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Subject: [collib-l] Job Announcement - McNeese - Electronic Resources
Librarian - Readvertised
Date: Thu, 09 Aug 2007 14:01:59 -0500
From: Paul Drake <[log in to unmask]>
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CC: 'Kenneth Awagain' <[log in to unmask]>
McNeese State University
Electronic Resources Librarian
Frazar Memorial Library
RE-ADVERTISED
McNeese State University invites applications for the position of
Electronic Resources Librarian at Frazar Memorial Library. This is an
unclassified, full-time, 12-month, tenure-track faculty position.
Position Description and Responsibilities:
Coordinates linking, federated searching, and other projects to enhance
electronic access to Library resources. Supports development of
policies and procedures for managing electronic resources. Creates and
analyzes statistical reports on electronic resource usage. Implements
web page design and development, participates in management of web site,
and addresses issues related to copyright compliance. Participates in
the selection, installation, and maintenance of equipment and software.
Serves as liaison with University's Information Technology and
Computing departments in technical issues affecting library resources
and services. Provides technical assistance and expertise to library
staff and patrons. Participates in professional development.
Requirements:
MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution (or equivalent).
Demonstrated competencies in managing and troubleshooting electronic
resources. Understanding of practices and trends in using licensed
electronic resources and other digital content, such as open URL access,
federated searching, course management systems, and electronic resource
management software. Working knowledge of web authoring programs and
related web-based technologies such as XML, XSL, CSS, RSS, and
JavaScript. Experience in use of office software as well as
library-specific applications. Strong working knowledge of PC hardware,
Windows-based applications, and the uses and configuration of library
staff and public workstations. Aptitude for detail-oriented work.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work
collaboratively or independently.
Salary: $50,800.
Deadline: Applications accepted until position filled.
Application Materials and Contact: Send cover letter with resume, plus
the name, address, phone number, and e-mail address for each of three
references to:
Kenneth Awagain
Chair, Electronic Resources Librarian Search Committee
McNeese State University Library
P.O. Box 91445
Lake Charles, LA 70609
(337) 475-5737 or (337) 475-5730
(337) 475-5727 [FAX]
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Relevant Web Sites: Frazar Memorial Library:
http://library.mcneese.edu; McNeese State University:
http://www.mcneese.edu; LOUIS: The Louisiana Library Network:
www.louislibraries.org; Louisiana University System:
http://www.uls.state.la.us/;
Lake Charles, LA: http://www.cityoflakecharles.com.
McNeese State University is an AA/EEO/ADA employer committed to
excellence through diversity.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires McNeese State
University to inform applicants that the University can employ only U.S.
citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Each new
employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity
and right to accept employment.
Instructional faculty candidates with foreign degrees must provide
official certification of equivalency to U.S. degrees, an official
comprehensive course-by-course report and U.S. Equivalency Statement,
from World Education Services. The official Credential Evaluation
Report and U.S. Equivalency Statement must be submitted directly to the
Office of Academic Affairs, Box 93220, Lake Charles, LA 70609; (337)
475-5508. Simple transaction of the language on foreign diplomas,
transcripts, coursework, or similar will NOT suffice and will cause the
application packet to be judged as incomplete.
McNeese State University is a member of the University of Louisiana
System. Under Louisiana law, applications and all supporting materials
will become public record. An executive session pursuant to LA R.S.
42:6.1(A) may be required.
Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the Americans
with Disabilities Act should contact the Vice-President for Special
Services and Equity Office: Voice: (337) 475-5428: Hearing impaired
(TDD) (337) 475-5722; Fax: (337) 475-5960.
