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Date: Wed, 9 July 2003
From: Michele Kenny (Florida Gulf Coast Univ.) <mkenny_at_fgcu.edu>
Subject: Position Announcement
DEPARTMENT HEAD: TECHNICAL SERVICES AND COLLECTIONS MANAGEMENT
As a result of restructuring, and the creation of a new department, known
as Infrastructure Services, FGCU Library Services is seeking an innovative
leader to play a significant role in developing the department within the
context of an evolving library organization and the Guiding Principles and
Mission of the University and the Library.
Responsible for leadership in providing innovative and effective technical
services and collections management in an outsourced environment. Trains
and supervises departmental paraprofessional staff. Oversees contracts for
outsourced acquisitions, cataloging, and processing. Does some original
cataloging and oversees maintenance of records in the online catalog.
Supervises library materials budget, approval plans, and other formal
purchasing agreements including subscriptions for print and electronic
resources. Maintains relations and negotiates license agreements with
various vendors. Will prepare current catalog (NOTIS) for migration to new
Library Management System (ALEPH). Collaborates on digital initiatives and
projects that impact library operations. As a member of the University's
faculty, participates in Library, FGCU and State University System
committees, has opportunity to teach a "first year experience" course, and
contributes to the development of librarianship. Reports to the Associate
Director. With 295K volumes, 27 employees, a $2.6M budget, and a $17M
expansion underway, the Library is establishing itself as a customer-centric
provider of information and partner in the learning process. The library
is a collegial, technology-rich setting where planning, innovation, and
service occur in a Balanced Scorecard environment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
ALA-accredited MLS or foreign equivalent. Relevant experience in technical
services. Successful supervisory experience. Superior organizational, and
interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate effectively. Capacity to
thrive in an environment of change and to foster that capacity in others.
Knowledge of best practices and trends in the profession Strong computing
and technology experience. Ability to perform original cataloging using
AACR2rev, LCSH, and LC classification. Evidence of interest in professional
development activities, including presentation and publication.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Professional experience in both technical services and collection
management.
Experience with an online bibliographic utility (OCLC) and an integrated
library system (NOTIS), library system migration, and working with
outsourcing vendors. Knowledge of MARC formats, metadata standards, and
online authority control systems. Familiarity with cataloging non-print
materials. A record of successfully developing, implementing, and
evaluating short-term and long-term projects. A record of professional
and/or scholarly activity, interest in teaching, and ability to contribute
to the diversity of the organization are also desirable
In a January 2003 article, the New York Times said Fort Myers, "offers not
only warmth and sunshine, but boating, beaches, spring-training Minnesota
Twins and Boston Red Sox games, and a pedestrian-friendly downtown
historic district with restored buildings and diet-busting restaurants."
Florida does not have a state income tax, and The "City of Palms" enjoys a
below average cost of living. Homestore.com calls Fort Myers "one of the
two hottest places to buy a home in the southern US." FGCU, which opened
its doors in 1997, is a state university of the liberal arts, sciences, and
professional studies serving undergraduate and master's level students. It
is particularly focused on environmental sensitivity, interdisciplinary
learning, innovative high quality teaching, and service learning.
APPOINTMENT: This is a faculty position is eligible for a continuing
multi-year contract with rank and salary commensurate with experience.
Salary: $45,000 - negotiable. Benefits include nine paid holidays and 22
days annual leave/year, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, prescription drug plan,
state basic term life insurance, a variety of retirement programs, 20%
bookstore discount, and employee tuition vouchers for up to six credit
hours per term.
TO APPLY: There is no formal application form. To apply, submit two
packages, each package must include a letter of interest (detailing how
your education, experience and skills meet the description of duties),
resume and a list of five references. Applications postmarked by September
1, 2003 will receive first consideration. Position will remain until
filled.
Send materials to FLORIDA GULF COAST UNIVERSITY, Director, Human Resources,
Position - 11179, 10501 FGCU Boulevard South, Ft. Myers, FL, 33965-6565.
Finalists will be required to provide official transcripts.
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