Title: Access Services Librarian
Library: Davis Memorial Library, Methodist University
City/State: Fayetteville, NC
Note: In harmony with its tradition, Methodist University takes seriously its role in the ethical and spiritual development of its students. Members of populations traditionally underrepresented in higher education are encouraged to apply. Methodist University reserves the right to authenticate academic and professional credentials and to consult public records prior to extending offers of employment.
Methodist University is situated on six hundred acres near the Carolina Sandhills golfing region, two hours from the coast, and in North Carolina’s fourth largest metropolitan area. The University serves approximately 2,100 students—1,500 in the day program and 600 in MU at Night, the university's evening and weekend program. The university offers 65 fields of study, including three masters degree programs. Additional masters degrees are under consideration. For additional information consult the university web site, http://www.methodist.edu.
Salary: This is a twelve-month non-tenure track faculty position; salary is negotiable and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Qualifications: Required: MLS from an ALA-accredited program; 1 to 2 years of professional experience in circulation or document delivery departments. Demonstrated successful management and supervisory experience including collaboration with others and teamwork. Strong oral and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal communication and training skills. Preferred: Experience in an academic library setting. Three years of professional experience in circulation or document delivery departments. Experience with the Voyager integrated library system. Familiar with e-reserves and support of distance learning students. Familiar with PHP and Javascript, webpage design and Dreamweaver.
Duties: Responsible for the daily operation of the library, responsible daily supervision of all circulation hourly staff; some weekend work for training and supervision; responsible for teaching bibliographic instruction classes (some evenings and weekends); responsible for participating in reference service 10-20 hours weekly; responsible for collection development, serve as a faculty liaison for designated departments. Participate fully in campus faculty responsibilities. Provide leadership, coordination, strategic planning, and staff supervision for unit. Coordinate fiscal and registration processes with appropriate campus offices. Manage the security and maintenance of the building in conjunction with appropriate campus departments.
Available: Position available immediately
Apply by: Applications accepted until the position is filled.
To apply: Send letter of application, resume, copies of undergraduate & graduate transcripts, and the names, telephone numbers, and current email address of three professional references to: Tracey Pearson, Methodist University, 5400 Ramsey Street, Fayetteville, NC 28311.
For additional information: Email --Tracey Pearson at tpearson@methodist.edu
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Associate Director for Collections and Technical Services
Associate Director for Collections and Technical Services
University of Central Florida Libraries, Orlando
The University of Central Florida Libraries is seeking an innovative
and experienced leader to facilitate the identification and
implementation of best practices in acquisitions, cataloging, and
collection management. The successful candidate should have significant
experience with one or more of these areas as well as strategic
planning, project management, process analysis and integrated library
management systems. The position requires strong analytical and
decision making skills, an orientation toward new and developing
practices, and an ability to achieve concrete results by motivating and
empowering staff and colleagues. A record of professional
participation, knowledge of issues and trends, and the ability to
represent the Libraries at all levels is essential. As a member of
senior management this Associate Director reports to the Director of
Libraries and plays a leadership role in library-wide planning, policy
making, and development and evaluation of services.
Responsibilities: Plans and leads implementation of traditional,
digital, and future services in acquisitions, cataloging and metadata,
serials management, electronic resources licensing, and collection
management; enhances service quality and operational efficiency; leads
two department heads, nine faculty librarians, and twenty support staff;
fosters effective working relationships with all constituents;
contributes to system-wide planning and policy making; represents the
Libraries in a wide range of consortia and partnerships at the state,
regional, and national levels.
Qualifications: Required: Masters degree from an ALA-Accredited
institution and a minimum of five years post-MLS experience managing or
supervising in an academic library. Preferred: knowledge of and
substantial operational experience in technical services, collections,
and budgeting; knowledge of appropriate information technology
applications such as Ex Libris, (ALEPH, SFX, MetaLib); knowledge of
collections and technical services automation, issues, and trends;
substantial academic library experience in progressively more
responsible positions; experience administering a major unit within a
research library; demonstrated ability to effect change; supervisory
experience and a management style that empowers others; ability to work
well with a diverse community in a collegial manner; strong analytical
and decision-making skills; experience with programming related to
library management systems; excellent interpersonal and communication
skills; ability to represent the Libraries within the University and to
external audiences at the state, regional, and national levels; record
of scholarship and professional activities.
Environment: The University of Central Florida is the nation*s 6th
largest university, enrolling over 49,000 students and offering 95
bachelor*s, 97 master*s, and 28 doctoral programs. The main UCF
library and branches have a collection of 1.8 million volumes,
subscription base of 17,000 serials, and serve as a partial depository
for government documents and patents. The total library materials
budget is $5.7 million. Full-time staffing of 130 includes 53 faculty.
