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POSITIONS OPEN
ACQUISITIONS AND CATALOGING, DEPARTMENT HEAD.Responsible for the oversight of two Technical Service areas: Acquisitions and Cataloging. Responsible for day-to-day management of both areas, including supervising staff, establishing and implementing procedures, and monitoring workflow and output. Reviews all original cataloging, oversees materials budget, interacts with book and serials vendors. Catalogs materials as needed. Will participate in departmental and librarywide projects. Is a member of the Department Heads Group. Required: MLS from an ALA-accredited library school. Subject master’s degree desirable. Minimum three years of cataloging experience, in a professional position, preferably in an academic library. Working knowledge of all MARC formats, AACR2r, and LCSH/LC classification schedules. Experience in electronic products; examples: OCLC, Cataloger’s Desktop, linking to additional utilities, bibliographic services from vendor, ordering/payment services from vendors. Supervisory experience, preferably of full-time staff. Familiarity with automated cataloging systems. Must meet basic computer competencies. Serials cataloging experience. Experience with name, subject, and series authority control. Original cataloging of foreign language materials. Familiarity with national issues and trends in cataloging, acquisitions, and developing online catalogs. Budgeting experience. Monographic or serials acquisitions experience. Skills: Good interpersonal skills, with ability to interact successfully with library patrons, professional colleagues, and all levels of staffing. Good written and oral communications skills. Proficiency in use of online cataloging skills and CD-ROM products. Microcomputer skills, especially word processing and spreadsheets, desirable. Working knowledge of at least one modern European non-English language, Spanish preferred. Ability to plan and organize. The University of Texas at El Paso is a commuter campus, with over 15,000 students and 700 faculty. The modern, six-floor Library building houses a centralized collection of over 800,000 volumes. Staff consists of 24 professionals, 46 support staff, and 108 student assistants. El Paso, located on the U.S. Mexico border, offers a unique bicultural environment, low cost of living, year-round sunshine, mild winter climate, beautiful mountain sunrises and sunsets, and provides easy access to Mexico, New Mexico, and Arizona. More information about the Library and the University may be found at the Library’s home page: http://libraryweb.utep.edu. Salary/Benefits: Minimum $47,000. Benefits include group medical/life insurance and choice of retirement plans. Texas has no state income tax. To Apply: Send letter of application, resume, and the names/telephone numbers of three references to: Lydia Limas, Administrative Assistant, University of Texas at El Paso, Library Administration Room 316, El Paso, TX 79968-0582. Review of applications begins August 15, 2000, and continues until the position is filled. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services.
ASSISTANT CURATOR.James Ford Bell Library. University of Minnesota Libraries—Twin Cities Campus (http://www.lib.umn.edu). The University of Minnesota Libraries invites applications and nominations for the position of Assistant Curator of the James Ford Bell Library, a unique collection of rare books, maps, and manuscripts documenting relations between Europeans and non-European places and peoples in the period 1400 to 1800. Established in 1953 with a gift from the private library of James Ford Bell, founder of the General Mills
Company in Minneapolis, this collection of original materials currently numbers 20,000 rare books, 2,500 manuscripts, and 2,500 maps. Further information is available at: http://www.bell.lib.umn.edu. The University of Minnesota, located in the center of the beautiful Twin Cities metropolitan area, is one of the most comprehensive universities in North America, offering 161 bachelor’s degrees, 218 master’s degrees, 114 doctoral degrees, and five professional degrees. With an enrollment of more than 45,000 students, the Twin Cities campus is the flagship campus of the UMN system. Responsibilities: User Services: Provide reference assistance for researchers through instruction, promotion, exhibit curation, and program development. Collection Development and Management: Assist in selecting materials for the library. Make decisions concerning conservation and preservation. Cataloging and Description: Create and maintain online cataloging records for rare books, maps, and manuscripts in western European languages. Unit Administration: Oversee operations of the unit in the absence of the Curator. Supervise student staff and volunteers. Other duties, including: prepare exhibits, assist at lectures and other events, provide liaison with academic and library departments, provide service on evenings and weekends and by appointment, assist in design and content of Web pages. May be assigned evenings and weekends in response to service needs. Qualifications: Required: ALA-accredited MLS (or foreign equivalent): working knowledge of a western European language; knowledge of electronic library resources; excellent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work effectively with a diverse clientele. Preferred: Background in history, geography, or related fields; advanced degree or graduate work in humanities or social sciences discipline; experience in special collections or archives, especially working with rare books and manuscripts; cataloging experience in an online environment. Salary and Benefits: This is a full-time, 12-month, continuous-appointment-track, academic/professional position with probationary appointment at the Assistant Librarian rank. The Libraries offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, but not less than $33,000, for this position. Excellent benefits and substantial moving allowance. Recruiting Schedule: Position is available immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. A full position description is available at: http://www.umn.edu/ohr/employ.html listed with Academic Professional positions by Job Number UL117. To Apply: Send a letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three current professional references to: Search Committee, Libraries Human Resources, University Libraries, 499 Wilson Library, 3091 9th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55455-0414. Please identify your application with # UL 117. The University of Minnesota is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, or sexual orientation.
ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN/HEAD OF TECHNICAL SERVICES
(Search Reopened) (Faculty Status, Tenure Track). Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts invites applicants for a tenure-track position of Assistant Librarian/Head of Technical Services. The candidate will be responsible for the technical service areas of the Library; to review and form policies with the Associate Dean for Library and Information Services with regard to technical services; supervise technical service Librarians; work with vendors and content providers, as well as with computers and networks. MLS from ALA-accredited institution required, supervisory experience and experience with computers, networks, and MARC, OCLC, and AACR2. To apply, send letter of application and vita to: Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, Human Resources Office, 375 Church Street, North Adams, MA 01247-4100. Will accept applications until filled. MCLA is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Visit our Web site at www.mcla.mass.edu.
ASSISTANT LIBRARY DIRECTOR.Miami Dade Community College. ID #2-33372 KC: Provides leadership for the implementation and
Evaluation of programs and services of the library to ensure program effectiveness and quality; oversees and has supervisory responsibility for Circulation Services, Reference, and Information Services, as well as other aspects of Public Services. Required: MA in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school. Salary: $42,438 Minimum. Closing Date: October 13, 2000. Visit www.mdcc.edu or call Job Information Line at (305) 237-2050 for further details, instructions, and an M-DCC employment application.
ASSOCIATE HEAD LIBRARIAN.Suffolk County Community College seeks an Associate Head Librarian to provide leadership in centralized library functions, including technical services, media services, and otherassigned areas. Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS; five years’ professional library experience (academic preferred); administrative experience, including supervision; understanding of system administration, database management, acquisitions/cataloging, and media services (expertise desirable).
Salary: $63,900-$70,984. Send cover letter and résumé to: Office of Human Resources, Suffolk County Community College, 533 College Road, Selden, NY 11784.
ASSOCIATE LIBRARY DIRECTOR.Academic staff, 12-month appointment. Starting date not later than January 1,2001. Duties: Direct university library services, operations, personnel, and budget under the direction of the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Information Services. Develop, coordinate, and evaluate library services, and collaborate with staff to best serve students and other members of the university community. Represent the library on appropriate committees. Required: ALA-accredited MLS degree. Three years of administrative and supervisory experience with increasing responsibility in an academic library. Effective oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated skills in organization, planning, budgeting, and staff supervision, including a collegial leadership style. Willingness and enthusiasm to adopt new technologies and a strong commitment to diversity and service to students and
Others in the campus community. Understanding of issues related to library technology and knowledge of emerging trends in academic libraries. Preferred: Second master’s degree in an academic subject and assistant library director experience. Successful experience with grant writing and other outside funding activities. Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience; minimum $60,000. Attractive fringe benefits. Review of applications will begin on October 1,2000. Send application letter detailing qualifications for the position, a current resume, and names, addresses, and phone numbers of three or more professional references to: Paul Moriarty, Chair, Search and Screen Committee, Elton S. Karrmann Library, University of Wisconsin-Platteville, 1 University Plaza, Platteville, Wl 53818-3099. E-mail: moriarty@uwplatt.edu. Telephone: (608) 342-1688. (www.uwplatt.edu/~library) Affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Women and persons of color are encouraged to apply. The names of nominees and applicants who have not requested in writing that their identity be kept confidential, and of all finalists, will be released upon request.
