ACQUISITIONS LIBRARIAN & CLINICAL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

The University Library of the University of Illinois at Chicago seeks
a dynamic and knowledgeable librarian to improve its traditional
acquisitions processes for print materials, contribute to ongoing
development of effective models for acquiring electronic resources,
and participate in the transition to a new technical services
structure that re-emphasizes fast, accurate, and efficient
processing.  Working in close cooperation with Collections
Development, Cataloging, Systems, and other departments, the
Acquisitions Librarian will oversee the expenditure of a materials
budget of more than $8 million for an ARL library with a significant
health sciences component.  The Acquisitions Librarian reports to the
Coordinator of Technical Services and is responsible for planning,
organizing, operating, and administering acquisitions functions that
include ordering, payment, serials, binding, and shelf preparation.
Reorganization is likely to result in pre-order searching and copy
cataloging operations coming under the purview of the Acquisitions
Librarian.

Over the past 25 years, UIC has transformed itself into one of the
top 50 research institutions in the U.S.  UIC enrolls more than
25,000 students, almost 40% of them professional or graduate
students; the student body is one of the most diverse in the
country.  UIC is closely tied to the city and engages in partnerships
with government agencies, community organizations, businesses and the
civic sector, seeking to advance the construction of knowledge while
improving the quality of life in Chicago. The University Library
fully embraces and strives to foster the research, teaching, and
service goals of the University.  The Library endeavors to be the
gateway of choice for students, faculty and staff for all their
educational information needs; the pre-eminent public resource for
health sciences information in the Midwest; and the primary global
gateway for resources on the Chicago Metropolitan area.  The Library
has over 2,350,000 volumes and an annual budget of around $18
million.  The Library aims to meet the highest standards of
excellence in service to the University and the broader community.
UIC librarians are recognized for their leadership in the profession
and are among the most productive and cited researchers among
practicing librarians. Join us in making UIC an even more
extraordinary place for achievement.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Manage an operation consisting of
about 20 FTE staff
Monitor and issue reports on library materials expenditures
Work with vendors to arrange for effective and low-cost purchases and
services
Work with the Coordinator of Technical Services to foresee and plan
for changes in the nature and scope of library acquisitions
Work closely with subject bibliographers and the Electronic Resources
Librarian to order, receive, pay for, and make accessible print and
electronic acquisitions
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Master’s degree in Library Science from a
program accredited by the American Library Association; two years
professional library experience or equivalent professional
experience; experience in library acquisitions, including vendor
relations; experience with management of electronic resources;
demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues, staff, and
users; successful supervisory and staff development experience;
ability to manage detailed tasks; excellent communication and
interpersonal skills; evidence of ability to meet University
standards in publication and professional service commensurate with
appointment as a clinical faculty member.

ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:  Experience in pre-order
searching and copy cataloging; experience in a large academic or
research library; familiarity with acquiring health sciences
materials; knowledge of Voyager or similar ILS; accounting
experience; experience with EDI and ERM applications; experience
working in a consortial setting.

SALARY/RANK/CONTRACT:  Salaries are competitive and based on relevant
experience, with a minimum of $48,000; clinical faculty status;
twelve month appointment with 24 days vacation; 12 days annual sick
leave with additional disability benefits; 11 paid holidays; paid
medical insurance (contribution based on annual salary; coverage for
dependents may be purchased); two dental plans available; life
insurance paid for by the State; participation in one of the
retirement options of the State Universities Retirement System
compulsory (8% of salary is withheld and is tax exempt until
withdrawal); no Social Security coverage but Medicare payment
required; physical examination at University Health Service is
required upon appointment.
For fullest consideration, apply by June 16, 2008 with cover letter,
supporting resume and name and address of at least three references to:

Annie Marie Ford, Director of Library Human Resources, University
Library, M/C 234, University of Illinois at Chicago, Box 8198,
Chicago, Illinois  60680-8198; E-mail:  lib-hr@uic.edu ; Fax:
312.413.0424

THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER