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Position Announcements
daemon@ATHENA.MIT.EDU (Public-Access Computer Systems For)
Thu May 21 20:18:30 1998
Date: Thu, 21 May 1998 13:52:13 -0500
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1) Library Director; Sterling College (KS)
2) Reference Technology Librarian; University
of San Francisco (CA)
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From: LeAnn Weller <lweller@acc.stercolks.edu>
Subject: Position Announcement
Even though today is May 20, 1998 applications are still being accepted.
Contact the Provost's Office if you have questions (316-278-4217).
LIBRARY DIRECTOR, STERLING COLLEGE: The Director of the Library provides
leadership in administering, planning and implementing strategies to enhance
services and collections, to further the use of library technologies, and to
manage effectively the library's resources. Reporting to the Provost, the
Director is a member of the faculty. Responsibilities include planning,
formulating and implementing goals and policies; managing personnel,
budgets, facilities, collections and services; preparing reports and other
analyses of library services; developing cooperation with other libraries;
and library instruction. A graduate degree from an ALA accredited
institution is required, a second master's degree in a discipline or a
doctorate is desirable. Candidates need to affirm a Christian faith;
demonstrate significant and successful administrative and teaching
experience; exhibit leadership abilities, effective interpersonal, oral and
written communication skills; commitment to the teaching library concept and
the ability to interact effectively with faculty and administrators in
promoting the mission of the library. Sterling College is a Christian,
liberal arts, 4-year college in central Kansas. Position available July 1,
1998. Send letter of application, vita, and letters of reference to Dr.
Judi Fortune, Provost, Steling College, Sterling, KS 67579 no later than May
20, 1998. e-mail: greed@acc.stercolks.edu
LeAnn Weller
Technical Services & Systems
Mabee Library
Sterling College (Box 133)
Broadway & Cooper
P.O. Box 98
Sterling, KS 67579
lweller@acc.stercolks.edu
316-278-4235 (phone)
316-278-2775 (fax)
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From: Locke Morrisey <morrisey@usfca.edu>
**This position has been crossposted to several lists. Apologies for any
duplication**
Reference Technology Librarian
The Richard A. Gleeson Library and Charles & Nancy Geschke Learning
Resource Center at the University of San Francisco is accepting
applications for the position of Reference Technology Librarian. This
position reports to the Head of the Reference and Research Services
Department. It requires a proactive, self-motivated, creative librarian
to maintain and operate all electronic services and systems in the
department and to provide leadership in shaping the future direction of
the department's use of rapidly changing technology. The current system
configuration includes a Windows NT LAN with 42 CD-ROM drives and remote
access via Citrix WinFrame software; a UNIX Solaris computer; 18 public
PC workstations on the LAN, as well as stand-alone PCs and Macs. Onsite
support is also provided to 5 regional campus libraries with PCs and
Macs. This librarian works closely with, and is the designated backup
for, the Library Systems Manager, who maintains the library's Innovative
Interfaces integrated system. In addition, the Reference Technology
librarian also works closely with the librarian who maintains the
library web site; the Kendrick Law Librarians; and the university's
Information Technology Services department. An electronic classroom is
planned for the near future. The primary responsibility of this position
is to maintain the Reference technology systems; also required is
participation in traditional Reference Desk service, including evening
and weekend service hours. This librarian may also participate in user
education programs and collection development.
Qualified applicants must have an M.L.S. from an ALA-accredited program;
must have at least 5 years of professional library experience with at
least 3 years of Reference Technology experience; must be highly service
oriented to work well with students, faculty and colleagues; must be
able to handle effectively the pressures and demands of departmental
assignments and systems problems; must demonstrate expertise in the use
of electronic resources, Internet access, client/server applications,
and microcomputer hardware and software; specifically, must have
experience working with Windows 95 and operating a Windows NT CD-ROM LAN
and preferably knowledge of Citrix WinFrame software; must have aptitude
to answer questions at a busy Reference Desk; must possess excellent
communication, leadership and interpersonal skills. Professional
development activities are encouraged and supported. Librarians are part
of a collective bargaining unit. Appointment is at the Senior Assistant
Librarian level. Minimum salary: $39,622. Salary and rank are dependent
upon qualifications.
Established as San Francisco's first institution of higher learning in
1855, the University of San Francisco presently serves 8,000 students in
the arts and sciences, business, education, nursing, law and
professional studies and seeks to offer quality education enhanced by
its location in the cultural diversity and beauty of the San Francisco
Bay Area. The University is a private Catholic and Jesuit institution
and particularly welcomes candidates who will positively contribute to
such an environment. Review of applications will begin immediately and
continue until the position is filled. Please submit a letter of
application and resume with names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail
addresses of 3 references to PERSONNEL SERVICES, UNIVERSITY OF SAN
FRANCISCO, 2130 FULTON STREET, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94117.
University of San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer. People of color and women are particularly encouraged to
apply for all positions. The University provides reasonable
accommodations to individuals with disabilities upon request.
