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| Position: | Electronic Resources Specialist |
| Appointment Rank: | Assistant Professor |
| Salary: | $48,000.00 |
| Available: | July 1, 2012 |
The University of Tennessee Libraries’ invites applications for the position of Electronic Resources Specialist. This position provides leadership for the process of investigating, negotiating, and licensing electronic resources in a team environment where the life cycle of electronic resources is managed. The Electronic Resources Specialist supervises one FTE staff position and reports to the Head of Electronic Resources and Serials Management. Responsibilities include investigating and comparing vendor products and offers, establishing and maintaining effective vendor relations, negotiating and documenting license terms and pricing, and collaborating in the management of the Serials Solutions electronic resources management system.
Working closely with the Associate Dean for Collections, Head of Electronic Resources & Serials Management, Head of Research Collections, and Electronic Resources Coordinator, this position contributes to the success of electronic resources and serials collections acquisition and management.
In consultation with the University of Tennessee’s Director of Contracts Administration, Purchasing Director, General Counsel, and the University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s Office of Vice Chancellor for Budget & Finance, this position negotiates and reviews digital resource licenses and user agreements to ensure their compliance with established standards, requirements, best practices, and copyright guidelines to ensure the broadest educational use.
The UT Knoxville campus seeks candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University.
Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Environment:
The University of Tennessee Libraries serves the flagship campus of the state university system. The UT Libraries supports the teaching, research, and service mission of the university and enhances the academic experience of each student at the Knoxville campus — through outstanding print and electronic collections, reference and instructional services, and top-notch facilities and technological resources.
The UT Libraries serves as an intellectual, cultural, and social center for the university and community. We are a national leader in the creation of regionally significant digital collections; in support of open access though our digital repository Trace; and through a rich history of designing innovative spaces and building key partnerships that enhance the teaching/learning enterprise. The University of Tennessee Libraries is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries, the Digital Library Federation, Lyrasis, and the Center for Research Libraries. The UT Libraries collaborates actively at the state level with the other UT System Libraries as well as the libraries in the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
Benefits:
Excellent benefits include 24 annual leave days; choice of state retirement plan or ORP (AIG Retirement, ING, TIAA-CREF) with nonrefundable contributions paid for the employee by the University; optional group health and life insurance plans. Tuition remission is available for all university employees and partial undergraduate tuition remission is available to dependent children and spouses of UT employees. Faculty rank and status; twelve-month, tenure-track appointment.
Application Procedures:
A background check and official transcripts are required prior to hiring. Send cover letter addressing the above qualifications, a current resume, and the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three recent references to: Elizabeth Greene, Library Human Resources, 1015 Volunteer Blvd., Knoxville, TN 37996-1000. Application materials may be sent via email attachment to [log in to unmask]. Review of applications will begin September 4, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled. Qualified spring graduates are encouraged to apply.
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admissions without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.
Eligibility and other terms and conditions of employment benefits at The University of Tennessee are governed by laws and regulations of the State of Tennessee, and this non-discrimination statement is intended to be consistent with those laws and regulations.
In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, The University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the University.
Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), ADA (disability), Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity (OED), 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone (865) 974-2498 (V/TTY available) or 974-2440. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity.
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2. Knoxville, TN: Asst Professor, University of Tennessee School of Info Sciences
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ASSISTANT PROFESSOR POSITION
The University of Tennessee's School of Information Sciences invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, effective, January 1, 2013 or August 1, 2013. The School of Information Sciences offers an ALA-accredited master's degree, an undergraduate minor in information studies and post graduate degree in a college wide inter-disciplinary PhD program in Communications and Information. Further information about the program, faculty, and the life of the School may be found at www.sis.utk.edu . The School, located on the main campus in Knoxville, is part of the College of Communication and Information and has a full-time faculty of 12 and a staff of five. The University of Tennessee, established in 1796, is the land-grant institution in the state and the premier research institution. Knoxville is the largest of four campuses, including a large medical campus in Memphis, and is noted for its strong undergraduate and graduate programs. Other professional schools include business, law, education, engineering, social work and nursing. There are many opportunities for inter-and cross-disciplinary collaboration. The College of Communication and Information includes strong programs in library and information sciences, advertising, broadcasting, journalism, public relations, and speech communications. Particular strengths include public policy, the information industry, science information, and new media. The Knoxville metropolitan area is the gateway to the Smoky Mountains National Park as well as national forests and other outdoor attractions. The Tennessee Valley Authority's home office is in Knoxville and the Oak Ridge National Laboratories, where the University is an active partner, is a few minutes away. The area has rich historical and cultural traditions.
