, and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: Linda DeBeau- Melting, Libraries Human Resources Director, University Libraries, 499 Wilson, 30919th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55455. Please identify application with number UL166. The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.

ACQUISITIONS/TECHNOLOGY SERVICES COORDINATOR. On-site supervision of law library collection replacement project including coordinating work and supervising Processing Specialists, providing accurate bibliographic information to the library, maintaining accurate statistics, and ensuring that documentation meets guidelines and provides appropriate audit information. Will assist with development and documentation of procedures. Education: MLS from ALA-accredited library school. Experience: Minimum two years’ experience in technical services, including acquisitions and copy cataloging utilizing OCLC World Cat; experience with acquisitions system(s), preferably Innovative Interfaces; experience with bibliographic database creation and maintenance required. Skills: Thorough knowledge of OCLC cataloging module and Innovative Interfaces or equivalent acquisitions system; knowledge of microcomputers and the Internet. Location: Houston, Texas. Compensation: $50,000-$55,000 plus full benefits. For additional information about the position and Amigos, goto

ASSISTANT DEAN FOR INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES. Kennedy Library, California Polytechnie State University, San Luis Obispo, California. Full-time, 12- month, Associate Librarian, tenure-track position, beginning September 1,2003. Closing date is June 30, 2003. For details of position, qualifications, and application instructions, please visit www.calpolyjobs.org, complete an online application, and apply to requisition #100059. For questions, please contact Lynda Alamo, e- mail: lalamo@ calpoly.edu. Equal opportunity employer.

CATALOGER, ELECTRONIC RESOURCES AND SPECIAL FORMATS. The incumbent will be responsible for the original and complex copy cataloging of electronic and special format materials, and monographs in all subjects and in various languages for main campus libraries. Serves as the resource person for resolving cataloging problems, and has responsibility for formulating and recommending cataloging policies for electronic resources, special format materials, and digital resources. Minimum Qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited program; minimum two years’ professional cataloging experience in an academic or research library; working expertise of current cataloging standards and practices, and familiarity with established and emerging metadata standards and mark-up languages; demonstrated knowledge of issues and trends in electronic resources cataloging and digital library initiatives; record of participation and accomplishment within the library profession. Salary/Benefits/Rank: Salary range begins at $42,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package including 21 days per year paid leave, medical; TIAA-CREF; tuition assistance. To Apply: Review of applications begins June 1,2003, and continues until position is filled. Submit letter of application and résumé with the names and contact information of three references to: Irene M. Hoffman, Interim Personnel Librarian, Lauinger Library-522, Georgetown University, 37th and O Streets, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20057-1174; or e-mail: libhr@georgetown.edu. Georgetown university is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

Senior Assistant Librarian

Stony Brook University’s Health Sciences Library is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Senior Assistant Librarian. The position is part of the Health Sciences Library’s Center for Health Care Informatics Education.

Required-.MLS or its equivalent from an ALA accredited program and two years of experience in a public services environment. Excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication skills, effective teaching skills, commitment to public service, and the ability and flexibility to both work independently and in a team environment. Training and experience in the use of information technology, searching databases, and the Internet. Preferred Experience in reference service in a health sciences library.

Primary responsibilities include developing courses, teaching and consulting in the library’s formal education program including curriculum integrated informatics instruction and support of evidence-based practice. Active participation in general and specialized reference service including database searching, electronic and traditional resources, general and specialized instruction, research/ consultation services, and outreach to the university, hospital, and community. Participation in special projects.

Twelve month, tenure-track faculty position. Salary range: $40,000-$50,000 with standard healthcare and TIAA/CREF retirement package. Continuing education and professional development opportunities encouraged and supported.

**Application review will start 05/28/2003.

Applications submitted subsequent to the closing date will be considered on a first-come basis until position is filled.

Interested applicants should submit a résumé, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references to:

Colleen Kenefick, Associate Librarian HSC Library, Level 3, Room 136

Stony Brook University Stony Brook, NY 11794-8034

AA/EOE. For other job opportunities, see www.stonybrook.edu/cjo

COORDINATOR, INFORMATION LITERACY PROGRAMS. Coates Library, Trinity University, San Antonio. Available June 1,2003. For information, please see: http://lib.trinity.edu/ libinfo/positions/index.shtml.

FACULTY DIRECTOR, CATALOGING DEPARTMENT. University of Colorado at Boulder. The University of Colorado Libraries is the largest research library in the Rocky Mountain region. It is committed to providing intellectual access to all types of materials in conformance with national and international standards and to developing standards and building cooperative resources through active participation in and contribution to cooperative programs. The Faculty Director of the Cataloging Department reports to the Associate Director for Technical Services. The Faculty Director is responsible for overall management of the department, which consists of 11 faculty, two professional staff, 11 support staff, and student assistants. The Faculty Director works closely with the Libraries Systems Office and Public Services units in developing policies and practices for the online catalog, interinstitutional cooperation, digital initiatives, etc. The department is responsible for original and copy cataloging of monographs and serials acquired and processed centrally, including print, nonprint, and electronic materials; database maintenance; retrospective conversion; and coordination of cataloging policy librarieswide. The department is currently engaged in a partially outsourced project to complete an electronic inventory of the Libraries collections and to prepare materials for off-site storage. Some other cataloging activities may be outsourced underCataloging Department oversight. Cataloging is performed on OCLC for inclusion in the local Innovative Interfaces system and in the regional online catalog, Prospector. The department participates in the Program for Cooperative Cataloging (including NACO, SACO) and Enhance. In furtherance of libraries mission and departmental goals, the Faculty Director teaches in the area of expertise as necessary. The Faculty Director is a prime participant in an ongoing program to recentralize oversight of cataloging activities for those materials currently handled noncentrally. The Faculty Director is a member of the tenure-stream Libraries faculty. Significant parts of the responsibilities of this position are research and creative work and service in keeping with the tenure standards of the University of Colorado at Boulder. Position Requirements: Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program; six years of progressively more responsible experience in cataloging, including three years in a research library utilizing an automated system and bibliographic utility; demonstrated skills in management, supervision, and training; creativity and initiative in resolving problems and implementing change; demonstrated oral and written communications skills; potential for scholarly work and service; experience with a national cooperative cataloging program such as PCC or NACO, etc. Desirable Qualifications: Experience or knowledge of any of the following will enhance a candidacy: cataloging of a variety of types and formats of materials, including print, nonprint, and electronic; experience with creation of metadata; digitization; project management; outsourcing; policy development; documentation; demonstrated accomplishments in research, creative work, and service. Appointment and Salary: The successful candidate will be appointed as a full-time (12-month) tenure-stream faculty member. Depending upon demonstrated accomplishments in research, creative work, and service, appointment will be at the assistant, associate, or full professor level. Starting Salary Range: $61,000-$67,000. Benefits include 22 working days of vacation, 10 paid holidays, liberal sick leave, university group health care plans, group life insurance, TIAA-CREF retirement and annuity, and support for scholarly and professional activities. Tenured librarians are eligible for sabbatical leave. Application Process: Review of applications and nominations will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. It is suggested that applications be on file with the search committee by July 1,2003. Send letter of application specifically addressing qualifications for the position, résumé, and names, postal and e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: Scott Seaman, Associate Director for Administrative Services, University Libraries, 184 UCB, University of Colorado at Boulder, Boulder, CO 80309-0184. The full position description can viewed at: http://www-libraries.colorado.edu/ttp/iaa/ jobs_cataloging.htm. The University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

HEAD OF ACQUISITIONS SERVICES. Scarborough-Phillips Library at St. Edward’s University in Austin, Texas, seeks an energetic, service-oriented librarian to provide leadership and management in all areas of acquisitions services, including serials and cataloging. This is an 11-month faculty appointment at the Instructor or Assistant Professor level commensurate with qualifications and experience. Seewww.stedwards.edu/humr/J03071.htm for all details of the position and application instructions. Equal opportunity employer.

