POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT (Edward McCormack) Stephen Clark 24 Mar 1999 14:44 UTC
---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Tue, 23 Mar 1999 23:27:15 -0600 From: Edward McCormack <Edward.Mccormack@USM.EDU> Subject: POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT ELECTRONIC ACCESS/SERIALS LIBRARIAN. The University of Southern Mississippi-Gulf Coast seeks a creative, energetic librarian to provide enhanced access to serials (electronic and print) and networked information. RESPONSIBILITIES: Evaluate potential electronic subscriptions, manage all Serials unit activities and staff (1 full-time support staff), including ordering and renewal of subscriptions. Act as contact person for faculty on issues involving serials and electronic access, and participate in setting policies and priorities. Keep abreast of serials acquisition trends, and evaluate the potential use of new services and technologies. Train faculty and staff in the use of electronic resources, troubleshoot library electronic resources, and develop and maintain web sites that enhance access to information resources. Assist with reference desk coverage including night and weekend rotation, and participate in bibliographic instruction program and collection development. REQUIRED: ALA-accredited MLS, relevant professional experience in serials operations in an academic library; demonstrated ability to manage operations, solve complex problems, and supervise support staff; strong interpersonal communication skills, both oral and written; skill in microcomputer applications; demonstrated knowledge of trends in access to digital information; knowledge of HTML; ability to work independently and in collaboration with others; and ability to work effectively in a changing environment and to provide leadership in matters relating to electronic access to information resources. Librarians hold tenure-track, 12-month positions and faculty status, and are expected to meet University requirements for promotion and tenure. Employment is contingent on the ability to work in the United States. DESIRABLE: Knowledge of WindowsNT and automated library systems. The library serves about 1700 students and 50 faculty. It provides a variety of networked and Internet-accessible databases, as well as public Internet access. The library is in the process of migrating to a web-based integrated library system and constructing a new $9 million library building. The job description and information about the University and USM Libraries (including Cox Library) are located on our web site at http://www.lib.usm.edu/~coxlib SALARY: commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applications: Open until filled; review of applications begins April 1, 1999. Qualified individuals should send letter of application (non-citizens must include visa status), resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references to Allisa Beck, Search Committee Chair, Cox Library, The University of Southern Mississippi-Gulf Coast, Long Beach, MS 39560-2669. AA/EOE/ADAI