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Position Announcements
daemon@ATHENA.MIT.EDU (Public-Access Computer Systems For)
Wed Mar 19 20:23:35 1997
Date: Wed, 19 Mar 1997 15:07:07 -0600 (CST)
From: Public-Access Computer Systems Forum <LIBPACS@UHUPVM1.UH.EDU>
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1) Library Access Services Dept. Head; Old
Dominion University (VA)
2) Electronic Information Services/Reference Librarian;
Rutgers University (NJ)
3) Administrative Coordinator, South State Co-operative
Library System (Los Angeles County, CA)
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From: "FRANCES MCCRAW" <fdm100u@shakespeare.lib.odu.edu>
OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY
LIBRARY ACCESS SERVICES DEPARTMENT HEAD
RESPONSIBILITIES: Reports to Assistant University Librarian for
Information Services. Provides leadership in develop-ing and
managing pro-grams and services for on and off campus; provides
access services with other divisions and branch libraries within the
university library, distance education sites, Higher Education
Centers, corporate and military sites, and the Virginia Beach
campus to be open in Fall 1998. Access services include circulation
and reserves, stacks maintenance, interlibrary loan and document
delivery, microforms, security, photocopy center contract, financial
operations of the units and management of two branch libraries.
Position supervises 17 (3 supervisors, 2 branch coordi-nators, and
11 staff members) and approximately 340 hrs. of student
assistants. Two branch libraries, the Diehn Composers' Room
(special collections and the music listening room) and the Hofheimer
Art Library report to this position, with two coordinators, and
approximately 40 hrs of student assistants. Position will
analyze departmental organization in view of changing services,
priorities, and requirements, advances in access technology, and
developments in library information systems. Innovative Interfaces
system recent implementation makes training and full utilization of
system a priority. Position includes staff training and
development, and collection development assignment. Weekend and
evening hours as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS: Required: An ALA accredited library science degree; a
minimum of 5 years experience at progressively responsible
professional positions; significant supervisory and management
experience; and successful management of library services in a
changing environment.
Desired: knowledge of librarianship and an understanding of the broad
issues facing academic libraries and access services in particular;
comprehensive knowledge of academic libraries' organizational
structures, process, and procedures; ability to relate tactfully to
faculty, students and staff; responsiveness to the needs of the
university and other library units; ability to instill a strong
service orientation; effective and creative leadership; knowledge of
the applications of information technology in access services;
effective participation in committees and team-based work; excellent
oral/written communication; negotiating skills with individuals and
groups; ability to use computers effectively.
Also desirable are familiarity with conservation practices,
knowledge of copyright issues; experience with microforms;
experiences with integrated library systems (access services
applications particularly).
Interviewees will be asked to give a brief presentation on
contemporary issues in access services.
SALARY and BENEFITS: Minimum Salary: $40,000. Benefits include:
TIAA-CREF retirement or Virginia Retirement System, health and life
insurance; 22 vacation days.
DEADLINE: Screening of applications will begin on May 9, 1997.
Applications received by that date will receive first consideration.
CONTACT: Write or email for a more complete position description.
Send nominations or letter of application addressing your ability to
meet position qualifications, resume, and the names, addresses,
telephone numbers and email addresses of 3 references to: Ann
Pettingill, Chair, Access Services Head Search Committee, Old Dominion
University, Norfolk, VA. 23529-0256, e-mail AHP100F@lib.odu.edu,
757/683-4183 or 683-4141.
Old Dominion University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer
and requires compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act
of 1986.
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From: "Sandra Troy" <stroy@rci.rutgers.edu>
RUTGERS UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES
TITLE: Electronic Information Services/Reference Librarian
Kilmer Area Library
RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide leadership in the development and implementation of
instruction and training program for electronic information services and
resources for library faculty and staff. Assist in designing supporting
materials for individual and group instruction and training in a networked
environment. Participate in the user education program, collection
development, development and maintenance of Web pages, and reference
services, including weekends and evenings. Research, publication, and
involvement in professional associations are expected.
QUALIFICATIONS: An ALA accredited MLS degree and three years professional
experience required. Strong oral and written communication skills;
ability to work independently, as well as in a collegial and team-based
environment; substantial knowledge and experience with electronic resources
and information technology, including computer networks, multimedia, Internet,
HTML, and Netscape; commitment to user services; experience in teaching or
training. Experience in providing business information services and
undergraduate services highly desirable.
SALARY: Dependent upon experience and qualifications with a minimum of
$39,184 for a Librarian III tenure track appointment.
STATUS/BENEFITS: Faculty status, calendar year appointment, TIAA/CREF pension,
life/health insurance, prescription drug, dental and eyeglass plans, tuition
remission, one month vacation.
LIBRARY PROFILE: Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, has campuses in
three geographic locations: Camden, New Brunswick, and Newark. The Kilmer
Library, one of six major libraries in the Rutgers University Libraries system,
focuses on user education, general undergraduate services, and business
information services. Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a member
of the Research Libraries Group and the American Association of Universities.
TO APPLY: RESUMES RECEIVED NO LATER THAN May 16, 1997 WILL RECEIVE FIRST
CONSIDERATION. SUBMIT RESUME, COVER LETTER, AND NAMES OF THREE REFEREES TO:
Sandra Troy (APP. 122)
Libraries Personnel Officer
Rutgers University Libraries
169 College Avenue
New Brunswick, NJ 08903
FAX #908-932-7637
e-mail: stroy@rci.rutgers.edu
Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is committed to affirmative action
and equal opportunity.