CATALOG LIBRARIAN, ASSISTANT OR ASSOCIATE PROFES-SOR.Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Library and Information Services (LIS). Responsibilities: Performs original and complex adaptive cataloging of print and nonprint materials, including electronic resources as part of the OCLCCORC Project, according to AACR2-R,LCRI,LCSH, MFHD, CONSER, and other relevant national standards. Develops comprehensive bibliographic descriptions, assigns subject headings and classification numbers according to Library of Congress practice, and inputs holdings into OCLC and DR A according to the MARC Format for Holdings Data. The incumbent will also participate in authority control and resolve inconsistencies in serials holdings. Participates in developing, documenting, and implementing cataloging policies and procedures. Term of Contract: Tenure-track, 12-month continuing appointment. Professional rank and salary dependent upon credentials and experience, with a minimum salary of $37,000. Excellent fringe benefits program. More information is available at: http://www.siue.edu. Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS degree, minimum of two years’ professional cataloging experience utilizing LCSH and LCC; experience with OCLC or similar bibliographic utility; and experience with an automated integrated library system; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; strong service orientation. Working knowledge of USM ARC holdings format and experience with DR A preferred. University Environment: SIUE is 20 minutes northeast of St. Louis, Missouri. The University is situated on 2,600 acres of rolling land and woods along bluffs, a few miles from the Mississippi River. As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is the first choice of a diverse pool of applicants and boasts a student body of more than 11,000. Applications: Review to begin October 1,2000, and to remain open until position is filled. Send letter of application, resume, names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references to: Jay Starratt, Dean of Library and Information Services, Lovejoy Library, SlUEBox 1063, Edwardsville, IL62026-1063. As an affirmative action employer, SIUE offers equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, creed or religion, age, sex, national origin, or disability. Applications from women and minority groups are especially encouraged.
CATALOGING DEPARTMENT LIBRARIAN.Responsible for original cataloging and cataloging projects for new and retrospective materials not currently included in the online catalog. Catalogs serials, microforms, and other special project materials. May catalog foreign language material, particularly in Spanish. Will participate in departmental and librarywide projects, as needed. Required: MLS from an ALA-accredited library school. Subject master’s degree desirable. Minimum of two years of cataloging experience, in a professional or preprofessional position, preferably in an academic library. Working knowledge of all MARC formats, AACR2r, and LCSH/LC classification schedules. Experience in using online services and CD-ROM products; examples: OCLC, Catalogers Desktop, linking to additional utilities, bibliographic services from vendors. Must meet basic computer competencies. Serials and other nonbook formats cataloging experience. Experience with name, subject, and series authority control. Original cataloging of foreign language materials. Familiarity with automated cataloging systems. Familiarity with national issues and trends in cataloging and use of online catalogs. Supervisory experience, preferably of fulltime staff. Skills: Good interpersonal skills, with ability to interact successfully with library patrons, professional colleagues, at all levels of staffing. Good written and oral communication skills. Proficiency in use of cataloging tools in electronic formats. Sonic microcomputer
Skills, especially word processing, desirable. Working knowledge of at least one modern European non-English language, Spanish preferred. Ability to plan and organize. The University of Texas at El Paso is a commuter campus, with over 15,000 students and 700 faculty. The modern, six-floor Library building houses a centralized collection of over 800,000 volumes. Staff consists of 24 professionals, 46 support staff, and 108 student assistants. El Paso, located on the U.S. Mexico border, offers a unique bicultural environment, low cost of living, year-round sunshine, mild winter climate, beautiful mountain sunrises and sunsets, and provides easy access to Mexico, New Mexico, and Arizona. More information about the Library and the University may be found at the Library’s home page: http://libraryweb.utep.edu. Salary/Benefits: Minimum $33,000. Benefits include group medical/life insurance and choice of retirement plans. Texas has no income tax. To Apply: Send letter of application, resume, and the names/telephone numbers of three references to: Lydia Limas, Administrative Assistant, University of Texas at El Paso, Library Administration, Room 316, El Paso, TX 79968-0582. Review of applications begins February 1,2000, and continues until the position is filled. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services.
CATALOGER, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR.(Tenure Leading) Starting December 1,2000, appointment date negotiable. General Information:
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is Nebraska’s only land-grant University and its major comprehensive institution of higher education. A Carnegie Research I institution, the University offers 36 doctoral programs and 78 master’s programs. The total 1999-2000 fall enrollment at the University was 22,142 students. A member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Libraries’ system and services are extensive, including 2,250,000 volumes vand 20,200 active periodicals and serials. The Libraries offer both in-house and remote access to a wide variety of electronic resources. The Innovative Research Information System (IRIS) currently includes the Libraries electronic catalog, general and specialized journal indexes, full-text electronic journals, and a host of Internet resources. Love Memorial Library is the largest library facility; in addition, there are agriculture, architecture, chemistry, engineering, geology, biological sciences, mathematics, music, and physics libraries. Responsibilities: This position reports to the Chair of the Cataloging Department and is responsible for: original and complex copy cataloging of print and nonprint materials in the humanities and social sciences, including procedures for OCLC Enhance, Upgrade, and Enrichment functions; creates series and name authority records for NACO and local system; acts as a resource person for cataloging assistants; participates in departmental and librarywide committees and task forces; completes special assignments as assigned; and participates in professional development activities. Required: MLS from an ALA-accredited program; major or advanced degree in Spanish or French language or equivalent knowledge of Spanish
Or French language and literature; experience using OCLC or similar cataloging utility; demonstrated knowledge of LC classification, LC subject headings, and AACR2; experience using automated library systems; current awareness of national trends and developments in cataloging; excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and time-management skills; ability to work flexibly and creatively in a rapidly changing environment; ability to interact positively and productively with library colleagues, students, faculty, and staff; and demonstrated potential for professional development and growth. Preferred: Professional or paraprofessional cataloging experience in an academic library; knowledge of other foreign languages, especially German, Italian, Chinese, or Japanese; and familiarity with the Internet, PC software packages, mark-up languages, and cataloging electronic resources. $32,000 for a 12-month appointment. Salary dependent upon the qualifications of the successful candidate. Application deadline is October 15, 2000. Applications postmarked after this date will not be considered. The University and the Libraries have a strong commitment to achieving diversity among faculty and staff. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from members of underrepresented groups. Highly motivated librarians who are committed to library service by providing bibliographic description and access to library materials and who have strong interpersonal, bibliographic, and technical skills are urged to apply. Candidates should submit a letter of application and current resume, which explicitly address how their education, relevant experience, and other relevant qualifications meet the responsibilities and qualifications for this vacancy. The candidate should also submit the names, current addresses, and current telephone numbers of three references who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s qualifications for this vacancy to: Larry L. Kahle, Associate Dean, 141 Love library, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, P.O. Box 880410, Lincoln, NE 68588-0410. For more information about the UNL Libraries, visit our homepage at: http://iris.unl.edu. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is committed to a pluralistic campus community through affirmative action and equal opportunity and is responsive to the needs of dual career couples. We assure reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act; contact Larry Kahle at (402) 472-2526 for assistance.
