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Subject: job posting; Corvallis, OR
From: "Boock, Michael" <Michael.Boock@oregonstate.edu>
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2003 15:42:40 -0700
To: <SERIALST@LIST.UVM.EDU>

POSITION AVAILABLE
Oregon State University Libraries
Serials Acquisitions Unit Head

The Oregon State University Libraries seeks a highly motivated
individual responsible for the supervision and effective operation of
the Serials Acquisitions Unit within Technical Services.

Oregon State University is one of only ten American universities to hold
the land, sea, and space grant designation and is a Carnegie
Doctoral/Research - Extensive status institution. OSU is located in
Corvallis, a community of 50,000 people situated in the Willamette
Valley between Portland and Eugene.  Ocean beaches, lakes, rivers,
forests, high desert, and the rugged Cascade and Coast Ranges are all
within a 100-mile drive of Corvallis. Approximately 15,400 undergraduate
and 3,400 graduate students are enrolled at OSU, including 2,500 U.S.
students of color and 1,200 international students.  The university has
an institution-wide commitment to diversity and multiculturalism, and
provides a welcoming atmosphere with unique professional opportunities
for leaders who are women and people of color.  All are encouraged to apply.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Formulates, recommends and executes policy pertaining to serials
check-in, claiming, ordering and receipt. Serves as a resource person
for the resolution of serials problems. Supervises 6 full-time
classified staff: makes hiring decisions; determines training needs,
recommends training programs and trains staff in serials check-in and
claiming procedures and the use of new technology for serials
acquisitions; conducts performance evaluations. Manages the timely
completion of projects relating to serials holding record clean up. Acts
as a liaison between the Serials Acquisitions Unit and the Electronic
Resources Assistant, the Serials Cataloging Unit Head and the Head of
Collections. Works under the general supervision of the Head of
Technical Services, referring questions for consultation. Makes vendor
recommendations, monitors vendor performance and coordinates ordering,
receiving and payment authorizations. Depending on qualifications, may
provide original and complex copy!
   cataloging of serials, perform reference desk duties, or participate
in digital projects.

Qualifications:
Required: Minimum of one year supervisory experience; ability to
supervise and train staff; proven aptitude for leadership and
supervision.  Demonstrated knowledge of serials check-in, claiming,
ordering and receipt in an electronic environment.  Experience with
Serials and/or Acquisitions modules of an automated library system.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with Technical
Services staff, other library staff,  library users, and vendors.
Excellent oral and written communication skills. Experience with
Microsoft Excel and other microcomputer applications.

Preferred: Bachelors degree. Experience with electronic serials ordering
and check-in in an academic library or a similar large or complex
library setting. Experience with government documents check-in and
processing. Experience with III's Millenium Serials and/or Acquisitions
modules.  Preferred qualifications include a demonstrable commitment to
promoting and enhancing diversity.

POSITION INFORMATION:
This is a full-time, 12-month, fixed term professional faculty
appointment. Renewal is at the discretion of the University Librarian.
Minimum salary of $32,000 annually plus medical, dental and life
insurance are available; staff tuition fee privileges for employee or a
dependent at an Oregon University System school (restrictions apply).
This position earns 15 hours of vacation and 8 hours of sick leave each
month. For benefits see web page at:
<http://oregonstate.edu/admin/benefits/>. To Apply: Submit a letter of
application, current resume, and names, addresses and telephone numbers
of three references to Brenda Marcum, 121 Valley Library, Oregon State
University, Corvallis, OR 97331-4501 or Email at
Brenda.Marcum@oregonstate.edu.  For full consideration, apply by
September 2, 2003.   This position is funded by education & general funds.

Oregon State University is an AA/EEO employer and has a policy of being
responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.

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Michael Boock
Head of Technical Services
Oregon State University Libraries
121 The Valley Library
Corvallis, OR  97331
541.737.9155
Fax: 541.737.8267
michael.boock@oregonstate.edu
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