FACULTY RESPONSIBILITIES include: Developing and sustaining an active research/scholarly productivity agenda. Teaching at least two courses per semester at the graduate or undergraduate level, including one core course per semester. Instruction is both live on-site and via telecommunications and digital technology. Advising students, participating in the life of the School, including service on School, College, and campus committees, and developing/maintaining relationships with graduates and other members of the library and information science community.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Earned doctorate by time of appointment in information sciences, library science or related area. Demonstrated teaching ability and established research record or demonstrated research potential.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Education and experience in one or more of the following areas: archival studies or digital curation and one or more of scientific and technical information; special libraries; competitive/business intelligence/knowledge management
- Experience or demonstrated ability in design and delivery of courses in a variety of formats, including distance learning modes, is highly desirable.
SALARY: Commensurate with experience and highly competitive at the rank of assistant professor. Opportunities for summer teaching. UT participates in TIAA/CREF and offers an excellent benefits package, including partial tuition reimbursement for dependents enrolled at the University.
DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin on September 1, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled.
SUBMIT: Statement of research interests, curriculum vitae, and names of three references to:
Dr. Suzie Allard or Dr. Vandana Singh
Search Committee Chair
School of Information Sciences
University of Tennessee
446 Communications Building
1345 Circle Park Drive
Knoxville, TN 37996-0341
Digital applications are welcome and may be submitted to vandana(at)utk.edu or sallard(at)utk.edu
"The institution welcomes and honors people of all races, creeds, cultures and sexual orientations, and values intellectual curiosity, pursuit of knowledge, and academic freedom and integrity.
EEO/AA Statement
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admissions without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.
Eligibility and other terms and conditions of employment benefits at The University of Tennessee are governed by laws and regulations of the State of Tennessee, and this non-discrimination statement is intended to be consistent with those laws and regulations.
In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, The University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the University.
Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), ADA (disability), Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity (OED), 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone (865) 974-2498 (V/TTY available) or 974-2440. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity.
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LIBRARY DIRECTOR – ROCK ISLAND (IL) PUBLIC LIBRARY
Rock Island Public Library Board of Trustees seeks a visionary leader as their new Director—someone capable of working strategically with community organizations and agencies to develop and enhance library services—and effectively provide and promote those services to the community. The successful candidate will blend creativity and innovation with the heritage and legacy of the Library—the oldest public library in Illinois (1872)—and honor the Library’s commitment to provide each resident “more for your life.” The Library serves this historic Mississippi River community of nearly 40,000 (plus an additional 10,000 served through a contract with the Milan-Blackhawk Area Library District) with three locations—the Main Library downtown and two branches (30/31 and Southwest) and has staff of 31.2 FTEs, a $2.4 million annual budget, a dedicated Friends of the Library, and an active Library Foundation.
The City of Rock Island, 175 miles west of Chicago, is a major city in what is known as the Quad Cities (population:400,000) that includes Rock Island (IL), Moline (IL), East Moline (IL), Davenport (IA) and Bettendorf (IA). Rock Island is a city of neighborhoods where “residents feel at home” and blend their love of history and preservation with new development, restaurants, galleries and theatres. Outdoor recreation flourishes with parks, bike paths, river activities and festivals. The Quad Cities region is the home of two community colleges (Blackhawk College and Scott Community College), two private colleges (Augustana College and Saint Ambrose University), in addition to Western Illinois University and the Quad Cities Graduate Studies Center. Additional information about the library and the community can be found at Rock Island Links.
Responsibilities. The Director reports to a nine member Library Board—appointed by the Mayor—and working with the City Manager serves as a City Department Head. Under the general direction of and within the policies set by the Library Board, the Director is responsible for developing and presenting an operating plan, budget, and policies necessary to provide optimal library service to community residents. The Director will also work with the Milan-Blackhawk Area District Library Board as well as the newly formed 20-member RiverShare Library Consortium. Opportunities and challenges include: strategic and facilities planning, expanding the Library’s visibility in the community; expanding collaborative partnerships; promoting the Library’s mission and goals; introducing new technology for staff and patrons; and developing alternative strategies for enhancing the library’s $2.4 million annual budget. See the Position Profile for additional details.
Qualifications. A master’s degree in library science from an ALA accredited program and comprehensive experience in library administration including a minimum six years of senior‑level supervisory experience. Essential attributes include a strong understanding and ability to articulate the public library’s vision, mission and values to the community; collaboration and consensus-building skills; facilities maintenance and space planning experience; excellent interpersonal and team-building skills; a history of responsiveness to staff, customer and community needs and concerns; and sound fiscal management skills. Complete qualifications are available on the formal Job Description. Successful experience working with a policy-making board and collaborating with elected officials is highly desirable. The successful candidate must meet a residency requirement which includes establishing residence in the City of Rock Island within one year of the hire date.
Compensation. The salary range for the position is $63,522-$98,542 (with placement within the range dependent on experience and qualifications). In addition, the Library offers an excellent benefits package.
If you are interested in career growth, we look forward to discussing this opportunity with you. Contact Dan or Jobeth Bradbury at Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates. Apply via email to either of the above and attach a meaningful cover letter and current resume in Microsoft Word or PDF format. The position will close October 7, 2012.
Jobeth Bradbury
Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates
4545 Wornall Road, Ste. 805
Kansas City, MO 64111