COORDINATOR OF ELECTRONIC REFERENCE SERVICES.(Library Faculty Vacancy) The University of Oklahoma. Duties: Underthe general direction of the Head of Reference, the Coordinator provides leadership in the development, selection, promotion, and implementation of electronic reference services in the Reference Department and Government Documents Collection. He or she collaborates with librarians and academic program representatives in meeting their instructional objectives; serves as departmental liaison with the Library Systems Office; keeps the Reference Department and Government Documents Collection informed of technological changes and developments; develops and presents workshops on the application of new technologies; facilitates the development of training programs and instructional materials for teaching electronic resources; maintains the
Reference Department Web page; participates in departmental programs of reference assistance, collection development, and bibliographic instruction and coordinates the Reference Department services to distance education students. This position is governed by the University’s policies requiring research or creative achievement and professional service as outlined by the Faculty Handbook at: http:// www.ou.edu/provost/pronew/content/fhbmenu.html. Qualifications: Required: MLS from ALA-accredited library school; working knowledge of Windows-compatible hardware, software, peripherals, operating systems, and HTML; experience with design of Web pages; expertise with providing electronic information services; instructional experience; familiarity with current trends and issues in delivering reference services to distant students and ability to apply this knowledge to a local situation; excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Desirable: 1 -2 years of experience providing reference service in an academic or research library; advanced degree in a subject discipline; experience creating and maintaining an institutional Web site; structured teaching experience; collection development experience in a subject discipline; familiarity with SIRSI or other automated library management system; and evidence of research or creative achievement. Search will remain open until filled. First screening date: October 15, 2000. Salary: $36,000. Benefits: TIAA-CREF; State Retirement System; 33 days’ paid leave; University holidays; comprehensive medical protection; group life insurance; and reduced tuition. University Libraries: A member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Research Libraries Group, the Big 12plus Library Consortium, AMIGOS Library Services, and the Oklahoma Library Technology Network, the University of Oklahoma Libraries consists of the Bizzell Memorial Library, six branch libraries, and three special libraries: the History of Science; the Western History; and the Bass Business History collections. The library system contains more than 4.1 million volumes and 16,000 serial subscriptions in its general collections. The University Libraries is currently benefiting from a 10-year program to increase library funding by 1 million dollars per year. The University Libraries is committed to the integration of electronic resources with traditional library resources to create a superior learning environment. The Libraries operates the SIRSI library management system for local holdings and accesses major electronic databases through OCLC First Search, Searchbank/lnfotrac, Lexis-Nexis, Bell & Howell ProQuest, the Center for Research Libraries, and JSTOR. The University Libraries is a NACO contributing library. More information about the University of Oklahoma Libraries and its services may be found at: http:// libraries.ou.edu. Founded in 1890, the University of Oklahoma is in the heart of Norman, Oklahoma, an attractive community of 90,000 within the Oklahoma City metropolitan area. Norman is noted for its low cost of living, quality schools and friendliness. Employment: Librarians have faculty status, privileges, responsibilities, rank of assistant professor or above, and are eligible for tenure. Application: Send letter of application with resume, a list of publications, and the names of three references including current supervisor to: Donald C. Hudson, Assistant to the Dean for Administrative Services, University Libraries, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 73019; (405) 325-2611. Oklahoma University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. We encourage women and minority applicants, and we are responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
COORDINATOR OF REFERENCE SERVICES.University of Houston Libraries. Responsibilities: Coordinates print and electronic reference services in a very active and evolving environment. Reporting to the Head of Information Services and working in close cooperation with the reference librarians, sets goals and designs, implements, and evaluates programs and services that support the teaching and research activities of faculty, students and staff. Establishes policies and procedures for the provision of reference services. Develops and monitors training programs and ongoing staff support for staff and students working at the Reference and Information Desk and monitoring 150 public computer terminals. Supervises two librarians and two support staff in the accomplishment of these responsibilities. The Coordinator provides reference desk service, including some evening and weekend hours and participates in the user education program. For a more detailed description: http://info.lib.uh.edu/local/refcord.htm. Qualifications: Required: ALA-accredited master’s degree; relevant reference experience, including recent experience with a variety of electronic resources; excellent written and oral communication skills; a strong
Public service orientation; ability to work effectively in a team environment. Preferred: Successful supervisory experience. Desirable: Teaching experience. Salary: $37,000. Excellent benefits package, including choice of health coverage; choice of retirement programs including TIAA-CREF; tax-deferred annuity program available; release time to take a class up to 3 hrs/week; no state or local income tax. Library Information: The Libraries are a member of the Association of Research Libraries, hold about 2 million volumes, and have a current materials budget of $4.2 million. Total staff includes 52 professionals and 130 support staff. Additional information available at http:// info.lib.uh.edu. Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Send letter of application, names of 3 references, and resume to John Lehner, Library Human Resources Director, M.D. Anderson Library, University of Houston Libraries, Houston, Texas
77204-2091. The University of Houston is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
COORDINATOR OF THE MUSIC LIBRARY.University of Houston Libraries. Responsibilities: Plan and administer the programs and daily operations of the Music Library. Supervise, train, and evaluate the employees of the Music Library, including 1 librarian, 1.5 FTE staff, and 5 part-time student employees. Provide reference service in the branch. Develop the collections in all formats for music and possibly a second subject area in the humanities. Participate in library instruction for the Music Library. Maintain a close relationship with branch library administrators and the Moores’ School of Music faculty. Teach an Introduction to Musicology course for the Moores' School of Music. All
Branch librarians serve limited hours at the Reference/Electronic Publications Center desk at the M.D. Anderson (main) Library and may participate in the general user education program of the Libraries. For a more detailed position announcement, see: http://info.lib.uh.edu/ local/musiccrd.htm. Requirements: Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library school; bachelor’s degree in music; excellent communication skills and strong service orientation required. Master’s degree in music; supervisory experience; and instructional experience preferred. Salary: $37,000. Excellent benefits package, including choice of health coverage; choice of retirement programs including TIAA- CREF; tax-deferred annuity program available; release time to take a class up to three hours/week; no state or local income tax. General Information: The Libraries are a member of the Association of Research Libraries, hold over 2 million volumes, with a current materials budget of $4.2 million. Total staff includes 48 professionals and 120 FTE support staff. Additional information is available at http://info.lib.uh.edu. For additional facts about Houston, including information about its housing market, flourishing arts scene, low cost of living, plus other interesting information, visit our Web site at: http://info.lib.uh.edu/local/houston.htm. Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Send letter of application, names of three references, and résumé to: John Lehner, Library Human Resources Director, M.D. Anderson Library, University of Houston Libraries, Houston, TX 77204-2091. The University of Houston is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
DATA AND ELECTRONIC SERVICES LIBRARIAN, GOVERNMENT PUBLICATIONS DEPARTMENT.Indiana University Libraries, Bloomington. Underthe general direction of the Head of lU-Bloomington’s Government Publications Department, has responsibility across departments for developing, maintaining, and providing service to resources for numeric data; incumbent actively collaborates with Government Publications Department staff, collection managers, and staff in the Library Information Technology Department and Digital Library Program to develop and provide coordinated services to meet full range of data needs at Indiana University in the social science departments and in related programs and professional schools, including the Political Science Data Lab; coordinates provision of electronic collections and services within Government Publications Department; may be assigned liaison responsibilities to an academic unit contingent on qualifications and experience; provides consulting and instruction in use of statistical information; also leads and coordinates staff training in statistical literacy; participates in development of GIS services as appropriate in relation to development of collection of statistical information resources; maintains and develops Libraries’ relationships with university, state, national, and international data organizations, such as IASSIST, APDU, and ICPSR; participates in reference and research services and instruction in Government Publications Department, including evening and weekend hours on rotating basis; stays professionally active and monitors developments and best practices elsewhere to help ensure excellence of Indiana’s data archive and electronic services; supervises student assistants; assists in prepa-
Ration of department budgets and reports as appropriate; participates as team member in management and policy decisions of Government Publications Department and may participate in librarywide decision making through committee membership and other means as appropriate; seeks grants and other outside funding opportunities. Qualifications: Required: MLS or MIS from ALA-accredited library school or equivalent combination of education and experience; subject knowledge of social sciences and/or government documents; familiarity with emerging technologies that support research with government information and numeric data sets; Systematic approach to work, attention to detail, ability to manage broad variety of tasks and shifting priorities; demonstrated ability to provide instructional presentations and training; excellent oral, analytical, and written communication skills with demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with variety of staff and clients. Preferred: Minimum two years’ relevant professional experience with relevant experience or knowledge of statistical and spatial software for data analysis and with online and network-based information systems; experience in collection development, reference, and/or instruction in academic or research library; experience or demonstrated ability to prepare documentation that supports the use of statistical information, including the use of the Web for making the documentation available. Salary and Benefits: Salary and rank negotiable and competitive dependent upon qualifications and experience. Benefits include university health care plan, TIAA-CREF retirement/annuity plan, group life insurance, liberal vacation and sick leave. To Apply: Send letter of application, professional vita, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of four references to: Yolanda Cooper-Birdine, Libraries Human Resources Officer, Indiana University Libraries, Main Library C-201, Bloomington, IN 47405; phone: (812) 855-8196; fax: (812) 855-2576; e-mail: ycooperb@indiana.edu. Review of applications begins September 15, 2000, and continues until position is filled. For further information concerning Indiana University: http://www.iub.edu. Indiana University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.
