The Reese Library at Augusta
State University, Augusta, Georgia invites candidates from Alabama, Florida,
Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee to apply for a current
open position as Automation Librarian. Interested candidates should send: a
letter of interest summarizing how the candidate meets the qualifications, a
curriculum vitae, and the contact information for three professional references
to Mr. Jeffrey Heck at [log in to unmask]
(electronic submissions only, please) by September 6, 2010.
JOB DESCRIPTION
REESE LIBRARY – AUGUSTA STATE UNIVERSITY
Automation Librarian
Nature of Work:
Provide
strategic leadership in developing effective access to and use of electronic
information sources. Participate in the ongoing development of automated
library information systems and helps maintain the efficient operation of
existing automated processes. Maintain, coordinate, plan, and implement
applicable library-wide computer systems, including automation systems, digital
projects, Internet-based resources, mobile device access, and locally produced
databases. Report to Library Director and/or Associate Library Director.
Examples of
Responsibilities:
·
Coordinates
the development, implementation and maintenance of automated systems within
consortial and campus requirements, and advises on potential automation
-
Liaises with campus Information Technology Services (ITS) to maintain all
automated systems
-
Liaises with the Service Site Coordinator for Georgia’s
consortial catalogs and research databases, Galileo Integrated Libraries
(GIL) and GeorgiA LIbrary LEarning Online (GALILEO)
- Coordinates
maintenance and development of the
library Web site within campus requirements
·
Provides
library instruction, including classroom instruction, training of staff and
faculty, and preparation of interactive materials, with a focus on automated
resources
·
Performs
other duties at the reference desk as assigned, including nights and weekends
·
Fulfills
responsibilities as a faculty member including serving on committees, attending
professional meetings and publishing
·
Supervises
one full-time employee and student assistants
·
Performs
other duties as assigned by Library Director and/or Associate Director
Requirements:
·
American
Library Association (ALA)-accredited Master's degree
·
Ability
to quickly learn, employ, and adapt technology to local needs, especially for
library automation systems, digital media and projects, Internet technologies,
networks, and Windows systems
·
Ability
to supervise and direct the workflow of a department
·
Ability
to establish and maintain effective working relationships
·
Excellent
oral and written communication skills; strong service orientation; ability to
translate technology for inexperienced users; ability to establish and maintain
effective working relationships
·
Aptitude
for acting as liaison between Reese Library and campus and external technology
providers
·
Commitment
to and enthusiasm for reference service and library instruction; including
nights and weekends
Salary/Rank/Benefits:
·
Salary
and rank commensurate with qualifications and experience
·
Anticipated
salary range: Mid to high $50,000s.
·
Benefits
of the University System of Georgia
·
Tenure
track
Augusta
State University: see the
university’s website at http://www.aug.edu
Augusta State
University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
July 2010
LouAnn Blocker
Electronic Resources and Serials Librarian, Reese Library
Augusta State University
2500 Walton Way
Augusta, GA 30904
706-667-4907
Fax: 706-667-4415