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Date: Fri, 24 Aug 2007 17:20:12 -0400
From: Curt Holleman, Curt (So. Methodist Univ.)
<chollema@mail.smu.edu>
Subject: Position Announcement: Southern Methodist University,
Director,
Center for Information Processing
Please post the following position announcement. Apologies for
duplication.
Director, Center for Information Processing
Central University Libraries
Southern Methodist University
Southern Methodist University (SMU) seeks an innovative, experienced
librarian
to lead the Center for Information Processing (CIP) of its Central
University
Libraries (CUL). The Director of the CIP serves as a member of the
senior
management team and is responsible for the management of the division,
which
includes cataloging, acquisitions, physical processing, and general
supplies
purchasing. As a member of the executive council, the Director shares
in setting
the vision and policies for the delivery of library services to the
entire SMU
community. The Director articulates the vision and direction of the
CIP for CUL
and university strategic planning processes. Overseeing the management
of
approximately 24 staff in a team-based work environment, the Director
of the CIP
ensures consistency and effectiveness of services to meet the needs of
a changing
technological environment.
With a collection of over 2.1 million volumes, acquisitions
expenditures of $3.5
million dollars, and an annual operating budget of over $8 million, the
CUL includes
libraries encompassing the humanities, social sciences, sciences and
engineering, as
well as the DeGolyer Library of Special Collections. The CUL serves the
undergraduate and graduate populations of SMU.
Qualifications:
ALA accredited master’s Degree in Library and Information Science plus
at least
5 years progressively responsible experience, preferably in technical
processing
within an academic library. Proven experience in managing operations
and
supervising staff. Excellent organizational, project management, and
communication
skills. Familiarity with library outsourcing opportunities; ability to
develop innovative
solutions and think creatively on behalf of library constituents.
Understanding of
cataloging, acquisitions, and processing operations and the ability to
supervise staff
responsible for these areas. Advanced knowledge of AACRII rules, MARC
21
standards, and metadata schemas; significant integrated library systems
and
bibliographic utilities experience.
For complete position description, please visit the CUL website:
http://www.smu.edu/cul/joblistings/index.html
To apply, please visit the SMU employment website:
http://www.smu.edu/hr/recruit/
SMU offers a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plan
with immediate
vesting and tuition benefits for employees and their families.
SMU is an AA/EO employer committed to excellence through diversity.
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Received on Fri Aug 24 2007 - 18:33:13 UTC