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Date: Tue, 20 Jul 2004
From: Lucinda Scanlon (Middle Tenn. State U.) <lscanlon_at_ulibnet.mtsu.edu>
Subject: Position Announcement
Collection Management Librarian (#401560)
Collection Development/Acquisitions
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Responsibilities: Serving as team leader and chair of the Collection
Development Committee, this position is responsible for the supervision of
four classified staff and the procurement and payment of books and other
related materials. The incumbent will report to the Coordinator of
Collection Management and will provide leadership by establishing goals
and objectives, overseeing efficient procedures and workflow, gauging
vendor performance and monitoring the budget. Collection development
responsibilities include the enhancement of the library's collections
consistent with the curricular and research needs of the academic
community, book selection, communicating with faculty liaisons and
profiling approval plans.
Qualifications: ALA accredited MLS degree required at the time of hire;
experience with acquisitions and/or collection development work;
communication and organizational skills; ability to work in a team
environment; ability to work with faculty, staff and students; knowledge
of trends in the publishing industry (both print and electronic),
scholarly communication, academic libraries, accreditation and assessment
standards, and library vendors. Previous experience as a supervisor is
desirable as is experience with the Endeavor Library System. Commitment
to excellence in teaching, research, publication and service and ability
to meet university promotion and tenure requirements is expected for all
positions.
This is a 12-month appointment with faculty rank and status.
Salary and Benefits: Highly competitive salary, academic rank commensurate
with qualifications. Generous benefits include paid State or TIAA/CREF
retirement, 24 days annual leave, 12 days sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Application Procedure: Review of applications will begin September 1, 2004
and continue until the position is filled. Please forward letter of
application identifying the position number along with a resume, and the
names of three references to William K. Black, Administrative Services
Librarian, Walker Library, P.O. Box 13, Middle Tennessee State University,
Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37132. Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for
U.S. employment will be required prior to appointment.
Environment: Middle Tennessee State University is a Carnegie Doctoral
Research Intensive University with over 21,000 students located 30 miles
southeast of Nashville. The University is in the process of seeking a Phi
Beta Kappa Chapter. As one of the fastest growing universities in the
south, Middle Tennessee State University is a dynamic institution with a
commitment to diversity, valuing excellent teaching and fostering
initiatives in research and public service. The new university library
lies at the heart of the MTSU educational experience. Murfreesboro offers
a rich cultural and recreational life and easy access to a variety of
attractions within the state and region.
For web-based information about the Library, Murfreesboro, and the
surrounding area, please see:
http://www.mtsu.edu/~library
http://www.ci.murfreesboro.tn.us
http://www.nashvillecvb.com/
Middle Tennessee State University, a Tennessee Board of Regents institution,
is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minorities and women
are encouraged to apply.
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