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Position Announcements
daemon@ATHENA.MIT.EDU (Public-Access Computer Systems For)
Fri Feb 14 20:19:18 1997
Date: Fri, 14 Feb 1997 13:52:10 -0600 (CST)
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1) Cataloging Unit & Database Proj. Coor.; Humboldt
State University (CA)
2) Head of Systems; University of Arizona Health
Sciences Library
3) Dean of Learning Resources and Technology Services;
St. Cloud State University (MN)
4) Systems Librarian; University of Texas at Arlington
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From: dlw7001@axe.humboldt.edu (Dee Dee Washburn)
STARTING OCTOBER 1, 1997
FULL-TIME, TENURE-TRACK POSITION
HEAD, CATALOGING UNIT AND DATABASE PROJECTS
COORDINATOR,
ACCESS SERVICES DEPARTMENT
A full-time, tenure-track position in the Humboldt
State University Library, Arcata, California.
The Position: The University Library seeks an
experienced librarian to head its Cataloging Unit and
coordinate the development of database projects. The
Cataloging Unit consists of the unit head, three FTE
support staff, plus intermittent hourly and student
assistant positions. The unit is one of six within the
Access Services Department which also includes
Acquisitions, Circulation, Collection Maintenance,
Periodicals, and Systems. Unit functions center around
the use of the Geac ADVANCE integrated online library
system and the OCLC bibliographic utility. The
Cataloging Unit is responsible for processing HSU
Library information resources in all formats, both
physical and electronic. The unit presently processes
approximately 8,600 volumes for the collection each
year. Unit activities encompass original and copy
cataloging, authority control, online catalog
maintenance, end processing, and mendery/bindery.
Specific duties of this position include oversight of
all Cataloging Unit operations, personnel management,
hands-on original cataloging, and policy development
and implementation. The unit head will work with
faculty members and staff to design and coordinate the
development of auxiliary local information databases
using Library systems resources. The head of Cataloging
represents the unit in other Library forums. Following
an appropriate introductory period in the Cataloging
Unit, the incumbent will be assigned a limited number
of regularly scheduled hours on the Library Information
Desk. Position reports to the chair of the Access
Services Department.
Professional Qualifications: Minimum: MLS from an ALA-
accredited program, with at least three years of
increasingly responsible professional experience
directly related to the responsibilities of this
position; previous supervisory/managerial experience;
original cataloging experience; working knowledge of
OCLC; cataloging experience on an integrated online
library system; familiarity with current trends in the
use of technology in libraries and higher education;
excellent written and verbal communication skills;
commitment to a participatory team management style.
Preferred: related professional experience in an
academic library environment; cataloging experience
working with images, Internet resources, and/or other
electronic resources; experience with vendor
outsourcing for cataloging activities; experience with
a government documents retrospective conversion
project.
Starting Salary Now in Effect: Appointment will be at
the Senior Assistant Librarian level. Rank and salary
are dependent upon the appointee's qualifications and
experience ($38,892-$55,164). Benefits include an
optional 10-month year, 24 days annual vacation, 10-14
legal holidays, sick leave, and competitive retirement
and health plans. Librarians are members of the general
faculty with rank and are expected to meet requirements
for tenure and promotion.
University and Library: Humboldt State University, the
northernmost member of the 23-campus California State
University system, is a largely residential institution
of approximately 7,250 FTES, with a number of master's
degree programs in addition to the predominantly
undergraduate curriculum. Humboldt State University is
committed to achieving the goals of equal opportunity
and Affirmative Action and endeavors to employ faculty
and staff of the highest quality reflecting the ethnic
and cultural diversity of the State. The campus is
situated near Humboldt Bay, overlooking the Pacific
Ocean, the California redwoods, and the rugged
mountains of California's North Coast. The
Library/Media Services occupies a centrally located
modern building and has a collection of approximately
479,000 volumes, along with a large depository
government documents collection. There are at present
11 FTE librarians and 32 support staff.
Application: For full consideration qualified candidates must
submit a letter of application (referencing Job #97/98-07),
resume, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of
three references by March 1, 1997 to:
Chair, Library Faculty Personnel Committee
c/o University Librarian
Humboldt State University Library
One Harpst Street
Arcata, CA 95521-8299
Phone: (707)826-3441
FAX: (707)826-3440
Applications from and nominations of qualified women and
minority candidates are particularly encouraged. The
University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title
IX Employer.
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From: Jeanette McCray <mccray@ahsl.arizona.edu>
University of Arizona Health Sciences Library
(Search extended)
The Arizona Health Sciences Library (AHSL) is seeking a Head of Systems
and Networking to guide the development of the library's online
information system (ALOE) and its computing and networking resources
within the context of the Arizona Health Sciences Center (AHSC) and the
University.
Responsibilities include: overall administration of the computing and
networking resources within AHSL and for the Arizona Health Information
Network (AZHIN), a statewide health information consortium; oversight and
coordination of ALOE (based on Sirsi and Ovid UNIX products); technical
consultant for AZHIN and its members; collaboration with other groups
involved in the delivery of electronic health information; AHSC Web site
management; awareness and investigation of applicable trends in new
technology. This position currently supervises 2.5 FTE staff.
Key skills: ability to lead and collaborate; strong technical skills;
effective communication skills; excellent analytical and problem-solving
skills; ability to communicate complex technical information to
non-technical audiences; excellent interpersonal skills. AHSL is part of
a growing institution and supports programs in medicine, nursing,
pharmacy, public health, health professions, and the University Medical
Center.
Minimum qualifications: Master's degree in MIS or Library/Information
Science or other relevant graduate degree; 3 years work in library
systems or computer and networking operations in a complex environment;
supervisory experience, preferably at an administrative level. Record of
involvement in professional associations and/or evidence of publications
or presentations preferred.
