Re: Job Announcement (Georgia) Mary H. Munroe 11 Sep 1993 15:38 UTC
GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY WILLIAM RUSSELL PULLEN LIBRARY Vacancy Announcement Position: Coordinator, Automated Library Systems Available: March 1994 Responsibilities The Coordinator of Automated Library Systems is a tenure track faculty rank position and will be responsible for a broad range of library automation related to the mainframe, personal computers, CD-ROMs, LANs, and other automated systems. Specific responsibilities will include overseeing the operation and maintenance of current systems; day-to-day trouble shooting; investigation of broad operation problems; documentation review and analysis; communication with vendors, installers, and visitors; development and interpretation of vendor and system specifications; participation in library- wide planning and development; installation assistance; development of procedures and manuals; recommending and conducting staff training; and supervision of other personnel. The Coordinator will serve as system administrator for the Novell LAN and will serve as liaison with the Computer Center for all aspects of library automation, including mainframe and LAN applications. The Coordinator will report to the Associate University Librarian and will participate in: Library Administrative Council, Automation Committee, Microcomputer User's Group, Library Faculty Meetings and other committees as appropriate. Participation in research and professional activities is expected. Qualifications The minimum requirement for appointment to a tenure track faculty position is an ALA-accredited master's degree in library science or a master's degree in computer science or related field. Substantial hands-on experience with a variety of automated library applications (software and hardware) is required; this may include mainframes, personal computers, CD-ROMs, wide- area networks and Novell local area networks. Working knowledge of MARC machine readable records is necessary. Other qualifications include: proven managerial and organizational ability; strong interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to a broad range of audiences; experience in supervision and training; and ability to work effectively in a team setting. Conditions of Work and Benefits Faculty rank and status Retirement plans include: state teachers retirement plan, TIAA and Tenure track VALIC Twenty-one days vacation Social Security Twelve days sick leave Optional pre-tax benefits Group health and life Support for research and professional insurance activities Salary and Rank Salary Range: $35,000 - $40,000 for twelve months. Salary and faculty rank are dependent upon qualifications and experience. Application To apply, submit letter of interest, resume, and names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references. Materials received by Nov. 15, 1993 will receive priority consideration. Send materials to: Mrs. Dianne M. Smith Library Administration Office Georgia State University Library 100 Decatur Street, SE Atlanta, GA 30303-3081 (404) 651-2172 Georgia State University is an equal opportunity educational institution and an equal opportunity affirmative action employer.