DEPUTY DIRECTOR.The Duke University Medical Center Library is seeking an experienced, energetic, and innovative managerand leader forthe position of Deputy Director. This position is responsible for daily operations of the Library, including routine budget decisions, personnel issues, and services. Other duties include: ensuring coordination among Library services areas and units; planning, implementing, and monitoring services, resources, or projects; setting goals, priorities, and timelines; fostering a creative, team-oriented work environment; encouraging communication, collaboration, and excellent customer service throughout the Library; coordinating and facilitating management and general staff meetings; coaching, listening to, and inspiring library staff to do their best. This position works with the Associate Dean in budget preparation, resource allocation, strategic planning, and policy decisions. The Medical Center Library, a leader in advancing the role of information services in the Medical Center, is committed to providing the “best way to the best information.” In support of the mission of the Medical Center, we are active partners in clinical, research, and educational initiatives. The Library supports staff
Development and encourages participation in local, regional, and national organizations. Duke University is located in the Research Triangle of North Carolina, formed by the communities of Chapel Hill, Durham, and Raleigh, in addition to the Research Triangle Park; it is an area rich in educational, cultural, and recreational opportunities. Requirements: ALA-accredited master’s degree in library or information science or other relevant advanced degree. Five years of progressive administrative experience in an academic or health sciences library, including experience in budgeting, strategic planning, and handling of personnel issues. Requires team-oriented leadership style; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; demonstrated organizational, decisionmaking, and problem-solving skills; ability to be flexible and proactive in a rapidly changing environment; knowledge of trends and issues in health care libraries, education, and professions. Salary: $55,000 minimum. Salary based on experience and qualifications. Visit our Web site at: www.mc.duke.edu/mclibrary/about/jobs.html for more detailed information about the job and benefits. Candidates applying by
September 29 will be given first consideration.Sendletter of application, résumé, and three references to: Vanessa Sellars, Assistant Director of Administrative Services, Duke University Medical Center Library, Box 3702, Durham, NC 27710. AAE/EOE.
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC SERVICES.The University of Oklahoma. Library Faculty Vacancy. Position: Director of Public Services. Duties: Under the direction of the Dean of University Libraries, the Director of Public Services has administrative responsibility for reference services, branch libraries operations, and current periodicals and microforms. The position also provides administrative support for three special collections. The director works closely with the University Libraries’ Director of Information Management and Delivery and with the Director of Library Systems in librarywide planning, policy, and programs. The Director of Public Services advises the Dean of University Libraries on library policy, operations, and related administrative matters, and may represent the dean at national, regional, state, community, and
University meetings and in cooperative activities. The Director of Public Services provides leadership in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of library programs and services and coordinates public service operations with other library service areas. He or she must demonstrate a thorough knowledge of current trends in librarianship; outstanding communication and supervisory skills; and be able to analyze complex issues and present library policy and issues to multiple constituencies. The Director of Public Services will have faculty status and must be able to meet the requirements for promotion and tenure as defined by the University of Oklahoma’s Faculty Handbook at: http:/ /www.ou.edu/provost/pronew/content/fhbmenu.html. Qualifications: Required: MLS from ALA-accredited library school; six or more years in increasingly responsible professional positions that include library public service and administration or supervision; experience in managing a complex and changing operations environment; a thorough understanding of library operations; effective oral and written communication skills; and a demonstrated ability to integrate traditional library functions with new technologies and services. Desired: A second master’s or other advanced degree; active involvement in professional associations; experience with SIRSI Library Management System; and a record of research and publication. Search will remain open until filled. First screening date: September 15,2000. Salary: Commensurate with experience. Benefits: TIAA-CREF; State Retirement System; 33’ days paid leave; University holidays; comprehensive medical protection; group life insurance; and reduced tuition. University Libraries: A member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Research Libraries Group, the Big 12plus Library Consortium, AMIGOS Library Services, and the Oklahoma Library Technology Network, the University of Oklahoma Libraries consists of the Bizzell Memorial Library, six branch libraries, and three special libraries: the History of Science; the Western History; and the Bass Business History collections. The library system contains more than 4.1 million volumes and 16,000 serial subscriptions in its general collections. The University Libraries is currently benefiting from a 10-year program to increase library funding by 1 million dollars per year. The University Libraries is committed to the integration of electronic resources with traditional library resources to create a superior learning environment. The Libraries operate the SIRSI library management system for local holdings and accesses major
Application: Send letter of application with resume, a list of publications, and the names of three references including current supervisor to: Donald C. Hudson, Assistant to the Dean for Administrative Services, University Libraries, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 73019, (405) 325-2611. Oklahoma University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. We encourage women and minority applicants and we are responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
DIRECTOR OFTECHNICAL SERVICES.University of Nevada, Reno. Responsibilities: Provides creative leadership for Technical Services
Division, including Catalog, Acquisitions, and Serials; 24 staff (4 direct reports). Coordinates division’s policies and operations to meet the challenge of increasing productivity in a highly automated environment with a commitment to electronic resources. Reports to Dean of Libraries. Represents division to library administration. Serves as member of Dean’s Cabinet, collaborating with Directors of Library Systems, Research Services, and Access Services in strategic planning and program assessment. Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS. Minimum 5 years’ academic library, technical services experience in progressively responsible positions. Record of successful management in at least one major technical services function, including supervision of professional staff. Thorough knowledge of online integrated library systems (preferably Innovative Interfaces), bibliographic utilities, and networks. Experience with selection, purchasing, licensing, and/or cataloging of electronic resources. Experience with fiscal management in an automated environment highly desirable. Understanding of current issues in technical services and application of technology in academic libraries. Ability to provide leadership, set priorities, and resolve competing demands. Ability to foster teamwork in a technical services environment. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. Strong analytic, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Flexibility to accept, manage, and incorporate change. Evidence of ability to meet promotion and tenure requirements, including record of active professional service and evidence of research or creative achievement are highly desirable. Salary and Fringes: Open, depending upon qualifications and experience. TIAA/CREF and other retirement options; 24 vacation days per year; generous sick leave. No state income tax or FICA. Tuition benefits for self and family. Environment: University of Nevada, Reno has a student body of 12,500, with approximately one-third enrolled in graduate degree programs. The University is situated in Reno, a metropolitan area of 300,000, on the eastern slope of the Sierra Nevada, 35 miles from Lake Tahoe. Application: Send letter of application, resumé, and names and addresses of three references to: Search Coordinator, Library Dean’s Office/mailstop 322, University of Nevada, 1664 N. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89557-0044. Review of applications will begin October 2,2000. AA/EOE.
DIRECTOR, TECHNICAL AND ACCESS SERVICES, ASSISTANT/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Library and Information Services. Responsibilities: The person in this position will manage all aspects of the Acquisitions, Bibliographic Control, and Circulation units and will participate in overall planning and management of Library and Information Services. The Director will report to the Dean of Library and Information Services. This is a tenureeligible faculty position. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Term of Contract: Tenure-track, 12-month continuing appointment. Professional rank and salary dependent upon credentials and experience, with a minimum salary of $50,000. Excellent fringe benefits program. More information is available at: http://www.siue.edu. Qualifications: Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library/
are especially welcome.
