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Date: Mon, 5 Sep 2006
From: Georgina Benson (Pepperdine U.) <Georgina.Benson_at_pepperdine.edu>
Subject: Position Announcement
Head of Collection Development
Pepperdine University Libraries
POSITION VACANCY: The Pepperdine University Libraries are seeking
qualified applicants for the position of Head of Collection Development.
This position reports to the AUL for Collections and Technical Services
and is responsible for managing and coordinating print and electronic
collection development for the Payson Library in Malibu, and for the
Pepperdine graduate and campus libraries throughout the Los Angeles
area and internationally.
JOB DESCRIPTION: The successful candidate will direct and coordinate
the selection of materials for the Pepperdine Libraries. Our goal is
to acquire a balanced array of electronic and print core collection
materials in all disciplines over the next several years while also
building research collections of distinction in key areas. This will
be accomplished by working closely with faculty and with subject
specialists to acquire library materials that are required for teaching,
research, and learning at each of the Pepperdine campus locations. It
will involve working closely with the Library's technical services
group to assure that orders are properly processed and paid for. It
will also involve looking for new and innovative ways to identify
information that may be of interest to the Library's users and
developing creative ways of bringing this information to the attention
of users. It is anticipated that the person selected for this position
will also work closely with the digital library group to assure that
the best electronic resources are acquired for the Library. Finally,
it is expected that the incumbent will manage both approval plans and
standing orders.
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: Responsible for coordinating the selection of
materials in all formats for addition to the Library collections.
Coordinates activities of library bibliographers to provide outreach
and liaison with academic divisions. Develops written collection
development policies and guidelines for subject areas based on known
and anticipated academic program needs. Conducts ongoing collection
assessments using various tools, such as the OCLC collection assessment
program, and makes public presentations regarding findings and plans to
faculty, students, administration, and staff. Participates in strategic
planning activities. Works closely with academic departments in program
planning, evaluation, and accreditation reports. Establishes and
encourages open communication among bibliographers and liaisons. Manages
the library materials budget. Coordinates contract negotiations for
library resources. As bibliographer, responsible for the selection,
maintenance, and evaluation of library materials and the management of
funds in support of specific academic programs.
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited program. Three
to five years of successful and increasingly responsible professional
experience in collection management and development in an academic
library setting. Demonstrated successful management and supervisory
experience. Ability to communicate concepts and general and
task-specific
information in oral, written, and electronic forms. Understanding of
basic fund accounting principles and contract negotiation. Sound
understanding of the evolving digital landscape, especially resources
that
are being acquired by libraries to support learning, teaching and
scholarship. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal,
organizational, and communications skills; good oral and writing skills;
flexibility, creativity, energy, and a strong public service
orientation.
Experience with an integrated library system, and working knowledge of
word processing and spreadsheet applications. Demonstrated ability to
work
collaboratively and collegially with other library units and with
faculty.
Bibliographic knowledge in an appropriate academic discipline. PREFERRED
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Advanced degree in bibliographic area of specialization. Excellent
grounding in technical and public service issues that affect collection
development. Knowledge of at least one foreign language. Significant
knowledge of or demonstrated experience with digital libraries and/or
institutional repositories. Professionally active in the areas of
responsibility of this position.
SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience; 12 month
appointment plus benefits package.
TO APPLY: The position is available immediately and will remain open
until
filled. Please send a letter of application, a resume, and the names and
contact information for three references to Mark Roosa, Dean of
Libraries,
Pepperdine University, 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA
90263-1392,
or via email at Mark.Roosa_at_pepperdine.edu.
ABOUT PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY: Pepperdine University, named "the most
beautiful campus" in the nation by the Princeton Review in 2006, is
situated on an 830 acre campus overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Malibu,
California. The University is the home of Seaver College, the
undergraduate
school; the Graduate School of Psychology and Education; the Graduate
School
of Business and Marketing; the Graduate School of Public Policy; and the
School of Law. The Pepperdine Libraries support each of these programs
through collections and services offered in Malibu, and through a series
of
satellite campus libraries and overseas libraries in London, Florence,
Heidelberg, Lausanne, and Buenos Aires.
The University is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully
discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by
applicable
federal and state law. Pepperdine is a private, medium-sized
university,
religiously affiliated with the Churches of Christ. It is the purpose of
Pepperdine to pursue the very highest employment and academic standards
within a context that celebrates and extends the spiritual and ethical
ideals of the Christian faith.
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