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POSITIONS OPEN

CATALOGING DEPARTMENT HEAD. The University of Colorado Libraries invites applications from motivated and innovative librarians to provide leadership and expertise for cataloging and related activities. As the largest research library in the Rocky Mountain region, the University of Colorado Libraries is committed to providing access to all typesof materials in conformance with national standards and to advancing the field through active service, inquiry, experimentation, and participation in cooperative programs. The Head of the Cataloging Department has the title Faculty Director of Cataloging and reports to the Associate DirectorforTechnical Services. The Faculty Director manages a department of energetic, highly competent individuals comprised of 11 faculty librarians and 13 staff. The department is responsible for original and copy cataloging of print, nonprint, and electronic monographs and serials; database maintenance; retrospective conversion; and coordination of libraries cataloging policy. 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 (BIBCO, NACO, SACO) and OCLC National Enhance. The Faculty Director provides leadership in an ongoing process to centralize oversight of cataloging activities forthose materials currently handled noncentrally. The Faculty Director works closely with the computer Systems Department and the Public Services Division in developing policies and practices for the online catalog as well as for interinstitu- tional cooperation, digital initiatives, etc. In furtherance of the libraries' mission and departmental goals, the Faculty Director may teach in the areaof expertise. The Faculty Directorisa member of the tenure-stream libraries faculty. Significant parts oftheresponsibilitiesofthis position are research and creative work and service in keeping with the tenure standards of the University of Colorado at Boulder. For a complete position announcementand description and links to information about the University and community, see: http://www- libraries.colorado.edu/about/jobs_cataloginghead.htm.

COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT LIBRARIAN. Utah State University (USU) Libraries seeks an innovative and resourceful individual to fill the recently restructured position of collection development and management librarian. This position will be responsible for providing leadership, vision, and coordination for all collection development activities, including policy development, collection analysis, and participating in budgeting. The collection development and management librarian works collaboratively with the libraries’ subject selectors and the Materials Acquisitions Department, and is responsible for providing training, mentoring, and leadership in the professional development of subject selectors, and for evaluating selectors’ collection development and faculty liaison activities. USU Libraries actively participates in several consortia, including the Utah Academic Library Consortia and the Greater Western Library Alliance. The Collection Development and Management Librarian will cultivate and sustain these and other relationships to promote interinstitutional collection building and resource sharing. The library, which is currently in the process of constructing a $40 million facility, has a materials budget of approximately $3.5 million, with approximately $700,000 for monographs, $2.3 million for serials, and $500,000for electronic products. The Collection Development and Management Librarian will be responsible for evaluating outcomes to direct and enhance collection development activities. This is a 12-month, full-time, tenure-track faculty position with attendant expectations for continuing professional development, service, and scholarship. The Collection Development and Management Librarian reports to the Associate Director for Technical Services. Required Qualifications: MLS from an ALA- accredited program; five years’ collection development experience in an academic or large public library; record of successful budget management; experience with collection assessment; writing collection development policies, and managing book approval plans; fluency with word processing, spreadsheets, and other office applications. The successful candidate will demonstrate leadership, management, teamwork, and outreach skills; the ability to meet the criteria for promotion and tenure; familiarity with current issues in scholarly communication; and excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills. Preferred Qualifications: Successful grant-writing experience; experience writing accreditation and statistical reports; experience with project management; experience with automated library systems, preferably Dynix-Horizon. Salary Range: Commensurate with experience. Benefits: The position includes an excellent benefits package, including TIAA-CREF retirement, insurance, 22 days’vacation and 12 days of sick leave per year. Utah State University is a land-grant institution and Carnegie Research-Extensive institution serving a student population of 20,000. It is situated in a valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City and offers a variety of cultural and outdoor recreational opportunities. USU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and is sensitive to dual career accommodations. To Apply: Please send a letter of application, résumé, and three professional references with names, e-mail and mail addresses, and phone numbers to: Collection Development and Management Librarian Search Committee, c/o Trina Shelton, Utah State University Libraries, 3000 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322-3000; phone: (435) 797-2631; fax (435) 797-2880. Review of applications will begin January 30,2004, and will continue until the position is filled.

