ACRL News Issue (B) of College & Research Libraries C&RL News ■ February 2001/ 233 Career opportunities C L A S S I F I E D Ads from across the country D e a d lin e s: O rd e rs fo r re g u la r c la ssifie d a d v e rtis e m e n ts must reach th e A C R L o ffic e on o r b e fo re the s e co n d o f the month p re ce d in g p u b lication o f the is s u e (e.g ., S e p te m b e r 2 fo r th e O ctobe r issue). S h o u ld th is date fall o n a w e e ke n d or holiday, a ds w ill be a c ce p te d on th e n e xt b u s in e s s day. Late job listings will be acce p te d on a s p a c e -a v a ila b le b a sis after the se con d o f th e m onth. Rates: C lassifie d a d v e rtis e m e n ts a re $ 9 .7 5 per line fo r institutions th a t a re A C R L m em bers, $1 1 .8 5 fo r others. Late job notices are $2 2 .7 0 p e rlin e fo r in stitu tio n s th a t a re A C R L members, $2 7 .5 0 fo r others. O rg a n iz a tio n s su b m ittin g a ds will be charged according to th e ir m em bership status. Display ad rates range fro m $ 45 0 to $840 based upon size . Ple ase call fo r s iz e s and rates. O r see o u r W eb s ite: http :// w w w .a la .o rg /a crl/a d ve rt2 .h tm l. G u id e lin e s : F o r a d s th a t lis t a n a p p lica tio n d e a d lin e , w e suggest th a t d a te be no s o o n e r th a n th e 20th d a y o f the month in wh ich the notice ap p e a rs (e.g ., O c to b e r 2 0 f o r the O ctober issue). A ll jo b a n n o u n c e m e n ts s h o u ld inclu de a salary range p e r policy o f th e A m e ric a n Lib ra ry A sso c ia tio n (ALA). J o b a n n o u n c e m e n ts w ill be e d ite d to e xclu d e d is c rim in a to ry re fe re n ce s. A p p lic a n ts sh ou ld be aw a re th a t the te rm s fa cu lty rank and status v a ry in m e aning am o n g in stitu tio n s. In te r n e t: C&RL News c la ssifie d ad s are ac c e s s ib le on the W eb at h ttp ://w w w .a la .o rg /a c rl/c & rln e w 2 .h tm l. A d s w ill be pla ced a p p ro xim a te ly 2 - 3 w e e ks b e fo re the prin te d ed ition of C&RL News is p u b lished. C o n t a c t: Elise Parker, C la ssifie d A d v e rtis in g M anager, C&RL News C la ssifie d A d ve rtisin g D e p a rtm e n t, AC R L, A m e rica n L ib ra ry A s so cia tio n , 5 0 E. Hu ron S t., Ch icago, IL 606 1 1 -2 7 9 5 ; (312) 280 -2 5 1 3 ; fax: (312) 28 0 -7 6 6 3 or (312) 280 -2 5 2 0 ; e-m ail: c & rln e w sa d s@ a la .o rg . P o lic y : ALA policy requires th a t organizations recruiting through ALA publications o r placement services com ply with ALA anti-discrimination policies. Policy 54.3 states th a t “ALA is c om m itted to equality of opportunity fo r all library em ploy­ ees or applicants fo r em ploym ent, regardless o f race, color, creed, sex, age, physical o r mental handicap, individual life­ style, or national origin." By advertising through ALA ser­ vices, the organization agrees to com ply with this policy. PO SITIONS OPEN ACADEMIC TECHNOLOGY LIBRARIAN AND ASSISTANT PRO­ FESSOR. Luther College, Decorah, Iowa. Tenure-eligible position as Academic Technology Librarian and Assistant Professor beginning late August 2001. Master’s degree from an A LA-accredited program re­ quired. Also Required: two years’ experience in an academic o r compa­ rable setting; experience with instruction design and relevant computer technologies; strong interest in information architecture, information lit­ eracy , and improving teaching/learning through technology; effective oral/ written comm unication and teaching skills; and ability to work independently and as a team member. Duties include assisting faculty in integrating new academic technology for teaching/learning, evaluating and recommend ing instructional information technology fo r use/purchase, promoting instructional design resources/services to faculty, assessing the impact of technology use in teaching/learning, providing library general reference service, participating as an aclive faculty member, and meeting all obliga tions fo r tenure/promotion. We seek a can did ate who has an interest in undergraduate education in the context o f a Lutheran liberal arts college. Women and members of ethnic minority g roups are encouraged to apply. Review of applications begins March 1, 2001, and continues until the position is filled. Send letter o f application, curriculum vitae, names, addresses, and e-mail addresses o f three references, and official under­ graduate and graduate school transcripts to: Jane Kemp, Chair, Search Committee, Preus Library, Luth er C ollege, Decorah, IA 52101. Tele­ phone: (319) 387-1195; e-mail :kempjane@ I uther.edu. An equal opportu nity employer. ACCESS SERVICES LIB RARIAN. Manages main library circulation, interlibrary loan, document delivery, and reserves (electronic and tradi­ tional); participates in reference and instruction. Twelve-month faculty position, reporting to Dean of Library. Requirements: ALA-accredited MLS. Minimum one to three years in auto mated Iibrary circulation and/or interlibrary loan. Familiarity with III circulation and electronic reserves and ARI EL preferred. Significant supervisory experience; demonstrable knowl­ edge of microcomputers; strong service orientation. Send résumé and three recent professional references by March 30,2001, to: Carol Caetans, Employment Specialist, Roger W illiam s U n iversity, One Old Ferry Road, Bristol, Ri 02809. Equal opportunity employer. ASSISTANT ARCHIVIST. Autry Museum of Western Heritage seeks energetic, outgoing person fo r position in archives. Good opportunity for person interested in building a career in special collections and archives management. Researches and catalogs primary source materials on the American West, including manuscripts, personal papers, maps, photo­ graphs, and visual ephemera. Position will include training to use our online databases. MLS or MA in American history o r a related field. Archives training and some experience in a research library o r archives required. Knowledge of EAD, USMARC coding, and AACR2 cataloging preferred. Anticipated starting salary in the mid $30s. The Autry Museum is an active EOE, Please send letter of application and résumé to: Attn.: Human Salary guide Listed below are the latest minimum starting salary figures recommended by state library associations for professional library posts in these states. The recommendations are advisory only, and ALA has not adopted recommendations for minimum salaries. Job seekers and employers should consider these recommended minimums when evaluating professional vacancies. For additional information on librarian salaries, contact ALA Office for Library Personnel Resources. Connecticut $34,172 Delaware $22,500** Illinois $30,096* Indiana varies* Iowa $23,911 Louisiana $22,000 Maine varies* Massachusetts $31,362* New Jersey $33,785 North Carolina $27,641** Ohio $25,198** Pennsylvania $28,120* Rhode Island $29,800 South Carolina varies* South Dakota $22,000 Texas $28.000 Vermont $26,464 West Virginia $22,000 W isconsin $32,240 * Rather than establish one statewide salary minimum, some state associations have adopted a form ula based on variables such as comparable salaries fo r public school teachers in each community, or the grade level o f a professional librarian post. In these cases, you may wish to contact the state association for minimum salary information. **These re commendations apply only to public librarians. Resources, A u try Museum of W estern Heritage, 4700 Western Heri­ tage Way, Los Angeles, CA90027-1462. Interested applicants may contact the Resea rch Center at: rroom@ autry-museum.org for further informa­ tion. Apply by March 5 , 2001. CATALO G ER. Assistant Professor, Te nu re Leading. General lnforma tion: The University o f Nebraska-Lincoln is Nebraska's only land-grant University and its major comprehensive institution of higher education. A Carnegie Research I institution, the University offers 36 doctoral pro- http://www.ala.org/acrl/advert2.html http://www.ala.org/acrl/c&rlnew2.html ala.org luther.edu 234 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 HEAD OF THE MUSIC LIBRARY AND LIBRARIAN FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Kent State University Kent State University Libraries and Media Services invites applications for the position of Head of the Hugh A. Glauser Music Library and Librarian for the Performing Arts. The Library serves the School of Music, which offers degrees through the doctoral level. It is one of six branch libraries on campus, and the librarian reports to the Director of Library Information Services. The collection consists of approximately 65,000 books, scores, videos, and sound recordings on compact disc, LP, and cassette. More information on the Library is available at: http://www.library.kent.edu/ branches/music/. The successful candidate will manage the programs and daily operations of the Music Library and serve as liaison to the Schools of Music and of Theater and Dance. This includes setting a direction forthe development of services, instructional outreach, and collection management that support the Libraries’ strategic plan. Specific responsibilities include: provision of direct reference service; supervision, training, and evaluation of one FTE support staff and student employees; promotion of information literacy through formal and informal instruction; development of the collection in all formats; and creation and maintenance of a robust Web presence for the Library. The successful candidate will have knowledge of or interest in investigating the digital delivery of services such as electronic reserves or audio streaming where applicable. The librarian in this position participates in the governance of the Libraries and serves on the Branch Librarians’ Council, in addition to other various library and university committees. ENVIRONMENT: The Kent State U n ive rsity Lib ra rie s are a m em ber of the A sso cia tio n of Research Libraries and the Center for Research Libraries and have a collection of over 2 million volumes. The Libraries are a founding member of OCLC and of OhioLINK (http://www.ohiolink.edu), the statewide information system. Innovative Interfaces is used for the integrated library system. SALARY AND STATUS: $40,333.00. Faculty status, Assistant Professor rank. Tenure-track, 12-month faculty position. BENEFITS: Generous health benefits. Annual research leave. Support for professional development. REQUIREDQUALIFICATIONS: MLS from an ALA-accredited program; undergraduate or graduate degree in music; knowledge of the music literature and cataloging protocols; familiarity with a broad range of electronic resources, including OPACs, CD-ROMs, Internet, Web; strong public service orientation; effective interpersonal and communication skills; flexibility and initiative; ability and interest in fulfilling requirements of job performance, scholarship, and service to meet tenure and promotion requirements. PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONS: Supervisory experience; academic research library experience; advanced degree in relevant discipline; working knowledge of German, French, or Italian; collection development experience; experience with Web development. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send a letter of application addressing the required qualifications, résumé, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references to: Mark W. Weber Dean, Libraries and Media Services Kent State University P.O.Box 5190 Kent, OH 44242-0001 Fax: (330) 672-4811 DEADLINE: March 2, 2001. Kent State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Applications from members of protected classes are encouraged. Consult the Libraries and Media Services Web site for more information (http://www. library, kent. edu). http://www.library.kent.edu/ http://www.ohiolink.edu C&RL News ■ February 2001/ 235 Associate Dean of Libraries P O S IT IO N Applicant should be a leader with knowledge of library administrative matters and will serve as deputy to the Dean of Libraries in overall management, planning, and decision-making. T h e library management team of the Dean and Associate Dean will offer broad leadership in academic and professional issues, with the in tro d u c tio n o f new technology and organizational development to dedicated library faculty and staff. T h e salary range is $48,000- $ 6 4 ,0 0 0 , w ith excellent benefits. For further inform ation visit the library w ebsite at h ttp :// www.lib.iup.edu. QUALIFICATIONS Requirements include an ALA-accredited MLS degree, second master’s or doctorate, and three years of increasingly responsible experience in a library. A pplicants m ust also have a working knowledge of m odern academic libraries, current trends in the profession, emerging technologies, and modern organizational management methods. Strong interpersonal, oral, and writing skills are desired. To become a finalist, applicants must communicate effectively and perform well in the interview(s). H O W T O APPLY For full p o s itio n a n n o u n c e m e n t see h t tp :// www.iup.edu/liumres/jobline or contact the Office of H um an Resources at (724) 357-2431. AA/ EOE. IUP is a member o f Pennsylvania's State System of H igher Education. gram s an d 78 m a s te r's p ro g ra m s. T hytisrevinU anaidnIof Pennsy lvaniae to ta l 1 9 9 9 -2 0 0 0 fa ll e n ro llm e n t at th e U n iv e rs ity w a s 2 2 ,1 4 2 s tu d e n ts . A m e m b e r o f th e A s s o c ia tio n of R esearch L ib ra rie s , th e L ib ra rie s ' s y s te m a n d se rv ic e s a re ex te n s iv e , including 2,250 ,0 0 0 volum es a n d 20,200 active periodicals an d serials. The Lib ra rie s o ffe r b o th in -h o u s e an d re m o te a c c e s s to a w id e v a rie ty of electronic resources. T h e Innovative R esearch Inform ation S ystem (IRIS) currently includes th e Libraries e lectronic catalog, general an d specialized jo u rn a l in d e xe s, fu ll-te x t e le c tro n ic jo u rn a ls , a n d a h o s t o f In te rn e t re ­ so urces. Lo ve M e m o ria l L ib ra ry is th e la rg e s t lib ra ry fa c ility ; in a d d itio n , there a re agricu ltu re , a rch ite ctu re , ch e m is try , eng in e e rin g , geology, b io ­ logical sciences, m athem atics, m usic, an d ph ysics libraries. Responsibili­ ties: T h is p osition reports to th e C h a ir o f th e C a taloging D ep a rtm e n t an d is responsible for: original an d c o m p le x c o p y c ataloging o f prin t a nd nonprint m aterials in th e h u m a n itie s an d social s c ie n ce s, in cluding p ro ce d u re s fo r O C LC E nhance, U pgrade, an d E n ric h m e n t fu nctions; c re a tin g s e rie s and nam e a u th o rity re c o rd s fo r N A C O an d local s yste m ; a ctin g a s a reso u rce person fo r c a ta lo g in g a s s is ta n ts ; p a rtic ip a te s in d e p a rtm e n ta l a nd libraryw ide co m m itte e s an d ta sk fo rc e s ; co m p le tin g special a ssignm ents as a s s ig n e d ; a n d p a rtic ip a tin g in p ro fe s s io n a l d e v e lo p m e n t a c tiv itie s . Q ualifications: R equired: M LS fro m an A LA -a ccre d ite d p rogram ; m a jo r or advanced degre e in Spanish o r French language o r e quivalent know ledge of S p a n ish o r French la n g u a g e a nd literature; e x p e rie n c e using O C L C or Education Reference/ M a n h O a t t a u n v t i l r l e e a C c o l l h e g e L i i s br a n a r i i n a d e p n e n d e n t , c o e d u c a tio n a l lib e ra l a r ts c o lle g e o f a p p r o x im a te ly 1 ,4 0 0 s tu d e n ts lo c a te d 2 8 m ile s n o rth o f N e w Y o rk C ity in s u b u r b a n W e s tc h e s te r C o u n ty . W e a re c u r r e n tly s e e k in g a n E d u c a tio n /O u tr e a c h L ib r a r ia n w h o w ill be r e s p o n s ib le f o r c r e a tin g a n d m a n a g in g p r o g r a m s a n d s e r v ic e s in s u p p o r t o f t h e S c h o o l o f E d u c a tio n , d e v e lo p in g th e p rin t, e le c tr o n ic , a n d In te r n e t re s o u r c e s c o lle c tio n s , a n d p r o v id in g in fo r m a tio n m a n a g e m e n t c o n s u lt a t io n in e d u c a tio n . T h is p o s it io n is a ls o r e s p o n s ib le f o r th e d e v e lo p m e n t o f t h e e d u c a tio n r e s o u r c e s c e n t e r f o r te a c h e r e d u c a tio n ; r e fe r e n c e a s s is ta n c e ( in c lu d in g s o m e e v e n in g a n d w e e k e n d h o u r s ) t o fa c u lty , s t u d e n t s a n d o t h e r p a tr o n s ; p a r tic ip a tio n in a n a c tiv e in s tr u c tio n p ro g r a m , in c lu d in g te a c h in g u n d e r g r a d u a te a n d g ra d u a te c la s s e s ; a n d a s s is tin g w ith th e p la n n in g o f lib r a r y s e rv ic e s . A n e q u a lly im p o r ta n t p a r t o f th is p o s itio n is t h e lib r a r y ’s o u t r e a c h p r o g r a m t o t h e c o lle g e a n d b r o a d e r c o m m u n ity , in c lu d in g th e c o o r d in a tio n a n d p r o m o tio n o f g u e s t s p e a k e r s a n d p u b lic e v e n ts , e x h ib its , th e lib ra ry n e w s le tte r, a n d th e a n n u a l b o o k fa ir. T h e lib r a r ia n w ill a ls o p a r t ic ip a t e in c o lle c t io n d e v e lo p m e n t a n d m a n a g e m e n t o f a ll fo r m a ts in e d u c a tio n a n d o th e r a s s ig n e d s u b je c t a r e a s , b a s e d o n s t r e n g t h s a n d e x p e r ie n c e s o f th e s u c c e s s fu l c a n d id a te , d is c ip lin e - re la te d in s tr u c tio n a l s e s s io n s , a n d c o m m u n ic a tio n w ith d e p a r tm e n ts c o n c e r n in g lib r a r y p r o g r a m m a tic is s u e s . R e q u ire d f o r th is p o s itio n a r e a n M L S fr o m a n A L A - a c c r e d it e d s c h o o l w ith a t le a s t t w o y e a r s ’ r e fe r e n c e /in s tru c tio n e x p e r ie n c e in a n a c a d e m ic lib ra ry a n d a n a c a d e m ic b a c k g ro u n d in e d u c a tio n . A d d itio n a lly , o u r id e a l c a n d id a te m u s t h a v e a w o r k in g k n o w le d g e o f a v a r ie t y o f p r in t, e le c tr o n ic , a n d In te r n e t r e fe r e n c e re s o u r c e s a n d o f e ffe c tiv e o n lin e s e a rc h te c h n iq u e s ; e x p e r ie n c e d e s ig n in g a n d c r e a tin g p rin t a n d W e b -b a s e d in s t r u c t io n a l/ in f o r m a t io n a l m a te r ia ls ; a n d e x c e lle n t w ritte n , o ra l a n d in te rp e rs o n a l c o m m u n ic a tio n s k ills . T h e f o llo w in g q u a lific a tio n s a re p re fe rre d : a s e c o n d M a s te r's d e g re e , u n d e rs ta n d in g o f d ig ita l lib r a r y te c h n o lo g ie s , is s u e s , a n d tre n d s ; te a c h in g e x p e rie n c e ; a n d th e a b ility to m a n a g e m u ltip le p r o je c ts s im u lta n e o u s ly . S a la ry c o m m e n s u ra te w ith e x p e rie n c e . P le a s e s e n d a c o v e r le tte r a lo n g w ith a re s u m e to : D ir e c t o r o f H u m a n R e s o u r c e s , M a n h a t t a n v ille C o lle g e , 2 9 0 0 P u r c h a s e S t., P u r c h a s e , N Y 1 0 5 7 7 . F a x (9 1 4 ) 3 2 3 -5 3 2 2 . E m a il: h u m a n r e s o u r c e s @ m v i l l e . e d u . R e v ie w o f a p p l i c a t i o n s w i l l b e g in i m m e d i a t e l y a n d c o n t i n u e u n t il t h e p o s i t i o n is f ille d . W e a re an e q u a l o p p o rtu n ity e m p lo y e r a c tiv e ly e n c o u ra g in g a p p lic a tio n s fr o m c a n d id a te s w ith d iv e rs e b a c k g ro u n d s . s im ila r c a taloging utility; dem on stra te d k n ow ledge of LC classification, LC s u b je c t he a d in g s, an d A A C R 2 ; e x p e rie n c e using a u to m a te d lib ra ry sy s ­ te m s; c u rre n t a w a re n e s s o f national tre n d s an d d e v e lo p m e n ts in ca ta lo g ­ ing; e x c e lle n t a n a lytica l, o rg a n iza tio n a l, co m m u n ic a tio n , a n d tim e -m a n ­ a g e m e n t skills; a b ility to w o rk fle x ib ly a n d cre a tiv e ly in a ra p id ly ch a n g in g e n viro n m e n t; a b ility to in te ra ct po sitive ly an d p ro d u ctive ly w ith lib ra ry c o l­ leagues, students, faculty, an d staff; and dem onstrated potential fo r profes­ s io n a l d e v e lo p m e n t a n d gro w th . P re fe rre d : P ro fe ssio n a l o r p a ra p ro fe s ­ s io n a l c a ta lo g in g e x p e rie n c e in an a c a d e m ic lib ra ry, kn o w le d g e o f o th e r fo reign languages; an d fam iliarity w ith th e Internet, PC softw are packages, m ark-up languages, a nd cataloging electronic resources. Salary: $33,000 fo ra 12-m onth appointm ent. S alary dependent upon th e qualifications o f the s u c c e s s fu l c a n d id a te . S ta rtin g D ate: M a y 1 ,2 0 0 1 . A p p o in tm e n t d a te is negotiable. Application Deadline: M arch 15,2001. Applications postm arked a fte r th is da te w ill no t be con sid e re d . C a n d id a te s sh o u ld s u b m it a le tte r of applica tio n an d c u rre n t résum é, w h ic h e xplicitly ad d re ss h o w th e ir ed u ca ­ tion, relevant experience, an d oth e r relevant qualifications m e e t th e respon­ sibilities a n d qualifications fo r th is vacancy. T h e U niversity and th e Libraries have a strong com m itm ent to achieving diversity am ong faculty an d staff. W e a re p a rtic u la rly in te re s te d in re ce ivin g a p p lic a tio n s fro m m e m b e rs of u n derrepresented groups. H ighly m otivated lib ra ria n s w h o a r e com m itted to lib ra ry se rv ic e b y p ro v id in g b ib lio g ra p h ic d e s c rip tio n a n d a c c e s s to http://www.lib.iup.edu http://www.iup.edu/liumres/jobline mailto:humanresources@mville.edu 236 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 TWO POSITIONS AVAILABLE California State University, Northridge DEPARTMENT: Reference and Instructional Services. EFFECTIVE DATE OF APPOINTMENT: June 1,2001. RANK: Senior Assistant Librarian (Two 12-month tenure-track positions). SALARY: Minimum salary of $46,488 and an excellent benefits package. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: ALA-accredited graduate degree (or equivalent degree); customer service orientation and enthusiasm for public service; excellent communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with faculty, staff, and students in a culturally diverse and rapidly evolving environment; demonstrated ability and experience in using Web-based and other electronic bibliographic resources, such as telnet and the Web; demonstrated capability and commitment to engage in research and continued professional development worthy of promotion and tenure as a faculty member; and the ability to work both independently and as a team member in a dynamic environment and on a variety of simultaneous projects. Business/California Documents Librarian PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: A degree, coursework, or experience in business or a related field or a degree or coursework in law; experience with state, local, or federal publications; experience in creating Web pages and/or using authoring and presentation software; experience in conducting library presentations and/or teaching, experience in OCLC cataloging, experience in collection development, and knowledge of national and international metadata schemes. RESPONSIBILITIES: The California State University, Northridge, Library seeks an energetic, enthu­ siastic, and technologically knowledgeable librarian to be in charge of the Library’s California state publications collection, select materials for the Library’s Law collection, and share with the Business Librarian responsibilities involved in serving faculty and students in the College of Business Administration and Economics. The Business/California Documents Librarian will provide general reference service to faculty, students, and community users; serve as the reference and instructional services specialist for California publications and law, including collection management responsibilities for those areas; under the direction of the Business Librarian, assist in both providing course specific instruction to the College of Business Administration and Economics and selecting print and electronic business sources; may include cataloging of electronic business sources and Web sites; and assist in developing print and technology-based instructional materials. Includes some evening and weekend hours. (c o n tin u e d on n e x t page) lib ra ry m a te ria ls a n d w h o h a v e s tro n g in te rp e rs o n a l, b ib lio g ra p h ic , a n d te c h n ic a l s k ills a re u rg e d to a p p ly . T h e c a n d id a te s h o u ld a ls o s u b m it th e na m e s, c u rre n t a d d re sse s, a n d c u rre n tte le p h o n e n u m b e rs o f th re e refer­ e n c e s w h o a re k n o w le d g e a b le a b o u t th e c a n d id a te ’s q u a lifica tio n s f o r th is v a c a n c y to : L a rry L. K ahle, A s s o c ia te D ean, 3 1 8 Lo ve Library, U n iv e r s ity o f N e b r a s k a - L in c o ln , P.O . B o x 8 8 0 4 1 0 , L in c o ln , N E 6 8 5 8 8 -0 4 1 0 . F o r m o re in fo rm a tio n a b o u t th e U N L L ib ra rie s , v is it o u r h o m e p a g e a t: h ttp :// iris .u n l.e d u . T h e U n iv e rs ity o f N e b ra s k a is c o m m itte d to a p lu ra lis tic c a m p u s c o m m u n ity th ro u g h affirm a tive action an d e q u a l opp o rtu n ity a n d is re s p o n s iv e to th e n e e d s o f d u a l c a re e r c o u p le s . W e a s s u re re a s o n a b le a c c o m m o d a tio n u n d e rth e A m e ric a n s w ith D is a b ilitie s A c t; c o n ta c t L arry K a h le a t (4 0 2 ) 4 7 2 -2 5 2 6 fo r a s sista n ce . C H A IR , R E S O U R C E S E R V IC E S . A s s o c ia te U n iv e rs ity L ib ra ria n o r U n iv e rs ity L ib ra ria n . T h e C h a ir o f th e R e s o u rc e S e rv ic e s D e p a rtm e n t is re s p o n s ib le f o r th e c o o rd in a tio n , p la n n in g a n d a d m in is tra tio n o f th e p ro ­ c u re m e n t a n d c a ta lo g in g o p e ra tio n s . T h e C h a ir d ire c ts th e w o rk o f th re e A s s o c ia te D e p a rtm e n t C h a irs , e a c h re s p o n s ib le f o r th e fo llo w in g o p e ra ­ tio n s: a cq u is itio n s /s e ria ls , ce n tra l b ib lio g ra p h ic s e rvice s, a n d c o n trib u te d c a ta lo