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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