DEPARTMENT HEAD, DIGITAL LIBRARY. Utah State University (USU) Libraries is seeking a creative, energetic leader to develop and implement a digital library program that addresses the archiving and access needs within the library and university and be responsible for operating a regional hub of the Mountain West Digital Library. The department head will articulate a vision, set goals and objectives, develop budgets and policies, supervise staff, and coordinate an interdisciplinary team. She or he is responsible for overseeing all aspects of digitization, public access, and archiving of digital collections and coordinating the creation of metadata. A participant of the Mountain West Digital Library (http://www.lib.utah.edu/digital/mwdl/), USU serves as the digitization hub for northern Utah and has a wealth of unique collections available for digitization. The department head will represent USU in professional associations, meetings, and other forums related to digital library issues and will provide leadership within the digital library community. This is a 12-month, full-time, tenure-track faculty position with attendant expectations for continuing professional development, service, and scholarship. The department head reports to the associate director for technical services. Required Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS or other advanced degree in a closely related field; minimum of five years’ library experience. The successful candidate will demonstrate substantial knowledge of digital library initiatives, standards, and best practices. She or he will have creative problem-solving skills, strong analytical skills, and excellent interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills. This position requires the abilities to: manage complex projects, develop new programs and initiatives, work in and foster a collaborative environment, supervise staff, and meet the criteria for promotion and tenure. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with digital library programs, CONTENTdm digital collections software, grant writing, negotiating contracts and services, working with consortia, and Web page development. Knowledge of copyright and intellectual property issues as they pertain to digital library collections; experience working with consortia. Salary: Commensurate with experience. Benefits: The position includes an excellent benefits package, including TIAA-CREF retirement, insurance, 22 days'vacation, and 12 days of sick leave per year. Utah State University is a land-grant institution and Carnegie Research-Extensive institution serving a student population of20,000. It is situated in a valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City and offers a variety of cultural and outdoor recreational opportunities. USU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and is sensitive to dual career accommodations. To Apply: Please send a letter of application, résumé, and three professional references with names, e-mail and mail addresses, and phone numbers to: Department Head, Digital Library Search Committee, c/o Trina Shelton, Utah State University Libraries, 3000 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT84322-3000; phone: (435) 797-2631; fax: (435) 797-2880. Review of applications will begin January 30,2004, and will continue until the position is filled.

DIRECTOR OF LIBRARIES. A widely experienced, technologically astute, professionally active leader will organize staffing, build access, and design services to support new programs, a growing research focus, and more outreach. The director will develop policies to guide operations, monitor user satisfaction, ensure a full faculty voice in collection development, and promote continuous improvement in library operations. The director plays a key role in state-based cooperatives and in developing new linkages in the region and beyond. Texas A&M University-Commerce invites nominations and applications for the position of Director of Libraries. Candidates should send a letter relating their experience to position requirements, include a complete vita, and submit full contact information forfive professional references. Reviews begin November 1,2003, and continue until position is filled. Application materials may be submitted via e-mail at: AVPAA@tamu-commerce.edu; or via mail to: Joyce A. Scott, Texas A&M University-Commerce, P.O. Box 3011, Commerce, TX 75429-3011. For further details on open positions at Texas A&M University-Commerce, please visit our Web site at: www.TAMU-Commerce.edu/vpaa/employment.htm.Anyjobofferfrom the University is contingent upon: 1. proof of United States citizenship, or citizenship eligibility or authorization to work in the United States on a fulltime basis; and 2. proof of compliance with the Selective Service Law for males ages 18 through 25. The university is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY SERVICES. Available February 2004. MLS degree from an ALA-accredited program; five years’ administrative experience in academic library; and scholarly and professional experience appropriate for faculty tenure. Send cover letter, résumé, and contact information for three references, by December 1,2003, to: Robert Lovely, Library Search Committee, Indiana University Northwest, 3400 Broadway, Gary, IN 46408. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Affirmative action, equal opportunity employer with commit- ment to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff. Information: www.iun.edu/~jobsnw.

DIRECTOR, WILLIAM JEFFERSON CLINTON LIBRARY.

Little Rock, Arkansas. The National Archivesand Records Administration

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PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY

DEAN OF LIBRARIES

Pepperdine University

Pepperdine is a Christian university committed to the highest standards of academic excellence and Christian values, where students are strengthened for lives of purpose, service, and leadership. The Dean of University Libraries will be able and willing to advance the academic and Christian mission of the university.

