Date: Wed, 12 Oct 2005 14:28:49 -0500
From: emcdnld1@memphis.edu
Subject: employment oppportunity

Department Head - Cataloging Department

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Classification: Tenure track faculty position. Twelve month appointment.

Reporting Structure: Reports to the Dean of University Libraries.

Rank and Salary: Assistant Professor or Associate Professor. Assistant
Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor depending on
qualifications. Salary and rank commensurate with qualifications and
experience, minimum $50,000 per year.

Description: The University Libraries seeks an experienced, dynamic, and
innovative librarian to provide leadership and direction for the
operation and management of the Cataloging Department. His/her
responsibilities include planning, organizing, implementing, and
evaluating programs and services that enhance bibliographic access to
the collections and resources of the University Libraries. He/she works
with other department heads to facilitate communication and working
relationships between his/her department and others. He/she supervises
departmental faculty and staff and establishes departmental goals and
objectives in keeping with those of the University Libraries. He/she
provides leadership in resource management and allocation for the
department. He/she participates in the libraries' collection development
program and serves as subject liaison to assigned department(s).

Responsibilities: The successful applicant will manage the day-to-day
operations and activities of the Cataloging Department; supervise
faculty and staff of the department; represent the department on the
Libraries' Administrative Council and other appropriate groups;
represent the libraries with local and regional groups addressing issues
related to Cataloging; prepare management reports related to the
services, resources, and activities of the department; develop and
implement mechanisms for evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of
the work of the department; provide leadership in planning and
implementing programs and services to meet the needs of those who rely
on the expertise of the department; provide leadership in providing
and/or promoting opportunities for ongoing training and development for
the staff of the department; provide leadership in taking advantage of
the capabilities of the integrated library system and other available
technologies to maximize the effectiveness of the department and the
management of its workflow. He/she will participate in faculty
governance and provide input into library decision-making. He/she will
provide leadership for external projects based in the Cataloging
Department including the Library of Congress NACO Funnel project and the
Cooperative Cataloging Council for our ILS partnering libraries. He/she
will be expected to stay abreast of current trends and best practices in
areas of responsibility and takes steps necessary to integrate these
into the University Libraries as appropriate. He/she will be expected to
maintain and document a program of research, professional involvement,
and continual learning that promotes his/her own professional growth and
development and contributes toward the achievement of the libraries'
organizational mission.

Required Qualifications: ALA accredited MLS degree and appropriate
relevant work experience. Second graduate degree is required for tenure
and promotion. Experience working with a variety of computer based
resources in support of cataloging. Knowledge of AACR2R, LCR1, LCSH,
MARC formats, LC Classification, and OCLC. Experience with using an
automated library system to accurately catalog library materials.
Ability to effectively supervise and evaluate the work of others. Good
oral and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills.
Must be a self-starter and able to work independently as well as a part
of a team in a collegial environment. Must be able to assume
responsibility and accomplish goals. Evidence of potential to maintain
an ongoing program of professional involvement and development at a
level that would merit tenure and promotion. Ability to work effectively
with a highly diverse group of faculty, staff, students, and coworkers
in a courteous and professional manner. Must have good problem solving
skills and exercise sound judgment in dealing with a variety of issues.

Benefits: 24 days vacation/12 days sick leave per year, state paid
retirement (State of Tennessee or TIAA-CREF); group health insurance.

Application Deadline: Review of applications begins November 1, 2005 and
may continue until the position is filled. Submit a letter of
application that addresses the applicant's experience in relation to the
position requirements, current resume, and contact information for five
(5) references who are knowledgeable of applicant's qualifications and
experience to:

Ms. Nancy Massey
Personnel Associate
University Libraries, University of Memphis
126 Ned R. McWherter Library
Memphis, TN 38152-3250

The University of Memphis is a comprehensive doctoral degree granting
institution located in the largest urban center in the State of
Tennessee in the mid-south region. The University's enrollment is
approximately 20,000 students. The University Libraries include the Ned
R. McWherter Library and five branches: Audiology/Speech Language
Pathology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Mathematics, and Music. The
collections include 1.07 million bound volumes and 3.2 million micro
format pieces. The Integrated Library System in use is DRA Classic. The
University Libraries employ 27 faculty and 80 support staff. As members
of the faculty, librarians must engage in professional activities,
service, and scholarly work to be eligible for tenure or promotion.
Learn more about the University Libraries from our web site at
http://exlibris.memphis.edu.

The University of Memphis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer. All qualified applicants are urged to apply for this position.
Appointment is based on qualifications as they relate to position
requirements without regard to race, color, national origin, religion,
age, sex, disability, or veteran status. Successful candidates must meet
guidelines of the Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986.