Collection Management Librarian

Collection Management Librarian (401160)
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Responsibilities

As a member of the Collection Management Department, and under general direction of the Coordinator, provide technological skills and computer support to assist Collection Management personnel and to develop innovative initiatives to meet challenges related to acquisitions, cataloging, and special collections.

• Work closely with Systems personnel to coordinate maintenance and troubleshooting related to the integrated library system (ILS) including ILS updates and updates/problems on staff computers.

• Help staff learn to use new software and make suggestions for applications that will increase efficiency and/or synchronize with the ILS or other systems.

• Run reports and provide statistical information when requested from Collection Management personnel.

• Work closely with Collection Management librarians on special projects.

• Maintain and enhance Collection Management web pages.

• Provide workshops and training for staff when needed.

• Assume selected collection development responsibilities.


Qualifications ALA accredited Master's Degree, demonstrated experience with an ILS system and computing applications, knowledge of technical services operations, project management skills, communication skills, customer service orientation.

Preferred: A candidate who is knowledgeable about systems and computing applications, who learns quickly, and can work with library personnel at all levels of expertise. The candidate should possess knowledge of the routine functions of technical services especially acquisitions or cataloging. Familiarity with the MARC21 record format and other metadata schema is a plus, as is experience with Voyager. Measurable skills such as knowledge of XML, HTML, CSS and languages such as SQL, PERL, PHP, and JavaScript would be helpful.

Status, Salary and Benefits: Highly competitive salary. Academic rank commensurate with qualifications. Generous benefits include fully-paid State or TIAA/CREF retirement, 24 days annual leave, 12 days sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Twelve month tenure-track appointment with faculty rank and status.

Application Procedure: All applications must be submitted online at mtsujobs.mtsu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52621. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment will be required prior to appointment. Official transcripts (not issued to student) of all college degrees and three letters of recommendation specific to the position will be required of all finalists.

Environment: Middle Tennessee State University is a Carnegie Doctoral Research Intensive University of 23,000 students located 30 miles southeast of Nashville. Middle Tennessee State University is a dynamic institution with a commitment to diversity, valuing excellent teaching and fostering initiatives in research and public service. The university library lies at the heart of the MTSU educational experience. Murfreesboro offers a rich cultural and recreational life and easy access to a variety of attractions within the state and region. Cleary Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at http://police.mtsu.edu/crime_statistics.htm

For web-based information about the Library and the Murfreesboro area, please see:
 http://library.mtsu.edu
 http://www.murfreesborotn.gov
 http://www.nashvillecvb.com


MTSU, a culturally diverse university, is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educational institution and employer. Women, ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. As a key element of student education and faculty research, the library serves at the forefront of service and fully supports the commitment to a diverse campus environment.

See the Background Statement on Diversity and Excellence at http://library.mtsu.edu/administration/diversity.php