HEAD OF PUBLIC SERVICES FOR SPECIAL COLLECTIONS. Princeton University Library, Princeton, New Jersey. The Princeton University Library, one of the world’s most respected research institutions, serves a diverse community of 6,600 students and 1,100 faculty members with more than 6 million printed volumes, 5 million manuscripts, and 2 million nonprint items. The holdings in its central library and 15 specialized libraries range from ancient papyri and incunabula to the most advanced electronic databases and digital collections. The library employs a dedicated and knowledgeable staff of more than 300 professional and support personnel, complemented by a large student and hourly workforce. More information can be found at the library’s Web site: http://libweb.princeton.edu. Available: Immediately. Description: This is one of two new senior positions designed to provide departmentwide leadership as part of a major reorganization (the other position being for technical services). The department seeks a person who has the capacity to thrive in an environment of change and to foster that capacity in others. The incumbent will be responsible for two active public service operations, one at the Firestone Library and the other at the Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library. Together the reading rooms serve more than 5,000 researchers annually, and thousands more seek help by mail, phone, fax, e-mail, and Web forms. The reference operations are particularly complex in that the holdings span five millennia and five continents, and include approximately 300,000 rare or significant printed works; 40,000 linear feet of textual materials, ranging from cuneiform tablets to contemporary manuscripts; a wealth of prints, drawings, photographs, maps, coins, and other visual materials; the Cotsen Children’s Library; and the Princeton University Archives. The privately owned Scheide Library is associated with the department. The incumbent will be expected to provide some frontline reference assistance in addition to the managerial responsibilities. The position may also have curatorial responsibilities, depending upon appropriate subject knowledge and qualifications. The issues that face the successful creative and innovative manager include: automation of user records; department security; strategic planning with regard to space, resource allocation, and personnel for effective delivery of public services; proactive outreach to faculty and students; digital reserves for special collections materials; responsibility for the department’s Web site; hours of service; integration and scheduling of appropriate curatorial and support staff into reference operations; coordination and review of manuals currently used for reference operations; delivery of photo services (including scanning); reorganization of the department’s two reading rooms; use of seminar rooms; cross-fertilization within the department’s current reference delivery points. In all of these areas, this position must work closely and harmoniously with curatorial staff, seeking the knowledge and advice of these subject specialists who share the responsibility for delivery of public services. The position has major responsibilities for hiring, training, supervising, and overseeing workflow for those involved in room supervision, reception, photo services, and so on. Currently, two professional and eight support staff will report directly to this position, but many other professional and support staff are involved in providing reference and research assistance. This position reports to the Associate University Librarian for Rare Books and Special Collections and will be one of the key members of the management team for the department. Qualifications: Required: MLS or equivalent combination of education and professional experience; at least three years’ experience in the delivery of public services, preferably in a special collections environment, and as an effective supervisor of both professional and support staff; demonstrated understanding f public services functions and knowledge of best practices and current trends in the provision of information services; knowledge of research issues, trends, teaching methods, and instructional design in the humanities and social sciences; demonstrated knowledge of library technology and experience with library automation and Web site development and maintenance; excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills; language skills in one or more Western languages. Strongly Preferred: master’s or Ph.D. in a relevant humanities discipline. Compensation and Benefits: Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience and accomplishments. Twenty-four (24) vacation days a year, plus eleven (11) paid holidays. Annuity program (TIAA-CREF), group life insurance, health coverage insurance, disability insurance, and other benefits are available. Nominations and Applications: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Nominationsand applications (résumé and the names, titles, addresses, and phone numbers of three references) should be sent as a Microsoft Word attachment via e-mail to: libhrpro@princeton.edu; or by fax to: (609) 258-0454. Submissions via regular mail are also welcomed and can be sent to: Search Committee for Librarian: Head of Public Services for Special Collections, c/o Lila Fredenburg, Human Resources Librarian, Princeton University Library, One Washington Road, Princeton, NJ 08544-2098. Princeton University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

LIBRARY INSTUCTION COORDINATOR. Columbia College Chicago seeks an enthusiastic and energetic individual to develop, coordinate, and promote a campuswide user education program for undergraduate and graduate students. Responsibilities include teaching information literacy classes, developing new instruction workshops or courses, coordinating and evaluating all instructional activities, and providing extensive outreach to faculty. Duties include reference desk services (possible eveningsorweekends),serving as liaison for academic departments(s), and performing as Acting Head of Reference when required. ALA-accredited MLS with minimum of two years’ professional experience in academic library instruction; knowledge of traditional and electronic resources; excellent communication skills and strong public service attitude; knowledge of instructional concepts, methodologies, and technologies; ability to work in a culturally diverse college environment. Supervisory experience a plus. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package. Minority and women applicants are especially encouraged to apply. Please submit a cover letter and résumé to: Library, LIC-1, Columbia College, 600 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605. Equal opportunity employer, m/f/d/v.

