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----- Forwarded Message ---- From: Tim Stowell <[log in to unmask]> To: [log in to unmask] Sent: Tuesday, April 3, 2007 12:28:54 AM Subject: [LIBJOBS] Technology and Metadata Librarian - Dubai - United Arab Emirates Technology and Metadata Librarian Library and Learning Resources Zayed University Dubai United Arab Emirates Zayed University, a premier university in the United Arab Emirates, is an innovative and young institution committed to the education of Emirati women. The University has 600 faculty and staff serving a total of 3,000 students across two campuses in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Zayed University graduates bilingual students who are global in their thinking and equipped to become leaders of their country and role models for women in the Arab world. The University is primarily an undergraduate institution, with emerging graduate programs and research opportunities focusing on national needs. Zayed University is fully accredited in the U.A.E. and is a candidate for accreditation with the Middle States Commission on Higher Education in the U.S.A. The United Arab Emirates is a progressive country known for its high standard of living and its safe and family-friendly environment. The Technology and Metadata Librarian supports the library operations by maintaining the library systems, incorporating new technologies and implementing innovative solutions that enhance learning and research. In a role that broadens traditional technical services responsibilities, this position coordinates changes to the integrated library system, manages bibliographic record loads, coordinates database maintenance routines, catalogs print and multimedia materials, engages in cooperative technology projects and serves the University as an integral resource within the library. The Responsibilities Maintaining library information technology programs using a broad range of software and hardware. Working collaboratively with library staff and other campus units to implement and support digital projects and services including the library Web site. Managing bibliographic data loads and database maintenance routines. Cataloging materials in all formats. Helping with troubleshooting hardware and software on both campuses. Recommending innovative initiatives to expand library services. Training staff on the use of technology, databases and library systems. May participate in information literacy programs. Working with other technical services and systems librarians locally, in the region and internationally. The Requirements Master¢s degree in library science from an ALA accredited program or its equivalent. Knowledge of current library information technologies. Knowledge of current library bibliographic standards and cataloging rules. Strong communication and organizational skills. Experience working with Innovative Interfaces, Inc. desirable. The Benefits The University's benefits package is highly attractive with competitive salaries free of tax in the United Arab Emirates, housing, furniture allowance, annual vacation airline tickets for the employee and immediate family, educational subsidies for children and subsidized healthcare for the employee. To Apply Visit our Web site at www.zu.ac.ae. In addition to completing the online application form, attach one document containing a letter of application, a current CV, and the contact details of three referees. Appointment start date: August 2007 Tim Stowell Recruitment and Organizational Development Officer HR Department Zayed University, Dubai Tel: (971 4) 402 1289 Fax: (971 4) 402 1013 ____________________________________________________________________________________ Get your own web address. Have a HUGE year through Yahoo! Small Business. http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/domains/?p=BESTDEAL