For more information about the UCF Libraries see http://library.ucf.edu.
Salary and Rank: Commensurate with experience and qualifications. This
is a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position with generous
insurance benefits and employer-funded retirement options, 22 paid
annual days, 13 sick days, 9 holidays, and no state income tax.
To Apply: Review of applications will begin October 3rd and continue
until the position is filled. Submit electronically a letter of
interest, resume, and names of at least four professional references to
Frank R. Allen, search chair and Associate Director for Administrative
Services, University of Central Florida Libraries; e-mail:
fallen@mail.ucf.edu .
SEARCHES ARE CONDUCTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE STATE OF FLORIDA SUNSHINE
REGULATIONS. UCF IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
University of Central Florida Libraries, Orlando
The University of Central Florida Libraries is seeking an innovative
and experienced leader to facilitate the identification and
implementation of best practices in acquisitions, cataloging, and
collection management. The successful candidate should have significant
experience with one or more of these areas as well as strategic
planning, project management, process analysis and integrated library
management systems. The position requires strong analytical and
decision making skills, an orientation toward new and developing
practices, and an ability to achieve concrete results by motivating and
empowering staff and colleagues. A record of professional
participation, knowledge of issues and trends, and the ability to
represent the Libraries at all levels is essential. As a member of
senior management this Associate Director reports to the Director of
Libraries and plays a leadership role in library-wide planning, policy
making, and development and evaluation of services.
Responsibilities: Plans and leads implementation of traditional,
digital, and future services in acquisitions, cataloging and metadata,
serials management, electronic resources licensing, and collection
management; enhances service quality and operational efficiency; leads
two department heads, nine faculty librarians, and twenty support staff;
fosters effective working relationships with all constituents;
contributes to system-wide planning and policy making; represents the
Libraries in a wide range of consortia and partnerships at the state,
regional, and national levels.
Qualifications: Required: Masters degree from an ALA-Accredited
institution and a minimum of five years post-MLS experience managing or
supervising in an academic library. Preferred: knowledge of and
substantial operational experience in technical services, collections,
and budgeting; knowledge of appropriate information technology
applications such as Ex Libris, (ALEPH, SFX, MetaLib); knowledge of
collections and technical services automation, issues, and trends;
substantial academic library experience in progressively more
responsible positions; experience administering a major unit within a
research library; demonstrated ability to effect change; supervisory
experience and a management style that empowers others; ability to work
well with a diverse community in a collegial manner; strong analytical
and decision-making skills; experience with programming related to
library management systems; excellent interpersonal and communication
skills; ability to represent the Libraries within the University and to
external audiences at the state, regional, and national levels; record
of scholarship and professional activities.
Environment: The University of Central Florida is the nation*s 6th
largest university, enrolling over 49,000 students and offering 95
bachelor*s, 97 master*s, and 28 doctoral programs. The main UCF
library and branches have a collection of 1.8 million volumes,
subscription base of 17,000 serials, and serve as a partial depository
for government documents and patents. The total library materials
budget is $5.7 million. Full-time staffing of 130 includes 53 faculty.
For more information about the UCF Libraries see http://library.ucf.edu.
Salary and Rank: Commensurate with experience and qualifications. This
is a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position with generous
insurance benefits and employer-funded retirement options, 22 paid
annual days, 13 sick days, 9 holidays, and no state income tax.
To Apply: Review of applications will begin October 3rd and continue
until the position is filled. Submit electronically a letter of
interest, resume, and names of at least four professional references to
Frank R. Allen, search chair and Associate Director for Administrative
Services, University of Central Florida Libraries; e-mail:
fallen@mail.ucf.edu .
SEARCHES ARE CONDUCTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE STATE OF FLORIDA SUNSHINE
REGULATIONS. UCF IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Monday, September 1, 2008
ELECTRONIC RESOURCES LIBRARIAN
ELECTRONIC RESOURCES LIBRARIAN
Z. Smith Reynolds Library
http://zsr.wfu.edu
Wake Forest University seeks an energetic, service-oriented Librarian with strong communications skills to assist in managing the Z. Smith Reynolds Library’s subscription-based electronic resources. The Electronic Resources Librarian will oversee the selection, de-selection, and monitoring of information on electronic products and packages including leases, purchases, renewals, cancellations, and licenses. This Librarian will also teach a credit-bearing information literacy course. Entry-level Librarians are encouraged to apply.