g in g . R e s p o n s ib le fo r m a n a g e m e n t o f b u d g e te d re s o u rc e s n e c e s ­ s a ry to a c c o m p lis h th e s e o p e ra tio n s a n d fo r c o o rd in a tio n , o n g o in g d e v e l­ o p m e n t o f a sta ff c o m m itte d to co n tin u a l im p ro v e m e n ts , in te g ra te d a c q u i­ s itio n s a n d a c c e s s to d ig ita l re s o u rc e s , a n d m ig ra tio n to a n e w L ib ra ry M a n a g e m e n t s y s te m . M in im u m Q u a lific a tio n s : M a s te r’s d e g re e in lib ra ry s c ie n c e fro m a n A L A -a c c re d ite d p ro g ra m ; m in im u m fiv e y e a rs ’ p ro fe s ­ s io n a l e x p e rie n c e in a n a c a d e m ic o r re s e a rc h lib ra ry , tw o o f w h ic h m u s t h a v e be e n in a d m in is tra tio n o r m a n a g e m e n t o f a c a ta lo g in g , acq u isitio n s, s e ria ls , o r d a ta b a s e m a n a g e m e n t e ffo rt. P re fe rre d : S tro n g s c h o la rs h ip a nd s e rvice cre d e n tia ls c o m m e n s u ra te w ith q u a lific a tio n s fo r full university lib ra ria n . E x p e rie n c e in o rg a n iz a tio n o f e le c tro n ic re s o u rc e s a n d u s e o f n o n -M A R C m e ta d a ta sc h e m e s . F o reign la n g u a g e skills. T h e U n ive rsity of F lo rid a is th e s ta te ’s o ld e s t, la rg e s t, a n d m o s t p ic tu re s q u e c a m p u s , c e n tra l ly lo ca te d fro m tw o c o a s ta l b e a c h fro n ts a n d o n ly a s h o rt d riv e a w a y fro m m a jo r a ttra c tio n s . T h e U n iv e rs ity o f F lo rid a is a m e m b e r o f th e A s s o c ia tio n o f A m e ric a n U n iv e rs itie s a n d o ffe rs th e P h .D . in 8 6 fie ld s and m a s te r’s d e g re e s in 1 0 5 fie ld s . T h e G e o rg e A . S m a th e rs L ib ra rie s a re m e m b e rs o f th e R e s e a rc h L ib ra rie s G ro u p , S O L IN E T , a n d th e C e n te r for R e s e a rc h lib ra rie s . F o r m o re in fo rm a tio n o n th e L ib ra rie s , v is it o u r W e b p a g e at: h ttp ://w w w .u flib .u fl.e d u . U F o ffe rs a g e n e ro u s b e n e fit p a c k a g e in c lu d in g 2 2 va c a tio n d a ys, n in e p a id h o lid a ys, a n d 13 s ic k d a y s a nnually, in s u ra n c e , r e tire m e n t o p tio n s , tu itio n fe e w a iv e r, a n d n o s ta te o r lo cal incom e ta x. S alary: $ 5 0 ,0 0 0 -6 0 ,0 0 0 m inim um , d e p e n d in g o n rank. Please se n d le tte r o f a p p lica tio n , résu m é , a n d th re e le tte rs of refere n ce , in cluding a d d re s s e s a n d p h o n e n u m b e rs, to : Lib ra ry P e rso n n e l O ffice r, U n iv e r s ity o f F lo r id a , 3 7 0 L ib ra ry W e s t, P .O . B o x 1 1 7 0 0 1 , G a in e s v ille , F L 3 2 6 1 1. E q u a l o p p o rtu n ity , a ffirm a tiv e a c tio n e m p lo y e r. D e a d lin e : F e b ru a ry 28, 2001. C H A IR , S P E C IA L A N D A R E A S T U D IE S C O L L E C T IO N S . R e sponsible fo r d e v e lo p m e n t, a d m in is tra tio n , s p a c e m a n a g e m e n t, s u p e rv is io n , an d p e rs o n n e l m a n a g e m e n t o f s p e cia l a n d a re a s tu d ie s co lle c tio n s . S e rv e as S e c re ta ry a n d T re a s u re r o f H ow e Society. P ursue d e v e lo p m e n t oppo rtu n i­ tie s in p u b lic a n d priva te sectors. W o rk w ith co lle a g u e s to a s s e s s strengths a n d w e a k n e s s e s in co lle c tio n s , d e te rm in e prio ritie s, e s ta b lis h policy, and d e v e lo p d e p a rtm e n ta l s e rvice plans. D evelop, m an a g e , a n d pro vid e public s e rv ic e s fo r a s p e c ific s p e cia l co lle c tio n . S p o k e s p e rs o n , liaison to Library a n d U n iv e rs ity a d m in is tra tio n , p ro fe s s io n a l a n d s c h o la rly o rg a n iza tio n s, fa c u lty , s ta ff, s tu d e n ts , a n d g e n e ra l p u b lic in a d v a n c in g s ta tu s o f c o lle c ­ tio n s . P u rs u e s c h o la rly re s e a rc h a n d w ritin g in a re a s o f s p e c ia liz a tio n . Q u a lifica tio n s: A d v a n c e d d e g re e in history, A m e ric a n lite ra tu re , o r related d is c ip lin e a n d M L S /M L IS fro m A L A -a c c re d ite d p ro g ra m o r e q u iv a le n t exp e rie n ce , a m in im u m o f s ix y e a rs ’ p ro g re ssive ly re sp o n sib le e xperience in m a n a g in g s p e cia l co lle c tio n s , s u p e rv is o ry e x p e rie n c e . Pre fe r: Ph .D . in d is c ip lin e re la te d to s p e c ia l a n d a re a s tu d ie s c o lle c tio n s ; e x p e rie n c e w o rk in g w ith s p e cia l a n d /o r a rch iva l co lle c tio n s in a c a d e m ic enviro n m e n t. T h e U n iv e rs ity o f F lo rid a is th e s ta te ’s o ld e s t, la rg e s t, a n d m o s t p ic tu r­ e s q u e c a m p u s , c e n tra lly lo ca te d b e tw e e n tw o c o a s ta l b e a c h fro n ts an d a s h o r t d riv e a w a y fro m m a jo r a ttra c tio n s . F o r m o re in fo rm a tio n o n th e iris.unl.edu http://www.uflib.ufl.edu C&RL News ■ February 2001/ 237 (con tin u e d fro m p re v io u s page) Social Sciences/Distance Education Librarian PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: A degree or coursework, in the social sciences; experience with the provision of document delivery or distance education programs; experience in creating Web pages and/or using authoring and presentation software; experience in conducting library presentations and/or teaching; and experience with collection development. RESPONSIBILITIES: The California State University, Northridge, Library seeks an energetic, enthu­ siastic, and technologically knowledgeable librarian to serve as the Library’s specialist in planning, coordinating, evaluating, and managing the Library's developing service programs related to document delivery and distance education. Dependent upon qualifications, the Social Sciences/ Distance Education Librarian may serve as the Library’s specialist in one or more appropriate social science or related disciplines. The Social Sciences/Distance Education Librarian will provide general reference service to faculty, students, and community users; select materials for appropriate disciplines, participate in providing course specific library instruction, and assist in developing print and technology-based instructional materials. Includes some evening and weekend hours. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Screening to begin February 15, 2001, but preference will be given to applications received by March 9, 2001. Send résumé with names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references to: Michael Barrett University Library, Calitornia State University, Northridge 18111 Nordhoff Street Northridge, CA 91330-8327 email: michael.barrett@csun.edu GENERAL INFORMATION: California State University, Northridge, is one of the largest campuses of the California State University System. Located in the San Fernando Valley, 25 miles northwest of downtown Los Angeles, it is the only public university in this metropolitan suburb of 1.2 million people. The student body of approximately 29,000 reflects the ethnic and cultural diversity of the region. CSU Northridge is a comprehensive University offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in over 50 fields as well as credentials in the field of education. The University is committed to creating a community in which individuals from different backgrounds can live, learn, and work together. An equal opportunity, Title IX, Section 503 and 504 employer. Libraries, v is it o u r W e b s ite at: h ttp ://w w w .u flib .u fl.e d u . U F o ffe rs a g e n e r ous benefit p a cka g e including, 22 vacation d ays, nine paid h olidays and 13 sick days annually, insurance, retirem ent options, tuition fe e w aiver, a nd no state o r local incom e tax. S alary: $ 5 0 ,0 0 0 -$ 60,000. S end le tte r o f a pplica­ tion, résum é, an d th re e le tte rs of reference, including a d d re s s e s an d phone numbers, to: Library P ersonnel O fficer, U n iv e r s ity o f F lo rid a , 37 0 Library West, P .0 Box 117001, Gainesville, F L 3 2 6 1 1. Equal opportunity, affirmative action em ployer. D eadline: F e b ru a ry 2 8 ,2 0 0 1 . C O O R D IN A T O R FO R B IB L IO G R A P H IC C O N T R O L A N D E L E C ­ TRONICR E S O U R C E S . T w e lv e -m o n th te n u re -tra ck position w ith respon­ sibilities th a t include p roviding p ersonnel organization, supervision, evalu­ ation, tra in in g a n d p ro fe s s io n a l d e v e lo p m e n t f o r th e d e p a rtm e n t, w h ich consists o f fa c u lty a n d s u p p o rt sta ff. R e q u ire d q u a lific a tio n s in c lu d e an A L A -a ccre d ite d M LS ; a t le a s t th re e y e a rs o f in c re a s in g c a ta lo g in g an d m anagem ent responsibility in an a ca d e m ic o r research library; experience using A A C R 2 a n d M A R C fo rm a ts a n d o n lin e a u th o rity c o n tro l; d e m o n ­ strated e x p e rie n c e in o rg a n iz in g e le c tro n ic an d d ig ita l re so u rce s; e x p e ri­ ence w ith org a n izin g ne tw o rke d re sources; exp e rie n ce a n d know le d g e of autom ation s y ste m s; e vid e n c e o f e x c e lle n t co m m u n ic a tio n a n d in te rp e r­ sonal skills; e x c e lle n t le a d e rs h ip a n d c o lla b o ra tio n sk ills ; d e m o n s tra te d successful e x p e rie n c e s u p e rvisin g librarians an d su p p o rt staff; a d e m o n ­ strated com m itm e n t to innovative a p proaches fo r im proving operations and services o f research libraries; a nd th e ability to m e e t te n u re a n d prom otion criteria. Desired: Experience w ith IN N O P A C , O C LC , project m anagem ent, and intralibrary collaboration. F o r m ore information, please se e o u r W eb site at: http://lib.colostate.edu. T o Apply: S e n d a le tte r of application addressing your qualifications as they pertain to th e position, résum é,and nam es, office an d e- mail addresses, a nd pho n e n u m b e rs o f le a st th re e re fe re n c e s to : T e ri R. Switzer, Interim A s s is ta n t D ean fo r A d m in is tra tiv e S e rv ic e s , C o lo r a d o State U n iv e r s ity Libraries, F o rt C o llin s, C O 8 0 5 2 3 -1 0 1 9 ; fa x: (970) 491 - 1195; e-m a il: te ri.s w itz e r@ c o lo s ta te .e d u . A p p lic a tio n m a te ria ls m u s t be received b y F e b ru a ry 19, 2 0 0 1 , fo r fu ll c o n s id e ra tio n . C o lo ra d o S ta te University is a no n d iscrim in a to ry, affirm a tive action em ployer. C O O R D IN A T O R , IN F O R M A T IO N T E C H N O L O G Y D E V E L O P M E N T . T h e U n iv e rs ity o f M a n ito b a L ib ra rie s in v ite s a p p lic a tio n s f o r th e p o s i­ tio n o f C o o rd in a to r, In fo rm a tio n T e c h n o lo g y D e v e lo p m e n t. R e p o rtin g to th e th e A s s o c ia te D ire c to r, In fo rm a tio n S e rv ic e s a n d S y s te m s , th e in c u m b e n t is r e s p o n s ib le f o r th e L ib ra rie s ’ s tra te g ic p la n n in g fo r n e w te chnology initiatives; introducing innovative applications th a t enhance and e x p a n d s e rv ic e to s tu d e n ts , fa c u lty , a n d re s e a rc h e rs a n d in c re a s e sta ff p ro d u c tiv ity ; ta k in g re s p o n s ib ility f o r d e v e lo p in g th e L ib r a r ie s ’ W e b - b a s e d s e r v ic e s , d ig ita l im a g in g , a n d d a ta b a s e d e v e lo p m e n t p ro je c ts ; ta k in g th e le a d ro le fo r th e L ib ra rie s in th e U n iv e rs ity ’s T e a c h in g an d L e a rn in g w ith T e c h n o lo g y initiative; c o n tin u a lly re vie w in g n e w te c h n o lo ­ g ie s in c lu d in g te c h n o lo g ic a l a d v a n c e s a n d e m e rg in g p ra c tic e s in d ig ita l im a g in g fo r p re s e rv a tio n a n d a c c e s s ; re p re s e n tin g th e L ib ra rie s , a t a s e n io r le v e l, in a p p ro p ria te U n iv e rs ity g ro u p s a n d c o m m itte e s a n d on regional a n d n a tio n a l co o p e ra tiv e initiatives; a nd d e v e lo p in g tra in in g and in s tru c tio n p ro g ra m s to a s s is t s ta ff in p ro m o tin g e le c tro n ic in fo rm a tio n s e rv ic e s a n d fo r s u p e rv is in g th e w o rk o f th e W e b D e v e lo p e r a n d th e Im a g in g S p e c ia lis t. Q u a lific a tio n s : A d e g re e fro m an A L A -a c c re d ite d p ro g ra m w ith a n M L S /M L IS o r e q u iv a le n t in e x p e rie n c e a n d e d u c a tio n . U n d e rg ra d u a te d e g re e in c o m p u te r science p referred. T h re e t o five ye a rs o f re le v a n t e x p e rie n c e in a n a c a d e m ic lib ra ry p re fe rre d . E x p e rie n c e in d e s ig n in g an d d e v e lo p in g W e b -b a s e d s e rvice s. E x p e rie n ce d e ve lo p in g instruction a n d /o r training prog ra m s using In te rn e to r m u ltim e d ia authoring to o ls. K n o w le d g e o f a p p lic a tio n s o f c u rre n t a n d e m e rg in g te c h n o lo g ie s in tim e -a n d lo ca tio n -in d e p e n d e n t learning. In -depth kn o w le d g e o f te c h n o l­ o g y a s a p p lie d in th e p rovision o f info rm a tio n re s o u rce s/se rvice s. U n d e r­ s ta n d in g o f c u rre n t d ig ita l lib ra ry is s u e s . M u s t be a b le to le a d a n d w o rk w ith te c h n ic a l sta ff, w o rk e ffe c tiv e ly o n te a m s , a n d h a n d le m u ltip le IT p r o je c ts s im u lta n e o u s ly in a r a p id ly c h a n g in g te c h n o lo g ic a l e n v iro n ­ ment. D e m o n stra te d p ro je c t m a n a g e m e n t/le a d e rs h ip s k ills a n d teaching a b ility . D e m o n s tra te d h ig h le v e l o f c re a tiv ity , m o tiv a tio n , in itia tiv e , an d responsibility. D e m o n s tra te d goo d ora l an d w ritte n co m m u n ica tio n skills a n d e ffe c tiv e in te rp e rs o n a l r e la tio n s . T h is p o s itio n is a t th e A s s is ta n t L ib ra ria n ra n k a n d c a rrie s an a d m in is tra tiv e s tip e n d o f $ 5 ,1 9 5 .0 0 . T he mailto:michael.barrett@csun.edu http://www.uflib.ufl.edu http://lib.colostate.edu mailto:teri.switzer@colostate.edu 238 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 s ta rt d a te is J u n e 1 ,2 0 0 1 . T h is p o s itio n h a s a tw o -y e a r p ro b a tio n a ry period. L ibrarians enjoy a ca d e m ic s ta tu s an d a re app o in te d to o n e o f fo u r ra n ks: G e n e ra l, A s s is ta n t, A s s o c ia te , a n d Lib ra ria n , w ith p o s s ib ility o f p ro m o tio n . S u b m it a p p lic a tio n , in c lu d in g ré su m é , s a la ry e xp e cta tio n s, a n d th e n a m e s o f th re e re fe re n c e s , b y M a rc h 1 5 ,2 0 0 1 , to : C a ro ly n n e P re s s e r, D ire c to r o f L ib ra rie s , T h e U n iv e r s it y o f M a n ito b a L ib ra rie s , W in n ip e g , M B R 3 T 2 N 2 . T h e U n iv e rs ity o f M a n ito b a e n c o u ra g e s a p p li­ c a tio n s fro m q u a lifie d w o m e n a n d m e n , in c lu d in g m e m b e rs o f v is ib le m in o ritie s , A b o rig in a l p e o p le , a n d p e rs o n s w ith d is a b ilitie s . P rio rity c o n s id e ra tio n s w ill be g iv e n to C a n a d ia n c itiz e n s a n d p e rm a n e n t re si­ dents. D A T A B A S E M A N A G E M E N T L IB R A R IA N . T e c h n ic a l S e rv ic e s u n it s e e k s e x p e rie n c e d c a ta lo g e r an d d a ta b a s e m a n a g e r t o de ve lo p , im p le ­ m ent, a n d m o n ito r V o y a g e r m a n a g e m e n t p o lic y a n d to p e rfo rm original an d c o m p le x c o p y ca ta lo g in g o f m onographs, m o nographic sets, archival m aterials, m o n o g ra p h ic e le ctro n ic re sources, a nd m o n o g ra p h s in o th e r fo rm s f o r th e m a in a n d bra n ch c a m p u s e s . T h is lib ra ria n w ill a ls o cla ssify m o n o g ra p h ic m a te ria ls f o r a ll s u b je c t a re a s an d e stablish s ta n d a rd s and p ro c e d u re s f o r m o n o g ra p h s; d e ve lo p , im plem ent, an d m o n ito r q u a lity o f o n lin e ca ta lo g data b a se ; m o n ito r v e n d o r p e rfo rm a n ce f o r a u th o rity c o n ­ trol; pro v id e s u p e rv is io n a nd s u p p o rt f o r ca ta lo g in g o f ju v e n ile m a te ria ls an d textbooks; se rve a s tra in e r an d resource person fo r paraprofessional c a ta lo g in g sta ff; s e rv e a s lia is o n w ith se le c te d a c a d e m ic d e p a rtm e n ts. O th e r responsibilities w ill include w o rkin g w ith ca ta lo g e rs o f non bo o k and s e ria l m aterials; pa rticip a tin g in form u la tio n o f c a ta lo g in g s ta n d a rd s an d cla s s ific a tio n p o licie s; c o o rd in a tin g o p e ra tio n s w ith s y s te m s m a n a g e r; assistin g with ca ta lo g m a intenance, quality control, an d pro b le m solving; c o n d u c tin g re s e a rc h th a t w ill e n h a n c e lib ra ry o p e ra tio n s ; su b m ittin g a rtic le s to p ro fe s s io n a l jo u rn a ls ; c re a tin g a n d p u b lis h in g W e b -b a s e d p u b lic a tio n s to s u p p o rt fa c u lty an d s tu d e n t research an d learning; a d v is ­ in g s ta ff o f lo c a l, s ta te , a n d n a tio n a l c a ta lo g in g a n d c la s s ific a tio n p o lic ie s a nd proce d u re s; an d m a intaining good w o rkin g re la tio n sh ip s w ith all library d e p a rtm e n ts . M u s t fu lfill te rm s o f c o lle c tiv e b a rg a in in g a g re e m e n t. R e­ q u ire d : A L A -a c c re d ite d M LS ; m in im u m th re e y e a rs ' e x p e rie n c e in b ib lio ­ g ra p h ic c o n tro l a n d o n lin e c a ta lo g d a ta b a s e m a n a g e m e n t; pro fe s s io n a l m o n o g ra p h ic ca ta lo g in g e x p e rie n c e in clu d in g s u b sta n tia l o rig in a l ca ta lo g ­ in g ; s o lid w o rk in g k n o w le d g e o f A A C R II, L S C H , LC c la s s ific a tio n , US M A R C fo rm a ts , O C L C , an d a u th o rity co n tro l p ro c e d u re s ; d e m o n s tra b le e x p e rie n c e w ith a u to m a te d inte g ra te d lib ra ry s y s te m s a n d d a ta b a s e m a n ­ a g e m e n t; evid e n c e o f e x c e lle n t co m m u n ic a tio n s a n d in te rp e rs o n a l skills; stro n g analytical, organizational, an d c o m p u te r skills; d e m o n stra b le experi­ e n c e in p la n n in g a n d b u d g e tin g ; a n d s u p e rv is o ry e x p e rie n c e . P re fe rre d : A d d itio n a l g ra d u a te d e g re e highly d esirable, e s p e c ia lly in info rm a tio n te ch ­ n o lo g y ; e x p e rie n c e w o rk in g in an a c a d e m ic lib ra ry ; e x p e rie n c e w ith th e V o y a g e r lib ra ry sy s te m ; p a rtic ip a tio n in s ta te a n d n a tio n a l p ro fe s s io n a l o rg a n iz a tio n s ; fa m ilia rity w ith e v o lvin g m e ta d a ta s ta n d a rd s (D u b lin Core, T E I, e tc .); fa m ilia rity w ith m a rk -u p la n g u a g e s (H T M L , S G M L , X M L , etc.); a nd fa m ilia rity w ith A c c e s s a nd Z 3 9 .5 0 . N in e -m o n th , fu ll-tim e , te n u re -tra ck position, s ta rtin g A u g u s t2 7 ,200 1 , a t rank o f In s tru c to ro r A s s is ta n t P rofes­ s o r d e p e n d in g on qua lifica tio n s. M in im u m starting salary: $ 3 4 ,3 4 2 . O p p o r tu n ity fo r a d ditional w o rk d u rin g s u m m e r s e s s io n s p o s s ib le d e p e n d in g upon b u d g e t c o n s tra in ts . R e p o rts to L ib ra ry D e p a rtm e n t C h a irm a n an d D ean o f Lib ra rie s. S e n d le tte r o f a p p lic a tio n , résum é, a n d th re e le tte rs o f refere n ce to : S h irle y M . J o h n s o n , L ib ra ry D e p a rtm e n t S e a rc h C o m m itte e , C a rlso n L ib ra ry , C la r io n U n iv e r s it y o f P e n n s y lv a n ia , C la rio n , P A 162 1 4 . T ra n s c rip ts nee d n o t be s u b m itte d in a d va n c e b u t w ill be re q u ire d o f a ll finalists. S u c c e s s fu l co m p le tio n of interview required. Position w ill re m ain ope n until fille d , w ith prio rity g ive n to a p p lic a tio n s re ce ive d b y M a rc h 5 ,2 0 0 1 . C larion U niversity is building a d iverse academ ic com m unity an d e ncourages people o f co lo r, w o m e n , vete ra n s, an d pe rso n s w ith disabilities to apply. A ffirm ative a ction, equal opp o rtu n ity em ployer. C&RL News ■ February 2001/ 239 DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS Center for Research Libraries The Director of Information Systems is responsible for all aspects of planning, development, implementation, and maintenance of information systems and services for the Center for Research Libraries, a not for profit corporation serving the research universities and libraries of North America, located adjacent to the University of Chicago. Responsibilities include maintaining the LAN, Internet/ Web access, and maintenance and support of the Center's Web site and the Innovative Interfaces integrated library system and all staff and public computers. The director will provide leadership in identifying, evaluating, selecting, and implementing appropriate new information technologies. Working closely with project managers, the Director will support existing and assist in the development of new digital projects. In consultation with the President, the Director will develop and implement computing infrastructure planning to meet current computing needs as well as strategi­ cally position the Center to meet its future technological goals and needs. QUALIFICATIONS: Degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association or a degree in computer science or related field; record of progressively responsible experience in the application of information technology; ability to manage and provide leadership in a rapidly changing information environment; excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a service-oriented agency with a diverse population of users and staff; demonstrated understanding of systems analysis and planning, including Internet and Web applications; evidence of working knowledge of computer hardware, software, and networking; and knowledge of NT and Linux systems. SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Center offers an excellent benefits package. TO APPLY: E-mail your résumé to: Human Resources Department, hr@crlmail.uchicago.edu; or fax: (773) 955- 4339; or mail to: Human Resources Department Center for Research Libraries 6050 S. Kenwood Chicago, IL 60637 No telephone calls. CRL is an equal employment opportunity employer. D IR E C T O R O F L IB R A R Y . K ing C o lle g e s e e k s a d ire c to r o f th e lib ra ry w ith a n e m p h a s is o n lib ra ry s e rv ic e a n d in fo rm a tio n te c h n o lo g y w ith an a w areness o f k e y issues in th e a d m in istra tio n o f a s m a ll a ca d e m ic library. T h e s u c ce ssfu l c a n d id a te m u s t p o s s e s s g o o d inte rp e rso n a l c o m m u n ic a ­ tion an d su p e rv is io n s kills. A n M L S o r e q u iv a le n t fro m an A L A -a c c re d ite d in stitu tio n is re q u ire d a n d a m in im u m o f th re e y e a rs o f p ro fe s s io n a l e x p e rie n c e o r e q u iv a le n t is e x p e c te d . K in g C o lle g e is a C h ris tia n lib e ra l arts c o lle g e affiliated w ith th e P resb yte ria n C h u rch /U S A . P osition to begin s u m m e r 2 0 0 1 . R e v ie w o f a p p lic a tio n s w ill begin in F e b ru a ry 2001 an d w ill co n tin u e u n til p o s itio n is fille d . P le a s e s u b m it le tte rs o f a p p lic a tio n w ith sta te m e n t o f C h ristia n fa ith an d y o u r unde rsta n d in g o f lib ra ry a n d info rm a ­ tion service s to : T im o th y E. Fulop, D ean o f th e Faculty, K in g C o lle g e , 1350 K ing C o lle g e R o a d , B ris to l, T N 3 7 6 2 0 . S e e w w w .k in g .e d u /lib ra ry fo r additional inform ation. Equal o p p o rtu n ity em ployer. D IR E C T O R O F L IB R A R Y . T h e N e w Y o rk S ta te H is to ric a l A s s o c ia tio n seeks a Library D ire cto r to provide overall adm inistration an d m an a g e m e n t o f its 8 5 ,0 0 0 -v o lu m e R e se a rch Lib ra ry s p e c ia liz in g in A m e ric a n an d N ew York S ta te history. T h e library, w hich is sta ffe d b y fiv e fu ll-tim e e m ployees, prim arily se rve s m u s e u m staff, g ra d u a te stu d e n ts, a n d A sso cia tio n m e m ­ bers. T h e A sso cia tio n ’s Library, F e nim ore A rt M use u m , an d T h e F arm ers’ M u se u m a re lo c a te d ju s t o u ts id e th e h is to ric v illa g e o f C o o p e rs to w n , situated o n th e shores o f O tsego Lake in beautiful u pstate N ew York. D uties include d e v e lo p m e n t a n d im p le m e n ta tio n o f a ll lib ra ry p o lic ie s a n d p ro c e ­ dures; d e v e lo p m e n t a n d o v e rs ig h t o f lib ra ry b u d g e t an d fin a n cia l a d m in is­ tration; m a n a g e m e n t o f all lib ra ry perso n n e l; c a re a n d m a in te n a n ce o f th e library’s co lle c tio n , in c lu d in g a c q u is itio n s , pre s e rv a tio n , a n d ca ta lo g in g ; d esign a n d d e liv e ry o f a ll lib ra ry s e rv ic e s , p u b lic p ro g ra m s , a n d e d u c a ­ tional e n d e a vo rs; a n d s election an d im p le m e n ta tio n o f a p p ro p ria te library te c h n o lo g ie s . T h e D ire c to r re p re s e n ts th e lib ra ry , s e rv in g a s a n in s titu ­ tional a d v o c a te in p ro fe ssio n a l a s s o c ia tio n s a n d p a rtic ip a te s in lo ng-term planning; ove rse e s p lanning an d im plem entation of capital im provem ents; a n d a s s is ts in fu n d ra is in g e ffo rts . Q u a lific a tio n s in c lu d e A L A -a c c re d ite d M L S d e g re e , u n d e rg ra d u a te d e g re e p re fe rre d in h is to ry o r rela te d to p ic ; m inim um o f five ye a rs ' professional e xperience in in creasingly responsible p o s itio n s p re fe ra b ly in a re s e a rc h o r p ro fe s s io n a l lib ra ry e n v iro n m e n t; e vid e n c e o f su c c e s s fu l e x p e rie n c e in lib ra ry m a n a g e m e n t a nd perso n n e l su p e rv is io n ; stro n g in te rp e rs o n a l a n d co m m u n ic a tio n s s kills; an d k n o w l­ e d g e o f a n d e x p e rie n c e w ith c o n te m p o ra ry lib ra ry te c h n o lo g ie s . T h is position o ffe rs a co m p e titiv e s a la ry a nd e xce lle n t b e n e fits pa cka g e . S end ré s u m é , re fe re n c e s , a n d c o v e r le tte r b y F e b ru a ry 