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daemon@ATHENA.MIT.EDU (Public-Access Computer Systems For)
Tue Mar 10 20:38:19 1998
Date: Tue, 10 Mar 1998 16:00:02 -0600
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1) Electronic Reference Services Librarian, Univ. of New Orleans
2) Assistant Systems Librarian, Arizona Health Sciences Library
(Univ. of Arizona)
3) Coordinator of Reference/Instructional Services, Rensselaer
Polytechnic Institute (NY)
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From: DBBLI@jazz.ucc.uno.edu
Position: Electronic Reference Services Librarian, Univ. of New Orleans
Duties: Provides leadership in the planning, selection, integrating,
evaluating, maintaining, and promotion of electronic resources in the
Reference Services Department. Identifies and promotes the use of
appropriate electronic resources including journals, databases, CD-ROM
products and Internet-based materials. Works with a team of Reference
Services Department faculty members to provide general reference
assistance, including government documents, from a central reference
desk to students, faculty, and other library users, employing
traditional and electronic reference tools. Participates in library
instruction activities, and plans and coordinates training for library
users in the use of electronic products: CD-ROM, online databases, the
Internet. Participates in collection development activities by serving
as an advisor/consultant to subject specialist librarians for
collections and services providing information in electronic format.
May serve as a bibliographer for one or more collection area.
Participates with others in planning and implementation of electronic
access to information including recommendation of
library/department policies. Reports to the Chair of the Reference
Services Department and works closely with the Library Automation unit.
Some evening and weekend duty required.
Qualifications: Required: ALA Accredited MLS; experience with electronic
information sources and services including CD-ROM products, online
services, and web-based products; knowledge of HTML and experience in
the development of World Wide Web resources; demonstrated ability to
work with technical aspects of computer software and hardware; ability
to troubleshoot problems on local workstations; ability to teach/train
new technologies; ability to communicate effectively orally and in
writing in English; self-directed learning style and willingness to
learn new technologies; knowledge of or experience in reference work;
ability to work productively with diverse groups in an urban academic
setting. Preferred: experience or familiarity with negotiating library
licenses associated with electronic technologies; experience with a
Novell and/or NT networked environment; and experience in an academic
setting.
Salary & Rank:$29,333 - $32,500 at the Assistant or Associate Librarian
rank, depending on qualifications and experience. Librarians at the
University of New Orleans are tenurable academic appointees enjoying
full faculty status and responsibilities, including teaching, research,
and service.
Fringe Benefits:Liberal vacation, sick leave, and holidays. Optional group
medical, life insurance, and health maintenance plans are available.
Participation in one of several retirement plans required.
Application: Send letter of application with resume, and names,
addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references
to:
Debra B. Bryson, Assistant to the Dean
Earl K. Long Library
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA 70148
Applications received by April 1, 1998 will be given first consideration.
The University of New Orleans is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
employer.
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From: Jeanette McCray <mccray@ahsl.arizona.edu>
ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN, SYSTEMS
The Arizona Health Sciences Library (AHSL) is seeking a Systems Librarian
to develop and support the library's integrated library system, based on
the Sirsi Unicorn software. Other responsibilities include Web
development and special Web-based projects, outreach to library staff on
new technologies, and planning and implementing technology-related
initiatives in the library. Reports to Head of Systems and Networking.
Minimum qualifications: Master's degree in Library Science, Management
Information Science or other relevant area. Interest in and knowledge of
automated information systems, the Internet and networking technologies.
Ability to work with others and communicate effectively. Basic
understanding of library operations.
Preferred qualifications: Experience working with an integrated library
system in an academic or health sciences library environment. Experience
with UNIX, Web development, networking, microcomputer hardware and
software. Evidence of desire and ability to meet university standards in
the areas of position effectiveness, scholarly activity, and service.=20
Salary: $34,921. Excellent benefits.
Position open until filled; review of applications will begin April 15,
1998.
AHSL is part of The University of Arizona and supports programs in
medicine, nursing, pharmacy, public health, allied health professions, and
the University Medical Center, as well as statewide outreach. Surrounded
by 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.=20
To apply, send application letter, CV, and the names (including contact
information) of 3 professional references to Rachael K. Anderson,
Director, Arizona Health Sciences Library, The University of Arizona, PO
Box 245079, Tucson AZ 85724-5079. The University of Arizona is an EEO/AA
Employer M/W/D/V.
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From: whiteh@rpi.edu (Heather Whitehead)
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Libraries and Information Services
Librarian: Coordinator of Reference/Instructional Services
The Rensselaer Libraries invite applications for a Coordinator of Reference
and Instructional Services to lead a team of seven librarians. The
Coordinator reports to the Director of Libraries and Information Services
and must be comfortable in a highly automated, networked environment, and
dedicated to team development and collegial interactions.
Overall responsibilities: Provides leadership on both an individual and
team basis, and supports innovative development of new reference and
instructional service models. Coordinates and implements planning efforts
and project development. Provides administrative accountability for
Reference/Instructional Services personnel and units. Supports, and
identifies resources for, initiatives consistent with the strategic plans
of the Libraries and Computing and Information Services, and with
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's priorities for curriculum development,
research, and entrepreneurial activities.
Specific responsibilities: Acts as an advocate for the
Reference/Instructional Services team, representing it on the Library
Management team. Serves as a liaison and communications channel between the
team and other library units. Manages personnel, staff development, and
performance appraisal procedures. Working closely with the Coordinator of
Collection Development and the Collection Development Council, identifies,
evaluates and selects reference tools and materials consistent with the
Libraries' model of access to distributed information resources. Keeps
current with Rensselaer's curriculum and research priorities. Coordinates
the library instruction program working closely with the Information
Services Librarian, bibliographers, and Institute faculty and
administrators, to provide traditional and electronic instruction for all
disciplines. Provides reference service, participates in instruction and
may serve as a bibliographer in an area of subject expertise. Performs
other duties as assigned, including participation on various library and
university committees and task forces.
Qualifications: Required, an ALA-accredited MLS and at least five years of
increasingly responsible professional reference and instruction experience
in an academic library. Knowledgeable in information technology. Evidence
of successful supervisory experience. Leadership qualities and team
building skills, and an established record of project management.
Excellence in organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
Established record of professional involvement. Energetic, positive, and
enthusiastic about working in the Library of the 21st Century.
Minimum salary: $35,000
Application review will begin March 16, 1998. Send letter of application,
resume, and the names of three references to Loretta Ebert, Director of
Libraries and Information Services, Folsom Library, Rensselaer Polytechnic
Institute, 110 8th Street, Troy, NY 12180-3590. Rensselaer is an AA, EEO
employer. Applications of minorities and women are strongly encouraged.
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Heather Whitehead, Science Librarian (518) 276-8324 voice
Folsom Library (518) 276-8559 FAX
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Troy, N.Y. 12180 whiteh@rpi.edu