Reporting to the Vice President for Planning, Information, and Technology, with membership on the University Academic Council, the dean oversees all university libraries, except the law library, including the undergraduate and a graduate library on the main campus in Malibu, six graduate libraries in the greater Los Angeles area, and five small liberal arts collections at international locations. The dean is also responsible for librarywide strategic planning, collaboration with faculty to develop library collections and programs, application of new technology, policy development, continuous improvement of services, librarian and staff development, budget management, and fundraising.

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will possess a vision of excellence and have a strong background in academic library leadership, preferably from a comprehensive university with multiple library sites. An ALA-accredited MLS or MLIS degree required. Job description available at www.Pepperdine.edu, under Employment Opportunities.

APPLICATIONS

Send nominations; or letter of interest, résumé, and references, along with a description of fit with a Christian university to: jobsearch@pepperdine.edu; or to:

Nancy Magnusson Durham Vice President for Planning, Infor- mation, and Technology Pepperdine University Malibu, CA 90263

Pepperdine University is an independent Christian university affiliated with the Churches of Christ. The governing authority is vested in a self-

perpetuating Board of Regents.

The University is an equal opportunity employer.

Director of Reference

NJIT, a NJ public research university with over 9000 students, seeks an innovative, collegial, reference librarian who will also lead & supervise the collaborative 4-person professional multidisciplinary reference team &. equally share direct personal reference services, reference desk duties, tours, instruction fit orientations, book fit resource selection fit liaison activities associated with specific academic departments. Requires MLS, excellent personal fit interpersonal skills, evidence of 3 yrs. progressive experience as an academic reference librarian, professional library leadership; a commitment to outstanding public service; being held in a high regard by librarians fit faculty in many disciplines,- strong communication skills; comprehensive reference knowledge fit skills. Prefer management or supervisory experience, science fit technology background or advanced degree fit the ability to create advanced, interactive fit creative web-based self-learning (and curriculum based) information literacy tutorials.

Salary negotiable depending upon qualifications St experience. The university reserves the right to substitute equivalent education and/or experience at its discretion. Benefits incl. medical, 20 annual vacation days, TIAA/CREF, 13 paid holidays, incl. from Dec. 25 - Jan. 1, tuition reimbursement plan fit the other customary academic benefits. Review of applications has already begun fit will continue until position is filled. See full job description at http://wiww.librarv.niit.edu/iobs. Send resume to: attn: Personnel Box L-DOR. eoe/aa

NJIT

New Jersey Institute of Technology A Public Research UniversityUniversity Heights Newark, New Jersey 07102-1982

(NARA) invites nominations and applications for the position of Director of the William Jefferson Clinton Presidential Library, located in Little Rock, Arkansas. Leading candidates will have extensive experience directing a historical, archival, cultural, philanthropic, educational, or governmental institution. Also required is success in building public-private or other coalitions and partnerships to advance the programs and missions of a public or private institution. Candidates should also have a strong interestand understanding of events and issues of the last 50 years, skill in creatively broadening and serving their constituencies, and outstanding communications skills. The Library Director is responsible for planning, directing, and administering all programs and activities of the library, including archival, museum, and educational programs. The Director of William Jefferson Clinton Library works closely with President Clinton, the William J. Clinton Presidential Library Foundation, and the University of Arkansas to develop public programs and services that enhance the growth and reputation of the library as a center of public scholarship and service. This is an excepted service Senior Level (SL) appointment within the federal govemment with a salary range of $111,997-$142,500. Detailed information about NARA and presidential libraries is available at www.archives.gov. This announcement will remain in effect until the position is filled. Applicants should send a résumé and address how their qualifications and experience match the criteria for success in this position. Applicants must be U ,S citizens. Applications should be sent to the following address: Richard Claypoole, Assistant Archivist for Presidential Libraries, National Archives and Records Administration, 8601 Adelphi Road, College Park, MD 20740-6001; phone: (301) 837-3250; e-mail: richard.claypoole@nara.gov; or fax: (301) 837-3199.

DISTANCE SERVICES LIBRARIAN. The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Library and Informatics Center seeks a resourceful, articulate individual who can effectively use 21st-century library and information technology to provide training and services for off-campus users. Details at: http://hscapp.unm.edu/fjp/display/ singleposting.cfm?PID=237&ID=1. Deadline: December 15,2003, for best consideration. The University of New Mexico is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and educator.