The Z. Smith Reynolds Library, with a collection of over 1.9 million volumes, materials expenditures of $3.5 million, and operating budget over $7 million, serves over 4,000 students in the undergraduate College, the Calloway School of Business and Accountancy, the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, and the Divinity School of Wake Forest University.
Wake Forest University is a private, coeducational institution dedicated to academic excellence in the liberal arts, graduate and professional education. Founded in 1834, the University is ranked among the top thirty national universities. Wake Forest is a collegiate university offering a vibrant intellectual community with a rich cultural life, an impressive array of facilities and an active athletics community. From its founding, the university adopted the motto “pro humanitate” which is exemplified by a deep institutional commitment to public service and engagement with the world. For quick facts about the University, go to http://www.wfu.edu/visitors/quickfacts.html
Qualifications: Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program plus some experience or coursework in electronic resources management. Academic library experience preferred.
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Review of applicants will begin September 15th and continue until filled.
For full position description and application instructions, visit
http://www.wfu.edu/hr/careers
Wake Forest University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status.
Wake Forest University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Z. Smith Reynolds Library
http://zsr.wfu.edu
Wake Forest University seeks an energetic, service-oriented Librarian with strong communications skills to assist in managing the Z. Smith Reynolds Library’s subscription-based electronic resources. The Electronic Resources Librarian will oversee the selection, de-selection, and monitoring of information on electronic products and packages including leases, purchases, renewals, cancellations, and licenses. This Librarian will also teach a credit-bearing information literacy course. Entry-level Librarians are encouraged to apply.
The Z. Smith Reynolds Library, with a collection of over 1.9 million volumes, materials expenditures of $3.5 million, and operating budget over $7 million, serves over 4,000 students in the undergraduate College, the Calloway School of Business and Accountancy, the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, and the Divinity School of Wake Forest University.
Wake Forest University is a private, coeducational institution dedicated to academic excellence in the liberal arts, graduate and professional education. Founded in 1834, the University is ranked among the top thirty national universities. Wake Forest is a collegiate university offering a vibrant intellectual community with a rich cultural life, an impressive array of facilities and an active athletics community. From its founding, the university adopted the motto “pro humanitate” which is exemplified by a deep institutional commitment to public service and engagement with the world. For quick facts about the University, go to http://www.wfu.edu/visitors/quickfacts.html
Qualifications: Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program plus some experience or coursework in electronic resources management. Academic library experience preferred.
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Review of applicants will begin September 15th and continue until filled.
For full position description and application instructions, visit
http://www.wfu.edu/hr/careers
Wake Forest University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status.
Wake Forest University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Librarian
Librarian
(two positions available)
Nicholson Memorial Library System
Garland, Texas
Position Description: To provide quality library and information
services, professional reference, and reader's advisory services to
library users. Provide reference assistance and perform research;
provide reader's advisory; assist patrons in use of the public
computers and related software, the catalog, the Internet, and the
print management system. Plan and present library programs for adults
as assigned. Provide instructional classes on the Internet and other
electronic resources. Make presentations of library services to
outside organizations as assigned. Other duties as assigned.
Location: Garland, Texas (Dallas area)
Employer: Nicholson Memorial Library System
Type of Library: Public
Salary: See comment below
Salary Comment: $36,732.80 to $47,756.80 DOQ
Education: Master's Degree in Library Science from an American
Library Association accredited college or university. Public library
experience is preferred.
Experience:
* Knowledge of current practices in public libraries, including
reference services, reader's advisory, and library technology.
* Knowledge of electronic resources. Strongly prefer familiarity with
electronic services, including online databases and Web 2.0, or
advanced level graduate school coursework in library technology.
* Ability to work cooperatively and congenially with others.
Resourcefulness, enthusiasm, tact, judgment.
* Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously, handle
customer issues and complaints appropriately, and work closely with
others as a team.
* Have close visual acuity to preparing and analyzing
data and figures, view a computer monitor, perform extensive reading,
operate a vehicle, maintain equipment, and maintain work area
appropriately.
Contact: Gail Brigham-Payne
Send Resume to: All applications must be made through the City of
Garland www.ci.garland.tx.us website. Phone: 972-205-2475. Fax:
972-205-2706. Email: hr@ci.garland.tx.us
Telephone: 972-205-2548
Fax: 972-205-2523
Email: gbpayne@ci.garland.tx.us
Special Instructions: Valid State of Texas Class C driver's license
(two positions available)
Nicholson Memorial Library System
Garland, Texas
Position Description: To provide quality library and information
services, professional reference, and reader's advisory services to
library users. Provide reference assistance and perform research;
provide reader's advisory; assist patrons in use of the public
computers and related software, the catalog, the Internet, and the
print management system. Plan and present library programs for adults
as assigned. Provide instructional classes on the Internet and other
electronic resources. Make presentations of library services to
outside organizations as assigned. Other duties as assigned.