2 8 ,2 0 0 1 , to : H u m a n R e so u rce s M ana g e r, N e w Y o r k S ta te H is to r ic a l A s s o c ia tio n , P .O . B ox 800, C ooperstow n, N Y 13326. D IR E C T O R , L IB R A R Y S E R V IC E S . T h e N a tio n a l H is p a n ic U n iv e rs ity is c o n d u c tin g a s e a rc h f o r a Lib ra ry S e rv ic e s D irector. (F o r inform ation abo u t N H U , p le a s e se e : h ttp ://n h u .e d u /.) T h e su c c e s s fu l ca n d id a te w ill h a ve an M L S fro m a n A L A -a c c re d ite d in s titu tio n a n d fiv e y e a rs o f p ro g re s s iv e ly re sp o n sib le exp e rie n ce in a ca d e m ic libraries. E xp e rie n ce in a w id e range o f lib ra ry fu n c tio n s , a s w e ll a s k n o w le d g e o f in fo rm a tio n te c h n o lo g y an d flu e n c y in S pa n ish , a re a plus. A m ore co m p le te a d ve rtise m e n t is available a t : http://nhu .e d u /lib ra ry/p o sitio n .h tm l. S e n d a le tte r a d d re s s in g th e q u a li fic a tio n s lis te d in th e c o m p le te ad , a ré s u m é , a n d c o n ta c t in fo rm a tio n (in c lu d in g e -m a il a d d re s s e s ) o f fiv e re fe re n c e s to : J o s e p h in e H a w k in s , V ic e P ro v o s t f o r A c a d e m ic A ffa irs ,T h e N a tio n a l H is p a n ic U n iv e rs ity , 14271 S to ry R o a d , S a n J o se , C A 9 5 127. A d d itio n a l c o n ta c t info rm a tio n : t e le p h o n e : ( 4 0 8 ) 2 7 3 - 2 6 9 0 ; f a x : ( 4 0 8 ) 2 5 4 - 2 3 6 9 ; e - m a il: JS H aw kins@ nhu.edu. E L E C T R O N IC R E S O U R C E S /S E R IA L S L IB R A R IA N . L o y o la U n iv e r­ s ity C h ic a g o s e e k s a c re a tiv e a n d e n e rg e tic p e rs o n to p ro v id e le a d e rsh ip in th e a c q u isitio n a n d ca ta lo g in g o f e le c tro n ic reso u rce s an d in c a ta lo g in g mailto:hr@crlmail.uchicago.edu http://www.king.edu/library http://nhu.edu/ http://nhu.edu/library/position.html mailto:JSHawkins@nhu.edu 240 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 THREE POSITIONS AVAILABLE George Mason University The University Libraries of George Mason University seeks to fill the following three (3) librarian positions: Head, Collection Development Provides leadership for all activities associated with the collection development and evaluation activities of a large university library system. Working closely with and reporting to the AUL for Resources and Collection Management Services (RCMS), the successful candidate will be responsible for collection development operations for four libraries across three campuses. The incumbent directly supervises 2.5 FTE. DUTIES INCLUDE: Coordination of the collection evaluation and development responsibilities of 20+ selectors and is chair of the system-wide collection development group; works closely with other library managers to help ensure excellent collections-related services for patrons; helps prepare proposals for the research materials budget (currently $4.2 million); recommends fund allocations and closely monitors budget execution; manages the electronic resources licensing operations; actively engage two consortia: VIVA (The Virtual Library of Virginia) and WRLC (Washington Research Library Consortium); prepare detailed reports and analyses, obtain collections data, and oversee mainte­ nance of collection development electronic data archive; manage multiple approval plans and may have subject liaison responsibilities, depending on interest and expertise. QUALIFICATIONS: REQUIRED: ALA-accredited MLS or ALA-recognized foreign equivalent; significant professional collection development experience in an academic library; in-depth knowledge of academic publishing: print and electronic; experience with large-scale or in-depth collection evaluation projects (RLG Conspectus a plus); demonstrated ability to coordinate peer responsibilities in a non- supervisory environment; excellent leadership and communication skills. PREFERRED: Excellent IT skills: Excel and Access; budgetary expertise; demonstrated supervisory experience; electronic resources management experience, especially with licensing; an advanced degree in an academic discipline. APPOINTMENT: 12-month Professional faculty appointment. Salary competitive, commensurate with experience, from a minimum of $40,000. Instruction Coordinator (Search Re-opened) Newly created position will develop and oversee a comprehensive information literacy program. The Coordinator will lead a planning process focused on infusing information literacy across the curriculum, working with library colleagues, faculty, and administrators. The Coordinator will be responsible for planning an instruction program transcending traditional library instruction, in collaboration with the university’s technology-across-the-curriculum initiative, the writing-across- the-curriculum program, and the general education program. Specific responsibilities include development and oversight of Web-based tutorials, course-related modules, one-on-one instruction initiatives, outreach to the campus on information literacy, and support of library staff involved in the instruction program. The Coordinator will have opportunities to collaborate with other campus units in developing the program, including the University's computing services, the Division of Instructional Improvement and Instructional Technologies, and the planned Teaching and Learning Center. The position reports to the Associate University Librarian for Public Services. (continued o n n e x t page) a n d d a ta b a s e m a in te n a n c e o f p rin t a n d m ic ro fo rm se ria l p u b lic a tio n s . R e p o rts th e H e a d o f th e n e w ly form ed A cquisitions an d Serials M an a g e ­ m e n t D epartm ent. R esp o n sib ilitie s: C o o rd in a te th e a c q u isitio n an d c a ta ­ lo g in g o f e le c tro n ic reso u rce s, m a in ta in b u s in e s s re la tio n s h ip s w ith v e n ­ d o rs o f e le c tro n ic re s o u rc e s , a s s is t in re v ie w in g a n d m a n a g in g lice n se in fo rm a tio n fo r e le c tro n ic re s o u rc e s , m o n ito r th e c o lle c tio n b u d g e t fo r e le ctro n ic resources, an d se rve o n th e co m m itte e th a t m a ke s d e c isio n s on e le c tro n ic re sources; p e rfo rm original ca ta lo g in g fo r print, m icroform , and e le c tro n ic s e ria l publica tio n s; su p e rv is e th e s e ria ls ca ta lo g in g unit, w hich in clu d e s tw o fu ll-tim e s ta ff m e m b e rs plus tw o p a rt-tim e stu d e n t assista n ts responsible fo r c o p y c a taloging an d d atabase m aintenance o f print, m icro­ fo rm , a n d e le c tro n ic s e ria l p u b lic a tio n s ; s e rv e a s th e lia is o n w ith o th e r lib ra ry d e p a rtm e n ts fo r s e ria l/se rie s-re la te d issu e s; p ro v id e le a d e rsh ip in d e ve lo p in g policies, p rocedures, a nd tra in in g inform ation fo r c ataloging o f print, m ic ro fo rm ,a n d e le c tro n ic s e ria ls ;w o rk in c o lla b o ra tio n w ith In form a­ tio n S e rvice s d e p a rtm e n ts to org a n ize an d repre se n t electronic resources in library databases and W e b pages; m o n ito r tre n d s a nd m aintain currency in e m e rg in g is s u e s in e le c tro n ic re s o u rc e s c a ta lo g in g , s e ria ls c a ta lo g ­ ing, an d m etadata, an d e va lu a te an d reco m m e n d n e w w a y s o f organizing e le c tro n ic re s o u rc e s ; se rve a s th e a s s is ta n t head o f th e A c q u is itio n s and S e ria ls M a n a g e m e n t D e p a rtm e n t and p la y a m a jo r ro le in th e overall m an a g e m e n t o f th e d e partm ent. Required Q ualifications: ALA-accredited M LS ; th re e y e a rs o f re le va n t lib ra ry e x p e rie n c e in s e ria ls ca ta lo g in g and/ o re le c tro n ic re sources; k n ow ledge o f A A C R 2 r, L C R I, M A R C , L C S H , and L C C N ; re c e n t e x p e rie n c e w ith in te g ra te d lib ra ry s y s te m s (p re fe ra b ly V o ya g e r) an d b ib lio g ra p h ic utilities; s u p e rv is o ry /m a n a g e ria l experience; s tro n g o rg a n iz a tio n a l s kills; e vid e n c e o f fle x ib ility a n d e ffe c tiv e p ro b le m ­ s o lv in g sk ills ; e x c e lle n t c o m m u n ic a tio n a n d in te rp e rs o n a l sk ills ; stro n g c o m p u te r s k ills in P C a p p lic a tio n s a n d th e In te rn e t. P re fe rre d : R eading k n o w le d g e o fo n e o r m o r e W e s te rn E u ro p e a n la n g u a g e s; k n o w le d g e of e s ta b lis h e d a n d e m e rg in g m e ta d a ta s ta n d a rd s (TE I, EA D , D ublin C ore, e tc .). T h e Lo y o la L ib ra ry s y s te m h a s o v e r 1.7 m illio n v o lu m e s in seven C&RLNews ■ February 2001 / 241 (c o n tin u e d fro m p re v io u s p a g e ) QUALIFICATIONS: REQUIRED: ALA-accredited MLS or foreign equivalent; at least two year’s professional experience in an academic library; demonstrated teaching ability; knowledge of information literacy concepts and issues; experience with instructional software; and demonstrated leadership ability. PREFERRED: A second master’s degree in a relevant subject field such as Education or Liberal Arts; and experience with at least one of the following: instructional design; Web-based education; assessment; or program planning. APPOINTMENT: 12-month professional faculty appointment. Salary competitive, commensurate with experience, from a minimum of $38,000. Social Sciences Reference & Instruction Liaison Librarian Prince William Campus Library (PWL) Provides general reference service (including evening and weekend rotation); provides individual and group instruction; develops instructional tools; designs Web-based information resources; assists patrons in use of electronic resources; develops collections; provides liaison services to the areas of Education; Health, Fitness, and Recreation Resources; administration of Justice and Criminal Justice; and Public Policy and Business; serves as the User Instruction Services Coordinator; and represents the University Library on committees, task forces, projects, etc. within the University Libraries, the Prince William Campus, the University, and, as appropriate, the community. Position reports to Head, Prince William Campus Library. At least one day per week may be required at other campus library sites. QUALIFICATIONS: REQUIRED: ALA-accredited MLS. Reference and instruction experience. Experience working with electronic information resources in a networked environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to meet requirements for reappointment and promotion. (http://www.gm u.edu/facstaff/libhandbook.htm l) PREFERRED: Collection development experience. Experience designing and maintaining instruc­ tional material and Web pages. Undergraduate subject degree, second master’s, or demonstrated knowledge in the social sciences. Report writing and electronic information management experi­ ence. Experience working in a corporate or special library a plus. APPOINTMENT: 12-month professional faculty appointment. Salary competitive, commensurate with experience, from a minimum of $35,000. EXCELLENT BENEFITS: Health plan options and paid life insurance; several retirement plans, including TIAA-CREF; 24 vacation days and 11 paid holidays; tuition waiver for self. APPLICATION: Send letter of application, résumé, and names, addresses (including e-mail), and phone numbers of three current references to: Chair, ‹Position Title› Search Committee Library Administration, MSN 2FL George Mason University Fairfax, VA 22030-4444 Review of applications will begin March 15, 2001. AA/EEO employer; minorities are encouraged to apply. lib ra rie s a n d a n FY01 c o lle c tio n b u d g e t o f o v e r 4 m illio n . In F Y 0 0 th e libraries s p e n t o v e r $60 0 ,0 0 0 on electronic resources. S a la ry fro m $36,000, d e p e n d in g on q u a lific a tio n s an d e x p e rie n c e . L ib ra rie s h a ve lim ite d fa c u lty s ta tu s , e a rn 2 0 v a c a tio n d a y s , a n d h a v e a s ta n d a rd p a c k a g e o f frin g e b e n e fits , in c lu d in g u n iv e rs ity c o n trib u tio n s to T IA A -C R E F , fu ll tu itio n be n e fits, a n d s ta n d a rd m e d ic a l/d e n ta l p la n s. Q u a lifie d a p p lic a n ts s h o u ld send a le tte r of a p plication, résu m é , an d th e na m e s, ad d re sse s, a n d pho n e n u m b e rs o f th re e re fe re n c e s to : E d w a rd A . W a rro , D e a n o f L ib ra rie s , C u d a h y Lib ra ry , L o y o la U n iv e rs ity C h ic a g o , 6 5 2 5 N. S h e rid a n R o a d , C hicago, IL 6 0 6 2 6 . R e v ie w o f a p p lic a tio n s w ill be g in o n F e b ru a ry 1 5 ,2 0 0 1 , a n d a p p lic a tio n s w ill b e a c c e p te d until th e p o s itio n is fille d . Lo y o la U n iv e r s ity C h ic a g o is an affirm a tive a ction, e q u a l o p p o rtu n ity educa to r/e m p lo ye r. E L E C T R O N IC S E L E C T IO N L IB R A R IA N . K re s g e e -L ib ra ry a t th e U n i­ v e rs ity o f M ic h ig a n B u s in e s s S c h o o l s e e k s a d y n a m ic , fo rw a rd -th in k in g in d iv id u a l w ith s tro n g te c h n ic a l s k ills to s tre n g th e n th e e -L ib ra ry ’S c o lle c ­ tio n d e v e lo p m e n t p ro g ra m . T h e U n iv e rs ity o f M ich ig a n B u s in e s s S ch o o l is lo ca te d in A n n A rb o r on th e C entral C a m p u s o f th e U niversity. C o n siste n tly ra te d in th e to p te n a m o n g U .S . s c h o o ls o ffe rin g M B A p ro g ra m s , th e B u s in e s s S c h o o l is c o m m itte d to in n o v a tio n a n d th e u s e o f a d v a n c e d te c h n o lo g ie s . T h e K re s g e e -L ib ra ry p ro v id e s a w id e a rra y o f p rin t a n d e le c tro n ic re s o u rc e s an d th u s is an in te g ra l p a rt o f th e in fo rm a tio n te c h n o l­ o g y in fra s tru c tu re o f th e s c h o o l. F o r m o re in fo rm a tio n , v is it th e e -L ib ra ry 's W e b s ite at: h ttp ://lib .b u s .u m ic h .e d u . R esp o n sib ilitie s: W o rk in c lo s e c o o p ­ e ra tio n w ith a p p ro p ria te p e rs o n n e l in a ll e -L ib ra ry d e p a rtm e n ts a n d R e la ­ tio n s h ip M a n a g e m e n t U n its to e s ta b lis h c o lle c tio n p rio ritie s ; le a d an d c o o rd in a te th e sele ctio n , e v aluation, d e cisio n m aking, an d im p lem entation o f a c c e s s to a ll e le c tro n ic a n d p rin t re s o u rc e s in a ll b u s in e s s s u b je c t are a s in w h ic h th e B u s in e s s S c h o o l c o n d u c ts te a c h in g a n d re se a rch ; n e g o tia te p ric in g a n d lic e n s in g a g re e m e n ts a n d a c t a s th e p rim a ry c o n ta c t in th a t a re a f o r the e -L ib ra ry ; m a n a g e th e e le c tro n ic a n d p rin t re s o u rc e s b u d g e t in c o n s u lta tio n w ith th e e -L ib ra ry D ire cto r; w o rk w ith v e n d o rs , c a ta lo g e rs , http://www.gmu.edu/facstaff/libhandbook.html http://lib.bus.umich.edu 242 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 C&RL News ■ February 2001 / 243 INFORMATION SERVICES LIBRARIAN Oakland University The Oakland University Library seeks an energetic and enthusiastic individual to provide general reference and instruction services as well as collection development to support the academic programs of the university. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Work closely with faculty and students to expand the use of information resources through in-depth consultation and effective instruction and reference services; assist with collection develop­ ment activities and serve as liaison to selected academic units; assist with the development and integration of Web-based resources for collection development, library instruction, and reference services; fulfill scholarship and service requirements for promotion and tenure. Additional responsibilities will be based upon the library’s needs and the successful candidate's qualifications and interests. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • ALA-accredited MLS degree; and the following as evidenced by coursework, previous work experience, professional development, or extracurricular activities: • Demonstrated knowledge of a wide range of print and electronic information resources. • Strong interest in teaching and the development of library collections both print and electronic. • Ability to plan, initiate, and implement effective programs, projects, or services. • Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to work with diverse faculty, staff, and students. • Potential to meet library’s requirements for promotion and tenure. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Previous teaching, reference, and/or collection development experience. • Experience with HTML, multimedia, and instructional technologies. • Scholarly publications; participation in professional organizations. RANK, SALARY, BENEFITS: Tenure-track, eight-month academic year, bargaining-unit faculty appointment. Tenure dependent upon job performance, scholarship, and service. Professorial rank and salary determined by credentials and experience, with a minimum salary of $34,000. Excellent fringe benefits program including TIAA-CREF and Fidelity retirement plans. GENERALINFORMATION: Oakland University is a comprehensive, state-supported institution of approximately 15,000 students that offers a diverse set of academic programs at the baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral levels. The university is located 30 m iles north of D etroit on a 1 ,500-acre campus. F o r m ore in fo rm a tio n , s e e th e O a k la n d U n iv e rs ity L ib ra ry W eb s ite at: h ttp :// w w w .k l.o a k la n d .e d u . APPLICATIONS: Send letter of application, résumé, and names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three current professional references to: Elaine K. Didier, Dean Search Committee 300 Kresge Library Oakland University Rochester, Ml 48309-4484 E-mail: salomon@oakland.edu Fax: (248) 370-2474 R eview of a p p lica tio ns w ill begin on March 15, 2001, and continue until the position is fille d . Oakland University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. http://www.kl.oakland.edu mailto:salomon@oakland.edu 244 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 ASSOCIATE D E A N O F LIBRARY SERVICES FOR T E C H N IC A L SERVICES Harry A. Sprague Library R eports to th e dean o f L ib ra ry Services a nd is part o f a m a na g e m en t team w ith th e dean and associate dean fo r P u b lic Services. Associate dean oversees th e D iv is io n o f T e ch n ica l Services th a t inclu d es the departm ent o f C o lle c tio n D e ve lo p m e n t/A cq u isitio n s, C ataloging, C irc u la tio n , and G o ve rn m e n t D ocum ents. Duties and Responsibilities: Plan n ing , im p le m e n tin g , a nd e v a lu a tin g d iv is io n a l a nd lib ra ry p o lic ie s and p rocedures. Fostering goal-se ttin g and e ffe c tiv e and e ffic ie n t o p e ra tio n s in departm ents. D e v e lo p in g and m o n ito rin g budgets. M a n a g in g h um a n resources. O ve rse e in g D R A system in c lu d in g m ig ra tio n to w eb-based e n v iro n m e n t, fa c ilita tin g c o m m u n ic a tio n w ith in th e D iv is io n a nd b e tw e e n T e ch n ica l Services and P u b lic Services. P ro vid in g lea d e rship in th e L ib ra ry a nd th e U n iv e rs ity . P rim ary lia ison w ith O C LC , PALINET, and D R A . Service on lib ra ry and ca m pu s co m m itte es. Q u a lific a tio n s : A n MLS o r e q u iv a le n t fro m an A L A a ccre d ite d lib ra ry p ro g ra m . A second m aster's is re q u ire d; d o c to ra te is p referred. Three to fiv e years o f sig n ific a n t prog re ssively responsible a d m in is tra tiv e e xp e rie n c e in a ca d e m ic lib ra rie s, in c lu d in g d e v e lo p in g a n d m o n ito rin g budgets, m a na g ing p e rso n n e l, and im p le m e n tin g te c h n o lo g y . K n o w le dg e o f lib ra ry systems. A b ility to foster a c o lla b o ra tiv e and co o p e ra tive w o r k e n v iro n m e n t. C o m m itm e n t to professional and staff d e ve lo p m e n t. E xcellent w ritte n , o ra l, a nd in te rp e rso na l c o m m u n ic a tio n skills. In itia tiv e and c r e a tiv ity . C o m m itm e n t to se rvice to stu d e n ts, fa c u lty , a nd th e p u b lic . C o m m itm e n t to m u ltic u ltu ra lis m and d iv e rs ity . Evidence o f professional p a rtic ip a tio n and c o n trib u tio n s . Salary Range: $ 5 7 ,6 9 3 - $ 8 6 ,5 3 9 . Salary is co m m e n su ra te w ith q u a lific a tio n s and expe rie nce . 1 2 -m o n th p o s itio n . C om p re h en sive benefits package. The L ib ra ry: Sprague L ib ra ry c o lle c tio n s co n ta in o ver 4 0 0 ,0 0 0 vo lu m e s, o ver 2 ,5 0 0 cu rren t subscriptions, substantial m ic ro fo rm and m u ltim e d ia c o lle c tio n s , and a g ro w in g n u m b e r o f o n lin e resources. The m aterials budget is in excess o f $ 1 ,0 0 0 ,0 0 0 . The L ib ra ry is a d m in iste re d b y a Dean o f L ibrary Services, A ssociate Dean for Te ch n ica l Services, and Associate D ean for P u b lic Services. The staff consists o f 16 FT lib ra ria n s, 25 FT classified staff, 1 a d m in is tra tiv e staff, and student em ployees. For m o re in fo rm a tio n see th e U n iv e rs ity ’ s w eb site : h ttp ://w w w .m o n tc la ir.e d u , "N e w s and In fo ." A p p ly by: February 2 3, 2001 to re ceive first co n sid e ra tio n , b ut a p p lic a tio n s w i l l . c o n tin u e to be accepted u n til th e p o s itio n is fille d . Send letter of application; curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone and fax numbers, and e-m ail addresses o f three professional references (in c lu d e V -n u m b e r) to: D r. Judith Lin H u n t, D ean o f L ib ra ry Services, H a rry A . Sprague L ib ra ry, M o n tc la ir State U n iv e rs ity , Box C 31 6 -V # 4 5 /C R L ,U p p e r M o n tc la ir, NJ 0 7 0 4 3 . An Equal O pportunity/Affirm ative Action Institution w ww.mon tclair. edu a n d e -L ib ra ry s y s te m s s ta ff to in itia te a n d m a in ta in a c c e s s to e le c tro n ic re sources; c o m p ile repo rts fro m th e In n o p a c Lib ra ry A u to m a tio n S y s te m to m o n ito r u s e o f e -L ib ra ry reso u rce s; o c c a s io n a lly pro vid e re fe re n ce se rvice fo r L ib ra ry p a tro n s v ia e -L ib ra ry ’s In fo rm a tio n D e s k a n d v irtu a l “ c h a t re fe re n ce ” s e rv ic e ; p a rtic ip a te in th e g e n e ra l m a n a g e m e n t a n d th e d e v e l­ o p m e n t o f e -L ib ra ry po licie s a n d p ro ce d u re s a s a p p ro p ria te ; p e rfo rm o th e r d u tie s a s a s s ig n e d . R e q u ire d Q u a lific a tio n s : A L A -a c c re d ite d m a s te r’s d e g re e in L ibrary/lnform ation S cience; m in im u m o f fo u r y e a rs o f substantial a nd p ro g re s s iv e ly m o re re s p o n s ib le e x p e rie n c e in s e le ctio n a n d collection d e v e lo p m e n t responsibilities, prefe ra b ly in an a c a d e m ic e n viro n m e n t; s ig ­ n ific a n t s e le c tio n e x p e rie n c e w ith p rin t a n d e le c tro n ic b u s in e s s a n d e c o ­ n o m ic resources; d e m o n stra te d analytical, interpersonal, an d c o m m u n ic a ­ tio n s k ills , b o th v e rb a l a n d w ritte n ; re le v a n t e x p e rie n c e in n e g o tia tin g c o m p le x v e n d o r a g re e m e n ts ; c o lle ctio n d e v e lo p m e n t e x p e rie n c e pa rticu ­ la rly in th e e le c tro n ic e n v iro n m e n t; d e m o n s tra te d a b ility to w o rk c o o p e ra ­ tiv e ly in a c o lla b o ra tiv e te a m a p p ro a c h ; s y s te m a tic a p p ro a c h to w o rk , atte n tio n to detail, a n d a b ility to m a n a g e a b road v a rie ty o f ta s k s an d shifting p rio ritie s . D e s ire d Q u a lific a tio n s : D e g re e in B u s in e s s A d m in is tra tio n or c lo s e ly re lated fie ld ; p rio r e x p e rie n c e in a n a c a d e m ic library; kn o w le d g e of a p p ro v a l plans. T o a p p ly f o r th is p o sitio n : S e n d c o v e r le tte r (o p tio n a l) an d tw o c o p ie s o f y o u r p e rs o n a l ré s u m é to th e fo llo w in g a d d re s s : S c h o o l of B u s in e s s A d m in is tra tio n , K re s g e B u s in e s s A d m in is tra tio n L ib ra ry , A ttn : T o m a le e D o a n , 701 T a p p a n K -3 3 3 0 , A n n A rb o r, M l 4 8 1 0 9 -1 2 3 4 . T he U n iv e rs ity o f M ic h ig a n is a n e q u a l o p p o rtu n ity , a ffirm a tiv e a c tio n e m ­ ployer. H E A D O F P U B L IC S E R V IC E S . T h e L y d ia M. O ls o n L ib ra ry a t N o rth e rn M ic h ig a n U n iv e rs ity s e e k s a p p lic a n ts f o r a H e a d o f P u b lic S e rv ic e s . W e a re se e k in g a ve rs a tile a n d d y n a m ic p e rs o n to le a d lib ra ry P u b lic S e rvice s in a T h in k p a d ® U n ive rsity e n viro n m e n t— th e first public unive rsity in M ichi­ ga n to e m b a rk on a ‘la p to p ca m p u s” initiative. T h is position a d m in is te rs th e P u b lic S e rv ic e s o f O ls o n Libra ry, w h ic h in c lu d e th e p la n n in g a n d su p e rv i­ s io n o f s ta ff a n d a c tiv itie s o f C irc u la tio n , In te rlib ra ry L o a n , R e s e rv e s , R e fe re n ce , L ib ra ry Instru ctio n , R e fe re n c e C o m p u te r S e rv ic e s , Research S u p p o rt S e rvice s, D o c u m e n ts a n d M aps, an d L ib ra ry D ista n ce E ducation S e rv ic e s ; p ro v id e s re fe re n c e a n d in s tru c tio n a s n e e d e d a n d s e rv e s a s a re s o u rc e p e rs o n to a ll P u b lic S e rv ic e s u n its. Q u a lific a tio n s : A L A -a c c re d ite d m a s te r’s d e g re e ; th re e to fiv e y e a rs o f a c a d e m ic (c o lle g e - o r u n iv e r­ s ity -a ffilia te d ) lib ra ry e x p e rie n c e in a t le a s t o n e P u b lic S e rv ic e s area; e x p e rie n c e in c o o rd in a tin g a n d s u p e rv is in g P u b lic S e rv ic e s s u c h as In te rlib ra ry Loa n , C irc u la tio n , R e fe re n c e , L ib ra ry In s tru c tio n , R e fe re n c e C o m p u te r S e rv ic e s , o r D o c u m e n ts a n d M a p s ; re fe re n c e a n d cla s s ro o m instruction e xperience; d e m o n stra te d ability to w o rk effe ctive ly w ith fa culty, s tu d e n ts , an d co lle a g u e s ; e ffe c tiv e ora l a n d w ritte n c o m m u n ic a tio n skills. http://www.montclair.edu C&RL News ■ February 2001/245 DEAN OF LIBRARY AFFAIRS Southern Illinois University Carbondale Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC) invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of Library Affairs. The Dean is chief academic and administrative officer of Library Affairs, serves as a member of the Deans’ Council, and reports to the Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Research. Units within Library Affairs include: Public and Collection Development Services, Special Collections and Development Services, Technical and Automation Services, Library Support Services, and the Ulysses S. Grant Association. Morris Library is a centralized, subject-division library of more than 2.6 million volumes, 3.5 million microform units, and over 12,500 current periodicals and serials. Library Affairs staff consists of 31 faculty, 10 administrative/professional staff, and 70 civil service employees. The University and the Library faculty and staff seek a Dean with excellent leadership and interpersonal skills and the ability to articulate a vision for the library. Successful candidates must have had professional experience in academic librarianship and a record of scholarly/research accomplishments. Southern Illinois University Carbondale is located in the Shawnee National Forest region of southern Illinois. Carbondale, a university-centered community with a population of 25,000, is located approximately 100 miles southeast of St. Louis and 180 miles north of Memphis. The area enjoys an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities plus social and cultural activities associated with a major university. SIUC, with an enrollment of more than 22,000 students, is a comprehensive university that includes a medical school, a law school, and a branch campus in Nakajo, Japan. QUALIFICATIONS: Applications must provide evidence of the following: Master's degree in library and/or information science from an ALA-accredited library program. At least 10 years of professional academic library experience, including at least five years in a position of significant upper-level administrative responsibility. Demonstrated record of successful managerial leadership with the ability to communicate effectively and work with a diverse University community. Significant experience with automated library technology and networking, plus current and emerging information technologies and trends in the profession. Leadership ability in the integration of new technologies with traditional materials and services to fulfill the Library’s mission. Academic preparation, professional training and experience, and scholarly/research accomplishments commensurate with appointment at the full professor faculty rank. Active participation in state, regional, and national library and professional activities. Commitment to the principles and practice of shared governance within Library Affairs and the academic community and an obvious enthusiasm for the academic instruction and research activities of faculty, staff, and students. Ability to foster collaborative relationships and promote a positive work environment for faculty and staff. