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Thu Sep 5 03:58:07 1996
Date: Wed, 04 Sep 1996 17:52:18 -0500 (CDT)
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1) Director of Learning Technologies, Washtenaw Community College (MI)
2) Webmaster, University of Minnesota, Crookston
3) Library Applications Specialist, College Center for Library Automation
(FL)
4) Head Cataloger, Portland State University (OR)
5) Southwest Missouri State University
a) Reference Librarian (Electronic Resources)
b) Head, Music Library
c) Head, Special Collections & Archives
d) Head, Library Systems Office
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From: Victor Liu <vliu@orchard.washtenaw.cc.mi.us>
Subject: Job opening: Director, Learning Technologies, Ann Arbor, MI
WASHTENAW COMMUNITY COLLEGE
SOLICITS APPLICATIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION
DIRECTOR OF LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES
General Summary:
As part of the Learning Resource Center professional team, the Director
of Learning Technologies is responsible for providing instructional media
and learning technologies services and systems to the administration,
faculty and students in support of the instructional programs, campus
events, and other activities of the College. The Director reports to the
Dean of Learning Resources.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Collaborates with the Dean of Learning Resources concerning the
development of short and long range goals of the Learning Technologies
Department (LTD) and the Learning Resources Division, and formulates a
plan to meet these goals.
2. Develops and recommends Learning Technologies Department policies,
services and resources to meet the immediate and long-range curriculum
goals of the College. Defines LTD's role in the support of external
groups using College facilities.
3. Analyzes, develops and recommends the Learning Technologies
Department budget and the College capital budget for learning
technologies, both equipment and systems. Controls expenditures in
administering the approved budgets.
4. Oversees the provision and scheduling of audio and video services,
public address systems, theater lighting systems and other media systems
in campus auditoriums, lecture halls, and campus locations.
5. Oversees all of the College's learning technologies equipment and the
supervision of employees and students engaged in the scheduling,
maintaining and repairing of such equipment. Responsible for the
installation of media systems and oversees installations by outside
vendors. Enhances capabilities of existing systems.
6. Provides leadership in exploring, acquiring, designing and producing
traditional media and emerging learning technologies to support the
College curriculum, classroom instruction and other College projects:
* Provides leadership and collaborates with faculty in acquiring or
producing multimedia materials for enhancement of teaching and/or
reinforcement of learning.
* Provides direction and LTD staff assistance in development of
Internet and Intranet-based instructional tools and coursework.
* Oversees LTD production of traditional audiovisual formats, e.g.
tape duplications, slides, etc.
7. Contributes to the professional development of faculty and staff by:
* Providing assistance and guidance in the uses of media and learning
technologies in achieving teaching and learning objectives.
* Providing regular training and instruction (workshops) to staff
groups on the uses and potential of a wide variety of instructional media
and integrated technologies.
* Facilitating faculty's transition to emerging technologies.
8. Facilitates the exploration, development, implementation and
evaluation of telecommunications technologies for achievement of College
distance education objectives and for Learning Resource Center provision
of satellite, cable, and compressed video services. Provides operation
and maintenance of the College's distance learning classroom(s).
9. Oversees the activities, both technical and organizational, for the
sponsorship of teleconferences, other off-satellite recordings and the
film/video rental service.
10. Determines levels of media service and resources to be provided to
community clients and plans for appropriate coverage of events.
11. Provides leadership and direction to LTD staff. Recommends the
hiring of subordinates; trains, develops, and evaluates them and, when
necessary, recommends their discipline and discharge. Oversees the
training of student assistants.
12. Previews, evaluates and recommends the purchase of materials,
equipment, and systems; involves developing specifications, meeting with
vendors and reviewing their bids, contacting current users, and testing
equipment for versatility and durability.
13. Maintains the inventory of College media and learning technologies
equipment. Oversees maintenance of other LTD records, files, and
collections in both manual and computerized formats.
14. Represents the Learning Resources Division on college committees and
serves as a liaison to outside groups, consortia, and institutions such
as K-12 districts, television broadcasters, WISD, MICTA and local
colleges.
15. Remains informed of new developments in media, communications, and
learning technologies, materials, and equipment. Develops, recommends
and implements new services and instructional delivery systems which
better meet the needs of the College.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Master's degree in an instructional technology discipline, Library
Science, Communications or related field.
2. Three to five years of progressively responsible supervisory
experience, and experience in media production and learning technologies
systems and services, preferable in an education institution.
3. Experience in developing and administering a departmental budget, and
evidence of ability to recommend a budget for media and learning
technologies equipment and systems for an entire organization.
