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________________________________ From: [log in to unmask] [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Sheila Bair Sent: Thursday, January 10, 2008 3:21 PM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: [Metadatalibrarians] Posting: Librarian, Head of Technical Services, Western Michigan University Please excuse any cross-posting. Western Michigan University (WMU) seeks an innovative and service-oriented librarian, associate professor rank, to lead and coordinate technical services. This librarian must possess the knowledge and expertise necessary to provide access to our collections and deliver services appropriate to WMU's Carnegie Classification designation "research university with high research activity." The technical services unit uses the Voyager system, OCLC, MARCIVE, SFX and Verde. Responsibilities: The Head of Technical Services coordinates acquisition, cataloging (including non-MARC metadata), processing, binding and serial resources procedures; plans, directs, manages and evaluates all technical services staff and operations. Contributes expertise and leadership in the libraries' digital and scholarly communications initiatives. Qualifications: Required: Degree from ALA accredited program in library or information science; Evidence of 5+ years progressively responsible administrative experience in Technical Services; experience negotiating and managing library collections contracts; experience with integrated library systems and OCLC; strong information technology skills; extensive experience with cataloging/metadata, using standards and practices, metadata schema, Library of Congress Subject Headings, and Library of Congress classification; demonstrated experience implementing measures that enhance oversight and access to library materials through such means as electronic data interchange, electronic resource management systems, federated search, open url and institutional repository, effective oral and written communication skills; evidence of research, scholarly and/or creative activity; continuing commitment to professional development; and the ability to meet the requirements of tenure and promotion; ability to stay informed on new practices, trends, developments, and standards in the Technical Services field. Preferred: Experience with Voyager integrated library system; second masters' degree in relevant field; experience using XML (e.g. Text Encoding Initiative or Resource Description Framework); a working knowledge of relevant standards and protocols such as SUSHI and OAI-PMH; reading knowledge of a foreign language. APPOINTMENT AND COMPENSATION: Full-time twelve months tenure-track appointment. Faculty rank, status, privileges, and responsibilities. Expected start date February/March 2008. Minimum: $59,125 for Associate Professor plus generous benefits. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. PROCEDURES: Letter, vita, and the names and phone numbers of 3 references should be sent online to: http://www.wmich.edu/hr/careers-at-wmu.htm. Applications should be received by January 30, 2008. Review will continue until the position is filled. WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY AND THE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES: WMU is a dynamic and growing Carnegie Doctoral/Research Extensive University with 29 doctoral programs and enrollment of 25,000 students, 20% at the graduate level. Located less than three hours from Chicago and Detroit, Kalamazoo offers rich cultural and recreational activities and is situated in the fastest growing part of the state. The University Libraries include Waldo Library, the main library, and four branch libraries. The library collections include over 4.5 million items. WMU is an EO/AA Employer that encourages qualified women and members of minority groups to apply. Sheila Bair Metadata and Cataloging Librarian Western Michigan University Libraries _______________________________________________ Metadatalibrarians mailing list [log in to unmask] http://lists.monarchos.com/listinfo.cgi/metadatalibrarians-monarchos.com