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Earned doctorate in library and/or information science, or another earned graduate degree. Knowledge and experience in obtaining external funding through preparation and submission of grant applications and through development programs. Knowledge and experience with the planning, funding, and construction of a major library addition and/or a building renovation. APPLICATIONS: An application will consist of a letter of application, current vita, and the names and contact information of at least three references. Review of applications will begin February 26, 2001. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Projected appointment date is July 1,2001. Salary is competitive. To see a complete position description, please visit our Web site at: http://www.lib.siu.edu/hp/about/career/. Address correspondence to: Susan Logue Chairperson, Search Committee for Dean, Library Affairs Office of the Provost Academic Affairs Mail Code 4305 Southern Illinois University Carbondale Carbondale, IL 62901-4305 E-mail: mhaworth@siu.edu; phone: (618) 453-1838; fax: (618) 453-3340 SIUC is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. http://www.lib.siu.edu/hp/about/career/ mailto:mhaworth@siu.edu 246 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 M cKendree DIRECTOR OF THE LIBRARY College McKendree College (Search Re-Opened) McKendree College is seeking applications for the position of Director of Holman Library. The director reports to the provost and dean of the college, supervises the staff, and acts as the representative and spokesperson for the library. The director will be expected to provide the vision and leadership to steer the continued development of the library in a time of rapid change. A key task will be the integration of emerging technologies and electronic resources with the traditional collections of the library. Founded in 1828, McKendree is Illinois’ oldest college and the oldest college in the nation with continuous ties to the Methodist church. It is a four-year liberal arts college with a nonsectarian curriculum, located in Lebanon, Illinois, 23 miles east of St. Louis, Missouri, and within 45 minutes of four major universities and other cultural benefits of the metropolitan area. The college has experienced significant growth and development over the past six years. The library’s primary purpose is to serve the 1,300 students and 63 full-time faculty of the Lebanon campus. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION: • A master’s in library science from an ALA-accredited program, with work toward an advanced degree preferred. • Administrative experience at an academic library. • Ability to respond and plan creatively. • Experience in the use and management of electronic library resources • Ability to work closely and cooperatively with faculty, administration, and students to make the library a welcoming place and to keep the library central to the academic mission of the college. Send letter and c.v. only by March 1, 2001, to: David G. Brailow Chair, Library Search Committee McKendree College Lebanon. IL 62254 A se c o n d m a s te r’s d e g re e is h ig h ly d e s ira b le . T h is is a fu ll-tim e , 12 -m o n th te n u re tra c k fa c u lty a p p o in tm e n t a t th e A ssista n t P ro fe sso r level. S a la ry w ill b e com petitive an d com m e n su ra te w ith e xperience an d qualifications. S end le tte r o f a p p lic a tio n w ith ré s u m é , tra n s c rip ts , a n d n a m e s o f a t le a s t th ree re fe re n c e s to : S e a rc h C o m m itte e , L y d ia M . O ls o n L ib ra ry , N o r th e r n M ic h ig a n U n iv e r s ity , 1401 P re s q u e Isle A v e n u e , M a rq u e tte , M l 4 9 8 5 5 . L e tte rs o f a p p lic a tio n m u s t a d d re s s a p p lic a n t's q u a lific a tio n s a n d e x p e ri­ e n c e w ith re s p e c t to th is p o s itio n . A p p lic a n t re v ie w b e g in s A p ril 1 6 ,2 0 0 1 , a n d c o n tin u e s u n til th e p o s itio n is fille d . N M U is a n e q u a l o p p o rtu n ity , a ffirm a tiv e a c tio n e m p lo y e r a n d is s tro n g ly c o m m itte d to in c re a s in g th e d iv e rs ity o f its fa cu lty. IN F O R M A T IO N L IT E R A C Y L IB R A R IA N . W .W . H a g e rty Library, D rexel U niversity, h a s a n o p e n in g f o r a n Info rm a tio n L ite ra c y Librarian to ove rse e a c o m p re h e n sive info rm a tio n literacy p ro g ra m d e sig n e d to m e e t th e ne e d s o f o n -c a m p u s a n d d is ta n c e s tu d e n ts , sta ff, a n d fa c u lty . R e s p o n s ib ilitie s include th e d e v e lo p m e n t a nd c o o rd in a tio n o f in-p e rso n an d a syn c h ro n o u s b ib lio g ra p h ic in s tru c tio n c o u rs e s , le a rn e r-fo c u s e d W e b -b a s e d tu to ria ls , o n e -o n -o n e in s tru c tio n p ro g ra m s , p u b lic a tio n s to s u p p o rt in fo rm a tio n literacy efforts, an d th e pro m o tio n o f library-faculty partn e rsh ip s to increase in fo rm a tio n lite ra c y in th e u n iv e rs ity co m m u n ity . Q u a lific a tio n s in c lu d e an M L S d e g re e fro m an A L A -a c c re d ite d institu tio n , a m in im u m o f th re e y e a rs ’ lib ra ry o r e q u iv a le n t e x p e rie n ce , b ib lio g ra p h ic in stru ctio n o r lib ra ry e d u c a ­ tio n e x p e rie n c e , stro n g o ra l a n d w ritte n p re s e n ta tio n a n d co m m u n ic a tio n sk ills , a n d e x p e rie n c e w ith in s tru c tio n a l so ftw a re , In te rn e t te c h n o lo g ie s , a n d ped a g o g y. A m aster’s d e g re e in a re le va n t s u b je c t a rea, te a c h in g , an d in fo rm a tio n s e rv ic e s e x p e rie n c e p re fe rre d . D e a d lin e : Fe b ru a ry 2 8 ,2 0 0 1 . S u b m it le tte r o f a p p lic a tio n , in c lu d in g th e p o s itio n n u m b e r 2 0 1 4 5 9 , a ré s u m é , a n d th e n a m e s , a d d re s s e s , a n d te le p h o n e n u m b e rs o f th re e re fe re n c e s to : J e n n ife r B ru e n , H u m a n R e s o u rc e s D e p a rtm e n t, D re x e l U n iv e r s ity , 3141 C h e s tn u t S treet, Philadelphia, P A 19104. Drexel U niver­ s ity is an A A /E E O em p lo ye r. L IF E S C IE N C E S L IB R A R IA N . In s tru c to r/A s s is ta n V A s s o c ia te P ro fe s ­ s o r. Q u e e n s C o lle g e , C U N Y . In a co lle g ia l e n v iro n m e n t th e Life S c ie n c e s L ib ra ria n p ro v id e s c o lle c tio n d e v e lo p m e n t a n d in s tru c tio n a l s u p p o rt to d e p a rtm e n ts o f th e Division o f M a th e m a tics an d N atural S ciences, gen e ra l re fe re n c e s e rv ic e , a n d te a c h e s in th e lib ra ry ’s in s tru c tio n a l p ro g ra m . R e q u ire m e n ts : M a s te r’s d e g re e fro m a n A L A -a c c re d ite d p ro g ra m ; s ig ­ n ific a n t c o u rs e w o rk in th e life s c ie n c e s , o r lib ra ry re fe re n c e a n d c o lle ctio n d e v e lo p m e n t e x p e rie n c e in th e life s c ie n c e s , o r c o m b in a tio n o f b o th . A t Q u e e n s C o lle g e th e s e fie ld s a re: b io lo g y , p s y c h o lo g y , n u tritio n , e x e rc is e physio lo g y, sp e e c h a n d h e a rin g pa th o lo g y. E x p e rie n c e in te a c h in g library a n d In te rn e t s k ills in fo rm a l c la s s s e ttin g s . E x p e rie n c e u s in g e le c tro n ic re s o u rc e s in re fe re n c e a n d in s tru c tio n . P re fe rre d : D e g re e in th e life s c ie n c e s . E x p e rie n c e w ith W e b s ite d e s ig n /m a in te n a n c e . M L S a n d a se c o n d m a s te r’s d e g re e re q u ire d f o r a p p o in tm e n ta s A s s is ta n t/A s s o c ia te P ro fe s s o r (te n u re -tra c k p o sitio n s). A p p o in tm e n t a s In stru cto r is a n annual a p p o in tm e n t fo r up to fiv e y e a rs . S a la ry : A s s is ta n t P ro fe s s o r $ 3 2 ,7 0 3 - 58,811; A ssociate Professor, $ 4 2 ,6 1 6 -6 8 ,6 2 8 ; ln s tructor$29,997-$4 8,284, fo r 12 m o n th s , c o m m e n s u ra te w ith e x p e rie n c e . C lo s in g D a te : A p ril 11, 2 0 0 1 ; A n tic ip a te d A p p o in tm e n t D a te : S u m m e r 2 0 0 1 . P le a s e M ail: C o v e r le tte r, c u rric u lu m vita e , a n d n a m e s o f fo u r re fe re n c e s w ith c u rre n t te le - phone/fax num bers to : Chair, S earch Com m ittee, Rosenthal Library, Q u e e n s C o lle g e , 6 5 -3 0 K is s e n a B o u le v a rd , F lu s h in g , N Y 1 1 3 6 7 -1 5 9 7 . Q u e e n s C o lle g e is an A A /E O E /A D A e m p lo y e r. F o r in fo rm a tio n o n th e Q u e e n s C o lle g e Library, se e : w w w .q c .e d u /L ib ra ry /. M A T H E M A T IC A L S C IE N C E S A N D G E N E R A L S C IE N C E S L IB R A R ­ IA N . R e s p o n s ib ilitie s : R e s p o n s ib le fo r m a n a g e m e n t o f th e M a th e m a tica l S c ie n c e s L ib ra ry . S e rv e s a s lia is o n w ith fa c u lty in th e M a th e m a tic s , S tatistics, an d C o m p u te r S cie n ce D epartm ents a n d d e v e lo p s co lle ctio n s in b oth p rin t a n d e le c tro n ic fo rm a ts. Plans, d e v e lo p s , a n d im p le m e n ts o n g o ­ in g a n d in n o v a tiv e s e rv ic e s . In s tru c ts fa c u lty a n d s tu d e n ts in th e e ffe ctive u s e o f lo c a l a n d re m o te p rin t an d e le c tro n ic reso u rce s. D e v e lo p s in fo rm a ­ tio n lite ra c y p ro g ra m s fo r u s e rs a s in te g ra l p a rt o f in fo rm a tio n lite ra c y c u rric u lu m . C o lla b o ra te s in th e d e v e lo p m e n t o f th e G e n e ra l S c ie n c e s c o lle ctio n . P a rticip a te s in d e v e lo p m e n t a n d d e liv e ry o f in fo rm a tio n literacy in s tru c tio n fo r u n d e rg ra d u a te s c ie n c e m a jo rs . C o lla b o ra te s w ith fe llo w m e m b e rs o f th e L ib ra rie s ’ E n g in e e rin g a n d P h y s ic a l S c ie n c e s C lu s te r. P a rtic ip a te s in L ib ra rie s ’ w id e pla n n in g a n d m a n a g e m e n t th ro u g h c o n su l­ ta tiv e c o m m itte e a n d te a m s tru c tu re s . R e p o rts to th e S c ie n c e L ib ra ria n . M e m b e rs o f th e L ib ra rie s fa c u lty m u s t m e e t P u rd u e re q u ire m e n ts fo r pro m o tio n an d tenure. R e quirem ents: A L A -a c c re d ite d M LS . B achelor*sor a d v a n c e d d e g re e in m a th e m a tica l s c ie n c e s o r a re la te d fie ld , o r a d e m o n ­ s tra te d k n o w le d g e o f th e m a th e m a tic a l s c ie n c e s lite ra tu re th ro u g h a http://www.qc.edu/Library/ C&RL News ■ February 2001 / 247 RTHE STAUTE UTNIV ERGSITY OEF N ERW JERSSEY RUTGERS UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES The New Brunswick Campus Libraries seek knowledgeable, creative and highly motivated individuals for the following positions: S o c i a l S c i e n c e s / E d u c a t i o n L i b r a r i a n : Provides general public services to users in the New Brunswick Libraries’ digital environment as subject specialist fo r the field of education. Major responsi­ bilities include proactive, enthusiastic liaison with the faculty and students of the Graduate School of Education; collection development, including oversight of, and selection fo r a curriculum materials col­ lection; library instruction and one-on-one consultations fo r education students. Opportunity to promote collaboration between the Libraries and the K-8 urban setting. Advanced degree in education or one of the social sciences preferred, but other expertise in the field of education may be acceptable. Experience at an institution with a teacher education program highly desirable. (APP # 1 4 8 ) D i g i t a l I n i t i a t i v e s L i b r a r i a n : Provides leadership and training in information technologies and serves as resource person in the utilization of tools and formats appropriate fo r digital library initiatives, including web-based reference and instruction, electronic publishing of databases and journals, and inte­ grating the use of advanced tools and applications o f multimedia. The position will be initially based at the Douglass Library, w hich is experimenting with new models of reference service and instruction and has d ir e c t lin k to th e s e rv ic e s o f th e S c h o la r ly C o m m u n ic a tio n C e n te r (http://scc01.rutgers.edu/scchom e). Douglass Library w ill be undergoing a m ajor renovation, D-21 Douglass Library for the 21st Century (http://sccO1.rutgers.edu/D21), including plans to house media services, perform ing arts and w om e n ’s studies. Relevant experience in the development of digital libraries and information technologies required. (APP # 1 4 9 ) I n s t r u c t i o n a l S e r v i c e s L i b r a r i a n (two positions): Provides instructional services and leadership in the New Brunswick Libraries’ digital environment, serving on a team developing digital initiatives fo r a diverse population, including distance learners. Major responsibilities include instructional design, teach­ ing, and serving as liaison to appropriate university groups. One position, based at Alexander Library, R u tg e rs ’ S o cia l S cie n ce s & H u m a n itie s L ib ra ry , w ill c o o rd in a te in s tru c tio n a l s e rv ic e s and outreach efforts. The second, based at Kilmer Library, an undergraduate library with extensive business resources and plans to develop a major center for instructional technology, will emphasize the applica­ tion o f technology fo r undergraduate instruction. Advanced degree in education or liberal arts preferred. Experience with relevant information technologies required. (APP # 1 5 0 ) All positions will collaborate with faculty on digital library initiatives, provide reference service (including evenings and weekends) and library instruction fo r the New Brunswick Libraries; participate in the user education program , and developm ent/m aintenance o f WW W pages. Research, pub licatio n , and involvement in professional associations are expected. These tenure track positions require master's degree from an ALA accredited institution. Minimum salary fo r Librarian III positio n starts at $ 4 2 ,3 6 9 . For co m ple te p o sitio n p rofile s, see o u r W ebsite at http://www.libraries.rutgers.edu/ under “ News and Events” . Candidates applying by February 29, 2001 w ill receive firs t consideration. Submit resume, cover letter, and names o f three references to: Sandra Troy (APP # ) , Libraries Personnel Officer, Rutgers University Libraries, 169 College Ave., New B runsw ick, NJ 0 8901; FAX: 7 3 2 -9 3 2 -7 6 3 7 ; e-m ail: stroy@ rci.rutgers.edu. Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity. http://scc01.rutgers.edu/scchome http://sccO1.rutgers.edu/D21 http://www.libraries.rutgers.edu/ mailto:stroy@rci.rutgers.edu 248 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 ASSOCIATE DEAN OF THE LIBRARY Oakland University (Search Extended) Oakland University, a comprehensive, state-supported institution of 15,000 students, seeks applications and nominations for the position of Associate Dean of the University Library. The Associate Dean reports to the Dean of the Library and is responsible for assisting the Dean in the general administration of the Library and oversight of the $3.2M budget and 34-member staff. This is a tenure-track position at the associate or full professor level. Primary duties include working in close collaboration with program coordinators and unit supervisors to coordinate day-to-day operations and services of the Library; overseeing personnel matters; assisting with budget development and management; coordinating communication and outreach efforts; planning and management of special projects; overseeing library technology infrastructure and online services; assisting with fundraising and grant writing; helping to develop and maintain collaborative relationships and partnerships with other libraries and consortia, and representing the Library to internal and external constituencies. The Associate Dean will work in a collegial atmosphere where planning, teamwork, and cooperation are emphasized. REQUIREDQUALIFICATIONS: An ALA-accredited master's degree in library/information science; evidence of significant profes­ sional achievement; record of increasingly responsible administrative/management experience and accomplishments in an academic or other library setting; excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills; excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills; broad knowledge of issues and trends impacting academic libraries and understanding of the emerging library technologies; record of scholarship appropriate for award of an associate professorship or above, with tenure, at Oakland University; evidence of progressively responsible participation and leadership in professional service activities; strong commitment to diversity. RANK, SALARY, BENEFITS: Tenure-track, 12-month appointment. Professorial rank determined by credentials and experience. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent fringe benefits program, 22 days' vacation, TIAA-CREF and Fidelity retirement plans. APPLICATIONS: Send letter of application, résumé, and names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three current professional references to: Elaine K. Didier, Dean Associate Dean Search Committee Kresge Library, Oakland University Rochester, Ml 48309-4484 Email Inquiries to Mildred Merz, Chair of Search Committee Email: merz@oakland.edu Fax: (248) 370-2474 Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2001, and continue until the position is filled. Oakland University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. For more information about the University Library see, the library’s Web site: www.kl.oakland.edu. c o m b in a tio n o f e d u ca tio n a l backg ro u n d e nd e x p e rie n ce . D esired Q u a lifi­ c a tio n s : E x c e lle n t g ra s p o f in fo rm a tio n ne e d s in m a th e m a tics, s ta tis tic s , c o m p u te r science, an d of u n d e rg ra d u a te s c ie n c e m ajors. En th u sia sm fo r n e w m e th o d s o f d isse m in a tin g scie n tific inform ation. D em o n stra te d inter­ e s t in th e a p p lic a tio n s o f c u rre n t a n d e m e rg in g te c h n o lo g ie s to m e e t th e c h a n g in g ne e d s o f use rs. T w o y e a rs ’ re c e n t e x p e rie n c e w ith co lle c tio n m a n a g e m e n t, re fe re n ce , o r in s tru c tio n in a n a c a d e m ic o r s p e c ia l library. S tro n g s e rv ic e o rie n ta tio n . E x c e lle n t c o m m u n ic a tio n a n d pre s e n ta tio n s k ills a n d a b ility to w o rk w ell w ith all le v e ls o f users an d staff. D em onstrated c o m m itm e n t to u s e r in s tru c tio n a n d to c o n s u lta tio n w ith u s e rs on th e ir inform ation m a n a g e m e n t needs. S u pervisory experience. Salary: $32,000 an d a b o v e , d e p e n d in g upo n q u a lific a tio n s . S ta tu s an d B e n e fits: F a cu lty s ta tu s a n d re s p o n s ib ilitie s . R a n k o f A s s is ta n t P ro fe s s o r. 12 -m o n th a p ­ p o in tm e n t w ith a n n u a l v a c a tio n o f 2 2 w o rk in g d a ys. F le x ib le b e n e fit p ro ­ g ra m s w ith o p e n e n ro llm e n ts a n n u a lly. M e d ica l, g ro u p life , a n d disa b ility in su ra n ce p ro g ra m s a re in e ffe ct a s a re fle x ib le sp e n d in g a cco u n ts, T IA A - C R E F re tire m e n t, a n d S o c ia l S e c u rity c o v e ra g e . A p p lic a tio n P ro ce ss: S e n d s ta te m e n t o f interest, résu m é , an d a list o f re fe re n c e s to :T h o m a s L . H a w o rth , P e rs o n n e l A d m in is tra to r, P u r d u e U n iv e r s it y L ib ra rie s , 1530 S te w a rt C e n te r, W e s t L a fa y e tte , IN 4 7 9 0 7 -1 5 3 0 . A p p lic a tio n s w ill b e a c ­ ce p te d until position is filled. P rio rity c o n s id e ra tio n w ill be g ive n to a p p lica ­ tio n s re ce ive d b y M a rch 1 5 ,2 0 0 1 . Lib ra rie s h o m e p a g e m a y be v ie w e d at: h ttp ://w w w .lib .p u rd u e .e d u /. A n eq u a l o p p o rtu n ity , a ffirm a tiv e a c tio n e m ­ ployer. M U L T IC U L T U R A L O U T R E A C H L IB R A R IA N . T h e In d ia n a U n iv e rs ity Libraries, Blo o m in g to n , a re s e e kin g a cre a tive a n d e n th u sia stic individual f o r th e p o s itio n o f M u ltic u ltu ra l S e rv ic e s L ib ra ria n w ith in U n d e rg ra d u a te L ib ra ry S e rv ic e s . T h e In d ia n a U n iv e rs ity L ib ra rie s a re o n e o f th e le a d in g a c a d e m ic re s e a rc h lib ra ry s y s te m s in N o rth A m e ric a , p ro v id in g stro n g mailto:merz@oakland.edu http://www.kl.oakland.edu http://www.lib.purdue.edu/ C&RL News ■ February 2001 / 249 FOUR POSITIONS AVAILABLE The State University of New York College at Old Westbury Located on a 604-acre campus in western Nassau County, The College at Old Westbury enrolls a racially and culturally diverse student body. Exciting challenges facing the Library include planned graduate programs in business and education, implementing ExLibrís—new SUNY-wide library management system, and expanding role in instructional technology. The new librarian positions are 12-month, tenure-track appointments, beginning in summer or fall 2001. More information about the Library is on our Web site: http://www.oldwestbury.edu/library.cfm. Head of Instructional Technology and Media (Campus Title— Assistant Director of Library) Manages Instructional Technology (new service) and Media unit, supervising a librarian, three non­ teaching professionals, and student assistants. Assist Director in planning, initiating, and evaluating programs; take charge of day-to-day Library operations during the Director’s absence; oversee print and digital publications; participate in reference desk duties, collection development and liaison activities, faculty governance, and other duties as assigned; represent the Library on appropriate committees. ALA-accredited MLS degree and a second master’s degree with a minimum of three years’ administrative and supervisory experience in an academic library with increasing respon­ sibility required. Collegial leadership style and effective oral and written communication skills are necessary. Prefer academic library experience in instructional technology, media, systems, or library instruction. Salary Range: $55,000-$65,000. Code: HITM Head of Technical Services/Automation Librarian Supervise the cataloging and acquisitions unit, which employs three clerks; catalog monographs, serials, and archival resources in print and nonprint formats; implement ExLibrís system with SUNY libraries and serve as on-site system administrator; participate in reference desk duties, collection development and liaison activities, faculty governance, and perform other duties as assigned. ALA- accredited MLS degree with: minimum three years of cataloging