FACULTY LIBRARIAN. (Two Positions) Phoenix College. Provides reference and instructional services, develops diverse collections, and works with electronic resources and technology in a multicultural and collaborative community college work environment. Salary for a nine- month full-time position is $38,549-$63,488, depending upon qualifications and experience. Complete job posting information and application can be obtained from: Employee Services, Maricopa Community Colleges, 2411 West 14th Street, Tempe, AZ85281 -6942. Phone: (480) 731 -8465; fax: (480) 731-8599; Web: http://www.dist.maricopa.edu/hn/veb. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. A Maricopa Community College.

REFERENCE/SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION LIBRARIAN.

Eckerd College. Ten month, tenure-track, assistant professor. Exciting opportunity as we prepare to move into new library. Approved MLS or MLIS degree required, social science or humanities background a plus. Begin July 1,2004. Provide reference and instructional services using both print and electronic resources within the context of an undergraduate liberal arts and sciences college. Administer the library’s automated Voyager information system. Liaison with classroom faculty. Participate occasionally in the college’s interdisciplinary, values-oriented general education program. Ability to work well with users and staff as a “team player.” Some evening hours. Send cover letter and complete résumé togetherwith the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and/or e-mail addressesofthreecurrent references, byJanuary24,2004, to: JamieGill, Chair, Reference/Systems Search Committee, Eckerd College, 4200 54th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL33711. Equal opportunity employer.

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DEAN OF THE LIBRARY

University of Nebraska at Kearney

The University of Nebraska at Kearney invites applications for the position of Dean of the Library. The Calvin T. Ryan Library staff consists of 10 professionals (9 tenure-track faculty members) and 15 support staff members. The Library collection contains approximately 386,000 volumes, approximately 225,000 state and federal documents, more than 1,600 periodical subscriptions, and access to over60electronic databases. More information about the library is available at: http://rosi.unk.edu.

The Dean will:

•. plan, organize, implement, and evaluate the overall Library program;

• use effective management techniques in directing, staffing, coordinating, and budgeting for the library;

• guide continued evolution of the library's mission and policies to meet the immediate and long-range goals of the library, consistent with the University's mission;

• be responsible for strategic planning, personnel administration, and the preparation, defense, and administration of the Library’s budget;

• maintain and enhance cooperative efforts with the state library community as well as with the campus and broader constituencies;

• direct the development and implementation of current and emerging library and information technologies;

• work collegially with University administration and faculty;

• represent the library within the University, the University system, and the community.

QUALIFICATIONS: Required: MLS from an ALA-accredited program and a second master’s degree or doctorate degree; at least five years of successful library leadership with progressively increasing administrative responsibilities in an academic library; record of research and professional achievement qualifying for appointment as Associate Professor or Professor; excellent interpersonal communication skills. Preferred: Experience in securing external funding through grants and/or private funding sources. Effective date of the appointment is July 2004. Competitive salary and benefits.

Application materials must include a letter highlighting relevant experience and achievement, a current resume, three letters of recommendation, and a list of additional references with name, phone number, and position. Review of applications will begin December 15, 2003, and full consideration given to all applications submitted by January 12, 2004. Applications should be submitted to:

Dean of Library Search Committee Academic Affairs, Founders Hall, Suite 1000 University of Nebraska at Kearney 905 West 25th Street Kearney, NE 68849

Phone: (308) 865-8209; Fax: (308) 865-8665

The University of Nebraska at Kearney is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution. Individuals needing accommodation under ADA should contact

the ADA Coordinator at UNK(308) 865-8655 TTY/VOICE.

SERIALS CATALOGER. State University of West Georgia, Carrollton, Georgia. Although reports to the Head of the Catalog Department, provides key coordination with Acquisitions/Serials, Government Documents, and Systems departments. Twelve-month, tenure-track position with appointment at Instructor or Assistant Professor rank. Responsibilities: Catalog serials in all formats, maintain related records, and assist in managing electronic resources. Also assist in cataloging difficult materials; work with other departments with serials and/or cataloging tasks; serve as liaison to two academic departments, which includes collection development and bibliographic instruction; provide some reference service; teach one section per year of library research course if needed; and otherduties as assigned. Required Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS (second graduate degree required for appointment or promotion above Instructor rank and for tenure); minimum two years of recent professional cataloging experience on OCLC; demonstrated knowledge of principles of cataloging, standard cataloging tools, and issues and trends in managing electronic resources; detail-oriented; strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills; eligibility to work permanently in the United States. Preferred Qualifications: Extensive experience cataloging serials in all formats; experience in an academic library; experience with integrated library system, preferably Voyager; experience managing/main- taining electronic journal holdings. Salary and Benefits: Salary dependent upon qualifications and experience (minimum: $36,000); standard benefits package: 21 days’ vacation, 12 paid holidays, retirement, 403(b), and life, health, and dental insurance. Library, University, and Community Information: Ingram Library Web site: http://www.westga.edu/~library. University Web site: http://www.westga.edu. Carrollton Web site: http:// www.carroll-ga.org. Applications: Review begins February 2, 2004, and continues until position is filled. Tentative start date: April 2004. Send letter of application, vita, transcripts, and names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three professional references to: Sara Griffies, Chair, Cataloging Search Committee, Ingram Library, State University of West Georgia, Carrollton, GA 30118. Unofficial transcripts sufficient for application, but offer of employment contingent upon presentation of official transcripts. Candidates passing first review must submit three current letters of reference. The names of applicants and nominees, résumés, and other nonevaluative material are subject to public inspection under the Georgia Open Records Act. Affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