Location: Garland, Texas (Dallas area)
Employer: Nicholson Memorial Library System
Type of Library: Public
Salary: See comment below
Salary Comment: $36,732.80 to $47,756.80 DOQ
Education: Master's Degree in Library Science from an American
Library Association accredited college or university. Public library
experience is preferred.
Experience:
* Knowledge of current practices in public libraries, including
reference services, reader's advisory, and library technology.
* Knowledge of electronic resources. Strongly prefer familiarity with
electronic services, including online databases and Web 2.0, or
advanced level graduate school coursework in library technology.
* Ability to work cooperatively and congenially with others.
Resourcefulness, enthusiasm, tact, judgment.
* Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously, handle
customer issues and complaints appropriately, and work closely with
others as a team.
* Have close visual acuity to preparing and analyzing
data and figures, view a computer monitor, perform extensive reading,
operate a vehicle, maintain equipment, and maintain work area
appropriately.
Contact: Gail Brigham-Payne
Send Resume to: All applications must be made through the City of
Garland www.ci.garland.tx.us website. Phone: 972-205-2475. Fax:
972-205-2706. Email: hr@ci.garland.tx.us
Telephone: 972-205-2548
Fax: 972-205-2523
Email: gbpayne@ci.garland.tx.us
Special Instructions: Valid State of Texas Class C driver's license
MUSIC AND MEDIA REFERENCE LIBRARIAN
REPOSTING
MUSIC AND MEDIA REFERENCE LIBRARIAN
Howard-Tilton Memorial Library
Tulane University
The Howard-Tilton Memorial Library seeks a creative, dynamic librarian
to serve as the Music and Media specialist within the Reference
Services department. This librarian plays a key role in the library's
efforts to rebuild its world-class music collections, which were
heavily damaged by Hurricane Katrina.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Music and Media Reference Librarian is a
creative professional who participates in recovery tasks, including
the reintegration of restored music materials into our collections and
the replacement of items unable to be restored. The librarian develops
new music and media collections in both digital and print formats;
acts as bibliographer and liaison to the Music Department; and works
closely with a full-time Media Specialist who oversees the day-to-day
running of the library's Music & Media facility. He or she develops a
dynamic vision for the library's music and media collections,
following national trends, current research, and the latest practices
in the field. Reporting to the Director of Public Services, the Music
and Media Reference Librarian shares reference duties with other
librarians at a central Reference and Information Desk including some
evening and weekend duty; and participates in the library's
instruction program.
REQUIREMENTS: ALA accredited MLS; degree or significant background in
music; knowledge of music literature as evidenced by course work or
experience; 2 or more years experience in reference and instruction in
an academic library; knowledge of trends in music and media
librarianship including emerging digital audio formats; familiarity
with copyright, licensing and preservation issues; potential for
leadership in a collaborative setting; effective communication and
teaching skills; enthusiasm for an innovative and changing environment.
PREFERRED: Advanced degree in music or musicology; collection
development experience; demonstrated skill in library instruction.
ENVIRONMENT: Tulane University is an AAU/Carnegie Research I
institution with its main campus located in picturesque uptown New
Orleans. The Howard-Tilton Memorial Library is the university's main
library, which is an ARL research collection supporting programs in
the humanities, social sciences, and the sciences. Recently, the
library has been reorganizing, building its collections, and
developing an architectural plan for expanded library facilities.
During this period of dynamic change, the library seeks to build its
professional staff by recruiting talented, energetic librarians
interested in participating in the recovery of Tulane and New Orleans.
(See: http://library.tulane.edu).
COMPENSATION: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and
experience. Librarians are academic appointees. Librarians do not have
tenure or faculty rank, but in other respects receive the benefits of
faculty members.
REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS will begin immediately, and continue until the
position is filled. To apply, qualified candidates send a letter of
application, c.v., and contact information for three professional
references via email to Andrea Bacino, abacino@tulane.edu or mail to:
Andrea Bacino
Tulane University
Howard-Tilton Memorial Library
7001 Freret St. 2nd floor
New Orleans LA 70118
Tulane University is an AA/EO/ADA Employer
[Still listed on the Tulane University Libraries employment page:
http://library.tulane.edu/staff/employment.php --vln]
MUSIC AND MEDIA REFERENCE LIBRARIAN
Howard-Tilton Memorial Library
Tulane University
The Howard-Tilton Memorial Library seeks a creative, dynamic librarian
to serve as the Music and Media specialist within the Reference
Services department. This librarian plays a key role in the library's
efforts to rebuild its world-class music collections, which were
heavily damaged by Hurricane Katrina.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Music and Media Reference Librarian is a
creative professional who participates in recovery tasks, including
the reintegration of restored music materials into our collections and
the replacement of items unable to be restored. The librarian develops
new music and media collections in both digital and print formats;
acts as bibliographer and liaison to the Music Department; and works
closely with a full-time Media Specialist who oversees the day-to-day
running of the library's Music & Media facility. He or she develops a
dynamic vision for the library's music and media collections,
following national trends, current research, and the latest practices
in the field. Reporting to the Director of Public Services, the Music
and Media Reference Librarian shares reference duties with other
librarians at a central Reference and Information Desk including some
evening and weekend duty; and participates in the library's
instruction program.
REQUIREMENTS: ALA accredited MLS; degree or significant background in
music; knowledge of music literature as evidenced by course work or
experience; 2 or more years experience in reference and instruction in
an academic library; knowledge of trends in music and media
librarianship including emerging digital audio formats; familiarity
with copyright, licensing and preservation issues; potential for
leadership in a collaborative setting; effective communication and
teaching skills; enthusiasm for an innovative and changing environment.
PREFERRED: Advanced degree in music or musicology; collection
development experience; demonstrated skill in library instruction.
ENVIRONMENT: Tulane University is an AAU/Carnegie Research I
institution with its main campus located in picturesque uptown New
Orleans. The Howard-Tilton Memorial Library is the university's main
library, which is an ARL research collection supporting programs in
the humanities, social sciences, and the sciences. Recently, the
library has been reorganizing, building its collections, and
developing an architectural plan for expanded library facilities.
During this period of dynamic change, the library seeks to build its
professional staff by recruiting talented, energetic librarians
interested in participating in the recovery of Tulane and New Orleans.
(See: http://library.tulane.edu).
COMPENSATION: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and
experience. Librarians are academic appointees. Librarians do not have
tenure or faculty rank, but in other respects receive the benefits of
faculty members.
REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS will begin immediately, and continue until the
position is filled. To apply, qualified candidates send a letter of
application, c.v., and contact information for three professional
references via email to Andrea Bacino, abacino@tulane.edu or mail to:
Andrea Bacino
Tulane University
Howard-Tilton Memorial Library
7001 Freret St. 2nd floor
New Orleans LA 70118
Tulane University is an AA/EO/ADA Employer
[Still listed on the Tulane University Libraries employment page:
http://library.tulane.edu/staff/employment.php --vln]
INSTRUCTION LIBRARIAN
REPOSTING
INSTRUCTION LIBRARIAN
EARL K. LONG LIBRARY
UNIVERSITY OF NEW ORLEANS
RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop, implement, promote, and evaluate a program
for integrating library research skills into the university
curriculum. Coordinate, organize, and present classroom-based and
other group library instruction for a wide variety of user groups, in
conjunction with librarians, teaching faculty, and other partners.
Provide support and professional development for other librarians and
staff involved in instruction, including providing workshops on
improving teaching effectiveness, developing instruction tools, and
using instruction equipment. Prepare print and web-based instructional
materials and handouts for general-interest print and electronic
resources and library services. Evaluate library instruction
activities and compile, analyze, and report relevant statistics.
Provide reference services as part of the scheduled desk rotation
including nights and weekends. May participate in Collection
Development activities as a bibliographer or other capacity.
Participate in the work of internal committees and working groups as
required.
REQUIREMENTS: ALA-accredited MLS degree; Web design and instructional
technology skills; Proficiency in the use of computer applications for
teaching and learning.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated teaching ability; ability to work
well as a team leader and team member, as well as independently;
strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills;
Ability to work collegially and productively with diverse groups in an
urban academic setting; Ability to adapt to rapidly changing
technologies and environments.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Instruction/reference experience in an
academic library; instructional design background; participant in ACRL
Information Literacy Immersion Program.
SALARY: This is a tenure-track 12-month academic faculty position at
the Assistant Librarian rank. Salary: $ 45,000, plus benefits. The
University of New Orleans, a member of the Louisiana State University
System, is the state's urban research university. Vacation, sick
leave, and holidays; state or optional retirement plans available;
choice of health plan options.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Applications may be submitted by mail to the
address below, or electronically to: nmukherj@uno.edu . Applications
should include a cover letter addressing position qualifications, a
complete and current vitae, and contact information (including
telephone and email addresses) for three professional references.
Ms. Norma Mukherjee, Assistant to the Dean
Earl K. Long Library
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA 70148
The University of New Orleans is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer.
