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Date: Tue, 10 Jul 2007 10:15:24 -0400
From: Cynthia Holt (George Washington U.) <holt_at_gwu.edu>
Subject: Position opening*
THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY ANNOUNCES A
SEARCH FOR **A HEAD OF TECHNICAL SERVICES*
* *
*Position: Head of Technical Services
Library Assignment: The Gelman Library System
Primary Location: The Gelman Library*
*RESPONSIBILITIES:*
The Head of Technical Services at Gelman Library is an innovative and
future-oriented
library leader, overseeing the work of three newly-defined functional
units: Resource
Description, Serials and Electronic Resources, and Monographs
Acquisitions. This
management position creatively leverages technology and staff to address
the next
generation of library tools and methods particularly as applied to
discovery and access,
integrated library systems, acquisition and cataloging of materials, and
electronic resources
management. The Head of Technical Services reports to the AUL for
Digital Initiatives,
Library Information Technology and Technology Services. This position
chairs the
Technical Services Management Team which coordinates departmental
policies, procedures
and workflows. The Head of Technical Services will work with the AUL
for Public Services
and the AUL for Collections and Scholarly Communication to communicate
and coordinate
Technical Services goals and priorities with overall GLS goals and
priorities.
The Head of Technical Services will manage interdepartmental work
processes for the
acquisition, licensing, description, classification, linking and
maintenance of library collections
in all formats. Having very strong management skills, the Head provides
hands-on leadership as
s/he establishes new workflows, new priorities, and sophisticated
support systems. S/he
communicates clearly, sets high expectations, defines and ensures
quality outputs, and actively
mentors department managers and staff. S/he seeks maximum integration
of library and other
campus and consortial systems and assists colleagues in efforts to
ensure seamless integration
of library information resources into campus information management
systems, such as portals,
learning management systems, financial systems, and others.
With the support of three strong unit coordinators, the Head of
Technical Services will re-envision and
direct the work of a group of professionals and paraprofessionals. This
is a critical management position,
ultimately responsible for all aspects of library technical services
including acquisitions and payments,
cataloging, and final processing for print and electronic collections at
the Gelman Library. The Head of
Technical Services is committed to the personal and professional
development of all members of the
department, mentoring supervisors and managers, and identifying
appropriate training and cross-training
opportunities that allow all staff members to develop new skills.
The Head of Technical Services is responsible for:
· Providing leadership in long- range planning and
transformational change for the department.
· Coordinating technical services workflows to ensure efficiency
and effectiveness
· Overseeing the analysis, adjustment, and documentation of
workflow, policies, priorities, and work assignments
· Being accountable for service innovation and the creative use
of technology in support of technical services operations
· Broadening the scope of current Technical Services activities
to include expanded services for archival holdings and digital collections
· Participating in the evaluation, development, and
implementation of initiatives that support and enhance access to the
collections
· Working both independently and collaboratively to achieve
goals related to the provision of digital resources
· Serving as an advocate and as a resource person for innovative
tools
and technologies that support bibliographic control and acquisitions,
both within library and in consultation with colleagues from other
institutions (WRLC, CAPCON, NERL and beyond).
· Guidance and evaluation of three unit coordinators
The person in this position is expected to be active professionally and
to contribute to developments in the field and perform additional duties
as assigned.
*BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:*
* 5-7 years of successful management experience
* ALA-accredited MLS, an MIS, or equivalent experience (e.g.
management at a subscription or monographs vendor)
* Experience working with integrated library systems.
* Experience with acquisitions, licensing, and processing of print
and electronic resources
*EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES PREFERRED:*
* Excellent interpersonal skills.
* Familiarity with task based costing and/or cost benefit analysis.
* Evidence of innovation using emerging information technologies,
including the ability to develop concepts from idea to
implementation.
* Ability to work in an environment of teamwork and cooperation.
* Ability to communicate clearly, knowledgeably, and personably in
writing and orally.
* Demonstrated ability to participate in a team environment to
create innovative cataloging workflows that contribute to quality
customer service.
* Familiarity with special or archival collections. Familiarity
with evolving standards of cataloging ebooks and other electronic
resources, issues related to the loading and integration of MARC
records.
* Familiarity with standards-based metadata schemes, such as XML,
EAD, METS, MODS, MADS.
* Familiarity with digital archiving and preservation trends
* Familiarity with link-resolvers, Open URL applications, ERMs, and
alternative access models
* Demonstrated record of industry specific professional development
and contribution.
· *APPOINTMENT RANK AND SALARY:* Salary and appointment at the
rank of Librarian III/IV or equivalent dependent upon qualifications.*
Salary range minimum: *$64,000--$75,000 per year, plus an adjustment
based on number of years of experience. This position includes an
administrative stipend. Comprehensive benefits package includes paid
medical and annual leave; TIAA/CREF; tuition assistance.
*REVIEW DATE*: Review of applications will begin on August 28, 2007
and will continue until the position is filled.
* APPLICATION PROCEDURE: *Only complete applications will be considered.
Please send a letter containing a brief statement of interest and an
assessment of skills related to the basic qualification, a curriculum
vita, and complete contact information for at least 3 references to:
Emma Mosby
Manager, GLS Administrative Services
The Gelman Library Administration Office
The George Washington University
The Gelman Library, Room 201
2130 H Street, NW
Washington, DC 20052
The University and department have a strong commitment to achieving
diversity among librarians and staff. We are particularly interested in
receiving applications from members of underrepresented groups and
strongly encourage women and persons of color to apply for this position.
The George Washington University is an equal opportunity/affirmative
action employer.
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