experience; working knowledge of all MARC formats, AACR2r, LCSH/LC classification schedules and OCLC; familiarity with acquisitions; demonstrated training and supervisory skills; and strong oral and written skills are required. Salary range: $45,000-$55,000. Code: HTSAL Instructional Technology Librarian Duties will include the use of technological, teaching, promotion, and development skills in working with faculty and staff to integrate the use of technology and digital resources into instruction; work with reference librarians to develop information literacy program; participate in reference desk duties, collection development and liaison activities, faculty governance, and other duties as assigned. ALA-accredited MLS degree; excellent communication skills; knowledge of the use of Web development and multimedia in teaching; and an extensive teaching background are required. Salary Range: $40,000-$55,000. Code: ITL Education Librarian Responsible for reference/consultations, information literacy, and collection development, including curriculum materials center for teacher education students and faculty. Reports to the Head of Reference. Duties include general reference desk duties, collection development and liaison activities, and faculty governance. Involves some evening and weekend work and other duties as assigned. ALA-accredited MLS degree and bachelor’s degree in education or teacher certification required. Excellent communication skills and knowledge of education resources in all formats necessary. Salary Range: $35,000-$45,000. Code: REL Applications accepted until position filled. Send letter of interest, résumé, and three letters of reference to: Office of Human Resources Search Committee (Please specify code) SUNY/College at Old Westbury Box 210 Old Westbury, NY 11568 Affirmative action, equal opportunity employer http://www.oldwestbury.edu/library.cfm 250 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY CUNY Graduate Center CUNY Graduate Center seeks Library Director at chief librarian (professor) level, responsible for administration, budgeting, planning, and de­ velopment of library information services. Re­ quires two master's degrees or doctoral de­ gree (library science desired), plus record of effective leadership administering academic library: recruitment/ supervision of professional staff, budget development/management, and implementing emerging technologies to serve academic programs. Collection serves gradu­ ate research. See http://www.gc.cuny.edu and cuny.edu/abtcuny/cunyjobs/ for details. Send CV and names and addresses of three references by March 2, 2001, to: Library Director Search Provost’s Office CUNY Graduate Center 365 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10016 EO/AA/IRCA/ADA c o lle ctio n s, q u a lity s e rv ic e a nd in stru ctio n a l p ro g ra m s, an d le a d e rs h ip in th e a p p lic a tio n o f in fo rm a tio n te c h n o lo g ie s . T h e u n iv e rs ity c o m m u n ity in c lu d e s a p p ro x im a te ly 9 2 ,0 0 0 stu d e n ts a n d 4 ,6 0 0 fa c u lty o n e ig h t c a m ­ p uses. T h e IU Libraries c o n sist o f 20 libraries on th e Bloom ington cam pus, fiv e lib ra rie s in In d ia n a p o lis , a n d a lib ra ry a t ea ch o f th e six ca m p u s e s a c ro s s th e sta te . U n d e rg ra d u a te L ib ra ry S e rv ic e s (U G L S ) p ro v id e s s e r­ v ic e s an d c o lle c tio n s th a t ta rg e t th e c u rric u lu m n e e d s o f lU ’s u n d e rg ra d u ­ a te s tu d e n ts . D u rin g th e co m in g y e a r, th ro u g h a p la n n e d re n o v a tio n th a t pro m o te s th e use o f ad va n ce d inform ation technology, in cluding m u ltim e ­ d ia e q u ip m e n t, th e U G L S p u b lic s e rv ic e s w ill b e c o m e a n In fo rm a tio n C o m m o n s. T h is a re a w ill b e a h u b fo r library a n d co m p le m e n ta ry cam p u s- partn e rsh ip services— d raw ing use rs into an attractive, secure, an d highly com puterized environm ent with help available fo r inform ation and technical needs. T he In form ation C o m m o n s w ill extend th e co n ce p t o f th e traditional lib ra ry to in c lu d e c o m p le m e n ta ry s e rv ic e s th a t u s e rs d e m a n d in a large, c e n tra lly lo c a te d fa c ility s u c h a s th e M a in L ib ra ry . T h e In fo rm a tio n C o m ­ m o n s w ill in c lu d e o v e r 2 0 0 in d iv id u a l a n d g ro u p w o rk s ta tio n s p ro v id in g access to research databases, m ultim edia an d p roductivity softw are, refer­ e n c e s e rvice s, c a re e r info rm a tio n , an d w ritin g tu to ria l help. R e s p o n s ib ili­ tie s : U n d e r th e d ire c tio n o f th e H ead o f U n d e rg ra d u a te Lib ra ry S e rv ic e s , th e lib ra ria n w ill d e v e lo p o u tre a c h , e d u c a tio n a l, a n d c o lle c tio n -s p e c ific p ro g ra m s a n d a c tiv itie s to p ro m o te lib ra ry s e rv ic e s to s tu d e n ts fro m d iffe re n t e th n ic a n d cu ltu ra l b a c kg ro u n d s on th e IU -B loom ington ca m p u s. T h e lib ra ria n w ill se rv e a s lia is o n to th e O ffic e o f A c a d e m ic S u p p o rt an d D iv e rs ity an d its p ro g ra m s to p ro m o te e q u ity an d e x c e lle n c e s u c h a s th e M in o rity A c h ie v e rs P ro g ra m /M a th e m a tic s a n d S c ie n c e S c h o la rsh ip P ro ­ g ra m , G ro u p s S tu d e n t S u p p o rt S e rv ic e s P ro g ra m , U p w a rd B o u n d P ro ­ g ra m , a nd th e C a m p u s C u ltu ra l C e n te rs . T h e lib ra ria n w ill p la y an active ro le in th e U G L S in s tru c tio n p ro g ra m a n d d e v e lo p s p e c ia liz e d u s e r e d u c a tio n o p p o rtu n itie s fo r p e rs o n s fro m d iffe re n t e th n ic a n d cu ltu ra l b ackgrounds. T h e position p articipates active ly an d fu lly in all p ro g ra m s of U n d e rg ra d u a te L ib ra ry S e rv ic e s s h a rin g re s p o n s ib ility fo r g e n e ra l re fe r­ e n c e s e rv ic e (in c lu d in g s o m e n ig h t a n d w e e k e n d h o u rs o n a rota tin g b a s is ), fo r o rie n ta tio n a ctiv itie s , d e v e lo p m e n t o f W e b re s o u rc e s , and s election o f U G LS m aterials. T h e librarian w ill a dvise c o lle ctio n m an a g e rs regarding t h e collection ne e d s of th e m ulticultural com m unity. T h e position w ill sha re in th e p la n n in g , d e live ry, a n d e va lu a tio n o f U G L S s e rv ic e s and c o lle c tio n s , Q u a lific a tio n s : R e q u ire d : A n A L A -a c c re d ite d m a s te r's de- g re e o r e q uivalent com bination o f education and experience; dem onstrated e x p e rie n c e in p ro g ra m p la n n in g a n d d e v e lo p m e n t a n d in lib ra ry p u b lic s e rvice an d outre a ch ; e x c e lle n t ora l an d w ritte n c o m m u n ica tio n skills and a d e m o n s tra te d a b ility to w o rk e ffe c tiv e ly w ith all e le m e n ts o f a d iv e rs e com m unity. A bility to m e e t th e requirem ents o f a te n u re -tra c k appointm ent. P referred: D em o n stra te d exp e rie n ce in b ib lio g ra p h ic instruction; d e m o n ­ s tra te d fa m ilia rity w ith c u rre n t tre n d s an d is s u e s in in fo rm a tio n c o m p e - Systems Librarian, Electronic ServicesGwinnett Center Library SEARCH EXTENDED The G winnett University C enter Library (http://www.gpc.peachnet.edu/gusclib) is a dynam ic consortium library integrating information technology with traditional library services serving 3800 undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff of the Gwinnett University Center partner institutions of Georgia Perimeter College and the University of Georgia. Plans for a new library within the Gwinnett University Center’s new campus are underway with opening slated for Fall 2002. The new campus will offer expanded facilities and programs and serve as a high-tech center of the University System of Georgia. Reporting to the D irector of the library, the System s Librarian w ill be responsible fo r the m a na g e m en t o f th e G w in n e tt U nive rsity C e n te r L ib ra ry’s e le ctro n ic se rv ic e s and o p e ra tio n o f syste m s in c lu d in g ILS coordination, web site m anagem ent, library system s m anagem ent, and integration of external cam pus services into th e library’s electronic environm ent. R equirem ents include an A L A -accredited Master's degree in Library o r Inform ation Science, a w orking know ledge of W indow s- com patible hardw are, softw are, operating system s, MS Access, and HTML. A working kn ow le dg e o f d e liv e ry and in stru ctio n a l applications and experience in designing and m aintaining an institutional w eb site are required. Salary: $32,564+ (com m ensurate with education and experience). W e offer e xce lle n t b en e fits. S ta rtin g d ate : ASAP. Review of applications will begin March 2, 2001 and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should reference position num ber #01-203 and send the follow ing as a single packet: (1) letter o f interest, (2) resume, (3) unofficial copy of graduate transcript(s), and (4) list of three professional references (names, addresses, telephone num bers) to: Attn: Judy Chastonay, G eorgia Perim eter C o lleg e H um an R es o u rc e s , 3251 Pa nthe rs ville Rd, D ecatur, GA 3 0034. Fax: 404-244-5774. http://www.gc.cuny.edu cuny.edu/abtcuny/cunyjobs/ http://www.gpc.peachnet.edu/gusclib C&RL News ■ February 2001 / 251 HEAD OF REFERENCE SERVICES Saint Anselm College (Search Extended) Geisel Library seeks a dynamic, experienced librarian to be the Head of Reference Services. The position is responsible for directing reference services including library instruction, government documents, interlibrary loan, and faculty outreach. The position reports to the College Librarian. RESPONSIBILITIES: Manages a staff of three FTE librarians, two support staff, and student assistants. Coordinates library instruction program. Supervises interlibrary loan services. Over­ sees development of the reference collection. Leads Library Web page team. Provides reference service. REQUIRED: MLS from an ALA-accredited program. Minimum of three years’ experience in library public services. Supervisory experience in an academic library. PREFERRED: Strong disposition toward working with an undergraduate population. Ability to foster teamwork in a collegial environment. Experience with Web development, interlibrary loan/document delivery, and bibliographic instruction. Salary is competitive and related to an applicant’s educational background and work experi­ ence. Geisel Library is a modern facility housing a collection of more than 220,000 volumes, 1,800+ active serial subscriptions, and a growing number of electronic resources. Strengths of the general collection include theology, nursing, classics, history, and literature. The Library also maintains several special collections consisting of New England imprints, pre-1700 theological works, early Americana, and the Anselm of Canterbury collection. Saint Anselm College is a Catholic liberal arts college with an undergraduate community of nearly 2,000 students. The College offers a unique program in the humanities, and has recently established the New Hampshire Institute of Politics. The campus is located one hour north of Boston and overlooks the scenic Merrimack Valley. Visit the College homepage at: http://www.anselm.edu. Applications and résumé, with three references, should be sent to: Human Resources Saint Anselm College 100 Saint Anselm Drive Manchester, NH 03102-1310 te n c y /c ritic a l th in k in g ; e x p e rie n c e w ith d e v e lo p m e n t o f W e b -b a s e d re ­ s o u rc e s ; p ro fic ie n c y in a la n g u a g e re le v a n t to th is p o s itio n . S a la ry a n d B en e fits: S a la ry a nd rank are ne g o tia b le a n d co m p e titiv e d e p e n d e n t upon q u a lific a tio n s a n d e x p e rie n c e . T h is is a te n u re -tra c k a c a d e m ic a p p o in t­ m e n t th a t in c lu d e s e lig ib ility fo r s a b b a tic a l le a v e s . B e n e fits in c lu d e a u n ive rsity he a lth c a re plan, T IA A -C R E F re tire m e n t/a n n u ity plan, g ro u p life in s u ra n c e , a n d lib e ra l v a c a tio n a n d s ic k le a v e . T o A p p ly : S e n d le tte r of a p plication, pro fe ssio n a l vita, an d th e na m e s, ad d re sse s, a n d p h o n e n u m ­ b e rs o f fo u r re fe re n c e s to : Y o la n d a C o o p e r-B ird in e , L ib ra rie s H u m a n R e s o u rc e s O ffic e r, I n d ia n a U n iv e r s it y L ib r a r ie s , M a in L ib ra ry 201 A, B lo o m in g to n , IN 4 7 4 0 5 ;(8 1 2 ) 8 5 5 -8 1 9 6 ; fa x : (8 1 2 ) 8 5 5 -2 5 7 6 ; e -m a il: y c o o p e rb @ in d ia n a .e d u . R e v ie w o f a p p lic a tio n s w ill b e g in F e b ru a ry 1, 2 0 0 1 , a n d c o n tin u e u n til th e p o s itio n is fille d . F o r fu r th e r in fo rm a tio n c oncerning Indiana U niversity: http://w w w .iub.edu, o r e m p lo y m e n t o p portu­ nities a tt h e lU B Libraries: h ttp://w w w .indiana.edu /~libpers. In diana U niver­ s ity is a n a ffirm a tiv e a c tio n , equal o p p o rtu n ity e m ployer. P E R IO D IC A L S /R E F E R E N C E L IB R A R IA N . P ro vid e re fe re n c e s e rv ic e s w ith p rim a ry re s p o n s ib ility fo r d e v e lo p in g a n d m a n a g in g o p e ra tio n s of P e rio d ica ls D e p a rtm e n t, in c lu d in g d o c u m e n t d e liv e ry /IL L ; a s s is t w ith c o l­ le c tio n d e v e lo p m e n t a n d in s tru c tio n p ro g ra m ; e v a lu a te w o rk flo w , n e w te c h n o lo g ie s , a n d u s e r ne e d s; c o o rd in a te pla n n in g a nd liaison w ith A c q u i­ sitions D epartm ent. R equired: A L A -a ccre d ite d M LS , d e m o n stra te d exp e r­ tise in reference services, an d a w o rkin g k n o w le d g e o f perio d ica ls m a n a g e ­ m e n t. E x c e lle n t s u p e rv is o ry , w ritte n a n d o ra l c o m m u n ic a tio n sk ills , an d custo m e r-se rvice orientation. P referred: W o rkin g exp e rie n ce w ith an a u to ­ m a te d lib ra ry s y s te m . T h is p o s itio n is a te n u re -tra c k fa c u lty a p p o in tm e n t. M in im u m s a la ry fo r In s tru c to r ran k: $ 4 3 ,3 6 9 ; fo r A s s is ta n t P ro fe s s o r: $48,203. T h irty additional g ra duate credits o r 2n d subject m aster’s required f o r th e ra n k o f A s s is ta n t P ro fe s s o r. E x c e lle n t b e n e fits in c lu d in g 4 4 d a y s ’ leave, c a le n d a r recesses, an d re le a se tim e . S end lette r o f interest, in d ica t­ in g p o s itio n d e s ire d , a n d c.v. to : T e rri C a m p o , L o n g Is la n d U n iv e rs ity , 1 U niversity Plaza, Brooklyn, N Y 11201 -8423. L o n g Is la n d U n iv e r s ity is th e e ig h th la rg e s t p riv a te u n iv e rs ity in th e U .S . It is re c o g n iz e d fo r s tre n g th in th e lib e ra l a rts a n d sc ie n c e s , he a lth s c ie n ce s, a n d lib ra ry a n d in fo rm a tio n s c ie n c e , in c lu d in g a P h .D . p ro g ra m in th e latte r. T h e B ro o k ly n c a m p u s is lo c a te d w ith in e a s y a c c e s s o f M a n h a tta n . It e n ro lls m o re th a n 10,0 0 0 s tu d e n ts p u rs u in g u n d e rg ra d u a te a n d g ra d u a te d e g re e s in th e v a rio u s c o lle g e s : A rts a n d S c ie n c e , P h a rm a c y a n d H e a lth S c ie n c e s , E d u ca tio n , H ealth Professions, Nursing, an d B u sin e ss an d P u b lic A dm inistration. T h e library, w ith a sta ff o f 42 , in c lu d in g 21 librarians, h o u s e s 2 4 9 ,0 0 0 v o lu m e s, 2 ,1 0 0 p e rio d ic a l s u b s c rip tio n s , a n d a c o lle c tio n o f 5 ,5 0 0 A V re s o u rc e s . It p ro v id e s 5 3 re fe re n c e d a ta b a se s. LIU is a n e q u a l o p p o rtu n ity , affirm a tive action em ployer. R E F E R E N C E L IB R A R IA N . W e s te rn I llin o is U n iv e r s ity L ib ra ry (w w w .w iu .e d u /lib ra ry ) s e e k s a n in n o v a tiv e re fe re n c e lib ra ria n to p ro v id e general re fe re n ce s e rvice an d instruction to th e ca m p u s com m unity. M a jo r re s p o n s ib ilitie s a ls o in c lu d e th e c o o rd in a tio n o f th e lib ra ry in s tru c tio n p rogram a n d t h e d e v e lo p m e n t o f a W e b -b a s e d instruction m odule. Q ualifi­ c a tio n s: A L A -a c c re d ite d m a s te r’s d e g re e ; an a d ditional a d v a n c e d d e gree o r p ro fe s s io n a l c e rtific a te ; re fe re n ce e x p e rie n c e ; W e b c a p a b ilitie s; e xce l­ le n t o ra l a n d w ritte n c o m m u n ic a tio n skills. T h is 12 -m o n th , te n u re -tra c k p o s itio n in c lu d e s a fle x ib le s c h e d u le , s ta n d a rd b e n e fits p a c k a g e , a n d an http://www.anselm.edu indiana.edu http://www.iub.edu http://www.indiana.edu/~libpers http://www.wiu.edu/library 252 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 HEAD, INFORMATION SERVICES DEPARTMENT University of Alabama (Search Extended) DESCRIPTION: The University of Alabama Libraries is seeking a dynamic, experienced librarian with a user-centered vision of 21 st century information services to provide leadership tor the Humanities, Social Sciences, and Government Information Services Department located in the Amelia Gayle Gorgas Library. Incorporated in this department are the Information Center and Government Documents unit staffed by seven librarians, five classified staff, and 30 student assistants. Reference librarians, including the Head of the department, are engaged in collection development, bibliographic instruction, and an expanding array of electronic information services. The Head of the Information Services Department reports to the Associate Dean of Libraries for Collections and Information Services. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide clear vision and strong leadership for the Information Services Department to meet the information needs of library users; work with department members to build a strong identity for the Information Services department that emphasizes user services and teamwork; effectively manage, administer, and supervise daily operation of the department; be an advocate for library users and the department within the Libraries and throughout the University; facilitate effective working relationships between and among library and campus departments to ensure quality library services and programs to users both on and off campus; and actively participate in the overall management of the Libraries and in statewide and national groups as appropriate. QUALIFICATIONS: Required: ALA-accredited MLS; minimum five years’ post-MLS progressively responsible information service experience; successful supervisory experience with commitment to mentoring, training, and staff development; demonstrated service orientation and strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills; ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations; well-developed management, team-building, and decision-making skills along with initiative, flexibility, and the ability to facilitate change; experience working in a technologically complex environment and knowledge of scholarly communication patterns and other issues facing libraries; and evidence of ability to meet University requirements for tenure and promotion. Preferred: Academic library experience; knowledge of humanities and/or social sciences; experience with government documents, collection development, and/or biblio­ graphic instruction; and second master’s degree. The University Libraries maintains membership in the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, the Coalition for Networked Information, SOLINET, and the Network of Alabama Academic Libraries. A U.S. Government documents regional depository, the Libraries serves Alabama libraries and the public. The Libraries employs the Voyager Integrated Library System and is an active participant in the Alabama Virtual Library. The Libraries’ homepage may be accessed at: http://www.lib.ua.edu. SALARY/BENEFITS: 12-month tenure track appointment. Rank and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Strong benefits including professional development support and tuition fee waiver; substantial moving allowance may be available. TO APPLY: Send letter of application, résumé, and names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references to: Voni B. Wyatt, Personnel Officer The University of Alabama Libraries Box 870266 Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0266 To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by February 28, 2001. The University o f Alabama is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. http://www.lib.ua.edu C&RL News ■ February 2001 / 253 R E F E R E N C E L IB R A R IA N University of Northern Colorado The University of Northern Colorado seeks applicants for the position of Reference Librarian and Assistant Professor of Library Science, position number 20628. REQUIRED: Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library school; experience in a college, university, or research library appropriate to the position; and a degree or relevant experience in a health-related field. This is a tenure-track position. The position reports to the Head of Reference. Responsible for reference, library instruction, management of student employees, and collection development in the area of Health Science. Responsible for user instruction for assigned areas as well as assisting with general instruction for graduate and undergraduates and teaching sessions of the information literacy course. Must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work cooperatively with library personnel. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Starting date is July 1,2001 (negotiable). The position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado. All application materials must be postmarked by March 1, 2001. Send letter of application highlighting candidate’s suitability, résumé, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: George R. Jaramillo Reference Librarian Search Committee University of Northern Colorado James A. Michener Library Campus Box 48 Greeley, CO 80639 UNC is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and committed to fostering diversity in its student body, faculty, and staff. Employee Relations Office, Carter 2011. D IR E C T O R , L IB R A R Y S E R V IC E S College of Marin College of Marin is located in beautiful Marin County, California, 12 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. The campus is situated in a lush setting of redwoods and greenery, and a view of Mt. Tamalpais is almost within reach. Combined with our comprehensive benefit package, you’ll find this a very desirable place to be. Choice of three health, dental, and vision plans. District current medical contribution per month is $603.96; $50,000 life insurance policy, Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance; long-term disability insurance for most management personnel. Twenty-two days' paid vacation per year; 12 sick leave days per year; 16 holidays per year. Currently we are inviting applications for the following management position: Director, Library Services ANNUAL SALARY: $63,286-77,833 APPLICATION DEADLINE: Thursday, March 22, 2001, by 5:00 p.m. Please call (415) 485-9567 (24 hours) or e-mail: hrjobs@marin.cc.ca.us to receive a detailed job announcement and required application materials. No faxes or postmarks accepted. College o f Marin is an affirmative action, equal employment opportunity employer. mailto:hrjobs@marin.cc.ca.us 254 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 ASSISTANT MANAGER/ HEAD OF MONOGRAPH CATALOGING Getty Research Institute Supervise 8.5 FTE catalogers who produce original bibliographic and authority records for monographs in the full range of formats and a wide variety of languages; oversee and monitor daily operations; perform complex original cataloging; ensure quality and uniformity of bibliographic, holdings, and authority records; provide training and guidance to cataloging staff; ensure that projects are completed on time and within established parameters; participate in developing procedures and policies; frequently interact with internal/external contacts; two to three years supervisory experience; MLS or equivalent experience; three to four years cataloging experience; familiarity with rare book cataloging rules; solid knowledge of AACR2, MARC, LCRIs, LC classification, and LCSH. One to two foreign languages and art history background preferred. Please send résumé to: Karen Montag Senior HR Specialist Getty Research Institute 1200 Getty Center Drive Los Angeles, CA 90049 Or fax resume to (310) 440-7647. Equal opportunity employer a n n u a l s a la ry o f $ 4 7 ,2 4 4 fo r an a s s is ta n t p ro fe s s o r. L ib ra ry fa c u lty a re e valuated fo r retention, tenure, and prom o tio n on p e rfo rm a n ce in th e are a s o f p rim a ry d u tie s, rese a rch , a n d service. W IU (w w w .w iu .e d u ) is a co m p re hensive unive rsity enrolling 13,000 u n d e rgraduate and g ra d u a te students, lo c a te d in a rural co m m u n ity . W ith o v e r 1 ,0 0 0 ,0 0 0 c a ta lo g u e d v o lu m e s , substantial depository collection, an d tw o electronic classroom s, th e library em ploys 17 fa cu lty an d o v e r 40 s u p p o rt staff. A pplication: S end c o v e r letter, résum é, c o p ie s o f transcripts, an d n am es, ad d re sse s, a nd te le p h o n e nu m ­ b e rs o f th re e c u rre n t re fe re n c e s to : C in d y J o h n s o n , A d m in is tra tiv e A s s is ­ ta n t, U n iv e rs ity L ib ra ry , O n e U n iv e rs ity C irc le , W e s te r n I llin o is U n iv e r ­ s ity , M acom b, IL 6 1 455-1390. R eview o f applications will begin on February 2 0 ,2 0 0 1 , an d c o n tin u e until a n a p p o in tm e n t is m a d e . A n tic ip a te d sta rtin g d a te is J u ly 2 0 0 1 . W lU is a n a ffirm a tiv e a c tio n , e q u a l o p p o rtu n ity e d u c a to r a n d e m p lo y e r a n d e n c o u ra g e s a p p lic a tio n s fro m w o m e n , m in o ritie s, and p e rs o n s w ith disabilities. R E F E R E N C E /E L E C T R O N IC