Position Announcement, Serials/ILL, Delta State University Margaret Evans 04 Feb 1999 02:05 UTC
SERIALS/INTERLIBRARY LOAN LIBRARIAN (Search Reopened). Delta State University seeks applications from enegetic, service-oriented individuals for the position of serials/interlibrary loan librarian. The library system is composed of four units with construction underway on a $9 million addition to and renovation of the main library. A variety of technological and new service initiatives are also now in progress. ENVIRONMENT: Delta State University, one of eight public institutions of higher learning in Mississippi, has an enrollment of more than 4,000 students, of which approximately 15% are engaged in studies at the graduate level. The university provides a comprehensive curriculum, offering 15 baccalaureate degrees in 44 major, eight master's degrees in nineteen fields, the Educational Specialist degree, and the Doctor of Education Degree. The city of Cleveland is a friendly community of more than 15,000 individuals which has been recognized as "one of the 100 best small towns in America." RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinates all serials-related activities, including acquisitions, using the Geac ADVANCE Serials Control subsystem, binding, manages a current periodicals public service desk, assists with management of electronic journals, and supervises two staff members; oversees microform collection and services; coordinates all interlibrary loan related activities and supervises one staff member in that area. REQUIRED: MLS from an ALA-accredited program; excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; working knowledge of serials management and interlibrary loan operations. HIGHLY DESIRED: Professional experience with serials control using an automated library system, interlibrary loan using OCLC as required, and supervision of others. Relevant experience in an academic library. 12-month position with faculty status and excellent fringe benefits. Salary revised and commensurate with qualifications. Applications will be reviewed beginning March 23, and will continue until position is filled. Send letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of 3 professional references to: Terry S. Latour, Director of Library Services, W.B. Roberts Library, Delta State University, Cleveland, MS 38733. An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Empoyer. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- e-mail: mevans@merlin.deltast.edu Margaret C. Evans W.B. Roberts Library Assistant Director of Library Services Delta State University Phone: 601-846-4447; Fax: 601-846-4443 Cleveland, MS 38733 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------