REFERENCE/INSTRUCTION LIBRARIAN. (Two positions) University of Georgia. Responsible to Head, Reference Department, for assisting students, faculty, and staff in making effective use of electronic library resources in all undergraduate curriculum subjects and in common word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software. Incumbent teaches use of databases, Internet, and applications software; develops knowledge bases for faculty that wish to incorporate bibliographies of electronic resources into electronic curriculum modules. Description of duties and qualifications: www.libs.uga.edu/humres/ jobs/faculty.html. Standard benefits package includes life, health, and disability insurance, mandatory participation in state or optional retirement system, 21 days’ annual leave, and 12 paid holidays. Salary: $31,000. Application Procedure: Send letter of application addressing qualifications, résumé, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references, by June 15,2003, to: Thomas Cetwinski, Human Resources Department, University of Georgia Libraries, Athens, GA 30602-1641. Affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

REFERENCE/MEDIA LIBRARIAN. Western Illinois University seeks a self-motivated, creative librarian to join its reference team. Major responsibilities include providing reference services, managing the media unit, and teaching in the library instruction program. Qualifications: ALA-accredited master’s degree plus either an additional advanced/professional degree, or a sixth-year specialist degree in librarianship, or significant progress toward completion of these degrees. Required: Reference experience; excellent communication skills; a strong commitment to public service. Media or management experience preferred. Rank and Salary: 10-month, tenure-track position includes a flexible schedule, standard benefits, and an annual salary of $45,290 for an assistant professor. For more information, go to: www.wiu.edu/library/openings. Application: Send cover letter, résumé, copies of transcripts, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three current references to: Cindy Johnson, Malpass Library, 1 University Circle, Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL 61455-1390; e-mail: cl-johnson3@wiu.edu. Review of applications will begin on July 15,2003, and continue until the position is filled. Anticipated starting date is September 1,2003. Western Illinois University (Wl U) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, we are interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people. WIU has a nondiscrimination policy that includes sex, race, color, sexual orientation, religion, age, marital status, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

SPECIAL COLLECTIONS CATALOGER. The University of South Florida (USF) Library System seeks qualified candidates for a Special Collections Cataloger. USF is a comprehensive, metropolitan state university, serving more than 39,000 students in nine colleges on four campuses in Tampa, Lakeland, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota. Among the top research universities in the state, USF offers degree programs in 79 undergraduate disciplines, 89 master’s and specialist programs, and 26 doctoral fields, and has a faculty of more than 2,000. The Library System is composed of four campus libraries, a health science library, and a mental health institute library. The combined libraries offer researchers access to 1,734,948 volumes, 16,470 periodicals, and 49 electronic databases. Responsibilities: Reporting to the Head of Cataloging, the Special Collections Cataloger is responsible for original and complex copy cataloging and authority control as appropriate for all materials in Special Collections except serials and electronic resources. This position also works closely with the Director of Collections to establish cataloging priorities and develop strategies to address newly acquired collections. The Special Collections Cataloger will work in a team environment with seven professional cataloged and 11 paraprofessionals and is expected to contribute to planning and training activities supporting departmental objectives. Professional contributions beyond the primary responsibilities include pursuing research and creative activities including publication and presentations; participating in university and library faculty governance activities; participating in library, institutional, local, and national professional service activities; maintaining an awareness of national and local cataloging practices; managing a collection development assignment; and participating in cooperative projects with the USF School of Library and Information Science to further the education of prospective librarians. Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program or an international equivalent; experience in cataloging with AACR2r, LC classification, LCSH, and MARC 21. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with APPM, OCLC, Windows applications, NOTIS, or ExLibris; reading knowledge of one or more foreign languages; ability to work independently and cooperatively; demonstration of a strong potential for professional development; commitment to learning and using emerging technologies; analytical, multitasking and organizational skills, flexibility handling change; demonstrated commitment to the ASERL Competencies for Research Librarians. Deadline to apply is June 27,2003. Salary and Benefits: Salary and rank dependent upon years of post-master’s experience and record of scholarly achievement and service. Salaries for Instructor Librarians begin at $30,000-$35,000. Librarians are 12-month, non-tenured faculty with 22 days’ vacation and 13 days’ sick leave annually; TIAA-CREF or other retirement options and insurance benefits. Application Procedure: Send a letter of application, vita, and names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references, by the above stated deadlines, to: Mark Pearson, Coordinator of Library Human Resources, University of South Florida, 4202 E. Fowler Avenue, LIB 122, Tampa, FL 33620- 5400; phone: (813) 974-4592; fax:(813) 974-5153; e-mail: mpearson@lib.usf.edu. For more information on this position, the library, or the University of South Florida, please visit: http:// www.lib.usf.edu/.