4. Technical knowledge and ability required to plan for and set up
systems using audiovisual, telecommunications, multimedia and network
based technologies.
5. Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills to
work with internal faculty and staff, as well as external customers and
vendors.
6. Teaching experience at the secondary or college level preferred.
7. Evidence of leadership or innovation in applying media and/or
instructional technologies to accomplish objective(s).
Working Conditions:
Occasional exposure to excessive noise from media, sound and video
systems.
Appointment/Salary:
Anticipated date of appointment is November 18, 1996. Initial annual
salary range is $40,730 - $44,803 on a twelve month base; Administrative
Group/ Professional Classification Level 32. Numerous fringe benefits
include health, dental, life insurances and Michigan Public School
Employee Retirement System.
To Apply:
Send completed official WCC Application for Professional Employment with
credentials to Washtenaw Community College, Office of Human Resource
Management, Second Floor - Student Center Building, 4800 E. Huron River
Dr., PO Box D-1, Ann Arbor, MI 48106.
Phone: 313-973-3497 Job Hotline: 313-973-3510
Note: Transcript, student copy acceptable, must accompany application in
order for candidacy to be considered further.
Deadline for Receipt of Application in the WCC Office of Human Resource
Management is 5:00 p.m., October 18, 1996.
Washtenaw Community College, through its affirmative action goals, is
seeking candidates who will augment the diversity of its faculty, staff
and administration. Washtenaw Community College is an Affirmative
Action/Equal Opportunity employer.
In accord with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 applicants
with a disability needing reasonable accommodations with the hiring
process (application, testing and interview), including physical
accessibility and communication issues, are requested to inform the
Washtenaw Community College Office of Human Resource Management.
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From: "Owen Williams" <OWILLIAM@mail.crk.umn.edu>
Subject: webmaster position available
> WEBMASTER POSITION RE-ADVERTISED
>
> The University of Minnesota, Crookston (UMC) offers polytechnic
> baccalaureate and associate technology based degree programs.
> Full-time students are issued notebook computers. Classes have
> computer and other technology components. UMC's picturesque campus
> is located on the north edge of Crookston. Enrollment: 1,600
> students. Visit our WWW site at www.crk.umn.edu. At present, UMC
> has the following position(s) available:
>
> UMC WEBMASTER Position: Annual full-time twelve month position
> reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. Position
> renewable based on performance and/or funding. Person will be
> responsible for developing, directing, managing, and maintaining
> campus WWW sites.
>
> Responsibilities: Create web pages/forms, program HTML, exploit web
> technology, integrate multimedia assets and applications into web
> site, oversee technical management of web site in consultation with
> UMC's Computer Center, provide leadership in defining campus-wide
> web standards, manage web technical support for problems related to
> web site, coordinate design implementation, integrate new
> technologies into web site, maintain cross-platform and
> cross-browser compatibility, provide support for
> faculty/staff/students in efforts to create web pages, manage
> staff/services and coordinate the integration of electronic and
> print document preparation services including data entry and
> graphics design; and maintain the desired "look and feel" of UMC's
> web sites.
>
> Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree; ability to carry out
> basic web browser functions, including web searches; ability to use
> web editors, create/edit gifs and jpgs pictures; basic fluency in
> HTML; strong communication skills; ability to work independently and
> as part of a team; and excellent project management skills.
>
> Desired qualifications: Experience with multimedia systems; ability
> to write CGI or Perl scripts, create transparent gifs, create image
> maps, and send edited work to web server; supervisory experience,
> and ability to work with web-connected databases.
>
> Employment begins November 1, 1996. A letter of application; names,
> addresses, and telephone numbers of three references; and current
> resume must be postmarked no later than September 30 and mailed to:
> Owen Williams, Webmaster Search Committee, 151 Kiehle, UMC,
> Crookston, MN 56716. Fax (218) 281-8080.
>
> UMC is an equal opportunity educator and employer
*********************************************************************
Owen Williams, Director
Library
University of Minnesota, Crookston
Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 281-8395
(218) 281-8080 fax
owilliam@mail.crk.umn.edu
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From: "DIXONJ - Jeannie Dixon, CCLA" <JEANNIE@lincc.ccla.lib.fl.us>
Subject: Job Announcement
**LIBRARY APPLICATIONS SPECIALIST**
College Center for Library Automation (CCLA) is seeking an
individual with initiative and commitment to quality service to
join the team providing LINCC, Library Information Network for
Community Colleges. CCLA provides LINCC as a statewide service
for the 28 Florida community colleges and their 58 associated
libraries, using DRA software.
