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Positions Available
daemon@ATHENA.MIT.EDU (PACS-L Moderator)
Tue Jun 25 20:44:19 1996
Date: Tue, 25 Jun 1996 17:42:07 -0500 (CDT)
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1) Library Web Manager, University of Pennsylvania
2) Head of Information & Instructional Services, St. Mary's College of
California
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From: "John C. Hawkins" <hawkinsj@pobox.upenn.edu>
Subject: Phila, PA, UPenn Library Web Manager Position Available
NOTICE OF PROFESSIONAL VACANCY
LIBRARY WEB MANAGER - (INFORMATION SYSTEMS SPECIALIST II)
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
SUMMARY
The Library Web Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating
the design, development and maintenance of the University of
Pennsylvania Library System's webpages. Develops and promotes standards
and style guides for use by library web developers.Tracks new web
development tools and provides training and guidance in their use.
Reports to the Director for Public Services.
DUTIES
Leads a library web development team and in consultation with this group
sets policy and makes decisions relating to web design and organization.
Works with all library web developers to maintain the quality and utility
of the Library's electronic interface. Develops style sheets and
standards, and promotes the use of these. Ensures the currency and
accuracy of web links and information. Designs and supports customized
WWW extensions such as enhanced indexing, electronic forms and future
applications. Works closely with Library Systems staff to monitor and
evaluate new web development tools, such as graphics software, HTML
editors and search applications. Monitors web development by peer
institutions. Stays current with HTML development, new web browsers,
indexing tools, etc. Trains staff in the use of web development tools,
provides expert advice and consultation. Works with the Vice provost and
staff to train, prepare web demonstrations, etc. for administrators and
faculty groups. Works in close cooperation with University web developers
and others on campus to share expertise and coordinate efforts where
appropriate. Maintains statistics on web use. Supervises students
assisting in web maintenance.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree or equivalent in theory and practice. Excellent verbal
and written communication skills. Ability to act decisively and work
with a dynamic team. Strong organizational skills and excellent sense of
visual and structural design. Creativity and problem solving skills.
Understanding of academic institutions and libraries. Working knowledge
of UNIX, hyper media and layout skills. HTML and perl programming.
Experience with desktop publishing software an advantage.
SALARY & RANK
Information Systems Specialist II - P 5, $29,664-$38,677
APPLICATION PROCESS
Submit a cover letter, resume and names of three references to: Mr. R. I.
Fisher, Library Human Resources, University of Pennsylvania, 3420 Walnut
Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6206. Applications received by July 15th
will receive 1st consideration. THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA IS AN
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.
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From: "Stephanie Bangert" <sbangert@stmarys-ca.edu>
Subject: Position Announcement
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Head of Information and Instructional Services
Associate or Full Librarian
Full-Time, 12 month, permanent
Saint Mary's College of California (Moraga)
Saint Mary's College Library is a division of Academic Resources,
which includes Library, Media Services, and the Hearst Art
Gallery. This position reports to the Dean for Academic Resources
who is also the library director. Academic Resources is staffed
by 14 professionals, 11 support staff, and CA. 6 FTE student
assistants.
The Head of Information and Instructional Services is one of four
dept. heads within Academic Resources (Collection Services,
Systems & Media Services, Art Gallery). This group acts with the
Dean as the policy/planning body for broad issues related to
personnel, budget, services and facilities planning, and
assessment.
This position is responsible for the overall administration of
library instruction, reference and access services. He/she
provides leadership in articulating, representing, and promoting
the importance of these three services within Academic Resources
and to the campus community, supported by the Access Services
Librarian and the Coordinator of Reference Service.
Saint Mary's College Library is developing a highly interactive
electronic network of information resources in support of student
research and faculty teaching. Responsibility for planning,
administering and evaluating library instructional services and
promoting the use of library resources and information technology
across the curriculum to improve information literacy is a major
component of this position.
This Department Head acts as collection development and
instruction liaison to the Graduate School of Education,
Psychology Department, or other areas as assigned; participates
in the provision of reference assistance, including evening and
weekend rotation; contributes to the college community through
service on appropriate committees.
Qualifications: ALA-accredited masters degree with 5-8 years
professional library experience, with a minimum of 3 years in an
academic library; 2 years management experience in public
services; experience with electronic reference services and the
provision of instruction; outstanding written and oral
communication skills, strong service orientation and ability to
work well in a dynamic environment. Collection development
experience in the social sciences (education/psychology) highly
desirable.
While 8 years following the MLS are required for the Full
Librarian, applications are also invited from individuals
approaching this level who demonstrate relevant academic library
experience, management and communication skills, a desire to work
in a creative and forward-looking organization, and a commitment
to library service and the profession.
Saint Mary's College is a Catholic, coeducational, comprehensive
college of about 4,000 students (2,100 undergraduates), operated
by the Christian Brothers, and located 20 miles east of
San Francisco. 133 years old, Saint Mary's is noted for its Great
Books/Collegiate Seminar Program, the quality of its faculty, and
the beauty of its campus. The College strives to evoke critical
habits of mind, stimulate a sense of the common good, and
encourage moral choices in the service of others.
Send letter of application, resume, and three references to:
Saint Mary's College, Personnel Office, P.O. Box 4227, Moraga, CA
94575. An EOE and committed to being a diverse community.
Consideration of applications begins July 19 and continues until
the position is filled.
Salary range is $30,029 - $39,355. Benefits include health,
dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance; generous
vacation, holiday and leave policy. TIAA-CREF retirement program
after one year service and age 21; immediately if TIAA-CREF
individual, fully-vested annuity contracts already owned.
For additional information: Stephanie Bangert
Dean for Academic Resources
sbangert@stmarys-ca.edu
Check out the web site: http://gaelnet.stmarys-ca.edu