[Still listed on the UNO Libraries employment page:
http://library.uno.edu/about/jobs/job.html --vln]
INSTRUCTION LIBRARIAN
EARL K. LONG LIBRARY
UNIVERSITY OF NEW ORLEANS
RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop, implement, promote, and evaluate a program
for integrating library research skills into the university
curriculum. Coordinate, organize, and present classroom-based and
other group library instruction for a wide variety of user groups, in
conjunction with librarians, teaching faculty, and other partners.
Provide support and professional development for other librarians and
staff involved in instruction, including providing workshops on
improving teaching effectiveness, developing instruction tools, and
using instruction equipment. Prepare print and web-based instructional
materials and handouts for general-interest print and electronic
resources and library services. Evaluate library instruction
activities and compile, analyze, and report relevant statistics.
Provide reference services as part of the scheduled desk rotation
including nights and weekends. May participate in Collection
Development activities as a bibliographer or other capacity.
Participate in the work of internal committees and working groups as
required.
REQUIREMENTS: ALA-accredited MLS degree; Web design and instructional
technology skills; Proficiency in the use of computer applications for
teaching and learning.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated teaching ability; ability to work
well as a team leader and team member, as well as independently;
strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills;
Ability to work collegially and productively with diverse groups in an
urban academic setting; Ability to adapt to rapidly changing
technologies and environments.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Instruction/reference experience in an
academic library; instructional design background; participant in ACRL
Information Literacy Immersion Program.
SALARY: This is a tenure-track 12-month academic faculty position at
the Assistant Librarian rank. Salary: $ 45,000, plus benefits. The
University of New Orleans, a member of the Louisiana State University
System, is the state's urban research university. Vacation, sick
leave, and holidays; state or optional retirement plans available;
choice of health plan options.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Applications may be submitted by mail to the
address below, or electronically to: nmukherj@uno.edu . Applications
should include a cover letter addressing position qualifications, a
complete and current vitae, and contact information (including
telephone and email addresses) for three professional references.
Ms. Norma Mukherjee, Assistant to the Dean
Earl K. Long Library
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA 70148
The University of New Orleans is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer.
[Still listed on the UNO Libraries employment page:
http://library.uno.edu/about/jobs/job.html --vln]
Head, Acquisitions Department
REPOSTING
Head, Acquisitions Department
Technical Services Division
Howard-Tilton Memorial Library
Tulane University
Reports To: Director, Technical Services Division
Hours: Full-time, Monday through Friday
Salary/Benefits: Rank and salary commensurate with experience, minimum
Librarian II.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Head of Acquisitions is a creative and team-oriented professional
who oversees acquisitions functions for an ARL-level library with an
annual materials budget of approximately $6 million. This positions
reports directly to the library's Director of Technical Services and
is oversees seven paraprofessional staff members. Responsibilities
includes management of serials and monographs acquisitions, ordering
and invoicing for digital resources, processing and tracking fund
expenditures, vendor relations, and staff supervision. Acquisitions is
a key function in the library and this department head works
collaboratively with many other librarians outside the Technical
Services Division including some 20 bibliographers for the general
collections and those purchasing materials for special collections.
The Howard-Tilton Memorial Library is a rapidly changing environment
and its Head of Acquisitions is expected to develop expertise with
emerging technologies and lead and/or participate in innovative
library projects.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required: ALA-accredited MLS; minimum 3 years library acquisitions
experience with increasingly responsible work assignments and
supervisory responsibilities; ability to multitask and manage detail;
strong oral and written communication skills; strong critical thinking
skills; accounting experience; experience with vendor relations;
knowledge of ILS systems and EDI; potential for leadership in a
collaborative setting; productive attitude and enthusiasm for an
innovative and changing environment.
Preferred: Acquisitions experience in a mid-to-large academic or
research library.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Planning: With the Head of Cataloging and Head of Database Management,
the Head of Acquisitions assists the Director of Technical Services as
a member of the Technical Services Division's management team for
planning and coordination of general technical services work and
special projects.
Oversight of acquisitions functions: Oversees ordering, invoicing, and
receiving for all materials; ensures that orders are placed with
appropriate vendors and materials received in a timely manner; reviews
orders on a rotating schedule; reviews and approves purchasing card
purchases.
Processing ordering and invoicing for electronic databases: Ensures
accurate and efficient processing of orders and invoices for digital
resources and works closely with the Associate Dean, the Digital
Services Department, and the Electronic Management Resources
Department on matters pertaining to licensing and access.