Late Job Listings

DEAN OF LIBRARIES. Purdue University invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of Libraries. The Dean must have a dynamic vision for the future of library services and collections, and the ability to formulate, advocate, and implement strategies to advance the libraries’ and the university’s strategic planning initiatives. The successful candidate will be an innovative leader with a distinguished record of accomplishment in librarianship and a demonstrated knowledge of trends and developments in libraries and higher education. A commitment to quality, integrity, and the principles and ideals of a major research land-grant university is essential. The Dean provides leadership in budgeting and management of the libraries’ resources, promotes faculty and staff development, oversees the University Copyright Office and the University Press, and actively engages in library development through fundraising and public relations activities. The Dean reports to the Provost and is a member of the Chief Academic Officers’ Council. Qualifications include an ALA-accredited master’s degree in hbrary/informa- tion science; additional advanced degree preferred; successful and increasingly significant library leadership experience; and a record of achievement in the areas of leaming, discovery, and engagement to warrant appointment at the rank of full professor. With nearly39,000 students on its main campus, and one of the largest international enrollments among United States public universities, Purdue grants over 8,000 degrees annually, including more than 1,900 graduate and professional degrees. The Purdue University Libraries system, staffed by a team of more than200, including 60 faculty and professionals, consists of the Undergraduate Library and 13 school and departmental libraries. It has holdings of over two million volumes, with subscriptions to more than 20,000 serials and access to over 19,000 hill-text electronic journals, and innovative programs and facilities supporting information literacy. To learn more about the Libraries, visit: http://www.lib.purdue.edu/; the libraries’ strategic plan may be viewed at: http// www.lib.purdue.edu/plan2004/. Review of completed applications will begin January 12,2004, and continue until the position is filled. The position is available spring 2004. Applications should include a statement of interest outlining qualifications for the position and a vision ofthe future of academic libraries, a curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for at least three references. Applications, nominations, and questions should be directed to: Christine M. Ladisch, Dean of Libraries Search Committee Chair, Purdue University, Office of the Provost, Hovde Hall, Room 100, 610 Purdue Mall, West Lafayette, IN 47907-2040; e-mail: ladischc@purdue.edu; phone: (765) 494-6970. Purdue University is an equal opportunity, equal access, affirmative action employer, fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.

DIRECTOR, COLLEGE LIBRARY.Edgewood College seeks applicants for a new Director of the Oscar Rennebohm Library. This is a full-time, 12-month position. Edgewood College, founded in 1927by the Sinsinawa Dominicans, is a small liberal arts college (www.edgewood.edu) located in Madison, Wisconsin. Madison, the state’s capital, has repeatedly ranked as one of the top places to live because of its extensive educational, medical, financial, recreational, and cultural opportunities. Responsibilities: This position oversees all aspects ofthe library’s operations and services, leading library staff in a collaborative environment, advocating for the library within the college and community, providing creative leadership in the application of current technologies, and leading the staff in exemplary service to teaching and learning. The position reports to the Vice President for Academic Affairs/Academic Dean. Qualifications: Candidates should hold an ALA-accredited MLIS, a minimum of three years’ professional library experience and a minimum of two years’ supervisory/administrative experience. A Ph.D. would be advantageous. Compensation: Salary, including an excellent benefit package, commensurate with experience and qualifications. How To Apply: This position is open until filled. Please send cover letter, résumé and fist of four references including telephone numbers to: Edgewood College Human Resources, DCLIB, 1000 Edgewood College Drive, Madison, WI53711; fax: (608) 663-3295; Web: http://employment.edgewood.edu. Equal opportunity employer.

