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Positions Available
daemon@ATHENA.MIT.EDU (PACS-L Moderator)
Mon Oct 7 22:21:44 1996
Date: Mon, 07 Oct 1996 18:17:07 -0500 (CDT)
From: PACS-L Moderator <libpacs@UH.EDU>
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2 Messages
1) Dept. Head, Technical Services/Library Systems & Operations, Ferris
State University (MI)
2) Internet Development Specialist, Suburban Library System (IL)
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From: "Dick Perrin" <PERRINR@LIB01.FERRIS.EDU>
Subject: Department Head, Technical Services/Library Systems & Operations
This is a reposting. This is being cross-posted to several lists.
Position: Department Head, Technical Services/Library
Systems and Operations Department
Responsibilities: Overall administrative direction with budgetary
responsibility for the Library Systems and
Operations Department consisting of cataloging
and classification; collection development and
maintenance; conservation and preservation;
library technologies and serials. Leadership in
planning, implementing and evaluating departmental
services. Duties also include report
writing; project planning and management, and
liaison to the computer center. Participation in
the Libraries' information and instructional
programs may be expected.
Qualifications: Required: MLS or equivalent from a library/
information science program accredited by the
American Library Association. Increasing
administrative skills with demonstrated
proficiency in a technical services area - 3
years minimally. Expertise with integrated
library systems, local area network(s) and
bibliographic utilities. Evidence of strong
communication and organizational skills. Ability
to work with faculty and staff in a collegial,
consultive, collaborative team environment.
Preferred: Additional master's degree or a
doctorate; experience with Z39 and document
delivery systems; hands-on experience with Intel,
UNIX and Novell. Experience with report writing,
and project planning and management.
Salary: Salary is dependent upon qualifications, $45,000
minimally, competitive with compensation at
Michigan's academic libraries for a non-faculty,
administrative, 12-month appointment, with
standard benefits.
Application: Apply with letter addressing qualifications as
related to the responsiblilities of the position,
resume and three references from supervisors or
colleagues solicited for this position. Please
include their names, current addresses and
telephone numbers with your application.
Transcripts will be required for candidates
invited to interview at FSU.
Apply to: Library Systems & Operations Search Committee
Attn: Joan Boroff, Admiministrative Services
Ferris State University Timme Library
1201 South State Street
Big Rapids, MI 49307-2747
Application Deadline: Open until filled or December 1, 1996,
whichever is sooner.
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From: Pamela Brown <brownp@sls.lib.il.us>
Subject: Position Announcement--IL
This message is being posted to several different lists. Please excuse
the duplication.
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT:
The Suburban Library System in suburban Chicago has an opening for a new
position, Internet Development Specialist. The beginning salary range is
$27,205 - $34,006, dependent upon qualifications. Applications will be
accepted until the position is filled, with interviews beginning October
21. Please send resumes with letter of application to: Pamela Brown,
Information Technology Services Director, Suburban Library System, 125
Tower Drive, Burr Ridge, IL 60521- 5782 or email brownp@sls.lib.il.us.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Internet Development Specialist
Exempt - Grade 107
Suburban Library System
Information Technology Services Dept.
DEFINITION:
Position responsible for the implementation and maintenance of SLS
Internet services for member libraries. No supervision of others is
required, but may exercise leadership as required.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES:
Under general administration of the Information Technology Services
Director, serves as staff specialist for the implementation and
maintenance of Internet tools for SLS, including the World Wide Web server
services and mail list services. Develops and manages user documentation
for SLS Internet services and assists in providing user support. Consults
and works with the SWAN Service staff. Consults with programmers and
graphic artists as needed to develop SLS Internet services. May require
extended hours.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
In consultation with SLS staff and committees, develops and supports
maintenance of the SLS Gopher and World Wide Web home pages for SLS staff.
Identifies or develops courseware for HTML and related training programs.
Consults with member libraries about the development, loading, and
maintenance of their own home pages. Establishes, manages, and monitors
SLS mail lists in response to the needs of the SLS membership. Responds
to questions from member library staff regarding Internet and World Wide
Web services. Attends conferences and workshops to maintain current
awareness of trends in Internet services and software. Serves as a
resource person for SLS Internet groups and Information Technology
committees.
NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
Demonstrated technical knowledge and experience with Internet tools,
including mail lists, Gopher, the World Wide Web, graphical browsers, and
HTML, including HTML authoring software. Experience developing and
writing automation documentation. Demonstrated ability to communicate
technical ideas and plans both verbally and in writing to non-technical
clientele in a helpful and friendly manner. Must have the physical ability
and manual dexterity to input data on a keyboard and read computer screens
and other print materials. Must have access to a vehicle for use on SLS
business in performance of position requirements or hold a driver' license
valid in Illinois. In addition, working knowledge of Windows 3.1,
Microsoft Office suite software, including Word and PowerPoint desirable.
Background in graphic arts and page layout desirable.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT:
Bachelor's Degree
Two years' work experience in a network environment
One year's experience with HTML