Oversight of budget and funds: Monitors collections budget
expenditures in the library's ILS system (Ex Libris Voyager) and is
responsible for all acquisitions payments and vendor relations, for
budget reconciliation at the University level, and for overseeing the
fiscal year close. Prepares for the next fiscal year by distributing
fund allocations within the ILS as directed.
Vendor relations: Represents the library in communications with
vendors regarding purchases and payments; ensures vendor statements
are promptly reviewed and unpaid invoices are secured, reviewed and
paid; selects vendors through knowledge of trends in acquisitions;
monitors vendor performance and makes recommendations for changes as
necessary.
Staffing: Supervises and reviews acquisitions personnel. Assists in
hiring new personnel in the event of vacancies.
Financial Responsibility: Yes. Oversees expenditures of approximately
$6M annually.
Supervisory Responsibility: Yes.
Is this position at risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens? No
REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS will begin immediately, and continue until the
position is filled. Qualified candidates submit a letter of
application, résumé, and the names of three professional references.
Applications may also be submitted electronically to abacino@tulane.edu.
Howard-Tilton Memorial Library
Attn: Andrea Bacino
Tulane University
7001 Freret St
New Orleans, LA 70118
Tulane University is an ADA/AA/EO employer.Women, minorities and
veterans are encouraged to apply.
[Still listed on the Tulane University Libraries employment page:
http://library.tulane.edu/staff/employment.php --vln]
Head, Acquisitions Department
Technical Services Division
Howard-Tilton Memorial Library
Tulane University
Reports To: Director, Technical Services Division
Hours: Full-time, Monday through Friday
Salary/Benefits: Rank and salary commensurate with experience, minimum
Librarian II.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Head of Acquisitions is a creative and team-oriented professional
who oversees acquisitions functions for an ARL-level library with an
annual materials budget of approximately $6 million. This positions
reports directly to the library's Director of Technical Services and
is oversees seven paraprofessional staff members. Responsibilities
includes management of serials and monographs acquisitions, ordering
and invoicing for digital resources, processing and tracking fund
expenditures, vendor relations, and staff supervision. Acquisitions is
a key function in the library and this department head works
collaboratively with many other librarians outside the Technical
Services Division including some 20 bibliographers for the general
collections and those purchasing materials for special collections.
The Howard-Tilton Memorial Library is a rapidly changing environment
and its Head of Acquisitions is expected to develop expertise with
emerging technologies and lead and/or participate in innovative
library projects.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required: ALA-accredited MLS; minimum 3 years library acquisitions
experience with increasingly responsible work assignments and
supervisory responsibilities; ability to multitask and manage detail;
strong oral and written communication skills; strong critical thinking
skills; accounting experience; experience with vendor relations;
knowledge of ILS systems and EDI; potential for leadership in a
collaborative setting; productive attitude and enthusiasm for an
innovative and changing environment.
Preferred: Acquisitions experience in a mid-to-large academic or
research library.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Planning: With the Head of Cataloging and Head of Database Management,
the Head of Acquisitions assists the Director of Technical Services as
a member of the Technical Services Division's management team for
planning and coordination of general technical services work and
special projects.
Oversight of acquisitions functions: Oversees ordering, invoicing, and
receiving for all materials; ensures that orders are placed with
appropriate vendors and materials received in a timely manner; reviews
orders on a rotating schedule; reviews and approves purchasing card
purchases.
Processing ordering and invoicing for electronic databases: Ensures
accurate and efficient processing of orders and invoices for digital
resources and works closely with the Associate Dean, the Digital
Services Department, and the Electronic Management Resources
Department on matters pertaining to licensing and access.
Oversight of budget and funds: Monitors collections budget
expenditures in the library's ILS system (Ex Libris Voyager) and is
responsible for all acquisitions payments and vendor relations, for
budget reconciliation at the University level, and for overseeing the
fiscal year close. Prepares for the next fiscal year by distributing
fund allocations within the ILS as directed.
Vendor relations: Represents the library in communications with
vendors regarding purchases and payments; ensures vendor statements
are promptly reviewed and unpaid invoices are secured, reviewed and
paid; selects vendors through knowledge of trends in acquisitions;
monitors vendor performance and makes recommendations for changes as
necessary.
Staffing: Supervises and reviews acquisitions personnel. Assists in
hiring new personnel in the event of vacancies.
Financial Responsibility: Yes. Oversees expenditures of approximately
$6M annually.
Supervisory Responsibility: Yes.
Is this position at risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens? No
REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS will begin immediately, and continue until the
position is filled. Qualified candidates submit a letter of
application, résumé, and the names of three professional references.
Applications may also be submitted electronically to abacino@tulane.edu.