MAJOR FUNCTIONS: A Library Applications Specialist designs
programs and materials to train users in the LINCC system;
conducts training and informational programs; provides ongoing
support for LINCC participants. Serves as staff resource person
in collection access management, acts as team leader or member
for implementation of new LINCC services and products.
Participates in organization-wide planning activities.
MINIMUM TRAINING/EXPERIENCE: The position requires a Masters
degree from a library school program accredited by the American
Library Association and two years professional library-related
experience in public services, circulation, interlibrary loan, or
audiovisual media services. One year experience with a local
library automated system (may be concurrent with other experience
required) and experience in developing and presenting education
or training activities.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Awareness of current trends in information
technology and its impact on library access services. Ability to
develop training programs and user aids. Ability to: train,
teach, and provide presentations in a variety of settings.
Ability to: communicate effectively verbally and in writing; work
with users of varying technical expertise; travel to user sites
at statewide locations. Ability to collaborate effectively within
a dynamic team environment. Ability to use personal computers.
Knowledge of DRA software desirable.
Minimum salary $35,000 annually, commensurable to training and
experience.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Application deadline is Friday, Oct. 4, 1996
at 3 p.m. If reasonable ADA accommodations are needed for the
applicant process, please notify Human Resources, Tallahassee
Community College, by noon, Sept. 23, 1996.
Preference will be given to veterans and spouses who are eligible
under the Veterans' Preference Law. At time of application,
submittal of Form DD214 is the minimum requirement for veterans'
preference claim.
Obtain mandatory employment application from Human Resources,
Tallahassee Community College, 444 Appleyard Dr., Tallahassee, FL
32305-2895. No supporting documentation will be accepted after
the advertised deadline of Oct. 4, 1996. Telephone (904)
922-8104; ADA (904) 922-9239; Job Line (904) 488-9200. Human
Resources hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday. An Equal
Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer.
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From: "kenreich" <kenreich@godzilla.lib.pdx.edu>
Subject: Position Announcement (reposted)
PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
ADVERTISEMENT
Head Cataloger
Portland State University Library seeks nominations and applications
for the position of Head Cataloger. Reporting to the Assistant Director
for Technical Services, this position administers the Cataloging Section
comprised of 4 professional librarians, 1 management service and 11.5
classified staff. The PSU Library has holdings of approximately 1 million
volumes and 10,000 serials subscriptions and standing orders. The
Library uses the Sirsi integrated library system and is a member of WLN.
RESPONSIBLE FOR overseeing the daily operation of the section;
ensuring the establishment of monographic and serials bibliographic
records, and the integration of records into the Library's OPAC;
overseeing the materials preparation, repair and binding operations;
planning, preparing and analyzing statistical and financial reports;
training, coordinating and evaluating staff; planning and developing
procedures for the improvement of work processes; maintaining
communication and encouraging the exchange of ideas.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: ALA accredited Master of Library
Science degree.
QUALIFICATIONS: A minimum of 3 years experience cataloging materials
of various types and formats in a medium to large academic library. At
least 2 years experience administering a cataloging department or
database management unit. Mastery of MARC, AACR2 rules and
interpretations, LC subject cataloging and classification, and LCSH/name
authority control. Strong supervisory, analytical, and organizational
skills. Demonstrated experience with one of the national bibliographic
utilities and with a local integrated system. Familiarity with European
languages as well as bibliographic terms in other languages. Excellent
interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. Ability to provide
leadership in a computer-intensive environment. Ability to meet academic
tenure and promotion requirements.
RANK: Assistant Professor (faculty status; 1.0 FTE tenure track position;
12 month contract)
SALARY/BENEFITS: Commensurate with experience. Minimum $45,000.
Primary benefits include a choice of medical plans (Blue Cross/Blue
Shield or HMO options), several retirement plans, 176 vacation hours, and
staff tuition rates.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications received by 5:00 p.m., September
15, 1996 will receive priority consideration.
TO APPLY: Send cover letter, resume, and names, addresses & phone
numbers of four references to:
Mary Ellen Kenreich
Chair, Search Committee
Portland State University Library
P.O. Box 1151
Portland, OR 97207
(503) 725-5780
(503) 725-5799 (FAX)
Portland State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action
employer and is committed to diversifying its work force. Minorities,
women, and members of other protected groups are encouraged to
apply. A position description can be found on the WWW at
http://www.lib.pdx.edu/straylight.html.
