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Date: Tue, 14 Nov 2006
From: Mary Mallery (Montclair State U.) <mallerym_at_mail.montclair.edu>
Subject: Position Announcement
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Montclair State University,
Harry A. Sprague Library, Montclair, NJ
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Collection Management Librarian (Librarian I)
Vacancy#: V-206
DESCRIPTION
Manages Collection Development Department and provides leadership to
develop and manage collections in various formats, including development
of selected research-level collections. Coordinates Collection
Management Resources Team to development policies.
Coordinates with liaison librarians for selection of appropriate
materials for purchase, consulting faculty, scholarly reviews and other
sources.
Oversees selection and evaluation of materials for discard and
replacement; reviews gift books. Initiates and develops new projects,
including application of new technology. Develops and implements
policies, goals, and objectives and performance standards. Prepares
statistical and analytical reports.
Negotiates with publishers and vendors; seeks out and evaluates ordering
sources, including approval plans. Monitors materials budget. Recommends
purchase of supplies and equipment.
Directs, trains, and supervises staff and student assistants; manages
personnel matters, including the performance evaluation process. Serves
as liaison to one or more academic departments and provides reference
and instructional services on a limited basis.
Works collaboratively with Library and faculty departments. Serves on
campus committees and participates in Library, University and external
professional activities. Keeps informed of professional trends and
practices.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS Required: Master's degree in Library Science from an
ALA-accredited library school. Second master's degree in a subject
area or ABD status in an approved doctoral program. Five years'
professional library experience, with demonstrated and/or potential
administrative and coordinating ability. A minimum of five additional
years' professional library experience may be considered in
substitution for the second master's degree or ABD status in an
approved doctoral program, depending on the quality of the experience.
Experience with collection development utilizing an integrated library
system (especially Sirsi Unicorn).
Excellent leadership abilities and communication and interpersonal
skills; analytical and problem solving skills; initiative, flexibility
and creativity. Strong service orientation and commitment to
continuous professional development.
Preferred: Experience in administration of a department or unit.
Reading competence in one (1) foreign language.
SALARY RANGE $71,678.61
STARTING DATE
January 9, 2007 or as soon as possible thereafter.
SEND LETTER AND RESUME TO
(include V number)
Montclair State University
Box C316-V206
Montclair, NJ 07043
APPLY BY
Review of applications will begin on November 28 and will continue
until candidates are identified.
Montclair State University is New Jersey's second largest and fastest
growing university offering a rich array of programs to approximately
16,000 undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students. Montclair State
offers the advantages of a large university - a comprehensive
undergraduate curriculum with a global focus, a broad variety of
superior graduate programs through the doctoral level, and a diverse
faculty and student body - combined with a small college's attention
to students. Characterized by a distinguished cadre of teacher-
scholars, and a deep commitment to the values of multicultural
diversity, Montclair State University is located 14 miles west of New
York City on a beautiful 200-acre suburban campus. Additional
information can be found on the MSU website at
http://www.montclair.edu.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION INSTITUTION
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* Mary Mallery, Ph.D.
* Assoc. Dean for Technical Services
* Harry A. Sprague Library
* Montclair State University
* Upper Montclair, NJ 07043
* Phone: 973-655-7150
* Fax: 973-655-7780
* E-mail: mallerym_at_mail.montclair.edu
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