Howard-Tilton Memorial Library
Attn: Andrea Bacino
Tulane University
7001 Freret St
New Orleans, LA 70118
Tulane University is an ADA/AA/EO employer.Women, minorities and
veterans are encouraged to apply.
[Still listed on the Tulane University Libraries employment page:
http://library.tulane.edu/staff/employment.php --vln]
SYSTEMS LIBRARIAN
REPOSTING
SYSTEMS LIBRARIAN
EARL K. LONG LIBRARY
UNIVERSITY OF NEW ORLEANS
RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides leadership for the planning, support, and
utilization of the library's ILS and electronic resources, as a member
of the Technology Department, and serves as the library's liaison to
LOUIS, the Louisiana Library Network consortium and other information
technology partners.Works with Sirsi Team to manage the functions and
upgrades of the library's integrated library system; Serves on
appropriate teams to facilitate the use of the ILS and technology in
the library; Implements new technologies to improve library workflow
and benefit all library users; May serve as a subject specialist and
liaison to designated academic departments; Collaborates with the
Services, Resources, and the Special Collections Departments, as well
as University Computing, on matters of mutual interest and
responsibility; Works with and participates as appropriate on other
teams and committees at the department, library, and university level
and within the profession
REQUIREMENTS: ALA-accredited MLS degree; Minimum of 2 years of recent
experience managing and administering library systems, including a
major integrated library system; Demonstrated knowledge of relevant
programming languages including Visual Basic
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Excellent communication and interpersonal
skills both orally and in writing; Ability to meet the requirements of
promotion and tenure for the LSU system.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience administering a SirsiDynix library
system; Background in computer science or a related field;
Demonstrated knowledge of emerging library 2.0 technologies; Knowledge
of ASP.NET, PHP, SQL, HTML, CSS, and javascript; Experience in
collection development and instruction; Experience working in a team
environment; Experience working with vendors and consortia.
SALARY: Tenure-track 12 month academic faculty position at Assistant
Librarian rank. Salary: $45,000 plus benefits.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Applications may be submitted by mail to the
address below, or electronically to: nmukherj@uno.edu . Applications
should include a cover letter addressing position qualifications, a
complete and current vitae, and contact information (including
telephone and email addresses) for three professional references.
Ms. Norma Mukherjee, Assistant to the Dean
Earl K. Long Library
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA 70148
The University of New Orleans is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer.
[Still listed on the UNO Libraries employment page:
http://library.uno.edu/about/jobs/job.html --vln]
__._,_.___
SYSTEMS LIBRARIAN
EARL K. LONG LIBRARY
UNIVERSITY OF NEW ORLEANS
RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides leadership for the planning, support, and
utilization of the library's ILS and electronic resources, as a member
of the Technology Department, and serves as the library's liaison to
LOUIS, the Louisiana Library Network consortium and other information
technology partners.Works with Sirsi Team to manage the functions and
upgrades of the library's integrated library system; Serves on
appropriate teams to facilitate the use of the ILS and technology in
the library; Implements new technologies to improve library workflow
and benefit all library users; May serve as a subject specialist and
liaison to designated academic departments; Collaborates with the
Services, Resources, and the Special Collections Departments, as well
as University Computing, on matters of mutual interest and
responsibility; Works with and participates as appropriate on other
teams and committees at the department, library, and university level
and within the profession
REQUIREMENTS: ALA-accredited MLS degree; Minimum of 2 years of recent
experience managing and administering library systems, including a
major integrated library system; Demonstrated knowledge of relevant
programming languages including Visual Basic
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Excellent communication and interpersonal
skills both orally and in writing; Ability to meet the requirements of
promotion and tenure for the LSU system.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience administering a SirsiDynix library
system; Background in computer science or a related field;
Demonstrated knowledge of emerging library 2.0 technologies; Knowledge
of ASP.NET, PHP, SQL, HTML, CSS, and javascript; Experience in
collection development and instruction; Experience working in a team
environment; Experience working with vendors and consortia.
SALARY: Tenure-track 12 month academic faculty position at Assistant
Librarian rank. Salary: $45,000 plus benefits.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Applications may be submitted by mail to the
address below, or electronically to: nmukherj@uno.edu . Applications
should include a cover letter addressing position qualifications, a
complete and current vitae, and contact information (including
telephone and email addresses) for three professional references.
Ms. Norma Mukherjee, Assistant to the Dean
Earl K. Long Library
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA 70148
The University of New Orleans is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer.
[Still listed on the UNO Libraries employment page:
http://library.uno.edu/about/jobs/job.html --vln]
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