S E R V IC E S L IB R A R IA N . In d ia n a U n ive r­ sity of P e nnsylvania s e e ks a R e ference/E lectronic S e rvice s Librarian. T h is is a nine-m onth, tenure -tra ck position, w ith additional s u m m e r em p lo ym e n t possible. A p p o in tm e n t a t th e ra n k o f A s s is ta n t P rofessor. S a la ry m inim um : $ 3 9 ,3 6 1 .8 0 . A L A -a c c re d ite d M L S . S e c o n d m a s te r’s in a s u b je c t a re a re q u ire d f o r te n u re . E x p e rie n c e in W e b a n d in s tru c tio n a l d e s ig n , in d e v e l­ o p m e n t o f digital resources, a n d /o r in th e u se o f m u ltim e d ia app lica tio n s on th e W e b a n d a u th o rin g so ftw a re . E x c e lle n t o ra l an d w ritte n s kills. T o be a fin a lis t th e ca n d id a te m u s t be a b le to c o m m u n ic a te w e ll in an in te rvie w . R e c e n t g ra d u a te s a re e n c o u ra g e d to a p p ly. Ple a se se n d le tte r o f a p p lic a ­ tio n , résu m é , a n d th e na m e s, ad d re sse s, an d te le p h o n e n u m b e rs o f three re fe re n ce s to : S e a rch C o m m itte e , R e fe re n c e /E le c tro n ic S e rv ic e s L ibrar­ ia n , S ta p le to n Lib ra ry, R o o m 2 0 3 , In d ia n a U n iv e r s ity o f P e n n s y lv a n ia , 431 S outh Ele ve n th S tre e t, Indiana, P A 15705. P re fe re n ce w ill be g ive n to applications subm itted b y M arch 1,20 0 1 . T h e com plete position description m a y be found at: http://www.lib.iup.edu orhttp://w w w .iup.edu/hum res/jobline o r call (724) 3 5 7 -4 7 5 1 . A ffirm a tive a ctio n , eq u a l o p p o rtu n ity em ployer. T E C H N IC A L S E R V IC E S L IB R A R IA N . M ir a C o s ta C o m m u n it y C o l­ le g e in c o a s ta l S a n D ie g o C o u n ty, C a lifo rn ia , in vite s a p p lic a tio n s fo r o ne te n u re -tra c k lib ra ria n p o s itio n b e g in n in g J u ly 1 ,2 0 0 1 . P rim a ry F u n c tio n : Lead th e day-to -d a y activities o f technical services; participate in cataloging a n d a c q u is itio n s activities an d reference services; and bibliographic instruc tio n . C losing Date: February2 1 ,2 0 0 1 . T o ob ta in a p plication, jo b a n n o u n c e m e n t, an d s a la ry inform ation, v is it o u r W e b site: w w w .m ira c o s ta .c c .c a .u s / in fo /a d m in /H R /jo b s . O r ca ll o u r jo b line: (760) 7 9 5 -6 8 6 8 ; o r to ll fre e (888) 201 -8480, e xt.6868. O r leave request by e-mail: jobs@mcc.miracosta.cc.ca.us. Affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. T E C H N IC A L S E R V IC E S L IB R A R IA N /M A N A G E R . (S earch re -opened) A u g u s ta n a C o lle g e , Illin o is, s e e k s a lib ra ria n e x c ite d a b o u t le a d in g o u r te c h n ic a l s e rv ic e s a n d in te rlib ra ry loan sta ff. T h is is an e x c e lle n t o p p o rtu ­ n ity fo r a lib ra ria n se e k in g to u n d e rta k e a v a rie ty o f p ro je c ts in te c h n ic a l s e rv ic e s in a s u p p o rtiv e , ris k -ta k in g e n v iro n m e n t. R e v ie w o f a p p lic a tio n s w ill b e g in im m e d ia te ly an d co n tin u e u n til th e v a c a n c y is filled. A p p lic a tio n s re c e iv e d b e fo re F e b ru a ry 2 0 ,2 0 0 1 .w ill re ce ive firs t c o n sid e ra tio n . V isit: h ttp ://w w w .a u g u s ta n a .e d u /lib ra ry /jo b o p e n in g s .h tm l fo r fu ll details. T E C H N IC A L S E R V IC E S L IB R A R IA N /M A N A G E R .T h e J . R o b e rt V a n P elt Lib ra ry s e e k s a creative an d ene rg e tic librarian w ith serials e xperience w h o w o rk s in b oth th e tra d itio n a l a n d e le c tro n ic e n v iro n m e n ts w ith eq u a l e a s e . A lth o u g h th e e m p h a s is is o n s e ria ls , th e s u c c e s s fu l a p p lic a n t o v e rs e e s a u n it th a t a c q u ire s , c a ta lo g s , a n d c o o rd in a te s a c c e s s to p rin t a n d e le c tro n ic m a te ria ls in a v a rie ty o f fo rm a ts . T h is in d iv id u a l is fa m ilia r w ith n a tio n a l is s u e s a n d c u r r e n t tre n d s in lib ra ria n s h ip . W o rk in g in c lo s e coop e ra tio n w ith a p p ropriate p ersonnel in all library depa rtm e n ts, sh e o r he a p p lie s th e la te s t te c h n o lo g ie s a n d p ro d u c ts to re s o lv in g a c c e s s is s u e s a n d p ro v id in g d ig ita l d e liv e ry to th e d e s k to p . M in im u m re q u ire m e n ts in clu d e a n A L A -a c c re d ite d m a s te r’s d e g re e o r an e q u iv a le n t q u a lifica tio n in e d u c a tio n a n d e x p e rie n c e . S a la ry c o n s id e ra tio n s w ill b e g in a t $35,0 0 0 . E x c e lle n t b e n e fits a v a ila b le . F o r a fu ll p o s itio n d e s c rip tio n a n d m o re info rm a tio n a b o u t th e library a n d M ic h ig a n T e c h , vis it o u r W e b site at: http :/ /w w w .m tu.lib.edu/. S e n d application letter, résum é, and n am es, addresses, p h o n e num b e rs, a nd e-m ail ad d re sse s o f th re e w ork-re la te d references to: H u m a n R e s o u rc e s D e p a rtm e n t, M ic h ig a n T e c h n o lo g ic a l U n iv e r s ity , 1400 T o w n s e n d D rive, H o u g h to n , M l 4 9 9 3 1 . S e a rch c o m m itte e w ill begin re v ie w in g a p p lic a tio n s im m e d ia te ly a n d c o n tin u e u n til an a p p o in tm e n t is m a d e . P re fe ra b ly , th e s u c c e s s fu l c a n d id a te w ill s ta rt w o rk b e fo re A p ril 2 0 0 1 . M ic h ig a n T e c h n o lo g ic a l U n iv e rs ity is an e q u a l o p p o rtu n ity e d u c a ­ tio n institu tio n a n d a n eq u a l o p p o rtu n ity e m ployer. U N IV E R S IT Y L IB R A R IA N . S a in t M a ry ’ s U n iv e r s ity o f M in n e s o ta is s e e k in g a p e r s o n w ith e x c e lle n t in te r p e r s o n a l s k ills a s w e ll a s th e a b ilit y to c o lla b o r a te e ffe c tiv e ly in c o o r d in a tin g lib r a r y o p e r a tio n s a c ro s s tw o c a m p u s e s . T h e p e rs o n w ill h a v e re s p o n s ib ility fo r c o o r d i­ n a tin g g e n e r a l p r o c e s s e s a c r o s s th e U n iv e r s ity ’s tw o lib r a r ie s w ith p rim a ry re s p o n s ib ility fo r d a y -to -d a y o p e ra tio n o f th e W in o n a c a m p u s lib ra ry . A L A -M L S re q u ire d , a p p ro p ria te d o c to ra te o r s e c o n d m a s te r’s d e g r e e p r e fe r r e d . S e e th e S a in t M a ry ’s U n iv e r s ity W e b p a g e (w w w .s m u m n .e d u /s m u n o w .h tm l) f o r a c o m p le te d e s c r ip tio n o f r e ­ q u ir e d q u a lific a tio n s a n d d u tie s . A p p lic a n ts s h o u ld s u b m it a c o v e r le tte r , v ita , a n d t h r e e r e fe r e n c e s to : R o g e r P e c k o v e r , U n iv e r s ity L i­ b ra r ia n S e a rc h C o m m itte e C h a ir, O ffic e o f t h e P ro v o s t, 7 0 0 T e rra c e H e ig h ts # 1 , W in o n a , M N 5 5 9 8 7 . R e v ie w o f a p p lic a tio n s w ill b e g in F e b r u a r y 1 5 ,2 0 0 1 ; a p p lic a tio n s w ill b e a c c e p te d u n til th e p o s itio n is f ille d . D e s ir e d S ta r tin g D a te : M a y 1 5 , 2 0 0 1 . S a la r y c o m m e n s u r a te w ith q u a lific a tio n s a n d e x p e rie n c e . S a in t M a r y ’ s U n iv e r s it y o f M in ­ n e s o ta is a n a ffir m a tiv e a c tio n , e q u a l o p p o rtu n ity e m p lo y e r. http://www.wiu.edu http://www.lib.iup.edu orhttp://www.iup.edu/humres/jobline http://www.miracosta.cc.ca.us/ http://www.augustana.edu/library/jobopenings.htmlforfull file:///www.mtu.lib.edu/ http://www.smumn.edu/smunow.html C&RL News ■ February 2001 / 255 C IR C U L A T IO N L IB R A R IA N , H E A D O F A C C E S S S E R V IC E S University of Maryland, Baltimore County UMBC, an honors university serving approximately 9,000 undergraduate and 1,500 graduate students, is one of two public universities in Maryland to achieve the “doctoral/research university- extensive” Carnegie classification. Located just outside Baltimore and 45 minutes from Washington, D.C., the campus is growing rapidly under dynamic leadership. The University’s ongoing commitment to strengthen the Library has led to investment in extensive technological development and online resources (see www.umbc.edu/library), complementing a superb facility enlarged and renovated in 1995, and holding more than 800,000 volumes. We now seek an experienced librarian to lead our circulation, reserves, e-reserves, media, and stacks maintenance services comprising 12 FTE staff and 4-5 FTE student assistants. The Circulation Librarian will represent the Library in collaborative University System of Maryland activities including migration to a third-generation library system, as well as participate in librarywide planning and cross-functional activities. QUALIFICATIONS: ALA-accredited MLS; five years increasingly responsible library managerial experience; and 2-3 years' experience with application of emerging technologies in a library setting are required. Candidates must demonstrate strong interpersonal, oral, and writing skills; familiarity with electronic reserves and nonprint media; successful collaboration and team- building experience; and ability to organize and complete projects. SALARY AND BENEFITS: Position is a 12-month faculty appointment at anticipated rank of either Librarian II or III. Rank and salary shall be commensurate with qualifications. Comprehensive benefits. The successful candidate will be expected to meet library and university requirements for reappointment, promotion, and permanent status. APPLICATIONS: Review of applications will begin February 28, 2001, and continue until the position is filled. Send letter of application, résumé, and names of three references to: Jonathan LeBreton Associate Director Library 353 University of Maryland, Baltimore County 1000 Hilltop Circle Baltimore, MD 21250 UMBC is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Late Job Listings ACADEMIC R E S ID E N T R E F E R E N C E LIBRA RIAN . T he College of W ooster is seeking a recen t g rad u ate of a school of lib rary an d inform ation science for its Academic Residency L ibrary Program . T he purpose of th is program is to introduce a recent g rad u ate to college lib rarian sh ip an d to give h im or h e r a tw o-year learn in g experience focused in one or m ore areas of th e library’s operation, w ith th e opportunity to le a rn about an d grow in o ther areas, as well. Responsibilities will include th e following: reference service to th e libraries’ clientele, respon­ sibility for th e S tu d e n t Reference A ssistan t P rogram , reference consultations, an d library Web redesign. It m ay also include lib rary instruction for stu d en ts an d revision of th e libraries’ Web pages. T he Residency will be for tw o years, beginning M ay 15,2001. T he position will require half-tim e w ork from M ay 15-A ugust 14, a n d full-tim e w ork from A ugust 15-M ay 14. Salary: $25,900/year, plus full-tim e college benefits. Required Qualifications: R ecent completion of a n MLS from a g rad u ate school of library/inform atíon science accredited ALA, reference experi­ ence and/or course work, W eb-design experience and/or course work. The search will conclude w hen th e position h a s been filled. C andidates should send a le tte r of application, résum é, an d th e contact inform ation of th re e references to: D am on D. Hickey, D irector of Libraries, The http://www.umbc.edu/library 256 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 REFERENCE LIBRARIAN University of Maryland, Baltimore County UMBC, an honors university serving approximately 9,000 undergraduate and 1,500 graduate students, is one of two public universities in Maryland to achieve the “doctoral/research university- extensive” Carnegie classification. Located just outside Baltimore and 45 minutes from Washington, D.C., the campus is growing rapidly under dynamic leadership. The University’s ongoing commitment to strengthen the Library has led to investment in extensive technological development and online resources (see www.umbc.edu/library), complementing a superb facility enlarged and renovated in 1995, and holding more than 800,000 volumes. We seek a librarian who enjoys the challenge of meeting a wide range of service responsibilities, including providing reference services (including shared evening and weekend hours), class instruction, and working with faculty to improve services and collections. REQUIREMENTS: ALA-accredited MLS required; demonstrated analytical, organizational, interper­ sonal, excellent oral and written communication skills, competency in an electronic environment, strong service/teaching orientation, and knowledge of reference resources are required. One year of professional academic library reference experience, demonstrated knowledge of HTML/Web development preferred. UMBC is a highly selective and diverse campus; candidates must demonstrate ability to strengthen library services to a diverse user group. SALARY AND BENEFITS: Position is a 12-month library faculty appointment at anticipated rank of Librarian I. Rank and salary commensurate with qualifications. Comprehensive benefits. The successful candidate will be expected to meet library and university requirements for reappointment, promotion, and permanent status. APPLICATIONS: Review of applications begins February 28, 2001, and continues until the position is filled. Send letter of application, résumé, and names of three references to: Jonathan LeBreton Associate Director Library 353 University of Maryland, Baltimore County 1000 Hilltop Circle Baltimore, MD 21250 UMBC is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. C o lle g e o f W o o ste r , W ooster, O H 44691. E q u a l o p p o rtu n ity , affirm ativ e action em ployer a n d drug-free w orkplace. DEVELOPM ENT A ND COMMUNITY RELATIONS OFFIC ER . T h e V irginia Commonwealth U niversity (VCU) L ibraries invites applications an d nom inations for Development and Comm unity Relations Officer. The VCU L ibraries is revitalizing its developm ent an d external relations program, including its F riends of th e Library , Cabell Associates, publications, and developm ent activities, and seeks a n energetic and creative individual to help lead its efforts. Reporting to an d w orking closely w ith th e Executive D irector of th e VCU Libraries, th e Development and Comm unity Relations Officer will create, m anage, and carry out developm ent an d community relations activities and initiatives for th e VCU Libraries. Responsible for th e VCU L ibraries’ development program. Coordinate publication program an d publicity communications w ith external communities. P lan and im plem ent (with others) th e Libraries’ F riends program s, lecture series, an d other events. Qualifi­ cations: Experience and/or train in g in comm unity relations an d publication an d publicity program s preferred. Experience and fram ing in developm ent highly preferred, including major gifts solicitation and cam paign experience. M inim um four-year college degree, preferably in public adm inistration, communications, liberal arts, or related field is required; a n ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent or m aster’s degree in a suitable discipline is preferred. Salary: $38,000-$42,000 per annum . For more inform ation on th is position and th e VCU Libraries, please see th e Web page for th is position at: http://www.library.vcu.edu/admin/admdev00.htm l. Subm it résum é and nam es, addresses, a n d p hone n u m b e rs for th r e e references to: J o h n U lm schneider, E xecutive D irecto r, V C U L ib raries, V irg in ia C o m m o n w ea lth U n iv e r sity ,901 P a rk Avenue, Richmond, VA23284-2033; phone: (804) http://www.umbc.edu/library http://www.library.vcu.edu/admin/admdevOO.html C&RL News ■ February 2001 / 257 COORDINATOR OF INFORMATION SERVICES University of Dayton DESCRIPTION: The University of Dayton’s Roesch Library is seeking an experienced and innovative librarian with a client-focused vision of academic reference services to provide leadership for the information services department. The University of Dayton is one of the nation’s 10 largest Catholic universities and Ohio’s largest private university, with an enrollment of 10,000 students, including 6,400 undergraduates. Roesch Library’s staff of 13 faculty and 26 paraprofessionals provides support to more than 70 undergraduate and graduate academic programs. Collections include over 1 million volumes and 3,000 serial subscriptions, all accessed by an Innovative Interfaces system. The University Libraries are full members of the OhioLINK consortium. More information about the University of Dayton is available at: h ttp ://w w w .u d a y to n .e d u . POSITION: The Coordinator of Information Services directly supervises two librarians and two reference assistants. The Coordinator of Information Services also serves as Reference Team Leader. The Team is composed of eight librarians, including the Information Services Coordinator, and three reference assistants. This position reports to the Head of Client Services. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides vision and leadership for the information services department and the Reference Team; works with team members to provide an identity for the department that emphasizes a commitment to client service and innovation; is willing and able to investigate and implement new methods of providing reference assistance utilizing emerging technologies; manages the operation of the department and the team including the reference desk schedule, statistics gathering, and supervision of the department staff, including students; maintains the reference collection including selection and weeding; participates in the development and design of the library Web site; manages the DayNet (resources) portion of the library Web site; provides user assistance through daily, evening, and weekend desk duty; works with the Head of Client Services and the Information Technology staff to ensure optimum computer and networking services in the reference area; works with the Coordinator of User Education on shared issues; participates in the library instruction and information literacy program by teaching classes and providing demonstrations, tours, and workshops; and serves as subject selector for assigned academic areas. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: MLS from an ALA-accredited program; minimum of seven years' post- MLS, progressively responsible information service experience, primarily in an academic setting; significant supervisory experience, including professional staff, and a commitment to training and mentoring; well-developed management and decision-making skills; demonstrated familiarity with technology as it relates to information services; knowledge of and experience with the materials selection process; flexibility in adapting to change; strong service orientation and collegiality; excellent verbal and written communication skills; and evidence of ability to meet university requirements for promotion and tenure. Preferred Qualifications: Library instruction experience and experience with government documents reference. This position is full time (35 hours), twelve month, and tenure track. University of Dayton librarians are required to fulfill faculty responsibilities including professional service, scholarship, and publication activities. The library allows some release time for these activities. Finalists for this position will be required to make a 20-30-minute oral presentation on an issue relating to reference services in academic libraries. Benefits include 22 days’ vacation per year, opportunity to participate in health insurance plan, and TIAA-CREF. Salary will be dependent on qualifications and experience. Salary minimum: $42,000. TO APPLY: Send a cover letter, résumé, and the names, telephone numbers, and addresses of three professional references to: Kathleen Webb Head of Client Services University of Dayton 300 College Park Dayton, OH 45469-1360 APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 15,2001. Expected starting date is July 1,2001. The University o f Dayton is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. http://www.udayton.edu 2 5 8 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 TRINITY UNIVERSITY Director of the Library Trinity University invites applications and nominations for the position of Director of the Library. POSITION: Chief administrative officer of Trinity University’s Elizabeth Huth Coates Library. Reports to Vice President for Information Resources and Administrative Affairs. Overall responsibility for Library’s collections, programs, and services including long-range planning and development, advocacy, policy, personnel, budget, acquisitions, facilities, and technology. Represents Library to administration, faculty, students, and public. Responsible for collaboration with and support of University’s academic programs. QUALIFICATIONS: MLS or equivalent professional degree from ALA-accredited institution (addi­ tional graduate degree in academic discipline preferred); proven administrative skills (preferably in academic library setting); demonstrated experience in planning and implementing integrated library systems; understanding of major issues and challenges facing higher education in general and undergraduate academic libraries in particular; substantive knowledge in information technology and library services; strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communi­ cation skills; demonstrated ability and willingness to work collaboratively and foster cooperation with various constituencies across the University; commitment to enhancing and facilitating library use by faculty and students; record of dealing successfully with changing information, teaching and learning, research, and technological needs and issues; and ability to provide creative leadership in articulating and implementing Library's appropriate role as intellectual center of University. SALARY: Highly competitive and commensurate with qualifications (minimum $75,000). Position carries 12-month contract, TIAA-CREF, and other benefits. SCHEDULE: Search Committee will begin considering applications on February 28, 2001, and continue to accept applications until position is filled. Preferred starting time for new Director: summer 2001. THE ELIZABETH HUTH COATES LIBRARY: The Coates Library, with 164,307 squarefeet of finished space, has a collection of almost 900,000 volumes of books and bound periodicals, plus sizable holdings of government documents, microforms, and electronic and media resources. The Library utilizes the “Endeavor/Voyager” library information system. The Director supervises a staff of more than 60 people and administers a total annual budget in excess of $3 million. TRINITY UNIVERSITY: Founded in 1869 and moved to San Antonio, Texas, in 1942, Trinity University is a highly selective, independent, coeducational, primarily undergraduate, predominantly residential institution. Committed to excellence in the liberal arts and sciences, Trinity also offers a few selected professional and preprofessional programs as well as five graduate programs. Enrollment of approximately 2,400 undergraduate and 250 graduate students represents all areas of the United States and many foreign countries. A strong endowment permits distinctive and exciting opportu­ nities for students and faculty. Trinity’s modern and attractive campus overlooks downtown San Antonio, a city rich in heritage and ethnic and cultural diversity with a metropolitan population of slightly over one million. HOMEPAGE: For additional information regarding the Elizabeth Huth Coates Library and Trinity University, visit the University's homepage at: http://www.trinity.edu. APPLICATION: Letter addressing applicant's qualifications and understanding of role of library in institutions such as Trinity University; current curriculum vitae; and names, mailing and e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of four references. Please send to: William O. Walker, Jr. Chair, Library Director Search Committee Department of Religion, Trinity University 715 Stadium Drive San Antonio, TX 78212-7200 Telephone: (210) 999-8105; Fax: (210) 999-7305 E-mail: wwalker@trinity.edu Trinity University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, committed to attracting and retaining a diverse student body, faculty, and staff. Women and members o f minority groups are especially encouraged to apply for this position. http://www.trinity.edu mailto:wwalker@trinity.edu C & R L N e w s ■ F e b ru a ry 2 0 0 1 / 2 5 9 DIRECTOR o f MASON LIBRARY KEENE STATE COLLEGE Keene State College invites applications for the position o f Director for Mason Library beginning July 1, 2001. Keene State College is an affiliate o f the University System of New Hampshire. The College is a public comprehensive college located in the scenic Monadnock region o f southwestern New Hampshire. Keene State College and its teacher education programs are NEASC/NCATE-accredited. The College has an enrollment of approximately 3,800 undergraduate students, 100 graduate students and 800 continuing education students. The KSC library houses approximately 300,000 paper volumes and has active subscriptions to more than 1,200 periodicals, newspapers, and annual publications. It also enjoys a unique partnership with the Keene Public Library, combining collections and services through the KeeneLink electronic catalog. To learn more about Keene State College, the University System o f NH, and the Keene Community visit these websites: www.keene.edu/ or www.keenesentinel.com/toplist.shtml U n d er th e adm inistrative rev iew o f the V ice Presid en t o f A cadem ic A ffairs, the D irecto r is responsible fo r su p erv isin g and le a d in g the lib rary as a c e n te r o f su p p o rt fo r te a ch in g an d s c h o la rs h ip in the follow ing ways: • W orking w ith teaching faculty to strengthen academ ic program s; • Leading the developm ent o f library faculty and staff; • A ssessing and dev elo p in g the lib rary 's co lle ctio n s an d serv ices to assure ex ce lle n t