Salary commensurate with experience, minimum of $45,000. Excellent
benefits.
At the foot of the Santa Catalina mountains, Tucson offers abundant
recreational and cultural opportunities.
For more information, see our Web site at
http://www.ahsc.arizona..edu/ahsl/vacancy.htm
or contact Susan Keiser, Administrative Associate, 520/626-6121,
skeiser@ahsl.arizona.edu. Send application letter, CV, and the names of 3
professional references to Rachael K. Anderson, Director, Arizona Health
Sciences Library, The University of Arizona, PO Box 245079, Tucson AZ
85724-5079. Position open until filled; review of applications will
begin March 15, 1997. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA
Employer.
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From: KEITH EWING <KEWING@TIGGER.STCLOUD.MSUS.EDU>
SEARCH EXTENDED
Position available: Dean, Learning Resources and Technology Services
Salary: $85,000
Date of appointment: July 1, 1997
Responsibilities: The university is seeking a dynamic leader who is
primarily responsible for providing leadership,
planning, coordination and management relative to all
personnel, programs and services in Learning
Resources/Technology Services, including library
services (collection of 1.7 million items, select
document depository), data, video, and interactive
television services, academic computer information
services, campus network services, and an academic
department offering undergraduate and graduate programs
in information technology, school library media, and
human resources training. Characteristic duties
include:
1) Provide leadership in the development of the
philosophy/mission of LR/TS at SCSU, within the
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System
(MnSCU), among other institutions of higher
education, and within the greater Central
Minnesota community;
2) Manage the fiscal and personnel components of
LR/TS;
3) Provide direction and work with the
administration, faculty and student organizations
to ensure appropriate use of LR/TS facilities;
4) Advance the uses of technology and be
knowledgeable about emerging technologies;
5) Administer MnSCU rules and regulations, collective
bargaining contracts, university, state and
federal policies as they pertain to LR/TS;
6) Serve as director of the Center for Information
Media's undergraduate and graduate academic
programs, and consult with the Dean of the College
of Education and cooperate with departments in the
development of CIM's programs;
7) Seek external funding to support new facility
scheduled to begin construction Fall, 1997, and
for other program activities.
SCSU is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in
employment and education opportunities. We recognize
that the future of our nation and its higher education
system depends on our abilities to educate a diverse
student body and we welcome applications from people of
protected classes.
Qualifications: Doctorate in appropriate field required. Master's in
information science, instructional technology, library
science, or equivalent preferred. Five years
administrative experience with increasing
responsibilities in administration, library, media and
technology services and teaching required. Also
required: excellent communication and interpersonal
skills, along with an ability to work collegially and
inclusively with administrtors, faculty, staff and
students through shared decision-making; experience in
strategic and financial planning, budgets, external
funding, grants and fund-raising; and a commitment to
concepts of affirmative action, cultural diversity, and
participative management. Experience in a collective
bargaining environment highly desirable.
Apply to: Dean, Learning Resources and Technology Services Search
c/o Vice President for Academic Affairs
St. Cloud State University
720 Fourth Ave., South
St. Cloud, MN 56301-4498
Application screening will continue until a suitable applicant is identified.
Inquiries may be directed to Mary Woelfel at 320.255.2022 or Rich Josephson at
josephson@tigger.stcloud.msus.edu or 320.255.2069.
Keith Ewing
Learning Resources Services
St. Cloud State University
St. Cloud MN 56301-4498
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From: "Bob Samson" <samson@library.uta.edu>
The University of Texas at Arlington
University Libraries
Systems Librarian
Job Description:
Under the direction of the Assistant Director for Information
Technologies, manages and maintains the Libraries' NOTIS-based
integrated library management system. Provides a high level of
technical expertise and working knowledge of NOTIS, exercises
independent judgment in analyzing and diagnosing problems with
the system, and works with all Libraries departments and the
campus Computing Center to ensure the efficient and effective
use of the system. Major areas of responsibility include system
administration, library liaison activities, and project management.
In addition, the incumbent will be fully involved in the migration
to a state-of-the-art library management system and will play an
integral role in the development of innovative technological
applications in library services.
Qualifications:
Required: ALA accredited MLS; minimum of 2 years experience in an
academic setting, preferably an academic library; knowledge of MARC
record structure; demonstrated organizational and analytical skills;
superior interpersonal, written and oral communication skills;
strong commitment to responsive and innovative service, with the
ability to work effectively in a demanding and rapidly changing
environment; familiarity with current developments in library
automation.
Preferred: Substantial experience with a NOTIS-based integrated
system; familiarity with UNIX and UNIX-based systems; knowledge of
local and wide area networking technologies, telecommunications,
the Internet, microcomputer and mainframe library applications.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary is negotiable to the mid-$30k level, depending on
qualifications. Includes a comprehensive benefits package.
Environment:
Please browse the Libraries' homepage at http://www.uta.edu/library/
to find out more about the UTA Libraries.
Application:
Applicants should submit a resume and the names, addresses, and
telephone numbers of three professional references. Consideration
will begin March 10, 1997 and will continue until a successful
candidate has been selected. Applications and nominations should
be addressed to:
Bob Samson
Chair, Systems Librarian Search Committee
The University of Texas at Arlington
University Libraries
P.O. Box 19497
Arlington, Texas 76019-0497
The University of Texas at Arlington is an equal opportunity,
affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of
sex, race, religion, color, nationality, age, or disability.
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Bob Samson * samson@library.uta.edu
Assistant Director for *
Information Technologies * http://www.uta.edu/library/
University Libraries *
University of Texas at Arlington * (817) 272-3728
P.O. Box 19497 *
Arlington, TX 76019 * (817) 272-5797 fax
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