SPECIAL COLLECTIONS LIBRARIAN. The University of South Florida Library System seeks qualified candidates for a Special Collections Librarian. USF is a comprehensive, metropolitan state university, serving more than 39,000 students in nine colleges on four campuses in Tampa, Lakeland, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota. Among the top research universities in the state, USF offers degree programs in 79 undergraduate disciplines, 89 master’s and specialist programs, and 26 doctoral fields, and has a faculty of more than 2,000. The Library System is composed off our campus libraries, a health science library, and a mental health institute library. The combined libraries offer researchers access to 1,734,948 volumes, 16,470 periodicals, and 49 electronic databases. Responsibilities: USF Library System seeks an energetic Special Collections Librarian to process, inventory, describe, and arrange archival and manuscript collections in all formats. Under the supervision of the Director of Collections, this person is responsible for the preparation of print and online collection finding aids; preservation and storage decisions; identification and preparation of archival materials for digitization and Web presentation; public service and outreach to the university and general public through research assistance, publication, instructional programs, and other creative endeavors; curating one or more of Special Collections’ major political and Floridiana collections; working closely with the Director of Collections and other library staff to identify and acquire collections that are concordant with Special Collections’ written collection development policy; planing and executing a program to expand the USF Publications Collection; and provideing collection development liaison support to one or more academic departments. Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program or an international equivalent with at least two years of special collections or archives experience in an academic or special library setting. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must. Preferred Qualifications: Formal archival education or institute certification; Florida or Southern history credentials; collection development experience; subject master’s degree; ability to design and develop Web sites; public service experience; demonstrated commitment to the ASERL Competencies for Research Librarians. Deadline to apply is July 4, 2003. Salary and Benefits’. Salary and rank dependent upon years of post-master’s experience and record of scholarly achievement and service. Salaries for Instructor Librarians begin at $30,000-$35,000. Librarians are 12-month, non-tenured faculty with 22 days’ vacation and 13 days’ sick leave annually; TIAA-CREF or other retirement options and insurance benefits. Application Procedure: Send a letter of application, vita, and names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references, bythe above stated deadlines, to: Mark Pearson, Coordinator of Library Human Resources, University of South Florida, 4202 E. Fowler Avenue, LIB 122, Tampa, FL 33620-5400; phone: (813) 974-4592; fax:(813) 974-5153; e-mail: mpearson @ lib.usf.edu. For more information on this position, the library, or the University of South Florida, please visit: http://www.lib.usf.edu/.

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DIRECTOR OF THE LIBRARY.Alma College invites applications for Director of the Library. Alma College is a highly selective, private, liberal arts college in central Michigan. Affiliated with the Presbyterian Church, Alma is classified as a Carnegie Liberal Arts I institution, is a member of the Oberlin Library Group, and has a Phi Beta Kappa chapter. Alma College Library serves a community of 1,400 undergraduate students and 102 faculty. The collection includes 247,000 volumes, 1,200 subscriptions, and a wide range of electronic resources. In 2001 the library installed Innovative Interfaces’ Millennium library system. The Director of the Library administers services, collection development and user education, and assumes a leadership role in determining library policies and developing budgets, including long-range planning. The director works closely with three professional librarians and five staff as an integrated part of the daily operations of the library, including reference and instruction. This is a tenure-track faculty position. Professional achievement, research/creative work, and service are required for tenure and promotion. Salary, benefits, and support for professional development are competitive. Required Qualifications: ALA- accredited MLS (additional advanced degree preferred); minimum of five years of administrative experience in an academic library; experience in planning and/or managing a budget; commitment to liberal arts undergraduate education; excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills; record of publication or significant involvement with regional or national professional library organizations; experience with current Library automation and information technology systems. Send a letter of application and a résumé with five references to: Director of Library Search Committee, Alma College, 614 West Superior Street, Alma, MI 48801. Review of applications will begin August 1, 2003, and continue until the position is filled. Preliminary interviews may be arranged at the ALA meeting in Toronto. The anticipated start date is January 2004. Alma College’s nondiscrimination policy includes age, color, creed, gender, national origin, physical ability, race, religion, and sexual orientation. For more information about Alma College and its library, visit the college’s Web site at: http://www.alma.edu.