HEALTH SCIENCE REFERENCE LIBRARIAN.Winston-Salem University, Winston-Salem, North Carolina. This individual will offer instruction, information services, research assistance, collection development, policy interpretation, and liaison services to School of Health Science students and faulty with the goal of significantly increasing the use of all services and collections by the health science community. Service at the information desk will include some nights and weekends in a networked environment. Library services, collections, and programs will be developed and sustained at a level to ensure accreditation standards and research requirements are met. This position reports to the associate director for public services. Required; MLS from an accredited library school, with a strong undergraduate science background and extensive knowledge of electronic resources and automated systems. The successful applicant should have at least two years’ collection development experience in health science, preferably in an academic environment. Other required skills include a working knowledge of the Library of Congress Classification system, an online catalog, electronic resources, the Internet, LCD projectors, digital cameras, scanners, reader printers, copiers, and fax machines. Excellent customer service skills are necessary because some public service desk service is essential, and the individual must be able to work with a diverse population. Send a North Carolina State application, letter of application with résumé, and the names of three reference to: Otis Chilton, Office of Human Resources, CB19354, Winston-Salem, NC 27110. Application information can be found at: http://www.osp.state.nc.us/jobs/. All applications must be received by January 5, 2004. Winston-Salem University is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, the university complies with the Immigration Control and Reform Act of 1986.

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Career Opportunities from across the country

Director of Technology & Technical Services

Reporting directly to the Dean of the USF Library System, the Director for Technology & Technical Services is supported by an Associate Director for Library Computing; the Department Heads for Acquisitions and Cataloging; and the Coordinator for Electronic Collections. The division is comprised of 40 FTE (12 faculty and 28 paraprofessionals). Although physically situated in the Tampa Library, this director works collaboratively across the library system to actively lead the division into the next generation of library services. The successful candidate will work to promote the Libraries’ pursuit of ARL membership and to facilitate the 2005 migration to ExLibris (Aleph).

The University:The second largest university in the southeast and among the 20 largest in the nation, the Carnegie Foundation ranks USF for its research in the top national classification. Founded in 1956, USF serves 41,000 students in ten colleges on four campuses in Tampa, Lakeland, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota. 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 USF Libraries:The USF Libraries are comprised of four campus libraries, the Shimberg Health Sciences Library, and the Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute Library. The combined libraries offer researchers access to 1,826,650 volumes, 16,698 periodicals, as well as extensive electronic and digital research collections. Materials expenditures approximate $6 million annually.

Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership, management and direction that anticipates future trends in an evolving information environment.

• Develop and implement strategies to maximize efficiency and productivity while maintaining high quality standards.

• Participate fully in the expansion and promotion of the Libraries’ extensive digital collections and initiatives.

• Serve as a member of Libraries’ administrative team and collaborate across all divisions to provide strategic leadership for the USF Libraries.

• Maintain excellent working relationships with the institution’s multiple campus and special libraries as well as with the Libraries’ external partners.

• Actively foster a diverse work environment.

• Participate to the fullest extent possible in programs, cooperative library efforts and professional activities with partners on and off campus and in activities of the ARL, the Tampa Bay Library Consortium (TBLC), Association of Southeastern Research Libraries (ASERL), and other organizations.

Required Qualifications:

• M.L.S. from an ALA-accredited program or foreign equivalent.

• A successful record of eight (8) years of substantial administrative and/or management experience in increasingly responsible positions within information technology and/or technical services in a university library.

• Four (4) years experience administering and/or managing library faculty.

• Record of participation and accomplishment within the library profession including research, publication, service and governance activities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Second Master’s or other postgraduate degree; preferably MIS or MBA.

• Experience with current/emerging issues and practices in technical services in academic libraries.

• Experience with contemporary issues/practices in information technology in academic libraries.

• Experience solving complex problems in ambiguous situations by applying strong analytical skills in conventional and unconventional ways.

• Experience with strategic planning, budgets and resource allocation priorities.

• Experience with program or project implementation within complex organizations.

• Experience with faculty governance and faculty working under a collective bargaining agreement.

• Experience with library fund raising, private funding procurement, and/or grants.

• Experience developing ARL-level library services, specifically in technology & technical services.

• Effective oral and written communication skills.

• Record of research and publication.