Information science program required; at least six years of academic library managerial experience; excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills; demonstrated knowledge of library automation and technical services (acquisitions experience desirable). University Environment: SIUE, 20 minutes northeast of St. Louis, serves the most populous region of downstate Illinois. Situated on 2,600 acres of rolling land and woods along bluffs a few miles from the Mississippi River, SIUE has a student population of over 11,000. As a premiere metropolitan university, SIUE is the first choice of a diverse pool of applicants. Applications: Application review will begin October 15, 2000. Send letter of application, resume, and names and addresses of three references to: Jay Starratt, Dean of Library and Information Services, Search Committee for Director, Technical and Access Services, SIUE, Campus Box 1063, Edwardsville, IL 62026-1063. As an affirmative action employer, SIUE offers equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, creed or religion, age, sex, national origin, or disability. Applications from women and minority groups are especially encouraged.
GOVERNMENT REFERENCE & INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCES LIBRARIAN.I.D. Weeks Library. Position: The I.D. Weeks Library, University of South Dakota, seeks an energetic librarian with an interest in government documents and reference. This person must be a flexible individual who is willing to work collaboratively on projects and programs. Primary responsibility is to provide reference service at the Library’s general reference desk (some evening hours and weekend rotations) with other reference team members. Contributes to the development of the reference collection of print and electronic resources. Has primary oversight of the state/federal regional depository collection (would not process or catalog documents). Works closely with the Web Resources Librarian revising and updating the government documents Web page. Identifies and links electronic
HEAD OF PUBLIC SERVICES.The Lydia M. Olson Library at Northern Michigan University seeks applicants for a Head of Public Services. We are seeking a versatile and dynamic person to lead library Public Services in a ThinkPad® University environment - the first public university in Michigan to embark on a “laptop campus” initiative. This position administers the Public Services of Olson Library, which include the planning and supervision of staff and activities of Circulation, Interlibrary Loan, Reserves, Reference, Library Instruction, Reference Computer Services, Research Support Services, Documents and Maps, and Library Distance Education Services; provides reference and instruction as needed; and serves as a resource person to all Public Services units. Qualifications: ALA-accredited master’s degree; 3-5 years of academic (collegeor university-affiliated) library experience in at least one Public Services area; experience in coordinating and supervising public services such as Interlibrary Loan, Circulation, Reference, Library Instruction, Reference Computer Services, or Documents and Maps; reference and classroom instruction experience; demonstrated ability to work effectively with faculty, students, and colleagues; effective oral and written communication skills. A second master’s degree is highly desirable. This is a fulltime, 12-month, tenure-track faculty appointment at the assistant professor level. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications (current minimum salary at Assistant Professor is $45,580). Send letter of application with résumé, transcripts, and names of at least three references to: Search Committee, Lydia M. Olson Library, Northern Michigan University, 1401 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, Ml 49855. Letters of application must address applicant’s qualifications and experience with respect to this position. Applicant review begins October 2,2000, and continues until the position is filled. NMU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty.
HEAD, ACCESS SERVICES(Library Faculty Vacancy). The University of Oklahoma. Duties: Under the general direction of the Director of Information Management and Delivery, the Access Services Department Head is responsible for the following service areas: stack management, circulation, reserve, storage, interlibrary loan, document delivery, and building security. The Access Services department is responsible for providing library users, local and remote, with physical access to the general collection in the main library and access to materials not held in the University Library Collections. Responsibilities of the Department Head include: definition and articulation of the role, goals, needs, and policies of Access Services; supervision, training, and evaluation of one librarian, eight staff, and 17 FTE student workers; development and determination of priorities used in decision making for budgetary matters such as equipment and staffing; liaison with branches concerning circulation functions and the automated system; collection and analysis of appropriate statistical data; miscellaneous duties as assigned by the Director. This position is governed by the University’s policies requiring research or creative achievement and professional service as outlined by the Faculty Handbook at: http://www.ou.edu/provost/pronew/content/ fhbmenu.html. Qualifications: Required: MLS from ALA-accredited library school; fouryears’ professional experience preferably in access services; substantial supervisory experience; demonstrated management skills; ability to work effectively with faculty, students, and library staff; experience with major bibliographic utilities and library system software; effective oral and written communication skills; evidence of research or creative achievement. Desirable: Second master’s degree; experience with SIRSI, Unicorn system. Search will remain open until filled. Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits: TIAA-CREF; State Retirement System; 33 days’ paid leave; University holidays; comprehensive medical protection; group life insurance; and reduced tuition. University Libraries: A member of the Research Libraries Group, AMIGOS, and ARL, the University Libraries consists of a main library and six branches. The collection contains more than 4.1 million volumes, 16,000 periodical subscriptions, and three outstanding special collections in history of science, western history, and business history. The Libraries operates a computerized library system (SIRSI) for local holdings. The libraries provide access to document delivery via Uncover and access to electronic resources including FirstSearch, Searchbank/lnfo Trac, Lexis/Nexis, and JSTOR. The University of Oklahoma Libraries is a NACO contributing library. The Libraries’ home page is: http://www.ou.edu/libraries/. Norman,
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Oklahoma is an attractive community close to a major metropolitan city with a low cost of living. Employment: Librarians have faculty status, privileges, responsibilities, rank of assistant professor or above, and eligibility for tenure. Application: Send letter of application with resume, a list of publications, and the names of three references including current supervisor to: Donald C. Hudson, Assistant to the Dean for Administrative Services, University Libraries, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 73019; (405) 325-2611 Oklahoma University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. We encourage women and minority applicants, and we are responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
HEAD, INFORMATION SERVICES.The University of California, Riverside Library welcomes applications for the Head, Information Services for the Science Library. The position reports to the AUL for the Sciences and is responsible for provision of reference and information services in the Science Library. The Information Services Department includes seven reference librarians and the Map Collection with a staff of two. Graduate library degree. Minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in reference services in an academic, special, or public library with significant holdings in the sciences and engineering. Extensive experience with scientific print and electronic information sources and services; experience in collection development. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Supervisory experience and demonstrated achievement in organizational leadership including the ability to manage change positively. Commitment to professional development. Preferred: Degree in a scientific or engineering discipline. The successful candidate will be appointed to the Librarian series at a salary level appropriate to the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Appointment Range: $41,532-$68,112. Applicants should send a letter of application, a complete resume, and the names of three references by September 22, 2000, to: John W. Tanno, Associate University Librarian, University of California, University Library, P.O. Box 5900, Riverside, CA 92517.
INFORMATION SERVICES LIBRARIAN. Miami University Libraries, Oxford, Ohio, has an opening for an Information Services Librarian who will: work closely with the librarian who developed the Electronic Data Center to continue development and expand electronic data services and products; promote statistical literacy for students and faculty; teach credit/noncredit courses/workshops; apply computer skills to deliver data sets to the Web; participate in consultation services. Required: ALA-accredited graduate library degree; familiarity with empirical research process and with statistical packages; understanding of faculty research needs and data needs; familiarity with UNIX and Web publishing in HTML, XML, and php. The complete position advertisement is available from: http:// www.lib.muohio.edu/libinfo/employ/. Miami University is an equal opportunity employer.
INSTRUCTION LIBRARIAN.The Appalachian State University Library seeks an entry-level Librarian to teach in the library’s instruction program, to provide reference services in a dynamic, team-based organization, and to participate in reference collection development. Weekend and evening hours will be part of the schedule and will vary by semester. The Librarian will be expected to help advance the Library’s appreciation and understanding of diversity among employees and students, and to serve as a mentor to and career model for underrepresented students. Library faculty are expected to take leadership roles within the Library and the University, and to be active in scholarship and professional service. Required: Master’s degree from ALA-accredited program. Strong library service orientation. Commitment to professional service and scholarship. Knowledge of reference service and sources and/or demonstrated instructional ability. Excellent written and oral communications skills. Preferred: Life experiences similar to those of underrepresented populations at Appalachian. African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Native Americans, and Asian Americans are included among the University’s ethnic and racial groups; Appalachian’s largest underrepresented population is African American. Experience or training in working in a multicultural environment. Appalachian is a member of the Western North Carolina Library Network, a consortium of three state universities sharing an Innovative Interfaces, Inc. system. The University has an enrollment of 12,500 and offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in more than 200 majors. It is part of The University of North Carolina System. Boone is located in northwest North Carolina in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains and is a year-round resort area. Completed applications must be received by October 16,2000. This is a faculty position available December 1,2000. Salary and Rank: Minimum salary for 12 months is $32,000 at Instructor rank and commensurate with qualifications; the position may be either 9 or 12 months depending on the candidate’s preference and the needs of the library. For appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor or higher, a second advanced degree is required. Send letter of application,
The Information Services Division of the University of Southern California invites applications and nominations for the position of Chair of the Science and Engineering Information Center. The University is seeking applicants with excellent management skills who can provide creative and dynamic leadership as the Center continues to redefine information services.
