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Position: Coordinator, Science Library; SUNY-Albany (NY)
daemon@ATHENA.MIT.EDU (Public-Access Computer Systems For)
Fri Jan 29 20:01:50 1999
Date: Fri, 29 Jan 1999 14:37:15 -0500
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From: "Roger D. Gifford, University at Albany Libraries, SUNY"
<RDG28@cnsvax.albany.edu>
Subject: SEARCH EXTENDED - Coordinator, Science Library, University at Albany,
SUNY
VACANCY NOTICE
POSITION: Coordinator, Science Library
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Science Library Coordinator provides
leadership, administration and ensures the effectiveness of
the services and operations of the Science Library and the
Library Storage Facility. The Coordinator plans, designs,
implements and evaluates electronic initiatives in
cooperation with library and information systems
colleagues, faculty and staff and works in a collaborative
mode with a team-centered approach to problem-solving. As
a member of the Library Policy Group, the Science Library
Coordinator shares responsibility for developing and
implementing the mission and goals and broad policy
directions of the University Libraries and coordinating
initiatives with Assistant Directors and library managers.
With the senior administrative team, participates in
leading the dynamic process of change in the transition to
the digital library in a networked research environment.
Reports to the Dean & Director of Libraries. Research,
publication and service to the Libraries, university and
profession are expected to satisfy criteria for continuing
appointment and promotion.
In addition, the Science Library Coordinator provides
information and research strategy consultation for
individual library users; serves as one of a team of
network navigators and full-text experts for scientific
electronic resources and Science Library staff instructor;
provides individual and group instruction in use of these
resources; works with subject consultants, faculty and
students to develop instructional materials and services.
The Coordinator evaluates and/or develops appropriate
software interface for access tools and serves as Science
Library liaison with the Library Systems Department.
Participation in evening and weekend assignments will be
expected.
QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Graduate degree in librarianship
from an ALA-accredited institution or foreign equivalent.
Demonstrated successful experience in exercising leadership
and management responsibilities in research libraries;
broad knowledge of and proven expertise in public services,
particularly in a digital/electronic environment; excellent
teaching and communication skills; demonstrated analytical,
interpersonal and supervisory skills; demonstrated ability
to manage change. Desired: undergraduate degree in one of
the science disciplines served by the library (biology,
geology, etc.); experience in working in a science research
library, working with information and networked
technologies, and designing and creating web sites and
pages.
SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience. Salary
minimum: Associate Librarian, $55,000.
TERMS & BENEFITS: Twelve month appointment; sick leave and
annual leave @ 1.25 days each per month; health insurance,
major medical or Health Maintenance Organization. Social
Security coverage. TIAA/CREF or New York State Teachers
Retirement available (employee contribution rate = 3%).
CAMPUS & COMMUNITY:The University at Albany is the oldest
state chartered public institution of higher education in
New York. Established in 1844, Albany celebrated its
sesquicentennial in 1994. Designated as a University
Center of the State University of New York, Albany has a
broad mission of undergraduate and graduate education,
research and public service. More than 16,000 students are
enrolled in the eight degree-granting schools and colleges
of the University, which is noted for its achievement of
both diversity and excellence.
The Albany area provides a wide range of cultural and
recreational opportunities. The University is located in
New York's Capital Region, 150 miles north of New York
City, 150 miles west of Boston. The Capital Region has a
population of approximately 750,000.
APPLY TO: Christine M. Travis, Library Personnel Officer
University Libraries - UL-112
University at Albany
State University of New York
1400 Washington Avenue
Albany, New York 12222
DEADLINE: Review of letters of application and resumes will
begin February 26, 1999. Please include the names,
addresses, and phone numbers of three references that may
be contacted.
THE UNIVERSITY AT ALBANY IS AN EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Roger D. Gifford
Head, Library Systems
University at Albany Libraries, SUNY
(518) 442-3595 Fax: (518) 442-3567
Email: rdg28@cnsvax.albany.edu