Salary and Benefits: Salary and rank dependent upon years of post-Masters experience and record of scholarly achievement and service. Library faculty are 12-month, non-tenured faculty earning 22 days of vacation and 13 sick days annually. TIAA/CREF or other retirement options and insurance benefits are available. In addition, FL does not have a personal income tax requirement. Other terms & conditions may be specified in the contract.

Application Procedure: Send letter of application, vita, names and email addresses of 3 references by January 30, 2004 to: Matthew Guida, Library HR Manager, USF, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., LIB 122, Tampa, FL 33620-5400 (813) 974-4592; FAX (813) 974-5156 (mquida@lib.usf.edu)

USF is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and equal access institution. For disability accommodations, contact Matt Guida at (813) 974-7592, TDD (813) 974-9874, at least five working days in advance of the need. For more information about this position, the USF Libraries, or the University of South Florida, please visit http://www.lib.usf.edu/.

Associate Director for Technical Services and Systems

Temple University Health Sciences Center Library seeks individual to manage the Technical Services and Systems Department, which includes: Library Automation & Systems, Acquisitions, Technical Processing, Cataloging & Collection Management, Serials & Binding and Collection Development.

This senior-level position is involved in overall library & systems planning and evaluation, which includes the following four Health Sciences Center entities: Main biomedical library in Kresge Hall; South Branch in the 600 building (dental, nursing, pharmacy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, health information management, and the archival collections); School of Podiatry Library at 8th and Race Streets; Fisher Microcomputer Learning Center in Kresge Hall. This position is involved with the implementation & administration of the University's integrated library systems, electronic resources planning & ongoing management.

Master's degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association-accredited program required. Membership in the Medical Library Association Academy of Health Information Professionals (AHIP) preferred. A minimum of five years supervisory experience required; ten years relevant experience in a medical or science library & at least five years working with a state-of-the-art integrated library system preferred. Extensive knowledge and experience with OCLC or RLIN, library automation & serials control systems required. Excellent oral & written communication skills required. Demonstrated ability to manage, set & meet goals & objectives.

We offer competitive salary & benefits, including 100% pre-paid tuition. To apply for this position, and view other Temple opportunities, visit www.temple.edu and click on Jobs@temple. Access and respond to this position by referencing TUREQ-02118.

Temple University is strongly committed to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity and encourages qualified women and members of minority groups to apply.

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As ACRL works towards its ultimate goal of offering a broader range of programs that support the needs of academic librarians, your involvement and support become very important. The Friends initiative presents a unique opportunity for you to support ACRL.

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SETON HALL UNIVERSITY

Seton Hall University, founded in 1856, is a Roman Catholic institution affiliated with the Archdiocese of Newark, located in suburban South Orange, New Jersey, fourteen miles from Manhattan. As the oldest and one of the largest Diocesan Universities in the nation, we invite applications for the position of:

DEAN OF UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES

The Dean of University Libraries has responsibility for Walsh Library, the School of Theology Library, Archives and Special Collections and is an integral part of the Information Technology Management Team. The Dean will provide vision and leadership in all aspects of evolving library services. Reporting to the Provost, the Dean will advance the role of the libraries in the teaching, learning, and research mission of the University. Candidates must have an ALA-accredited MLS Degree and an additional advanced degree, preferably a Doctorate. Preference will be given to candidates with a minimum of five years experience in Library Administration and Information Technology. The successful candidate must have an understanding of the instructional and scholarly needs of students and faculty, provide innovative leadership in a shared decision-making environment, and demonstrate evidence of professional and scholarly involvement. Experience with budget management, fund raising, and grant procurement necessary. Excellent communication skills are required along with the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with University administration, faculty, staff, students and the extended community. Applicants must possess an understanding of and willingness to support the Seton Hall University Catholic Mission.

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Nominations and applications/resumes should be sent to the address below:

SETON HALL UNIVERSITY

Department Of Human Resources, Job Code: A-03102533 400 South Orange Avenue, South Orange, New Jersey 07079Visit us on the web at www.shu.edu Seton Hall University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Share your ideas with a national audience

Submit a proposal for ACRL’s 12th National Conference, "Currents and Convergence: Navigatingthe Rivers of Change."

Submission deadlines:

May28,2004Contributed papers, panel sessions, workshops, and preconferences

November8,2004Poster sessions

January10,2005Roundtable discussions

Complete details are online at www.acrLorg/minneapolis