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Positions Available
daemon@ATHENA.MIT.EDU (Public-Access Computer Systems For)
Wed Aug 21 21:05:51 1996
Date: Wed, 21 Aug 1996 10:36:06 -0500 (CDT)
From: Public-Access Computer Systems Forum <LIBPACS@UHUPVM1.UH.EDU>
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1) Deputy Network Administrator, County of Morris, New Jersey
2) Library Project Facilitator, SUNY-Albany (NY)
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From: "Ellen Sleeter, M.A.I.N. Administrator" <SLEETER@main.morris.org>
Subject: Search Extended: Deputy Network Administrator
*Search extended* until September 6th!
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT [new position]:
DEPUTY NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR
Network Services Division
County of Morris, New Jersey
In late 1995, the Freeholders of the County of
Morris, NJ, created the Network Services Division to
administer and operate the Morris Automated
Information Network (M.A.I.N.), comprised of 30
municipal libraries, the Morris County Library and
the County College of Morris Library. M.A.I.N.
provides flexible access to the libraries' union
catalog, access to several UMI databases, access to
the MOREnet gopher, and lynx access to the Internet
from library terminals, via dial-up and via telnet.
In 1996, the Network will add its first extra-County
member.
Description of Duties:
The Deputy, reporting to the Network
Administrator, will (1) assist in managing
implementation projects; (2) evaluate database
maintenance and cataloging workflow, practices,
costs; (3) assume primary responsibility for
assimilating and evaluating DRA application modules,
particularly as DRA launches the client/server
product; (4) manage the evolution of the MOREnet
gopher into a M.A.I.N. web site.
Requirements:
ALA-accredited Masters degree. Minimum 2 years'
experience supporting library automation applications
in a large public library or library consortium.
Experience conducting requirements analyses and
writing specifications for automation-related
services. Minimum 1 year experience in cataloging
using an automated system. Experience launching and
supporting Internet client software/utilities.
Excellent electronic and verbal communications
skills, for interactions both with co-workers and
with user constituency. Demonstrated excellence and
commitment to customer service.
Highly Desirable:
Hands-on experience in one or more of the
following: DRA, DEC OpenVMS and DCL, formal project
management, structured systems analysis, general
database creation/publishing/management, TCP/IP.
Compensation will be competitive, with excellent
benefits, including membership in the Federal Credit
Union and tax-deferred investment plan (457).
This position is available immediately.
Candidate evaluation will begin August 15th and
continue until the position is filled. Send resume
with cover letter explaining pertinent
qualifications, together with full contact
information for 3 references in confidence to:
Ellen Sleeter, Network Administrator
M.A.I.N. Network Services
PO Box 900
Morristown, NJ 07963-0900
fax: 201-989-6109
Info only: sleeter@main.morris.org
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From: hatchcb@slscva.sysadm.suny.edu (Carey Hatch)
Subject: Position Announcement
The State University of New York, System Administration, locating in Albany,
New York is seeking applicants for the position of Library Project
Facilitator. This is an opportunity for a creative, flexible, individual to
join a team of dynamic professionals to initiate and support new services for
SUNY Libraries. The qualified candidate will be an individual who has
successful experience operating in the emerging electronic environment
involving library services, and who works well on cooperative, group
projects.
Responsibilities
The Library Project Facilitator is responsible for assisting campuses in the
continuing implementation of University-wide library services and working with
System Administration Offices and other SUNY groups in developing Request for
Proposals, reviewing subsequent proposals and assisting in vendor
contracting.
Qualifications:
Mandatory qualifications include an ALA-accredited MLS, significant relevant
professional experience in an academic library including experience in the
management of local library systems. Evidence of ongoing exploration and
creative application of emerging information technologies; substantive
knowledge of electronic information resources, including Internet resources.
Ability to work effectively with members of the academic community and
commercial vendors. Demonstrated ability to lead and excel in a team
environment. Demonstrated record of ongoing professional development.
Excellent communication skills.
Preferred qualifications include experience with DRA/MultiLIS or DRA Classic
library system. Significant experience in working closely with library
automation and electronic information vendors.
Salary: $37,000 - $42,000 commensurate with qualifications. Send letter of
application specifying interest and resume by the close of business Sept 26,
1996 to: Carey Hatch, Director, Office of Library and Information Services,
State University of New York, SUNY Plaza, Albany, New York 12246.
The State University of New York is an EOE/AA employer. Applications from
women, minority persons, disabled workers and/or Vietnam Era Veterans are
especially welcome.