The Center encompasses three libraries with a combined staff of five librarians and seven library assistants: the Science and Engineering Library, the Hancock Library of Biology and Oceanography, and the Wrigley Marine Science Center Library (located on Catalina Island, twenty miles off the coast of Los Angeles). The Science Center provides print resources (470,000 volumes and approximately
3,0 journal subscriptions) and electronic resources (currently 870 e-journals, 60 databases, and more than 200 other Web resources) as well as specialized services and professional expertise in support of research and education in the sciences and engineering. The Center serves primarily the School of Engineering (www.usc.edu/dept/engineering/) and the College of Letters, Arts and Sciences (www.usc.edu/dept/LAS/Main/); primary users include approximately 240 engineering faculty, 135 sciences faculty, and more than 5,000 graduate, post-graduate, and undergraduate students.
DESCRIPTION OF THE INFORMATION SERVICES DIVISION:
The University Libraries are an integral part of the University of Southern California Information Services Division (ISD). Serving one of the nation’s largest private research universities, the ISD is a unified organization with the explicit goal of providing highest quality and fully integrated computer, telephone, and research services. To accomplish its goal, the ISD is structured into three primary components: Resources and Services, Infrastructure Core, and the Center for Scholarly Technology, with central support units in Administrative Services, Operations, and Advancement. The Science and Engineering Center is located administratively within Resources and Services.
USC houses a collection of more than 2.8 million volumes in the main Doheny Library and 12 specialized subject libraries. USC is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, the Big 12 Plus library consortium, and the Research Libraries Group, and is the host institution for the Southern California Electronic Library Consortium. Additional information about the University of Southern California and the Information Services Division can be obtained at: www.usc.edu and www.usc.edu/isd.
DESCRIPTIONOF RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reporting to the Director of Public Services, and working closely with the other Center Chairs (Arts Center, Undergraduate Center, and Humanities and Social Sciences Center), the Chair provides leadership for the Center’s collections and services, with ultimate responsibility for short-term and long-term planning in the areas of research services, instructional services, collection development,
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Ramsey Library seeks a self-motivated, intellectually curious, creative colleague to join a collegial, diverse and committed team involved in reference, bibliographic instruction, collection development, Web development, and faculty liaison responsibilities. Public Services Librarians work collaboratively with all library personnel to meet the information needs of the academic community. Teaching assignments include traditional reference desk service, guidance in the use of electronic resources including the World Wide Web, one-to-one consultations, the more formal teaching of a required credit course in library research, and course-related bibliographic instruction. A key member of the library’s Web Team, the successful candidate will provide input on aesthetics of Web design and guidance on user interfaces, and may be assigned duties as Web development librarian. The incumbent will also serve as bibliographer and liaison to assigned academic departments depending upon subject background and personal interests. Additional assignments may include management of a selective depository of U.S. government publications. Appointment includes the expectation of full participation in faculty governance, University committees, student life, and a continuing contribution to the profession. Qualifications: Required: ALA-accredited MLS; additional graduate degree; successful experience or training in Web design; successful experience or training in the use of traditional and electronic reference sources; a commitment to undergraduate education and the values of the liberal arts; and excellent communication skills. Preferred: Reference experience at the professional level in an academic library; classroom teaching or bibliographic instruction experience; experience or coursework in government documents; experience or coursework in collection development. Rank/Benefits: Assistant or Associate Professor (depending upon qualifications); 12-month, tenure-track appointment; salary minimum of $32,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience; 20 days’ vacation and 12 days’ sick leave per year; choice of state or optional retirement plans; state pays employee’s medical insurance premiums. For full position announcement, see: http:// bullpup.lib.unca.edu/library/libdir/position.html. Screening of applications begins September 18,2000, and continues until the position is filled. Submit a cover letter, current resume, and the names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three professional references to: Lynne Olin, Library Administration, D. Hiden Ramsey Library, CPO #1500, UNC-Asheville, Asheville, NC 28804-8504. For more information about Ramsey Library, visit the library’s Web site at: http://bullpup.lib.unca.edu/library/.
REFERENCE LIBRARIAN (PUBLIC AFFAIRS/GOVERNMENT INFORMATION).Penn State Capital College, Harrisburg campus, seeks to fill a tenure-track librarian position to provide general reference
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Technology advancement, and access services, and, most importantly, the connection of all these services to end-user needs.
The successful candidate will develop strong relationships with teaching faculty in the sciences and engineering to ensure that services meet teaching and research needs; will work with ISD administration and colleagues to provide leadership for the advancement of integrated service models across the Information Services Division; will lead the Center to the next level of broad-based and ubiquitously available information services while preserving the historical integrity of the print collection and information services; will design and implement electronic initiatives in collaboration with colleagues; and will provide ongoing assessment of programs and services.
Librarians at USC have faculty status and are represented in the Academic Senate. All library faculty members are expected to be professionally active through involvement in regional and national associations and/or research and publication.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants should address their qualifications from the following: demonstrated successful experience in leadership and management of complex organizations; academic experience in the sciences, advanced degree strongly preferred; substantial experience in the provision of information services in an academic or research environment; experience in developing strong working relationships with teaching and research faculty; ability to work effectively with faculty, students, and staff members from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds; awareness of national and international trends in science education, technology, and information services; demonstrated success in applying technology to information services; experience balancing print and electronic collection development; master’s degree in library and information science or equivalent training/experience; excellent oral and written communication skills; and ability to meet USC’s standards for continuing appointment.
APPOINTMENT RANK/SALARY:
Rank and salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Generous benefits package includes medical and dental coverage and a choice of retirement plans.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
The search will continue until the position is filled. Review of applicants will begin November 1,2000. Send letter of application, curriculum vita, and names of three references (with addresses and phone numbers) to:
Terry Kolasa Director, Human Resources Attn: Position #202 Information Services Division, PSD University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA 90089-0182
For more information about this position, contact search committee chair Charlotte Crockett at: crockett@usc.edu. services with special emphasis in public affairs, criminal justice, and government information in a new, state-of-the-art library that opened January 10,2000 (Duties include reference desk coverage, research assistance, course-related instruction and electronic resources workshops, collection development in areas of assignment, development and maintenance of subject-related Web resources, and liaison responsibilities with the School of Public Affairs, Pennsylvania State Data Center, and other related disciplines. Requirements: ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent advanced degree: familiarity with electronic and networked information resources; demonstrated commitment to public services; excellent interpersonal, decision-making, and oral/written communication skills; ability to work collaboratively with library faculty and staff; ability to meet faculty standards for appointment, promotion, and tenure. Capital College librarians' tenure home is University libraries (www.libraries.psu.edu). Preferred: Experience in an academic or research library; academic background in public affairs, public administration, public policy, criminal justice, political science, or related social science discipline; collection development experience in relevant fields; and experience with government information. To apply, send letter of application, current résumé, and names of three references to: Chair, Reference Librarian Search Committee, c/o Dorothy J. Guy, Manager of Human Resources, Penn State Harrisburg, Box C&RL, 777 West Harrisburg Pike, Middletown, PA 17057-4898. Screening will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce.
