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Positions Available
daemon@ATHENA.MIT.EDU (Public-Access Computer Systems For)
Tue Jun 9 20:24:26 1998
Date: Tue, 09 Jun 1998 18:18:52 -0500
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4 Messages, 212 Lines
1) Head of Access Services, University of Arizona
2) Information Services Librarian, University of Guelph (Ont.)
3) Business Reference Librarian, University of Notre Dame (IN)
4) Head of Cataloging, Tufts University (MA)
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From: Jeanette McCray <mccray@ahsl.arizona.edu>
Subject: Position Available - Head of Access Services - Arizona
HEAD OF ACCESS SERVICES (ASSOCIATE LIBRARIAN)
The Arizona Health Sciences Library (AHSL) is seeking a Head of Access
Services (Associate Librarian) to lead the Library's Access Services
department. Duties and responsibilities: administrative oversight of
the Loan, Interlibrary Loan, and Photocopy units; development of
electronic tools and services to improve access to AHSL resources,
either locally or from a distance; development of electronic reserves;
development of publications (print, electronic, or Web-based) that
describe or promote the library or its services/resources; continuing
development of relationships with Arizona hospitals and other health
related entities to improve access to AHSL resources and services; works
with the Systems department in managing the relevant modules of the
library's Sirsi Unicorn system; contributes to overall AHSL management
through participation in the AHSL Department Heads group. Reports to
the Deputy Director.
Minimum qualifications: Master's degree in Library/Information Sciences
or other relevant area. Three years work as a librarian in a health
sciences, academic, or life sciences library. Demonstrated writing and
leadership skills. Supervisory experience. Evidence of desire and
ability to meet university standards in the areas of position
effectiveness, scholarly activity, and service.
Preferred qualifications: experience in providing access services to
library users in an academic health sciences center or large teaching
hospital, preferably managerial; experience with an integrated library
system; Web authoring experience; record of involvement in professional
associations and/or evidence of publications or presentations.
Salary: Commensurate with experience, $45,000 minimum. Excellent
benefits.
Position open until filled; review of applications will begin July 1,
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.
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 =96 M/W/D/V.
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From: Alan Gale <agale@uoguelph.ca>
Subject: Position Vacancy -- University of Guelph Library (fwd)
The following announcement describes an exciting opportunity
with the University of Guelph Library, a member of the
TriUniversity Group of Libraries. A current knowledge of the
impact of technologies and their application in libraries is
an asset.
Currently, the TriUniversity Group is implementing a range of
shared web-based services including state-of-the-art library
system, bibliographic databases and web site.
... Alan Gale
University of Guelph Library
Guelph, Ontario CANADA
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INFORMATION SERVICES LIBRARIAN
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
The University of Guelph Library requires an innovative
professional librarian to join our Science and Technology
Information Services team. The Team is responsible for
Academic Liaison, Information Literacy, Reference, Collection
Management/Development and Community Needs Assessment in
the sciences.
The Library values service, responsiveness to user information
needs and accountability to our user community. Our team
approach stresses shared goals, participatory decision making,
and positive collaboration with the TriUniversity Group of
Libraries and our other academic partners.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent verbal and written
communication skills and the interpersonal skills required to
work with individuals and in a team environment. A current
knowledge of the impact of technologies and their application in
libraries is an asset. In addition, experience or knowledge of
the research process in an academic environment would prove
valuable in working with faculty and graduate students. This
is an academic appointment and the successful candidate will be
expected to participate in appropriate professional and scholarly
activities.
Required qualifications include an ALA accredited Master's degree
in library and information science and a Master's degree in a
discipline related to the life sciences. This position will be
filled at the Librarian I level (an entry level position). The
annual salary is $36,287 per year. Filling this position is
subject to budgetary approval.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, this
advertisement is directed to Canadian citizens and permanent
residents of Canada.
The University of Guelph is committed to an employment equity
program that includes special measures to achieve diversity
among its faculty and staff. We therefore particularly encourage
applications from qualified aboriginal Canadians, persons with
disabilities, members of visible minorities and women.
We anticipate filling this position by September 1, 1998.
Applications should be submitted by July 10, 1998:
Jim Brett, Manager, Science & Technology, Information Services
Chair of the Search Committee
c/o The Library
University of Guelph
Guelph, Ont., CANADA N1G 2W1
FAX: (519) 824-6931
E-mail: jimbrett@uoguelph.ca
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From: Doug Archer <J.D.Archer.1@nd.edu>
Subject: Position Description: Business Reference Librarian
BUSINESS REFERENCE LIBRARIAN:
The University Libraries of Notre Dame invite applications for the
position of Business Reference Librarian in Hesburgh Library. We are
seeking an individual who is creative, flexible, and enjoys the
challenges of operating in an increasingly electronic information
environment. Working collaboratively as a team with personnel from the
all-electronic Business Information Center branch, identifies and
analyzes the information needs of students and faculty from the College
of Business Administration, and develops needed services and resources.
Introduces state-of-the-art research strategies and resources to patrons,
College members and colleagues in the Reference Department. Offers
direct assistance at the general reference desk approximately 10-12
hours per week, including some evening and weekend shifts.
Reports to the Coordinator of Reference Desk Services.
For further information about the position, please consult
http://www.nd.edu/~adminoff/external.htm. An ALA-accredited MLS is
required; degree in business is preferred, with strong background in the
discipline required.
Salary and rank are open, based on qualifications and experience; minimum
for entry level is $32,000. Librarians at Notre Dame are
non-tenure-track members of the University faculty and have an excellent
benefits package, including tuition remission for dependents.
Position is open until filled. For early consideration, apply by August
1, 1998.
To apply, please send a letter, resume, and contact information for
references to: Sherry Veith, Human Resources Representative, 221 Hesburgh
Library, University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN 46556. The University of
Notre Dame is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer; women and
minorities are encouraged to apply.
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From: "Paul J. Stanton" <pstanton@emerald.tufts.edu>
Subject: Head of Cataloging, Tisch Library, Tufts University
The Tisch Library at Tufts University seeks a Head of Cataloging who will
also serve as Webmaster. The successful candidate must be a dynamic,
collaborative leader who is an outstanding manager with strong
communication skills. As cataloging services head this person must
effectively participate in library-wide planning, especially regarding
the involvement of technical services. S/he must work with four catalog
librarians to effectively manage work flow, training, and allocation of
departmental resources. Other skills include the ability to balance an
understanding of issues in cataloging with local needs in order to
establish departmental goals. An MLS from ALA-accredited institution
with minimum of 5 years experience in cataloging is required. An
understanding of AACR2R, MARC format, LC classification and LCSH,
and cataloging of all formats especially electronic resources is
desirable.
As webmaster this individual must be responsible for the maintenance and
development of the library's web pages. This person must possess web
editorial knowledge in content analysis and design, knowledge of HTML and
other web-related applications, and the ability to create access to
information. This position reports to the Director of Administration for
Information Technology Services and Libraries and manages a department of
ten staff. The department processes more than 25,000 items per year,
working with other departments to continually improve services to a
population of nearly 5000 patrons.
Applications will be accepted immediately and reviewed on a continuing
basis until the position is filled.
Send two copies of a resume and cover letter to Ray Domingo at Tufts
University, 169 Holland Street, Somerville, MA, 02144. Tufts University is
firmly committed to a policy of equal opportunity and affirmative action
employment and urges all qualified persons to consider this opportunity.
