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Position Announcements
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Fri May 28 20:11:51 1999
Date: Fri, 28 May 1999 13:49:44 -0600
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1) Coordinator of Web and ILS Services;
University of Houston (TX) (updated salary info.)
2) 3 Positions; North Carolina State University
3) Head, Information & Access Services;
Cornell Medical Library (NY)
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From: "Thomas C. Wilson" <TWilson@UH.EDU>
Subject: POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: University of Houston
Reposted with new salary.
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT:
COORDINATOR OF WEB AND INTEGRATED LIBRARY SYSTEM SERVICES
Responsibilities: Coordinates the ongoing development and maintenance
of the University of Houston Libraries' Internet and Intranet Web services.
Oversees the operations of the Innovative Interfaces INNOPAC integrated
library system. Reports to the Head of Systems.
The Libraries are a leader in providing state-of-the-art electronic
information services. Their Electronic Publications Center has over 140
public workstations. Over 80 networked electronic information resources
are available. The Libraries publish an electronic journal (the PACS
Review) and run the PACS-L discussion list.
Qualifications: Master's degree from an ALA-accredited library school;
at least six months of work experience with Web site creation and
maintenance; and significant academic training in information
technology, including at least one high-level programming language
(or equivalent experience) required. Experience with INNOPAC
management (or other ILS management) preferred. NT and UNIX
background desirable. Ability to interact effectively with all levels of
staff. Excellent organizational, interpersonal and oral/written
communications skills. Ability to work well under pressure, and to
set/attain goals effectively.
Salary: $37,000. Comprehensive benefits package; choice of retirement
programs including TIAA-CREF; tax-deferred annuity program available;
released time to take a class up to 3 hours/week; no state or local
income tax.
Library Information: The Libraries are a member of the Association of
Research Libraries, hold over 1.8 million volumes, with a current
materials budget of $4.2 million. Total staff includes 46 professionals
and 170 support staff. Additional information available at
http://info.lib.uh.edu.
General Information: Houston is a vital force in the commerce of the
nation. It has established a flourishing cultural life rivaled by few cities
in the world. Within easy reach of the Gulf of Mexico, Houston enjoys
a low cost of living, and was recently rated third among livable North
American cities by Places Rated Almanac. For additional facts about
Houston, including information about its housing market, flourishing
arts scene, low cost of living, plus other interesting tidbits of
information, visit our Web site at: http://info.lib.uh.edu/local/houston.htm.
The University of Houston campus comprises 14 colleges and schools
offering close to 80 degree programs with an enrollment exceeding
31,000 students, 7,200 of whom are enrolled in graduate studies. This
institution is a Carnegie Research II university.
Application Deadline: Nominations or applications will be accepted
until the position is filled. Send letter of application, names of 3
references, and resume to John Lehner, Library Human Resources
Director, University of Houston Libraries, Houston, Texas 77204-2091.
THE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE
ACTION EMPLOYER. MINORITIES, WOMEN, VETERANS AND PERSONS
WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
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From: Sophia Stone <sophia_stone@ncsu.edu>
Subject: NCSU Libraries Recruiting Announcement
The NCSU Libraries is recruiting for the following positions:
LIFE SCIENCES REFERENCE LIBRARIAN (Revised-Professional Experience
Required)
The North Carolina State University Libraries invites applications an=
d
nominations for the position of Life Sciences Reference Librarian in =
the
Research and Information Services Department. By delivering
user-centered services, including 24 hour reference service, an
extensive and flexible program of user education, and support for a r=
ich
and growing array of electronic resources, the department helps the
university community discover, understand, and use information.
Responsibilities
Delivers information and research services to faculty, staff, and
students of the university. Provides general information and research
service at the reference desk, via e-mail and in consultation with
individual library users, (including during evening and weekend hours=
).
Works closely with faculty, students and staff in the College of
Agriculture and Life Sciences as a departmental liaison to determine =
and
meet service needs and program requirements. Designs and conducts
classes and seminars in research methods. Develops instructional
materials and guides in print and electronic formats. Plans responsiv=
e
and innovative client-based information services.
Qualifications
Required: ALA-accredited MLS. Minimum 3 years=92 relevant professiona=
l
experience. Demonstrated knowledge of current and emerging technolog=
ies
as they contribute to meeting the needs of researchers in an academic
community. Ability to plan, design and implement new services, projec=
ts,
and procedures. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to communic=
ate
clearly and knowledgeably, both orally and in writing. Ability to wor=
k
independently, and in a team environment. Sets priorities effectively
and can resolve competing demands in an environment of fast-paced
change. Preferred: Experience delivering information and research
services to the scientific community. Prefer bachelor=92s degree in =
a
life sciences discipline.
COLLECTION MANAGEMENT LIBRARIAN, HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
The Collection Management Department is responsible for developing th=
e
Libraries=92 collections, allocating the collections budget, formulat=
ing
collection development policies, assessing users=92 needs, and perfor=
ming
faculty liaison activities. The department, composed of seven
librarians and three support staff members, is strongly committed to
building collections that are responsive to user needs and rich in
electronic, multimedia, and traditional print resources.
Responsibilities
Provides leadership for humanities and social sciences collection
development and management. Performs as primary selector of humaniti=
es
and social sciences materials in all formats, and manages the plannin=
g,
policy development, funding, evaluation, and use of library collectio=
ns
in these subject areas. Develops and maintains client-focused
relationships with faculty and students to determine collection needs
and priorities. Serves as chair of the Humanities and Social Science=
s
Subject Team. Supervises the work of a collection development intern=
.
Directs the Libraries=92 gifts program, working closely with donors a=
nd
Special Collections.