REFERENCE LIBRARIAN.Chowan College, a church-related liberal arts institution, seeks a Reference Librarian to join a staff of three professional librarians and three paraprofessionals. Responsibilities consist of public service work, including answering reference questions, assisting in circulation, and helping patrons with computers and other technology; interlibrary loan; and bibliographic instruction. Some night and weekend work is required. Position available January 2001. Starting Salary: $30,000-$36,000, depending on credentials and experience. ALA/ MLS required. Library experience, especially in areas related to this position, is preferred. Computer skills, flexibility, and a sense of humor are also helpful. Interested candidates should send a confidential resume, cover letter with any salary requirements, and contact information for at least three references to: Julie Blake, Director of Library Services, Whitaker Library, Chowan College, Box 1848, Murfreesboro, NC 27855. Applications may also be faxed to (252) 398-1301 ore-mailed to blakej@chowan.edu. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates are urged to visit our Web site at: www.chowan.edu and
REFERENCE LIBRARIAN (Two Positions).The University of Central Florida Library, Orlando, Florida (UCF) is accepting applications for two professional positions. UCF is a growing metropolitan institution with an enrollment of 31,000 and is a member of the State University System (SUS) of Florida. The University offers degree programs in five colleges: Arts and Sciences, Business Administration, Education, Engineering & Computer Science, and Health and Public Affairs, as well as the School of Optics and the Honors College. UCF’s 1,445-acre campus is located in suburban Orlando, 13 miles northeast of downtown. Central Florida, home to a population of about two million, is one of the fastestgrowing regions in the nation. It offers natural attractions, theme parks, professional sports, and cultural events such as the Orlando-UCF Shakespeare Festival. The University Library includes two locations on the UCF campus in Orlando and several branch locations in the central Florida area. The main library, housed in a facility of 225,000 square feet, has a collection of over 1.3 million volumes and is a partial depository for U.S. and Florida documents and U.S. Patents. The library materials budget is $5.0 million. A total staff of 106 includes a library faculty of 36. For more information, visit our Web site at: http:// library.ucf.edu. General Description: Reference Librarians report to the Head of Reference in a department with 17 professional librarians and five paraprofessionals. Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities include a full range of reference and library instruction duties in a fastpaced environment including numerous electronic reference sources, U.S. and Florida documents. May include collection development. Some evening/weekend hours required. Qualifications: Required: an ALA-accredited MLS. At least two years of professional experience. Preferred: Subject expertise or degree in Education, Chemistry, or the Sciences. Knowledge of electronic reference sources, ability to manage diverse assignments, strong desire to participate actively in dynamic instruction and outreach programs, strong commitment to public service and information literacy, and demonstrated oral and written communication skills. Evidence of positive interpersonal skills and contributions as a team player. Experience in preparation of Web-based or print library instruction materials or tutorials, and a record of
SCIENCE LIBRARIAN.The University of California, Riverside Library is seeking an innovative, energetic, and service-oriented Science Librarian to join the Information Services Department of the Science Division. Provides traditional and electronic reference service and research consultation. Conducts user education and instructional programs. Participates in collection development for one or more scientific disciplines. Graduate degree in library science. Knowledge of a wide range of print and electronic information resources and experience with current technologies in providing reference and instruction services. Instruction or training experience. Knowledge of and experience in computer technology. Experience with Web page creation. Preferred: Science degree or experience working in a science library. Experience in collection development in the sciences. The successful candidate will be appointed to the Librarian series at a salary level appropriate to the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Appointment Range: $32,940-$44,196. Applicants should send a letter of application, a complete résumé and the names of three references by September 30, 2000, to: John W. Tanno, Associate University Librarian, University of California, University Library, P.O. Box 5900, Riverside, CA 92517.
SERIALS CATALOGER.University of Minnesota Libraries-Twin Cities Campus (http://www.lib.umn.edu). The University of Minnesota Libraries invites applications for the position of Serials Cataloger in the Materials Acquisition and Control Tearn (MAC). MAC consists of teams that perform acquisitions, authority control, cataloging, database management, serials processing, and binding preparation. Description: Perform original and copy cataloging, and recataloging of serials representing all levels of difficulty, all subjects and all formats including electronic publications, using NOTIS, OCLC, RLIN, MARC21, metadata, AACR2, LC rule interpretations, subject headings, and classification scheme. Additionally, this position has responsibility for resolving problems and inconsistencies in bibliographic and holdings records and deciding on appropriate bibliographic treatment of materials. May also catalog Web resources and monographs. May be assigned to evening and weekends in response to service needs. Qualifications: (Required) MLS from an ALA-accredited institution (or foreign equivalent). Experience with serials or monographic cataloging: e.g., coursework, copy cataloging, etc. Knowledge of AACR2, LC rule interpretations, MARC21 tagging, bibliographic utilities (RLIN and/or OCLC) and an online library system. Demonstrated ability to function in a collaborative, service-oriented environment and to adapt to a frequently changing
Environment. Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, initiative, good oral and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, flexibility, ability to both give and take instruction, knowledge of one language besides English, and an aptitude for complex, analytical, and detailed work. (Preferred) Previous original serials cataloging experience; experience with cataloging of electronic resources and with training and documentation writing; familiarity with Dublin Core or other metadata schema. Salary and Benefits: Full-time, 12-month, continuous-appointment-track, academic/professional position with probationary appointment at the Assistant Librarian rank. The Libraries offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, but not less than $33,000 for this position. Excellent benefits and substantial moving allowance. To Apply: Send a letter of application, resume, and names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three current professional references to: Search Committee, Libraries Human Resources, University Libraries, 499 Wilson Library, 309 19th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55455-0414. Please identify your application with Job Number UL125. Applications will be accepted until position isfilled. A full position description is available at: http://www.umn.edu/ohr/ employ.html, listed with Academic/Professional positions as UL125. The University of Minnesota is committed to the policy that all persons hall have equal access to its programs, facilities and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, or sexual orientation.
STAFF LIBRARIAN.Fairmont State College, the largest state college in West Virginia with approximately 6,650 students, is seeking a highly motivated and flexible Staff Librarian committed to excellent library service, with a combination of strong interpersonal, bibliographic, and technical skills. The College is a fully accredited coeducational institution operating under the authority of the State College System of West Virginia Board of Directors and is located in north central West Virginia, approximately 90 miles south of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The position reports to the Director of Library Services and works with one additional Staff Librarian. Responsible for cataloging all materials, including book, nonbook, and electronic resources; oversight of technical processing of materials; assistance with public services at the reference desk. Salary Range: $1,900-$3,355 per month (Pay Grade 17). Qualifications: MLS from ALA-accredited program plus a minimum of one year of library experience required; working knowledge of OCLC, AACR2, DDC and LC, MARC formats. Prefer experience with Horizon library system, familiarity with authority and database quality control issues, experience cataloging in an academic library. Effective Date: Upon approval. Send letter of interest, resume, and three job-related references to: Human Resources Office, Fairmont State College, 224 Hardway Hall, Fairmont, WV 26554, through September 22,2000. Interviews will be scheduled after the deadline. Fairmont State College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution. Minorities are encouraged to apply.
WEBMASTER/REFERENCE/INSTRUCTION DISTANCE EDUCATION LIBRARIAN.(Academic or Senior Academic Librarian
Level dependent upon qualifications and experience) Coordinates development and updating of the library’s World Wide Web site; develops and maintains the Web interface as a shared responsibility. Coordinates library distance education services to students and faculty; arranges for appropriate remote connectivity and delivery of information resources. Assists in the planning and provision of reference services and library instruction. Some supervision of classified staff. Requirements: MLS degree from an ALA-accredited library/information science program. Knowledge and experience in World Wide Web development required. Training and/or experience in academic reference library instruction and distance education. Preferred Experience: Experience in distance education. Basic understanding of HTML at the coding level; understanding of Unix commands, CGI scripting, and Windows 2000. Some background in graphic design. Salary range from $38,000 dependent upon qualifications and experience. Send letter of application, résumé, and names of three references to: John J. Jax, Director, Library Learning Center, UW-Stout, Menomonie, Wl 54751. Screening begins: September 15,2000. Uw-Stout is an EEO/ AA employer.
