Position Announcement (California)

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Date: Mon, 5 Sep 2006
From: Georgina Benson (Pepperdine U.) <Georgina.Benson_at_pepperdine.edu>
Subject: Position Announcement

PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY
Malibu, California

Associate University Librarian for Technical Services and Collection

JOB DESCRIPTION: One of three leadership positions reporting to the 
Dean of Libraries, the Head of Technical Services and Collections is 
responsible for all activities associated with acquisitions and 
collection development: bibliographic searching, ordering, receiving, 
claiming, and invoice processing; and technical processing: cataloging, 
processing of new materials in all formats, preservation, and oversight 
of the use and support of the automated library system. The candidate 
will establish policy, set goals, evaluate and refine procedures, and 
provide supervision and leadership in the adoption of new methods in a 
rapidly changing work environment. Demonstration of strong 
organizational and project management skills is required along with 
ability to anticipate future trends in technical services. S/he must 
possess ability to create and maintain statistical reports for
activities 
under his/her administration. The applicant participates as a member of 
ranked University librarians on committees and University-wide faculty 
activities. 

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: Required: ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent; 
evidence of proven library administrative experience in technical 
services and/or collection management; ability to create a cooperative 
and effective work environment through the use of strong supervisory and

management skills; skill in presenting ideas orally and in writing to
both 
groups and individuals; flexibility and ability to work effectively with

colleagues in a team environment. 

COMPENSATION:  Salary commensurate with experience. Competitive program
of 
benefits. 

TO APPLY:  Submit a letter of application, resume, and names of three 
references to:  Mark S. Roosa, Dean of Libraries, Pepperdine University,

Payson Library, 24255 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu, CA  90263.

Pepperdine University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not 
unlawfully discriminate in employment practices on the basis of race,
color, 
national or ethnic origin, age, sex, disability, or prior military
service.  
Please visit our Web site for more information:
http://www.pepperdine.edu/

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