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From: nam756f@vma.smsu.edu (Neosha A. Mackey)
Subject: Job postings
Southwest Missouri State University Libraries are hiring for 3 new
faculty positions and to replace the retiring Head, Music Library.
1. Reference Librarian (Electronic Resources) includes both general
reference duties and leadership in utilizing electronic resources for
public services. $28,000 minimum for nine months. REQUIRED: ALA
accredited MLS and technical experience with electronic reference
services including knowledge of a variety of online systems, public
access systems, library applications, and Internet resources and tools.
Knowledge of microcomputer hardware and a variety of operating systems.
Significant experience in an academic reference setting including
familiarity with traditional as well as electronic reference sources.
Demonstrated excellence in teaching. Demonstrated ability to work with
students, staff, and faculty within the library and across campus in a
collaborative and productive manner. A strong service commitment.
Excellent communication skills. The ability to be flexible and work in a
fast-paced environment. PREFERRED: Knowledge of the WWW, OCLC, Ameritech
LMS, CARL, Lexis/Nexis, local area networks, CD-ROMs and online database
searching technology.
2. Head, Music Library administers branch library operations, including
audio lab. Supervises one library assistant and hourly assistants.
$30,000 minimum for nine months. REQUIRED: ALA accredited MLS.
Substantial academic course work in music. Excellent leadership,
supervisory and interpersonal skills. Experience with various music
software. 3 years professional library experience. PREFERRED: Degree in
music. Working knowledge of Romance languages and German. Active
participation in Music Library Association.
3. Head, Special Collections & Archives Department administers existing
collections, including Rimbaud-Butor, Ozarks Labor Union Archives, other
regional and university materials. Plans and implements expansion of
collections and facilities, including Web access. $30,000 minimum for
nine months. REQUIRED: ALA accredited MLS; 3 years experience in a
special collections/archival environment in an academic or research
library; training in archival theory and practice; knowledge of
preservation and conservation issues; demonstrated ability to communicate
effectively with researchers, administrators, colleagues, benefactors,
and other constituencies; knowledge of one or more foreign languages,
preferably French; supervisory experience; computer literacy; ability to
lift boxes weighing over 30 pounds and to tolerate dust and mold.
PREFERRED: Second master's degree in history, literature or another
relevant subject field; rare book cataloging experience and knowledge of
DCRB and US MARC format; experience or training in implementing
preservation and access programs, particularly digitization; evidence of
scholarship through publications or presentations.
4. Head, Library Systems Office coordinates planning and development of a
broad spectrum of library technologies and systems. Trains library
employees in use of hardware/software. Serves as liaison with U Computer
Services. Supervises 2 full-time employees. 12-Month appointment, minimum
$40,000. Standard holidays, 20 days vacation, sick leave. REQUIRED: ALA
accredited MLS. 3 years professional experience with a variety of library
systems. Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and
non-technical audiences. Demonstrated leadership capabilities, management
and supervisory skills. Demonstrated technical knowledge of client/server
and desktop computing. Evidence of strong commitment to responsive
service. PREFERRED: Degree in computer-related area. Experience with a
variety of library systems including OCLC, Ariel, Ameritech LMS. Academic
library experience. Experience with different computer platforms
including Macintosh, Windows, UNIX, Mainframe. Demonstrated knowledge and
use of variety of statistical, word-processing, database, and
communication (WWW, e-mail, visual) software packages.
Summer appointment usually available at up to 1/5 additional salary for
positions 1-3. All positions: Tenure track faculty appointments in the
Department of Library Science. Includes occasional teaching in library
science curriculum. Rank dependent upon qualifications. Comprehensive
insurance including health, dental and life; State retirement; tuition
benefits.
THE LIBRARY & CAMPUS: The Libraries are planning a major addition and
renovation which will incorporate state-of-the-art technology with
completion expected by 2000. Springfield is Missouri's third largest
city, with metropolitan population of 250,000 and a cost of living of
92.5. For more information, see our Web sites at
www.smsu.edu/contrib/library/mep/ or www.smsu.edu
TO APPLY: Send letter of application, resume, and names of three
references with addresses and telephone numbers to:
Respective Search Committee
Meyer Library
901 S. National #175
SMSU
Springfield MO 65804-0095
417-836-4525 Fax: 417-836-4764
Consideration of applications will begin October 7, 1996, and continue
until positions are filled.
AA/EOE
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Neosha A. Mackey
Associate Dean of Library Services
Duane G. Meyer Library #175
901 South National Avenue
Springfield, MO 65804-0095
(417) 836-4525 Fax:(417) 836-4764
Internet:nam756f@vma.smsu.edu