Qualifications
Required: ALA-accredited MLS. Academic background in humanities or
social sciences. Minimum three years=92 experience with humanities a=
nd
social sciences literature and resources. Familiarity with major
collection development issues. Ability to work effectively with facu=
lty
and students. Knowledge of applications of current and emerging
technologies as they meet the needs of library clients. Understandin=
g
of scholarly communication and issues of ownership and access.
Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to communicate clearly,
knowledgeably, and personably, orally and in writing. Preferred:
Advanced degree in humanities or social sciences discipline. Minimum
three years=92 experience with humanities/social sciences collection
development.
COLLECTION MANAGEMENT LIBRARIAN, LIFE SCIENCES(Entry-Level)
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the head of Collection Management, provides
leadership for life sciences collection development and management.
Performs as primary selector of materials in botany, biology, genetic=
s,
medicine, and zoology, in all formats. Manages the planning, policy
development, funding, evaluation, and use of library collections in
these subject areas. Develops and maintains client-focused relationsh=
ips
with faculty and students in the College of Agriculture and Life
Sciences to determine collection needs and priorities. Serves as a
member of the Agriculture and Life Sciences Subject Team.
Qualifications
Required: ALA-accredited MLS. Academic background in a life sciences
discipline or significant experience with life sciences literature an=
d
resources. Ability to work effectively with faculty and students.
Knowledge of applications of current and emerging technologies as the=
y
meet the needs of library clients. Understanding of scholarly
communication and issues of ownership and access. Excellent
interpersonal skills; ability to communicate clearly, knowledgeably, =
and
personably, orally and in writing. Preferred: Advanced degree in a l=
ife
sciences discipline.
Librarians have academic status without tenure or rank. Comprehensive
benefits package. Full vacancy announcement available at Libraries we=
b
site:
www.lib.ncsu.edu/libraries/personnel/jobs/
The Libraries offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experien=
ce.
Review of applications for positions begins June 14, 1999. Applicati=
ons
accepted until position is filled. Send cover letter (including titl=
e
of position), resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers=
of
four current, professional references to: Wendy L. Scott, Office of
Personnel Services; Box 7111, NCSU Libraries; Raleigh, NC 27695-7111
North Carolina State University is dedicated to equality of opportuni=
ty
within its community.
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From: "Susan J. Barnes" <sjb5@cornell.edu>
Subject: Position at Cornell Medical Library, NYC
>Cornell Medical Library
>Head, Information & Access Services
>
>
>The Cornell Medical Library is seeking qualified applicants for the
>position of Head, Information & Access Services. This is an exciting
>opportunity for the right individual to lead a team approach to the
>delivery of a wide range of information and access services. The
>Information & Access Services Program Area is responsible for delivery of
>reference services including the mediated search service, implementation of
>expanded information service delivery via the web, management and expansion
>of the electronic reference center, provision of information support for
>the College's PBL curriculum, identification of user needs and development
>of appropriate programs to support those needs, promotion of ongoing and
>new library services, library orientation programs and user training
>including a full schedule of information management classes, and active
>guidance and support of Circulation and InterLibrary Services. The Head of
>this program area will lead a team of three librarians, four
>paraprofessionals, and 15 support staff and participate in the
>accomplishment these goals.
>
>The successful candidate will be a dynamic team-leader, creative and
>future-oriented, curious and motivated, well-organized and enthusiastic.
>This individual must be able to work both independently and collaboratively
>in a complex and rapidly changing environment. Coaching, mentoring, and
>supporting professional and career development of team members will be
>essential for continued success of the team. All library faculty are
>expected to serve on committees, participate in library planning, and be
>active professionally.
>
>The Cornell Medical Library serves the faculty, staff, and students of the
>Joan and Sanford I. Weill Medical College and Graduate School of Medical
>Sciences of Cornell University and also provides services to The New York
>Presbyterian Hospital and its network affiliates. We have a collection of
>over 170,000 volumes, a growing catalog of bibliographic and full-text
>databases, and have this year implemented the Innovative Interfaces, Inc.
>system shared with the libraries of Rockefeller University and Memorial
>Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. The library is open 108 hours per week with
>information services currently available 45 hours per week. For more
>information about the library, see http://lib2.med.cornell.edu.
>
>This is a non-tenured faculty position with senior level administrative
>responsibilities, reporting to the Associate Director. The Head,
>Information & Access Services works in close cooperation with the heads of
>the other program areas (Collection Development, Cataloging, and Computer
>Services) in the provision of library services.
>
>Required: Demonstrated management, leadership, team-building, analytical,
>and interpersonal communication skills are essential. An ALA-accredited MLS
>and a minimum of 5 years' professional library experience in progressively
>responsible administrative assignments are also required.
>
>Preferred: The proven ability to apply new technologies in information
>management and to work effectively with electronic information systems is
>highly desirable. Membership in the Academy of Health Information
>Professionals is preferred.
>
>Salary and faculty rank will be determined based on qualifications and
>experience from a minimum of $55,000, at the level of Assistant or
>Associate Librarian. The Medical College has an excellent benefits package
>including tuition reimbursement, contributions to TIAA/CREF, and several
>health plan options. This position is available immediately. Applications
>will be reviewed beginning July 31, 1999, and will be accepted until the
>position is filled. Applicants should send letter, resume, curriculum
>vitae, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of 3 references to
>Camille Campbell, Senior Administrative Assistant, Cornell Medical Library,
>1300 York Ave., New York, NY 10021-4896. Cornell University Medical
>College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against
>any employee or applicant for employment based on age, race, color,
>religion, sex, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, marital status,
>disability, citizenship or veteran status (EEO/AA/M/F/H/V).
>
>***********************
>Bob Braude
>212/746-6070
>Fax:212/746-8375
>bbraude@mail.med.cornell.edu
>***********************
