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Library Director -- Seabury-Western Theological Seminary -- Illinois
Library: Director of the United Library. The United Library is the
combined library of Seabury-Western Theological Seminary (Episcopal Church
USA) and Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary (United Methodist
Church), located on the campus of Northwestern University, Evanston,
Illinois. Responsibilities include: oversee all library operations,
including collection development, development / promotion of library
resources and services, instruction in research and bibliographic skills
for students and other library users, management of library budget,
coordination of information and instructional technology, and long-range
planning, including planning for space needs. The Director is a member of
both seminary faculties and is expected to maintain relationships with both
institutions. Candidates must possess, at a minimum, a master's degree
from an ALA-accredited program, an advanced degree in theology (at least a
master's, doctorate preferred), and significant management experience in an
academic library. Preferred: experience in teaching research,
bibliographic and information-retrieval skills; understanding of
principles of collection development, with particular sensitivity to
United Methodist and Episcopal denominational materials; ability to
advocate for the library; strong administrative and supervisory skills;
ability to support and advocate for academic technology; ability to relate
to faculty, students, and administrators; active church life; grant-writing
skills. To apply, send application letter, curriculum vitae, and three
letters of reference to Ruth Meyers, United Library Search Committee,
Seabury-Western Theological Seminary, 2122 Sheridan Rd., Evanston,
Illinois 60201; e-mail [log in to unmask] Seabury-Western and
Garrett-Evangelical Seminaries are Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action
employers and encourage racial/ethnic minorities and women to apply.
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