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From: Prendez <EstellaP@LHQSMTP.COLAPL.ORG>
ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR SOUTH STATE COOPERATIVE
LIBRARY SYSTEM
THE POSITION
The South State Cooperative Library System is a group of libraries in Los
Angeles County (California) which have agreed to work together to
provide citizens with additional services and improved services while not
giving up any local autonomy.
The System began in 1977 and has designed its services to improve
communication and delivery of information and to pursue opportunities
for creative and flexible self-sustaining joint activities which can be
achieved through cooperative effort but could not be achieved
individually.
The System serves an area of over 3,000 square miles in Los Angeles
County.
Included in the service area are over 100 community libraries and a
population of over 3,000,000. Member libraries of the South State
Cooperative Library System are: County of Los Angeles Public Library,
Palmdale City Library, Pasadena Public Library and Inglewood Public
Library.
In 1977, the State Legislature passed the California Library Services Act
(CLSA) which empowers libraries to join together in cooperative
systems. A 13 member state level board, the California Library Services
Board (CLSB), oversees implementation of the Act. A system level
citizen advisory board, the System Advisory Board, provides community
input to the Administrative Council. Fifteen System Advisory Boards
advise the Systems. South State is one of these Systems. An
Administrative Council governs each of the state-wide cooperative
systems. The Administrative Council is composed of the Library Directors
of each member library jurisdiction.
The Administrative Coordinator, South State Cooperative Library System,
reports to the Administrative Council of the System. This position is
responsible for managing, administering and coordinating library
programs, activities, and services of the South State Cooperative Library
System serving Libraries in the Los Angeles County area. The individual
must exercise a knowledge of library programs, policies, and procedures
sufficient to coordinate the programs and services of a group of
libraries, and the principles of personnel management, program planning,
and budget administration.
Skills in management, entrepreneurial tactics, business expertise, and
public relations are essential.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: 1. Master of Library Science degree and
four years progressively responsible library experience, two of which
must have been in an administrative capacity directing, coordinating
programs and services of a group of libraries, or a staff capacity
developing and coordinating system-wide technical services operations
such as cataloging, acquisitions, or government publications;
or, 2. Equivalent training and experience.
LICENSE: Valid driver's license.
REQUIREMENT INFORMATION
Administrative capacity is defined as the overall management of a
function or an organizational unit, including responsibility for the
development of procedures, budget preparation, the direction of
supervisory employees, and participation in policy formulation.
Staff capacity is defined as work performed to assist and support
administration by doing research and making recommendations to
administration for the solution of problems such as organization, use of
personnel, allocation of funds, workload and workload fluctuations, or
programs and procedures for accomplishing work objectives.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge in the areas of marketing, revenue generation, and grant
proposals.
Demonstrated awareness of emerging information technology.
Abilities: Leadership, vision, innovation, entrepreneurial skills,
confidence, motivation, sensitivity to the needs of others, and willingness
to make decisions and take risks.
SELECTION PROCESS
A two-step examination process will be used for the position of
Administrative Coordinator, South State Cooperative Library System.
Each candidate's background will be evaluated on the basis of
information submitted on the resume at the time of application to
determine the level and scope of the applicant's preparation for the
position. Those candidates with the highest qualifications, as determined
by the screening process will be invited to the examination interview
weighted 100%. Interviews will be designed to assess education,
experience, and general abilities to perform the duties of the position.
EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTATION
Verification of employment eligibility according to the Immigration Control
and Reform Act of 1986 will be required of all new employees of the
South State Library Cooperative System. Applicants will be required to
submit original documentation showing satisfactory proof of identity and
U.S. citizenship, or a legal right to work permanently in the United States.
ANNUAL SALARY
Annual salary begins at $61,964. A higher level salary may be
negotiated.
Factors such as current level of management experience and salary will
be considered.
FILING INSTRUCTIONS
Qualified persons are invited to submit their resumes detailing education
completed and positions held beginning Monday, March 17, 1997 through
Wednesday, April 16, 1997. Resumes should include the following
information:
Names and locations of schools, colleges or universities attended,
degrees earned, and dates degrees were obtained.
Name, address, and telephone number of each employer, job titles held
within the last ten years, amounts of your budget responsibilities, total
number and levels of employees supervised, scope of management
responsibilities.
Include functions managed, description of work performed and your role
in planning and performing the work, knowledge of and experience in
developing management information systems, dates of employment, and
salary earned.
Include with your resume a summary (one page or less) of a major
project for which you had direct responsibility and oversight from its
inception through implementation during the last five years. Include the
objective, planning involved, challenges faced, impact to the organization
(include budget impact), outcome, and an evaluation of the project
results.
Supplementary data may be requested if it appears necessary for the
evaluation of candidates. It is to your advantage to submit a resume with
complete information so that you will receive full credit for your related
education and experience. If your resume is incomplete, it may be
rejected at any stage of the selection process. All information supplied
by the applicants is subject to verification.
All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the
Americans with Disabilities ACT(ADA) of 1990. Disabled persons who
believe they need reasonable accommodation, or help in order to apply
for a position, may call the County of Los Angeles Public Library ADA
Coordinator at (562) 940-8477. Deaf applicants with telephone-teletype
equipment may leave typewritten messages by calling (562) 940-4155.
All candidates will be required to provide positive identification before
being admitted to the interview portion of the examination. Please
bring to the examination a valid driver's license or another form of
valid identification which has your photograph and signature
(school or business I.D. Card, building pass, professional licenses,
valid passport, etc.)
RESUMES SHOULD BE DELIVERED OR MAILED TO:
Sandra R. Smyrniotis
South State Cooperative Library System
6518 Miles Avenue, 3rd floor
Huntington Park, California 90255