su p p o rt o f the C ollege s curriculum ; • S tren g th en in g the lib rary ’s tra d itio n a l re s o u rc e s in b o o k s and p rin t m ed ia w h ile d e v e lo p in g new resources in electronic m ed ia an d technology ; and • C o m m u n icatin g w ith faculty, students, and ap p ro p ria te adm in istrato rs re g a rd in g lib rary practices andpolicies. D uties and R esponsibilities: O v erseein g and co o rd inating library services fo r the cam pus; e n su rin g the p ro v isio n o f core in form ation serv ices; p ro v id in g optim al and appropriate access to w ell-d ev elo p ed collections and services; en suring the d e v elo p m en t and im plem entation o f m ission, policy, and long- ran g e g o als (co o rd in ated an d co n siste n t w ith th e C o lleg e's m ission and p o lic ie s); e sta b lish in g and o v e r s e e in g th e o r g a n iz a ti o n 's b u d g e t s ; p r o v i d i n g l e a d e r s h ip a n d d ir e c tio n f o r a c c r e d i t a t i o n , certification, and reporting p ro cesses; e x ercisin g in d irect resp o nsibility for all b u ild in g an d m aterial resources o f the organization; spearh ead in g the b uilding project; representing the L ibrary to the cam pus and to local and regional c o m m u n ities; and p a rticip atin g on su ch C ollege co m m ittees as President's C o u n cil, D ean 's C o u n cil, A c a d e m ic A ffa irs A d m in is tra tiv e C o u n cil, as w ell as v a rio u s e x te rn a l g ro u p s - N ew H a m p s h ire C o lle g e a n d U n iv e r s ity C o u n c il (N H C U C ) L ib ra rie s C o m m itte e a n d U niversity System o f N ew H am p sh ire (U SN H ) L ib raries C om m ittee. Also responsible for supervising and c o n v en in g th e lib rary 's facu lty and s ta f f an d fo r su p erv isin g the o rg a n iz a tio n 's A d m in istra tiv e A ssista n t. M u st m a in ta in a h ig h lev el o f a w a re n e s s o f tre n d s and re s o u rc e s in h ig h e r e d u c a tio n academ ic libraries. O th er duties as assigned. Q u a lific a tio n s: A LA -accredited M aster's deg ree in Library/Inform ation Science; P hD in a traditional academic area strongly preferred. Three to five years o f administrative experience in an academic library, preferably in a traditional undergraduate setting, with evidence o f progressive responsibility; thorough knowledge o f library automation; experience in collaborative IT initiatives; experience in strategic planning and budget management; strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; demonstrated ability to lead, work effectively with groups, and supervise staff; and ability to work collaboratively with others in an evolving organization and a rapidly changing inform ation environment. O th e r P re fe rre d Q ualificatio n : Teaching experience in a traditional academic area. The compensation package is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Review of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, send a letter of application addressing the above responsibilities and qualifications, curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference to Library Director Search, Office of Human Resource Management, Keene State College, 229 Main Street, Keene, NH 03435-1604. KEENE STATE COLLEGE K een e Sta le College is a n A ffirm a tive A ction/E qual O pportunity E m ployer and is eng a g ed in an effort to b u ild a c om m unity that reflects the d iversity o f society http://www.keene.edu/ 260 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR (TWO POSITIONS) East Carolina University Associate Director for Collections (New Position) (Position is contingent upon approval of classification.) Joyner Library, East Carolina University (ECU) seeks an experienced, innovative individual to lead the development of an increasingly research-oriented collection. The AD for Collections coordinates overall Library collection devel­ opment and collection management functions. Directs Library collection development planning to meet the teaching, learning, and research needs of a growing university; coordinates cooperative collection-building activities with the Health Sciences Library and other state and regional consortia; participates in the management of the Library, including administration, budgeting, and strategic planning; establishes and maintains effective relationships with Library clientele, University administrators, and consortia partners; coordinates collections-related activities with academic departments, faculty, and students; directs assessment activities that ensure the most effective expenditure of the materials budget. Responsibilities include articulating and communicating a vision for quality collection development; coordinating and integrating the growth of print and electronic collections; providing strategic vision and assisting development of research collections in all departments; coordinating materials budget allocations. Works closely with the Head of Collection Development to coordinate acquisitions, weeding, and the operational aspects of collection development. Negotiates with vendors and consortia for major electronic purchases. Presents innovative and strategic collection development proposals for consideration by the faculty, the Library Director, and the Health Sciences Library. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: ALA-accredited master's degree or international equivalent. A record of substantial, progressively responsible experience in collection development in a medium or larger academic library; demonstrated proficiency in financial management and budgeting; strong assess­ ment and analytical skills; experience with licensing of library resources and the delivery of digital content; familiarity with copyright compliance issues; knowledge of emerging technological trends in library collections; excellent leadership, interpersonal, communication, and consensus-building skills; and a significant record of professional activity. The successful candidate will possess a thorough understanding of the research process in a university setting. Interviewees will present a brief talk as a part of the interview process. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS; Strong user orientation. Second master’s degree. Associate Director for Administrative & User Services Joyner Library, East Carolina University (ECU) seeks an enthusiastic individual with a strong commitment to outstanding public service. The AD takes a leadership role in planning and implementing services to meet the teaching, learning, and research needs of a growing university; actively participates in cooperative activities with the Health Sciences Library and with statewide and regional consortia; participates in the management of the Library, including administration, budgeting, strategic planning, and personnel decision making; establishes and maintains effective relationships with Library clientele; initiates and directs assessment activities to ensure high-quality service. The AD acts for the Library in the absence of the Director. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: ALA-accredited master’s degree or international equivalent; substan­ tial post-MLS experience with public service in an academic library of comparable size; demon- (continued o n n e x t page) 828-1105; fax: (804) 828-0151; e-mail: john_ulm schneider ®vcu.edu. V irginia C om m onw ealth U n iv ersity is a n e q u al opportunity, affirm ative action em ployer. W om en, persons w ith disabilities, a n d m inorities a re encouraged to apply. R EFE R E N C E LIBRA RIAN A N D LIA ISON TO THE SCHOOL O F N U R SIN G A N D THE SCHOOL OF ALLIED HEALTH. Search # 01A302. U nder th e general direction of th e Head of th e R esearch an d Inform ation Services A rea a t th e U niversity of C onnecticut Libraries, provide reference service, research assistance, an d instruction; create p rin t an d Web-based guides and tools; develop knowledge m an ag em en t products an d library collections in liaison subject areas. W orking as a m em ber of a n A rea Team , a ssist in th e developm ent an d im plem entation of A rea services, policies, and procedures. Serve as th e L ibraries’ liaison to th e Schools of N ursing and Allied H ealth. R egular evening an d w eekend hours are required. The complete job description is available at: http://www.lib.uconn.edu/jobopps/. Qualifications include: ALA-accredited MLS; background in a h e a lth sciences field or related academic discipline; strong m otivation and en th u siasm for reference work; experience w ith com puter applications in libraries; th e ability to %c2%aevcu.edu http://www.lib.uconn.edu/jobopps/ C&RL News ■ February 2001 / 261 (c o n tin u e d fro m p re v io u s page) strated competence in management and budgeting; knowledge of emerging technologies; excellent leadership, interpersonal, communication and consensus-building skills; and a significant record of professional activity. The successful candidate will possess strong problem-solving abilities and analytical skills. Interviewees will present a brief talk as a part of the interview process. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS; Experience in managing a public service unit and in assessment of library services. Knowledge of copyright issues and digitization initiatives. Second master’s degree. RANK, SALARY, AND BENEFITS: Twelve-month tenure-track faculty position. Professional achieve­ ment, service, and research/creative activity are required for tenure and promotion. Salary commensurate with experience; $65,000 minimum. The salary is supported by a comprehensive benefits package, including TIAA-CREF. Academic Library Services (ALS), which includes the main library (Joyner) and the Music Library, supports the campus community’s mission of teaching, research, and service through its collection of over 1 million volumes; 4,763 current subscriptions; more than 130 databases; 1.6 million microforms; and extensive collections of government documents, maps, manuscripts, and archival records. ALS has a $2.6 million materials budget and a growing endowment currently in excess of $1 million. The Library employs a staff of 109, including 37 faculty positions. A $35 million expansion and renovation project has doubled the size of the facility. East Carolina University was granted Doctoral II (now D octoral/R esearch-lntensive) status in 1998, which has fostered growth in library collections and research. The Library is a member of the Association for Southeastern Research Libraries and SOLINET. For additional information, visit the Library's Web site at: www.lib.ecu.edu. Located in Greenville, North Carolina, East Carolina University enrolls nearly 18,000 students and consists of the College of Arts & Sciences and 12 professional schools. A constituent institution of the University of North Carolina System and the third largest of the 16 campuses, ECU will substantially benefit from a recently passed $3.1 billion bond referendum for public higher education in North Carolina. ECU is the primary educational, cultural, economic, and medical resource for the eastern region of the state. Enrollment over the next 10 years is expected to increase substantially. ECU is located within a two-hour drive of the Research Triangle Park, Raleigh, and the state’s southern beaches. APPLICATION PROCESS: Screening of applicants will begin March 1,2001, and continue until the position is filled. Send letter of application, résumé, copies of all transcripts, and three current letters of reference (may be mailed separately) to: Search Committee Associate Director Becky Foster, Processing Assistant Joyner Library East Carolina University Greenville, NC 27858-4353 ECU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and accommodates individuals with disabilities. Applicants must comply with the Immigration and Reform and Control Act. Official transcript o f highest degree earned required upon employment. w ork w ith diverse u sers a n d staff; excellent oral an d w ritte n com m unication skills; a n d excellent instructional skills. D esired Qualifications: Advanced degree in a h e a lth sciences-related field in science or social science; success in academ ic liaison work; significant contributions to th e profession; an d th e ability to produce W eb-based guides an d resources. A nticipated H iring Range; $32,407-50,726. U niversity benefits include 22 paid vacation days p e r year, 12 paid sta te holidays, excellent h e a lth an d re tire m e n t plans, a n d tu itio n waivers. T he U niversity of Connecticut, established in 1881, is a C arnegie R esearch I U niversity. I t w as recently cited as one of th e top 20 public universities in th e n atio n an d is engaged in U conn 2000, a n am bitious 10-year $1 billion cam pus building project. T he m ain cam pus, situ ated in S torrs on 3,100 acres of woodlands and rolling hills, is located approxim ately 30 m iles from H artford, th e sta te capital, an d m idw ay betw een Boston an d N ew York City. T here are approxim ately 21,750 stu d en ts systemwide. A m em ber of th e Association of R esearch Libraries, th e L ibraries a re technologically advanced and recognized as a n exciting center of intellectual life on campus. T he L ibraries are organized in team - b ased stru ctu res an d are engaged in ongoing strategic program s. A dynam ic organization, th e L ibraries offer creative, service-oriented individuals a n exceptional opportunity for personal http://www.lib.ecu.edu 262 I C&RL News ■ February 2001 DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY SERVICES The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey is an innovative, residential, liberal arts and sciences college with a student body of 6,300 and a recognized record of academic excellence. Stockton, one of nine senior public Colleges in New Jersey, is located on a 1,600-acre campus insouthern New Jersey, 15 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, one hour from Philadelphia, and 2.5 hours from New York City. Baccalaureate degrees are awarded in 27 academic programs and master's degrees in six graduate programs. The College has a mission to meet the needs for master’s-level graduate education in southern New Jersey and currently provides programs in physical therapy, occupa­ tional therapy, nursing, business studies, Holocaust and genocide studies, and instructional technology. Plans call for the establishment of additional programs in the near future. Full-time faculty number 211; 95 percent of the faculty hold terminal degrees. The College recognizes the importance of information literacy in creating a new generation of leaders, and the library faculty are actively engaged in enriching the curriculum. DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY SERVICES: Richard Stockton College invites applications and nominations for the position of Director of Library Services. The recently renovated library facility encompasses 65,000 square feet of space in the center of the college’s educational complex and includes a dedicated electronic classroom for information literacy instruction. The library has a protected formula driven acquisitions budget of $778,000. Library resources include over 292,000 volumes and approximately 1,400 active periodical subscriptions and 3,500 online full-text periodicals. The library has made a major commitment to technology and has its own electronic classroom. Interested candidates can review the library’s resources by visiting the college’s Web site at: www2.stockton.edu. RESPONSIBILITIES: The Director of Library Services reports to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and provides leadership for a staff of 7 professional librarians, 21 support staff, 5 part-time librarians, and a number of student assistants. The Director oversees and coordinates library planning, budgeting, fundraising, personnel selection and supervision, and management of library services, which includes an information and education literacy program. The new Director will be expected to take a leadership role in serving traditional instruction as well as emerging technology- mediated instructional modes. Active collaboration with the College’s nationally recognized Institute for the Study of College Teaching is also expected. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of an MLS from an ALA-accredited institution; five or more years of increasingly responsible managerial experience in a college or university library; knowledge of current issues and trends in higher education; leadership experience with emerging technologies and their implementation in academic library management; demonstrated understanding of the library's mission in a growing public college; demonstrated ability to develop, supervise, and maintain productive and collaborative relationships within the library and beyond and to foster this ability in others; demonstrated effective decision-making abilities; excellent oral and written communication skills; successful budgetary management skills and commitment to development of private support; record of scholarship and the ability to support the same in others. In addition to the minimum qualifications, preference will be given to candidates holding a Ph.D., either in library science or in another area. The successful candidate will have demonstrated the ability to apply the library’s technological resources in support of changing modes of instruction, and to prepare students to take advantage of new library technologies. The candidate will also be able to articulate a vision of the 21st-century library and its role in the institution, and to be an effective advocate for that vision. Salary is competitive and based on qualifications and experience. Applications must include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and telephone numbers of three references qualified to comment on the qualifications outlined above. Please send to: Library Search Committee Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs Richard Stockton College AA69, P.O. Box 195 Pomona, NJ 08240-0195 Screening begins February 19, 2001, and will continue until the position is filled. Stockton is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. R 0 12902 www2.stockton.edu C&RL News ■ February 2001 / 263 AFFIRMATIVE ACTION RESIDENCY (TWO POSITIONS AVAILABLE) University of Minnesota, Twin Cities The University of Minnesota Libraries, Twin Cities Campus, has a strong commitment to equal opportunity and affirmative action and offers an Affirmative Action Residency Program to increase the number of librarians from underrepresented populations in academic research libraries. This continuing program is designed to attract recent graduates or librarians who are working in public, special, or other libraries, to academic research librarianship. The University of Minnesota Libraries will introduce the successful candidates to librarianship in a large, research-oriented environment. During the two-year program, the residents will have senior colleague mentors, will work in rotations in public and technical services, and will have significant opportunities to participate in professional development and leadership training. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: MLS from an ALA-accredited program or its foreign equivalent (degree requirement must be fulfilled by time of appointment). This program focuses on members of underrepresented groups at the University of Minnesota and in academic librarianship. These are African-American, American Indian, Asian, and Hispanic. The positions are full-time, two-year, academic/professional positions at the Assistant Librarian rank, with a minimum salary of $35,000 plus excellent benefits, moving allowance, and generous professional development and travel support. RECRUITING SCHEDULE: Positions are available August 1,2001. Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. Nominations are strongly encouraged. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applicants should send a letter of application discussing background, experience, and reasons for interest in the Residency Program; a current résumé; and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: Linda DeBeau-Melting Libraries Human Resources Director University Libraries 499 Wilson 309 19th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55455 Please identify application with number UL132. The University o f Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer. growth and learning. Applications will be accepted until th e position is filled. Send letter of application, résumé, and names, addresses, and phone num bers of three references to: Deborah Stansbury Sunday, A dministrative Librarian, U n iv ersity o f C o n n ecticu t Libraries, Box U-1005A, 369 Fairfield Road, Storrs, CT 06269-1005. The U niversity of Connecticut h as a strong commitment to diversity. We actively encourage minorities an d people w ith disabilities to apply. ACRL offers free Placement Center in Denver • List your job opening at the Placement Center at the ACRL National Conference in Denver. March 15-18, 2001. • Visit http://www.ala.org/acrl/denver/overview.html to complete employer and job-seeker forms. Questions? Contact mmoore@ala.org. http://www.ala.org/acrl/denver/overview.html mailto:mmoore@ala.org Structure Bookmarks C&RL News ■ February 2001/ 233 C&RL News ■ February 2001/ 233 Career opportunities CLASSIFIEDAds from across the country Deadlines: Orders for regular classified advertisements must reach the ACRL office on or before the second of the month preceding publication of the issue (e.g., September 2 for the October issue). Should this date fall on a weekend or holiday, ads will be accepted on the next business day. Late job listings will be accepted on a space-available basis after the second of the month.Rates: Classified advertisements are $9.75 per line for institutions that are ACRL members, $11.85 for others. Late job notices discriminatory references. Applicants should be aware that the terms faculty rank and status vary in meaning among institutions.Internet: C&RL News classified ads are accessible on the Web at http://www.ala.org/acrl/c&rlnew2.html. Ads will be placed approximately 2-3 weeks before the printed edition of C&RL News is published.Contact: Elise Parker, Classified Advertising Manager, C&RL News Classified Advertising Department, ACRL, American Library Association, 50 E. Huron St., Chicago, IL 60611-2795; (312) 28 POSITIONS OPENACADEMIC TECHNOLOGY LIBRARIAN AND ASSISTANT PRO­FESSOR. Luther College, Decorah, Iowa. Tenure-eligible position as Academic Technology Librarian and Assistant Professor beginning late August 2001. Master’s degree from an A LA-accredited program re­quired. Also Required: two years’ experience in an academic or compa­rable setting; experience with instruction design and relevant computer technologies; strong interest in information architecture, information lit­eracy , and improving teaching/lea Salary guideListed below are the latest minimum starting salary figures recommended by state library associations for professional library posts in these states. The recommendations are advisory only, and ALA has not adopted recommendations for minimum salaries. Job seekers and employers should consider these recommended minimums when evaluating professional vacancies. For additional information on librarian salaries, contact ALA Office for Library Personnel Resources.Connecticut$34,172Delaware$22,500**Illi 234 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 HEAD OF THE MUSIC LIBRARY AND LIBRARIAN FOR THE PERFORMING ARTSKent State UniversityKent State University Libraries and Media Services invites applications for the position of Head of the Hugh A. Glauser Music Library and Librarian for the Performing Arts. The Library serves the School of Music, which offers degrees through the doctoral level. It is one of six branch libraries on campus, and the librarian reports to the Director of Library Information Services. The collection consists of approximately 65,00 C&RL News ■ February 2001/ 235 Associate Dean of Libraries POSITIONApplicant should be a leader with knowledge of library administrativematters and will serve as deputy to the Dean of Libraries in overall management, planning, and decision-making. The library management team of the Dean and Associate Dean will offer broad leadership in academic and professional issues, with the introduction of new technology and organizational development to dedicated library faculty and staff. The salary range is $48,000- $64,000, with excellent benefit Education Reference/ ManhOattaunvtilrlee aCcollhege Liis brana riinadepnendent, coeducational liberal arts college of approximately 1,400 students located 28 miles north of New York City in suburban Westchester County. We are currently seeking an Education/Outreach Librarian who will be responsible for creating and managing programs and services in support of the School of Education, developing the print, electronic, and Internet resources collections, and providing information management consultation in e 236 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 TWO POSITIONS AVAILABLECalifornia State University, NorthridgeDEPARTMENT: Reference and Instructional Services.EFFECTIVE DATE OF APPOINTMENT: June 1,2001.RANK: Senior Assistant Librarian (Two 12-month tenure-track positions).SALARY: Minimum salary of $46,488 and an excellent benefits package.