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Library Director -- Shawnee State University -- Ohio
Shawnee State UniversityDivision of Academic AffairsFull-Time
Administrative Position - Library Director
Shawnee State University is seeking a creative and energetic individual
for a full- time administrative position in the Division of Academic
Affairs as Library Director to begin summer, 2008. Successful applicant
will be expected to plan, organize and direct library services for the
university in order to provide adequate and appropriate resources and
services to meet learning, teaching and research needs. This position
supervises an administrative team of five full-time librarians, nine
support staff, and student employees.Principal duties and responsibilities
include (but not limited to): develops long and short term goals and
objectives for library services; develops and administers the library
budget; evaluates library employees; develops and administers policies and
procedures for library services; examines and selects materials in
cooperation with librarians; works collaboratively with other university
and public libraries; serves as a building manager; and maintains
knowledge of current trends in the library field including applications of
computer technology to libraries.Minimum knowledge and skills required:
Master's degree in Library Science from an A.L.A. accredited institution.
Five to seven year related experience with two years in management.
Interpersonal and communication skills to coordinate library services.
Analytical skills to develop and administer departmental goals.
Familiarity with systems of shared library resources such as OhioLINK.For
consideration: Submit a cover letter specifically addressing
qualifications for the position, vita, copies of transcript showing
highest degree, and contact information for three references to: Shawnee
State University, Department of Human Resources, 940 Second Street,
Portsmouth, OH, 45662. Electronic application is preferred, and can be
submitted to the Department of Human Resources at [log in to unmask] Review
of applications will begin February 1, 2008 and continue until position is
filled. For fur- ther information contact Dr. Dave Todt, Interim Provost,
740-351-3472 or [log in to unmask] SSU seeks applicants who share our
commitment to student as our first priority. SSU is an EEO employer.
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