Director for Technical Services and Technology

Director for Technical Services and Technology

Ottenheimer Library (Position # 587)

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Available September 1, 2008







The Ottenheimer Library of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR)
seeks a senior-level librarian to lead departments directly involved in the
acquisition, organization and provision of information resources in all
formats. The Director for Technical Services will provide vision for the
departments of acquisitions/serials, cataloging and information technology.
The successful candidate will develop innovative programs to facilitate
change and promote an environment of continuous improvement.



The Director of Technical Services reports directly to the Dean of the
Library and works closely with other senior leaders who have
responsibilities for Public Services, Administrative Services, and
Archive/Special Collections.



This is a faculty-status, tenure-track position. The successful candidate
will be required to meet the Library's criteria for promotion and tenure,
which include librarianship, service and scholarship/research.



Located in Little Rock, Arkansas' urban center, the University of Arkansas
at Little Rock is a state-supported metropolitan university.



PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide vision, direction and operational management for all
technical service functions (acquisitions/serials and cataloging.)
2. Supervise and evaluate Heads of Acquisitions, Cataloging and
Information Technology.
3. Coordinate technical services and IT activities and workflow with
other areas of the Library and University.
4. Coordinate and plan for technological changes in the Library;
oversee library staff responsible for maintenance and support of the
Library's on-line systems and computing equipment.
5. Participate in library-wide programs such as collection development,
assessment and strategic planning.
6. Take a leadership role, locally and nationally, in identifying and
implementing new developments in the field through active participation in
professional organizations.



REQUIREMENTS: ALA-accredited MLS; at least five years of professional
experience in a research or academic library in technical services areas
such as acquisitions, cataloging, serials, and information technology;
demonstrated understanding of academic teaching and research needs; ability
to view issues from a broad library-wide perspective; excellent
interpersonal, communication, and planning skills.





PREFERRED: Evidence of three years successful management and supervision of
librarians and paraprofessionals; experience with integrated library
systems; proven skills in the application of technology to enhance
effectiveness in technical services operations; experience with assessment
of library services, strategic planning and project management; second
advanced degree; qualifications for appointment at rank of Associate
Professor.



Library and University Environment

The Ottenheimer Library's materials budget is close to $2 million annually.
Its materials holdings include: nearly a half million monographs, 11,000
electronic books, access to over 28,000 electronic journals, 3,600 active
periodical subscriptions, over one million microforms and 115+ electronic
databases. The Library's integrated library system is Innovative
Interfaces.



Conditions of Work and Benefits

Retirement plan: TIAA-CREF

Twenty-one paid days vacation

Twelve paid holidays

Twelve days sick leave

Faculty status and rank



Salary and Rank

Commensurate with the candidate's education and experience



Submit a cover letter referencing job #587 and addressing the above
qualifications; curriculum vitae; names, addresses, telephone numbers, and
e-mail addresses for three professional references, Send materials by e-mail
to Suzanne Martin, Director of Administrative Services (csmartin@ualr.edu).
Review of applications will begin 1 September, 2008 and will continue until
the position is filled.



UALR is an equal employment opportunity affirmative action employer and
actively seeks the candidacy of minorities, women, and persons with
disabilities. Under Arkansas law, all applications are subject to
disclosure. Persons hired must have proof of legal authority to work in the
United States.