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Date: Tue, 1 May 2001
From: David James (Johns Hopkins Univ.) <david.james_at_jhu.edu>
Subject: Position Announcement
HEAD OF MONOGRAPHS UNIT/COORDINATOR OF APPROVAL PLANS
Supervises Monographs Unit of the Acquisitions Department (5 FTE plus
student assistants). Trains support staff and provides on-going problem
resolution. Sets work priorities for the unit. Chooses and monitors
performance of book vendors. Works with Resource Services Librarians and
librarians at other Hopkins libraries to select and provide access to
electronic monographs. Works with Head of Serials Unit to coordinate
licensing of electronic monographs. Monitors trends and developments in
electronic publishing. Acts as liaison with Cataloging Department to
ensure adequate workflow and problem resolution. Oversees gift
processing. Responsible for Exchange Program with other libraries.
Primary responsibility for successful operation of approval plans. Acts
as liaison with library fund managers to set up and monitor approval
plans. Works directly with vendors to profile and adjust approval
plans. Oversees PromptCat performance. Monitors and analyzes approval
returns. Participates as part of departmental managerial team.
Required qualifications:
Masters in Library Science from ALA accredited program or equivalent
education/work experience. At least two years acquisitions experience
in a library. Knowledge of approval plan theory and operation, book
industry and publishing practices and trends, including electronic
publishing. Working knowledge of at least two western European
languages in addition to English. Knowledge of AACR2 and MARC.
Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and relational database
programs such as MSWord, Excel, Access, etc. Proficiency with an
integrated library management system. Prior supervisory experience.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work well
with colleagues, staff, and external clients.
Preferred qualifications:
Experience working in an ARL library. Experience with electronic
monographs. Knowledge of the Horizon integrated library system.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the
position is filled. Send resume, indicating Job #SCD2588 on cover
letter along with three professional references via e-mail to
hwdjobs_at_jhu.edu; fax to (410) 516-2314, or mail to Johns Hopkins
University, Homewood Human Resources, 119 Garland Hall, 3400 N. Charles
St., Baltimore, MD 21218. Approximate starting salary range
$38,555-$49,150. We offer excellent benefits, including tuition
remission, in a smoke-free/drug-free environment. AA/EOE.
David Willis James
Head of Acquisitions E-mail:
david.james_at_jhu.edu
The Milton S. Eisenhower Library Phone: 410-516-8332
The Johns Hopkins University Fax: 410-516-8928
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