Kansas State University is conducting a search for the position of Coordinator, Access and Reference Services at K-State Libraries. MLS as well as academic library experience in circulation, reserves, and/or reference required. For a complete position description and application procedures visit our website: www.lib.k-state.edu/jobs. EOE. Background check required.
Associate
Director for Collections
The University at Albany, SUNY, invites applications and nominations for the position of Associate Director for Collections. Reporting to the Dean and Director of Libraries, this senior administrative position is responsible for building, assessing and managing the Libraries' print and electronic collections, managing a $5 million acquisitions budget, and supervising, coordinating and evaluating the work of the Libraries' subject specialists. Responsibilities also include oversight of gifts, Special Collections, University Archives, and the Preservation Department. As a member of the senior administrative group, the Associate Director shares responsibility for developing and implementing the mission, goals and broad policy directions for the University Libraries.
Albany
is looking for an experienced, creative, forward-thinking leader with a
keen
sense of the evolving role of research libraries in the digital age and
demonstrated knowledge of best practices and current trends in
collection
management and scholarly communication. The Associate Director works
actively
with academic schools and departments to determine selective areas of
excellence and growth to be reflected in the Libraries' collection
investment.
S/he is responsible for coordinating initiatives with other associate
directors
and library managers, advising and mentoring junior faculty, and
promoting
staff professional growth. S/he represents the Libraries on
collaborative
projects with other campus units and other libraries. The Associate
Director
demonstrates commitment to personal professional development through
scholarly
research and publication, presentations, and participation in national
professional associations.
Required: Graduate degree in librarianship from an ALA-accredited institution and from a college or university accredited by a U. S. Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization. Successful, progressively responsible experience in developing research library collections; management and supervisory experience; and, a track record of creativity in developing library programs. Strong analytical and budget management skills. Demonstrated ability to work across organizational boundaries and to lead effective teams and manage change. Working knowledge of the scholarly publications market, scholarly communications trends, the open access movement, digital repositories, and library technical services and resource sharing. Must demonstrate: strong service orientation; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to organize and plan; leadership ability; and ability to use library and office computer applications. All applicants must ad!
dress in their cover letter their commitment to equal opportunity and affirmative action and their ability to work with a culturally diverse population. All applicants must have a record of publication and service that meets the Libraries' criteria for appointment at the academic faculty rank of Associate Librarian. Finalists will be asked to present on an assigned topic and to submit official transcripts of highest degree.
Preferred: Subject specialization or an additional graduate degree; experience working in a public institution and unionized environment; and, grant writing experience.
TERMS & BENEFITS: Calendar-year appointment and tenure-track position; sick leave and annual leave; health insurance, dental, vision and prescription coverage. TIAA/CREF or New York State Employees' Retirement available.
Please apply on-line: [log in to unmask]. Provide a cover letter, your resume, and the e-mails, street addresses and telephone numbers of three professional references.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 10/30/2010
ADDRESS CORRESPONDENCE TO: Anna Z. Radkowski-Lee, Library Personnel Officer, University Libraries - LI 111, University at Albany, SUNY, 1400 Washington Avenue, Albany, New York 12222
Federal regulations require notice to all perspective employee with information on crimes that occurred on campus. Please refer to the following website for complete detail: http://police.albany.edu/asr.htm
The University at Albany is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/IRCA/ADA employer
Mary F. Casserly, Ph.D.
Dean and Director of Libraries
LI-123
University at Albany
1400 Washington Avenue
Albany NY 12222
(518) 442-3568 ph
(518) 442-3567 fax
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SYSTEMS AND WEB DEVELOPMENT LIBRARIAN
- Library
The Petroleum Institute (PI), Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates invites applications for the new position of Systems and Web Development Librarian.
The successful applicant will lead developments and operations in enhancing library web related activities, integrate access to digital information as well as administer and develop the library’s information management systems. The position reports directly to the Head Librarian.
Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to the following:
· Develop and implement new Web based applications and user services
· Manage digital information services and resources that support teaching, learning and research
· Establish policies and standards for presentation of web based content and services
· Manage and administer all aspects of the library’s Integrated Library Management System ILMS
· Liaise with system vendor and Institute’s IT department for development of the system
· Provide technical expertise, support and training for the successful operation and development of the ILMS
· Complete projects reports and other assigned tasks within established time frames so that library system goals and objectives are met and services delivered efficiently and effectively
· Manage and administer all aspects of the Library’s various information systems
· Provide technical expertise, support, and training for digital library planning and development
· Serve as the library liaison to appropriate campus committees
· Participate in Library, institutional and other professional activities
· Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:
· Demonstrated/documented evidence of successful management of web projects, computer systems projects and networking
· Knowledge, web design, scripting languages and support skills and of MARC and metadata record structures
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
· Familiarity with SQL
· Demonstrated substantial experience with an integrated library management system
· Familiarity with relational databases and handling a variety of data formats
· 3-5 years relevant library experience preferred
· International library experience an advantage
· Ability to work in a small team environment
· Demonstrated capacity to foster and manage change
· Ability to lead, envision, and plan for future directions
Preferred Qualifications:
· Accredited ALA MLS degree or other internationally recognized library qualifications. Candidates with any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
· Knowledge of standard Microsoft software packages, experience in Web server administration
The Petroleum Institute (PI) was created in 2001 with the goal of establishing itself as a world-class institution in engineering education and research in areas of significance to the oil and gas and the broader energy industries. The PI’s sponsors and affiliates include Abu Dhabi National Oil Company and several major international oil companies, namely Shell, BP, Jodco and Total. The campus has modern instructional laboratories and classroom facilities and is now in the planning phase of three major research centers on its campus. The PI is affiliated with the Colorado School of Mines, the University of Maryland (College Park), the University of Minnesota and Johannes Kepler University in Linz, Austria. Recent additions to collaborating institutions include Rice University and University of Texas, Austin. The growth of the PI is instrumental to meet the business and research needs of the fast growth of the UAE industry. For additional information, please refer to the PI website: www.pi.ac.ae.
To Apply: Interested candidates should submit all materials online at http://www.pi.ac.ae/jobs/Lib/SysWeb. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until successful candidates are selected. Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.