Head of Collection Development
Marx Library, University of South Alabama
The Marx Library of the University of South Alabama seeks a Head of Collection Development. Under the direction of the Assistant Dean, this position will oversee the collection development and management of resources in all formats, monitor
the library’s collection budget, provide leadership and support for library liaisons and faculty, review and monitor licenses for electronic resources, supervise acquisitions personnel, and coordinate the library’s gift materials program.
Specific Responsibilities:
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Manage materials budget
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Oversee the selection, ordering, and receiving of materials
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Negotiate license agreements
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Evaluate current collection and gift materials
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Manage a DDA program (demand-driven acquisitions)
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Provide assessment reports on library resources for university programs
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Provide other reports as needed
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Develop collection development policies and procedures
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Determine subject allocations
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Coordinate subject bibliographers
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Supervise acquisitions staff
Required Qualifications:
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An ALA-accredited MLS/MIS/MLIS
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Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to problem solving and working across organizational boundaries
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Aptitude for complex, analytical work with an attention to detail
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines
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Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
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Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a congenial team environment
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Strong organizational skills
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Demonstrated interest in professional development
Preferred Qualifications:
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At least ten years of relevant experience in an academic or research library
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Experience assessing and negotiating licenses for electronic resources
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Knowledge of integrated library systems
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Supervisory experience
This is a twelve-month, tenure-track library faculty appointment at the Associate Librarian rank with an estimated start date of June 2015.
Review of applications will begin March 16, 2015, and will continue until the position is filled. Submit letter of application, resume, and the names and contact information for at least three references to:
Muriel Nero, Chair
Head of Collection Development Search Committee
Marx Library
University of South Alabama
5901 USA Drive North
Mobile, AL 36688
OR
Candidates can view http://www.cityofmobile.org/ for information about Mobile, Alabama.
The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.
From: Trey Lemley [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: Sunday, March 01, 2015 8:41 PM
To: Lancaster, Cindy Teaff (Cindy)
Subject: Job Ad
To Whom It May Concern:
I am on the search committee for the attached position and would appreciate it if you would advertise it to your alumni.
Thank you for your consideration.
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Trey Lemley, MLIS, JD, AHIP
Information Services Librarian
University of South Alabama Biomedical Library
5791 USA Drive North
CBBL Room 214
Mobile, AL 36688
251-460-6888 (voice)