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: ALA-accredited graduate degree (or equivalent degree); customer service orientation and enthusiasm for public service; excellent communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with library materials and who have strong interpersonal, bibliographic, and technical skills are urged to apply. The candidate should also submit the names, current addresses, and currenttelephone numbers of three refer­ences who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s qualifications for this vacancy to: Larry L. Kahle, Associate Dean, 318 Love Library, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, P.O. Box 880410, Lincoln, NE 68588-0410. For more information about the UNL Libraries, visit our homepage at: http:// iris.unl.e Association of American Universities and offers the Ph.D. in 86 fields and master’s degrees in 105 fields. The George A. Smathers Libraries are members of the Research Libraries Group, SOLINET, and the Center for Research libraries. For more information on the Libraries, visit our Web page at: http://www.uflib.ufl.edu. UF offers a generous benefit package including 22 vacation days, nine paid holidays, and 13 sick days annually, insurance, retirement options, tuition fee waiver, and no state or local income C&RL News ■ February 2001/ 237 (continued from previous page)Social Sciences/Distance Education LibrarianPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: A degree or coursework, in the social sciences; experience with the provision of document delivery or distance education programs; experience in creating Web pages and/or using authoring and presentation software; experience in conducting library presentations and/or teaching; and experience with collection development.RESPONSIBILITIES: The California State University, Northridge, Library seeks an energetic, Libraries, visit our Website at: http://www.uflib.ufl.edu. UF offers a generous benefit package including, 22 vacation days, nine paid holidays and 13 sick days annually, insurance, retirement options, tuition fee waiver, and no state or local income tax. Salary: $50,000-$ 60,000. Send letter of applica­tion, résumé, and three letters of reference, including addresses and phone numbers, to: Library Personnel Officer, University of Florida, 370 Library West, P.0 Box 117001, Gainesville, FL32611. Equal opport COORDINATOR, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT. The University of Manitoba Libraries invites applications for the posi­tion of Coordinator, Information Technology Development. Reporting to the the Associate Director, Information Services and Systems, the incumbent is responsible for the Libraries’s trategic planning for new technology initiatives; introducing innovative applications that enhance and expand service to students, faculty, and researchers and increase staff productivity; taking responsibility 238 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 start date is June 1,2001. This position has a two-year probationary period. Librarians enjoy academic status and are appointed to one of four ranks: General, Assistant, Associate, and Librarian, with possibility of promotion. Submit application, including résumé, salary expectations, and the names of three references, by March 15,2001, to: Carolynne Presser, Director of Libraries, The University of Manitoba Libraries, Winnipeg, MB R3T2N2. The University of Manitoba encourages appli­cations from qualified w ing staff of local, state, and national cataloging and classification policies and procedures; and maintaining good working relationships with all library departments. Must fulfill terms of collective bargaining agreement. Re­quired: ALA-accredited MLS; minimum three years' experience in biblio­graphic control and online catalog database management; professional monographic cataloging experience including substantial original catalog­ing; solid working knowledge of AACR II, LSCH, LC classification, US MARC C&RL News ■ February 2001/ 239 DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION SYSTEMSCenter for Research LibrariesThe Director of Information Systems is responsible for all aspects of planning, development, implementation, and maintenance of information systems and services for the Center for Research Libraries, a not for profit corporation serving the research universities and libraries of North America, located adjacent to the University of Chicago. Responsibilities include maintaining the LAN, Internet/ Web access, and maintenance and support of the Center' DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY. King College seeks a director of the library with an emphasis on library service and information technology with an awareness of key issues in the administration of a small academic library. The successful candidate must possess good interpersonal communica­tion and supervision skills. An MLS or equivalent from an ALA-accredited institution is required and a minimum of three years of professional experience or equivalent is expected. King College is a Christian liberal arts college affi planning; oversees planning and implementation of capital improvements; and assists in fundraising efforts. Qualifications include ALA-accredited MLS degree, undergraduate degree preferred in history or related topic; minimum of five years' professional experience in increasingly responsible positions preferably in a research or professional library environment; evidence of successful experience in library management and personnel supervision; strong interpersonal and communications skills; and knowl­edge o 240 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 THREE POSITIONS AVAILABLEGeorge Mason UniversityThe University Libraries of George Mason University seeks to fill the following three (3) librarian positions:Head, Collection DevelopmentProvides leadership for all activities associated with the collection development and evaluation activities of a large university library system. Working closely with and reporting to the AUL for Resources and Collection Management Services (RCMS), the successful candidate will be responsible for collection development opera and database maintenance of print and microform serial publications. Reports the Head of the newly formed Acquisitions and Serials Manage­ment Department. Responsibilities: Coordinate the acquisition and cata­loging of electronic resources, maintain business relationships with ven­dors of electronic resources, assist in reviewing and managing license information for electronic resources, monitor the collection budget for electronic resources, and serve on the committee that makes decisions on electronic res in library databases and Web pages; monitor trends and maintain currency in emerging issues in electronic resources cataloging, serials catalog­ing, and metadata, and evaluate and recommend new ways of organizing electronic resources; serve as the assistant head of the Acquisitions and Serials Management Department and play a major role in the overall management of the department. Required Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS; three years of relevant library experience in serials cataloging and/ orelectronic C&RLNews ■ February 2001 / 241 (continued from previous page)QUALIFICATIONS:REQUIRED: ALA-accredited MLS or foreign equivalent; at least two year’s professional experience in an academic library; demonstrated teaching ability; knowledge of information literacy concepts and issues; experience with instructional software; and demonstrated leadership ability.PREFERRED: A second master’s degree in a relevant subject field such as Education or Liberal Arts; and experience with at least one of the following: instructional design; Web-based edu libraries and an FY01 collection budget of over 4 million. In FY00 the libraries spent over $600,000 on electronic resources. Salary from $36,000, depending on qualifications and experience. Libraries have limited faculty status, earn 20 vacation days, and have a standard package of fringe benefits, including university contributions to TIAA-CREF, full tuition benefits, and standard medical/dental plans. Qualified applicants should send a letter of application, résumé, and the names, addresses, and phone nu tion development program. The University of Michigan Business School is located in Ann Arbor on the Central Campus of the University. Consistently rated in the top ten among U.S. schools offering MBA programs, the Business School is committed to innovation and the use of advanced technologies. The Kresge e-Library provides a wide array of print and electronic resources and thus is an integral part of the information technol­ogy infrastructure of the school. For more information, visit the e-Library's Web si 242 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 C&RL News ■ February 2001 / 243 INFORMATION SERVICES LIBRARIANOakland UniversityThe Oakland University Library seeks an energetic and enthusiastic individual to provide general reference and instruction services as well as collection development to support the academic programs of the university.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:Work closely with faculty and students to expand the use of information resources through in-depth consultation and effective instruction and reference services; assist with collection develop­ment activities and serve as 244 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 ASSOCIATE DEAN OF LIBRARY SERVICES FOR TECHNICAL SERVICES Harry A. Sprague LibraryReports to the dean of Library Services and is part of a management team with the dean and associate dean for Public Services. Associate dean oversees the Division of Technical Services that includes the department of Collection Development/Acquisitions, Cataloging,Circulation, and Government Documents.Duties and Responsibilities:Planning, implementing, and evaluating divisional and library policies and procedures. Fostering g and e-Library systems staff to initiate and maintain access to electronic resources; compile reports from the Innopac Library Automation System to monitor use of e-Library resources; occasionally provide reference service for Library patrons via e-Library’s Information Desk and virtual “chat reference” service; participate in the general management and the devel­opment of e-Library policies and procedures as appropriate; perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: A LA-accredited master’s deg Tomalee Doan, 701 Tappan K-3330, Ann Arbor, Ml 48109-1234. The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity, affirmative action em­ployer.HEAD OF PUBLIC SERVICES. The Lydia M. Olson Library at Northern Michigan University seeks applicants for a Head of Public Services. We are seeking a versatile and dynamic person to lead library Public Services in a Thinkpad® University environment—the first public university in Michi­gan to embark on a ‘laptop campus” initiative. This position administers the Public Ser C&RL News ■ February 2001/245 DEAN OF LIBRARY AFFAIRSSouthern Illinois University CarbondaleSouthern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC) invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of Library Affairs. The Dean is chief academic and administrative officer of Library Affairs, serves as a member of the Deans’ Council, and reports to the Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Research. Units within Library Affairs include: Public and Collection Development Services, Special Collections and Development Servi 246 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 McKendree DIRECTOR OF THE LIBRARYCollegeMcKendree College (Search Re-Opened)McKendree College is seeking applications for the position of Director of Holman Library. The director reports to the provost and dean of the college, supervises the staff, and acts as the representative and spokesperson for the library. The director will be expected to provide the vision and leadership to steer the continued development of the library in a time of rapid change. A key task will be the integration of emerging technol A second master’s degree is highly desirable. This is a full-time, 12-month tenure track faculty appointment at the Assistant Professor level. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Send letter of application with résumé, transcripts, and names of at least th ree references to: Search Committee, Lydia M. Olson Library, Northern Michigan University, 1401 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, Ml 49855. Letters of application must address applicant's qualifications and experi Requirements: Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program; sig­nificant coursework in the life sciences, or library reference and collection development experience in the life sciences, or combination of both. At Queens College these fields are: biology, psychology, nutrition, exercise physiology, speech and hearing pathology. Experience in teaching library and Internet skills in formal class settings. Experience using electronic resources in reference and instruction. Preferred: Degree in the life scien C&RL News ■ February 2001 / 247 RTHE STAUTE UTNIVERGSITY OEF NERW JERSSEYRUTGERS UNIVERSITY LIBRARIESThe New Brunswick Campus Libraries seek knowledgeable, creative and highly motivated individuals for the following positions:Social Sciences/Education Librarian: Provides general public services to users in the New Brunswick Libraries’ digital environment as subject specialist for the field of education. Major responsi­bilities include proactive, enthusiastic liaison with the faculty and students of the Graduate School of Education; collec 248 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 ASSOCIATE DEAN OF THE LIBRARYOakland University (Search Extended)Oakland University, a comprehensive, state-supported institution of 15,000 students, seeks applications and nominations for the position of Associate Dean of the University Library. The Associate Dean reports to the Dean of the Library and is responsible for assisting the Dean in the general administration of the Library and oversight of the $3.2M budget and 34-member staff. This is a tenure-track position at the associate or full professor le combination of educational background end experience. Desired Qualifi­cations: Excellent grasp of information needs in mathematics, statistics, computer science, and of undergraduate science majors. Enthusiasm for new methods of disseminating scientific information. Demonstrated inter­est in the applications of current and emerging technologies to meet the changing needs of users. Two years’ recent experience with collection management, reference, or instruction in an academic or special library. Strong ser insurance programs are in effect as are flexible spending accounts, TIAA- CREF retirement, and Social Security coverage. Application Process: Send statement of interest, résumé, and a list of references to:ThomasL. Haworth, Personnel Administrator, Purdue University Libraries, 1530 Stewart Center, West Lafayette, IN 47907-1530. Applications will be ac­cepted until position is filled. Priority consideration will be given to applica­tions received by March 15,2001. Libraries homepage may be viewed at: http:// C&RL News ■ February 2001 / 249 FOUR POSITIONS AVAILABLEThe State University of New York College at Old WestburyLocated on a 604-acre campus in western Nassau County, The College at Old Westbury enrolls a racially and culturally diverse student body. Exciting challenges facing the Library include planned graduate programs in business and education, implementing ExLibrís—new SUNY-wide library management system, and expanding role in instructional technology. The new librarian positions are 12-month, tenure-track appointments, beginning in 250 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 DIRECTOR OF LIBRARYCUNY Graduate CenterCUNY Graduate Center seeks Library Director at chief librarian (professor) level, responsible for administration, budgeting, planning, and de­velopment of library information services. Re­quires two master's degrees or doctoral de­gree (library science desired), plus record of effective leadership administering academic library: recruitment/ supervision of professional staff, budget development/management, and implementing emerging technologies to serve academic progra Systems Librarian, Electronic ServicesGwinnett Center LibrarySEARCH EXTENDEDThe Gwinnett University Center Library (http://www.gpc.peachnet.edu/gusclib) is a dynamic consortium library integrating information technology with traditional library services serving 3800 undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff of the Gwinnett University Center partner institutions of Georgia Perimeter College and the University of Georgia. Plans for a new library within the Gwinnett University Center’s new campus C&RL News ■ February 2001 / 251 HEAD OF REFERENCE SERVICESSaint Anselm College (Search Extended)Geisel Library seeks a dynamic, experienced librarian to be the Head of Reference Services. The position is responsible for directing reference services including library instruction, government documents, interlibrary loan, and faculty outreach. The position reports to the College Librarian.RESPONSIBILITIES: Manages a staff of three FTE librarians, two support staff, and student assistants. Coordinates library instruction program. Supervises i tency/critical thinking; experience with development of Web-based re­sources; proficiency in a language relevant to this position. Salary and Benefits: Salary and rank are negotiable and competitive dependent upon qualifications and experience. This is a tenure-track academic appoint­ment that includes eligibility for sabbatical leaves. Benefits include a university health care plan, TIAA-CREF retirement/annuity plan, group life insurance, and liberal vacation and sick leave. To Apply: Send letter of applic Minimum salary for Instructor rank: $43,369; for Assistant Professor: $48,203. Thirty additional graduate credits or 2nd subject master’s required for the rank of Assistant Professor. Excellent benefits including 44 days’ leave, calendar recesses, and release time. Send letter of interest, indicat­ing position desired, and c.v. to: Terri Campo, Long Island University, 1 University Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11201 -8423. Long Island University is the eighth largest private university in the U.S. It is recognized fo 252 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 HEAD, INFORMATION SERVICES DEPARTMENTUniversity of Alabama (Search Extended)DESCRIPTION:The University of Alabama Libraries is seeking a dynamic, experienced librarian with a user-centered vision of 21 st century information services to provide leadership tor the Humanities, Social Sciences, and Government Information Services Department located in the Amelia Gayle Gorgas Library. Incorporated in this department are the Information Center and Government Documents unit staffed by seven librarians, five class C&RL News ■ February 2001 / 253 REFERENCE LIBRARIANUniversity of Northern ColoradoThe University of Northern Colorado seeks applicants for the position of Reference Librarian and Assistant Professor of Library Science, position number 20628.REQUIRED: Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library school; experience in a college, university, or research library appropriate to the position; and a degree or relevant experience in a health-related field.This is a tenure-track position. The position reports to the Head of Reference. Responsibl 254 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 ASSISTANT MANAGER/ HEAD OF MONOGRAPH CATALOGINGGetty Research InstituteSupervise 8.5 FTE catalogers who produce original bibliographic and authority records for monographs in the full range of formats and a wide variety of languages; oversee and monitor daily operations; perform complex original cataloging; ensure quality and uniformity of bibliographic, holdings, and authority records; provide training and guidance to cataloging staff; ensure that projects are completed on time and within established param annual salary of $47,244 for an assistant professor. Library faculty are evaluated for retention, tenure, and promotion on performance in the areas of primary duties, research, and service. WIU (www.wiu.edu) is a comprehensive university enrolling 13,000 undergraduate and graduate students, located in a rural community. With over 1,000,000 catalogued volumes, substantial depository collection, and two electronic classrooms, the library employs 17 faculty and over 40 support staff. Application: Send cover le technical services and interlibrary loan staff. This is an excellent opportu­nity for a librarian seeking to undertake a variety of projects in technical services in a supportive, risk-taking environment. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled. Applications received before February 20,2001 .will receive first consideration.Visit: http://www.augustana.edu/library/jobopenings.html for full details.TECHNICAL SERVICES LIBRARIAN/MANAGER.The J. Robert Van Pelt Libra C&RL News ■ February 2001 / 255 CIRCULATION LIBRARIAN, HEAD OF ACCESS SERVICESUniversity of Maryland, Baltimore CountyUMBC, an honors university serving approximately 9,000 undergraduate and 1,500 graduate students, is one of two public universities in Maryland to achieve the “doctoral/research university- extensive” Carnegie classification. Located just outside Baltimore and 45 minutes from Washington, D.C., the campus is growing rapidly under dynamic leadership. The University’s ongoing commitment to strengthen the Library has led to in Late Job ListingsACADEMIC RESIDENT REFERENCE LIBRARIAN. The College of Wooster is seeking a recent graduate of a school of library and information science for its Academic Residency Library Program. The purpose of this program is to introduce a recent graduate to college librarianship and to give him or her a two-year learning experience focused in one or more areas of the library’s operation, with the opportunity to learn about and grow in other areas, as well. Responsibilities will include the following: 256 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 REFERENCE LIBRARIANUniversity of Maryland, Baltimore CountyUMBC, an honors university serving approximately 9,000 undergraduate and 1,500 graduate students, is one of two public universities in Maryland to achieve the “doctoral/research university- extensive” Carnegie classification. Located just outside Baltimore and 45 minutes from Washington, D.C., the campus is growing rapidly under dynamic leadership. The University’s ongoing commitment to strengthen the Library has led to investment in extensive techn C&RL News ■ February 2001 / 257 COORDINATOR OF INFORMATION SERVICESUniversity of DaytonDESCRIPTION: The University of Dayton’s Roesch Library is seeking an experienced and innovative librarian with a client-focused vision of academic reference services to provide leadership for the information services department. The University of Dayton is one of the nation’s 10 largest Catholic universities and Ohio’s largest private university, with an enrollment of 10,000 students, including 6,400 undergraduates. Roesch Library’s staff of 13 faculty 258 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 TRINITY UNIVERSITYDirector of the LibraryTrinity University invites applications and nominations for the position of Director of the Library.POSITION: Chief administrative officer of Trinity University’s Elizabeth Huth Coates Library. Reports to Vice President for Information Resources and Administrative Affairs. Overall responsibility for Library’s collections, programs, and services including long-range planning and development, advocacy, policy, personnel, budget, acquisitions, facilities, and technology C&RL News ■ February 2001 / 259 DIRECTOR of MASON LIBRARYKEENE STATE COLLEGEKeene State College invites applications for the position of Director for Mason Library beginning July 1, 2001. Keene State College is an affiliate of the University System of New Hampshire. The College is a public comprehensive college located in the scenic Monadnock region of southwestern New Hampshire. Keene State College and its teacher education programs are NEASC/NCATE-accredited. The College has an enrollment of approximately 3,800 undergraduate students, 1 260 / C&RL News ■ February 2001 ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR (TWO POSITIONS)East Carolina UniversityAssociate Director for Collections (New Position)(Position is contingent upon approval of classification.) Joyner Library, East Carolina University (ECU) seeks an experienced, innovative individual to lead the development of an increasingly research-oriented collection. The AD for Collections coordinates overall Library collection devel­opment and collection management functions. Directs Library collection development planning to meet the teaching, l C&RL News ■ February 2001 / 261 (continued from previous page)strated competence in management and budgeting; knowledge of emerging technologies; excellent leadership, interpersonal, communication and consensus-building skills; and a significant record of professional activity. The successful candidate will possess strong problem-solving abilities and analytical skills. Interviewees will present a brief talk as a part of the interview process.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS; Experience in managing a public service unit and in assessment of libra 262 I C&RL News ■ February 2001 DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY SERVICESThe Richard Stockton College of New JerseyThe Richard Stockton College of New Jersey is an innovative, residential, liberal arts and sciences college with a student body of 6,300 and a recognized record of academic excellence. Stockton, one of nine senior public Colleges in New Jersey, is located on a 1,600-acre campus insouthern New Jersey, 15 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, one hour from Philadelphia, and 2.5 hours from New York City. Baccalaureate degrees are awarded in 27 acad C&RL News ■ February 2001 / 263 AFFIRMATIVE ACTION RESIDENCY (TWO POSITIONS AVAILABLE)University of Minnesota, Twin CitiesThe University of Minnesota Libraries, Twin Cities Campus, has a strong commitment to equal opportunity and affirmative action and offers an Affirmative Action Residency Program to increase the number of librarians from underrepresented populations in academic research libraries.This continuing program is designed to attract recent graduates or librarians who are working in public, special, or other libraries, to acade