Late Job Listings
ALUMNI SERVICES LIBRARIAN.The Sheridan Libraries of Johns Hopkins University are national leaders in the implementation of digital collections and services in support of teaching and research, and in the development of innovative entrepreneurial programs. The Libraries have an exciting opportunity in Distance Education to develop a suite of electronic library services for University alumni. These services will be accessible to an internationally dispersed and culturally diverse population of alumni from all programs and schools of the University. The Johns Hopkins Alumni Virtual Library will provide electronic collections (including databases and journals), electronic and toll-free reference services, personal research services, online book discussion groups, and other innovative services to be developed. The Libraries require a highly motivated and dynamic librarian to develop and implement this program to focus on the intellectual and lifelong learning interests of highly educated adults and the range of library resources and services that provide them personal enrichment. Please review the fall job description and position quahfications at http://milton.mse.jhu.edu/distant/alummservices.html. Send resume, cover letter, and three references Indicating Job #S00-6533 to: Johns Hopkins University, Homewood Human Kesources, 119 Garland Hall, Baltimore, MD 21218, or fax to: (410) 516-2314. Approximate starting salary range $38,552-$43,850. We offer excellent benefits including tuition remission in a smoke free/drug free environment. AA/EOE. www.jhu.edu.
ASSISTANT MANUSCRIPTS CURATORLoyola Maiymount University’s Center for the Study of Los Angeles is seeking qualified candidates for the temporary position of assistant manuscripts curator. The duties for this full-time position are to process the LEARN papers (110 linear feet in size), as well as other collections, according to professional archival standards and conservation practices. Preferred applicants are those who have an MLIS, with a concentration in archival methodology and practices, or an MA/MS in a related field, and have proven success in processing collections and writing finding aids. Experience with computer software and HTML is critical. Beginning immediately, the appointment extends for fourteen months, and includes benefits. Please send a cover letter and resume to: Loyola Marymount University, Human Resources, 7900 Loyola Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90045-8155. Fax: (310) 338-7711. Also visit LMUs Web site at: www.lmu.edu/hr/bull.htm, or call our Jobline at (310) 338-4488. Position will remain open until filled.
LIBRARY INSTRUCTION/REFERENCE LIBRARIAN.Shepherd College, Scarborough Library seeks a Library Instruction/Reference Library to begin January 1, 2001. Shepherd College is a four-year state college located in historic Shepherdstown, West Virginia, 65 miles from metropolitan Washington/Baltimore. Responsibilities: Coordinates, plans, delivers, and assesses library instruction for students and faculty/staff; provides reference services; performs collection development as faculty liaison in assigned disciplines. Position reports to the Library Director. May include some nights and weekends .Position requires a master’s degree in Library/ Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution. Experience in teaching/training; knowledge of electronic resources, CD-ROM technology, Internet, and emerging library and instructional technologies; knowledge of word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software; strong oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with diverse public and staff. 12-month, faculty non-tenure-track, entry-level position. Salary: $30,000. Application Procedure: Send letter of application, resume, and three current letters of reference to: Office of Human Resources, Shepherd College, Shepherdstown, WV 25443. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. Position open until filled. AA/EOE.
PUBLIC SERVICES LIBRARIAN.Albert R. Mann Library, Cornell University Library. Albert R. Mann Library, part of the Cornell University Library system, is looking for a creative, energetic professional who enjoys working in a lively and innovative work environment. Responsibilities: Provide quality reference service, one-on-one consulting, and instruction in information management. Develop expertise in existing and emerging technologies for information delivery, especially those that serve scholars effectively, as well as lead and/or participate in innovative projects. This position is one of eight librarians reporting to the Head of Public Services. Qualifications: Required: ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent graduate degree. Strong computing, communication, presentation, interpersonal skills and commitment to professional development. Preferred: Subject knowledge or work experience in agriculture/ life sciences. Helpful: Some work experience in an academic setting, experience with numeric data, statistical programs, and/or expertise in the design or evaluation of information systems. Applications: Requested by October 15,2000. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until position is filled. Rank and salary are dependent on experience and qualifications. Informal, preliminary applications will be accepted electronically with paper copy to follow. Send cover letter, resume, and the names, phone numbers, and addresses ofthree references to: Susan Markowitz, Director, Library Human Resources, 201 Olin Library, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853-5301. E-mail: libhr@comell.edu. Cornell University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer strongly committed to diversity. We value qualified candidates who can bring to our community a variety of backgrounds and experiences.
PUBLIC SERVICES LIBRARIAN.Flower-Sprecher Veterinary Library, Cornell University Library. Cornell’s College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a talented and dynamic Public Services Librarian for its Veterinary Library for a one-year term, with the possibility of renewal for a second year. Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Director of the Flower-Sprecher Veterinary Library, the Public Services Librarian plays a significant role in planning, developing, and implementing innovative digital reference and instruction services; will share in planning new models of service; implement special projects; provide reference service, library instruction, tours, and workshops; serve on CUL committees, working groups, etc., and will be active professionally. Qualifications: An ALA-accredited master’s degree in library/information science or equivalent combination of education and experience. A demonstrated ability to contribute to digital service initiatives and to new models of reference service. A working knowledge of bibliographic and reference tools. Must have excellent organizational and communication skills, awareness of issues and trends in information technology and public services. Ability to work effectively with adiverse clientele. Ability to work independently as well as with others in a demanding and rapidly changing environment. Evidence of initiative and resourcefulness in past activities. Subject expertise in an area of sciences. Applications: Requested by September 15,2000. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until position is filled. Salary and appointment level are dependent on experience and qualifications. Informal, preliminary applications will be accepted electronically with paper copy to follow. Send cover letter, resume, and the names, phone numbers, and addresses ofthree references to: Susan Markowitz, Director, Library Human Resources, 201 Olin Library, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853-5301. E-mail: libhr@comell.edu. Cornell University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer strongly committed to diversity. We value qualified candidates who canbringto our community a variety of backgrounds and experiences.
SCIENCE/AGRICULTURE LIBRARIAN.(Assistant Librarian rank). Louisiana State University Libraries. Will participate in delivery of reference services at a combined general/ government documents service desk, including some evening and weekend hours, in the general instruction program, as well as in department and library-wide activities and governance. Will be responsible, individually and as part of a team, for the Libraries’ collections in one or more of the following fields: agriculture, life sciences, physics, mathematics. Responsibilities include selection, collection analysis, evaluation, and management. Works closely with the faculty and staff of relevant academic departments/colleges to identify needs and establish priorities. Provides subject-specific reference consultation and user education as needed, including instruction in the use of computer-based resources. Individual is expected to meet promotion and tenure requirements. Required: MLS from an ALA-accredited library school; knowledge of traditional and electronic reference resources; strong computer skills; ability to work both independently and collegially in a demanding and rapidly changing environment; excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; evidence of ability to meet tenure requirements. Preferred: Degree and/or relevant experience in the agriculture, life sciences, physics, or mathematics. Familiarity with current bibliographic and reference sources in agriculture and/or the life sciences; experience in collection development, reference work, and/or user education in an academic library; record of ability to develop and implement effective, innovative public service, instruction, or outreach projects, services, or programs; self-directed learning style; willingness to learn new technologies; demonstrated leadership ability. Salary and Benefits: $30,500 per fiscal year minimum; dependent upon qualifications and experience; 12-month, tenure-track appointment; excellent benefits. Application: Review of applications will begin September 30,2000, and will continue until position is filled. Candidates should submit letter of application, resume, and names, addresses, telephone numbers of three references to: Caroline Wire, Assistant to Dean, 295 Middleton Library, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803. Ref. # 000397.
TECHNICAL SERVICES LIBRARIAN.College of the Mainland. Requires MLS from ALA-accredited institution. In addition, prefer three years' successful work history in an academic library. The successful candidate will provide cataloging services for a community college library, maintain the library’s automation system, participate in collection development, and share weekend and evening reference duties. The Librarian operates in an automated environment cataloging both print and nonprint materials, maintains documentation pertaining to cataloging, participates in budget development and the general operation of the Library. Salary grade C-MA, Professional. Starting salary range: $40,317-$44,349. Review of applications will begin immediately, and the search will continue until position is filled. Please submit resume, application or letter of application, and three professional references. Incredible benefit and leave package. All applicants must be able to work within a team-building environment and self-managed work groups. Apply: Human Resources Office, College of the Mainland, 1200 Ambum Road, Texas City, TX 77591. Affirmative action, equal opportunity institution.
