ACQNET v4n025 (May 4, 1994) URL = http://www.infomotions.com/serials/acqnet/acqnet-v4n025 ISSN: 1057-5308 *************** ACQNET, Vol. 4, No. 25, May 4, 1994 =================================== (1) FROM: St. Louis University SUBJECT: Position Announcement (68 lines) (2) FROM: Winthrop University SUBJECT: Position Announcement (62 lines) (1)--------------------------------------------------------------- From: (St.Louis University) Subject: Position Announcement Date: Thu, 28 Apr 1994 16:37:43 -0400 POSITION AVAILABLE Saint Louis University Pius XII Memorial Library Position Title: Assistant Serials/Acquisitions Librarian Rank/Grade: Instructor or Assistant Professor rank equivalent, non-tenure track, 12 month position. Salary: $24,000 minimum based on qualifications and experience. Attractive benefits including retirement, health and life insurance programs, tuition remission, and vacation. Department/Division: Pius XII Memorial Library, Serials/Acquisitions Department Supervisor: Head of Serials/Acquisitions Department Duties: Assist Head of Serials/Acquisitions in planning and supervising monograph ordering and serials processing units. Direct and oversee daily operations of nine full-time staff plus part-time personnel. Monitor spending and fund accounting for Library book, serial, and binding budgets. Provide daily supervision of the monographic ordering and serials processing units. Train and supervise staff in use of MATSS acquisitions database, automated serials control systems, library catalogs, acquisitions tools, and other resources as applicable. Monitor spending and order activity of library materials budgets: prepare and distribute budget reports as required. Monitor performance of vendors and publishers. Consult with vendors, faculty and requestors in resolving problems. Provide public service at Serials Information desk on limited basis. Requirements: ALA-accredited MLS. Previous experience in serials and/or acquisitions with increasing responsibility, preferably in automated environment in academic library. Reading knowledge of one foreign language. Familiarity with bibliographic and book trade tools, OCLC, AACR2. Commitment to professional growth. Experience with library vendors, knowledge of serials and book trades, and supervisory experience. Preferences: Advanced subject degree. Working knowledge of microcomputer applications, including word processing and spreadsheet softwares. Available: July 1, 1994 To Apply: Send resume, including names, addresses and telephone numbers of three professional references by June 6, 1994 to: Serials/Acquisitions Librarian Search, Administrative Office, Pius XII Memorial Library, Saint Louis University, 3650 Lindell Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63108-3302. SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. WOMEN, MINORITIES, THE DISABLED AND VETERANS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. (2)---------------------------------------------------------------- From: Laurance Mitlin (Winthrop Univ.) Subject: Position Vacancy-Acquisitions Date: Tue, 3 May 1994 10:25:23 -0400 VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT (CROSS POSTED TO INNOPAC, PACS-L, ACQNET, ACRLNY-L) ACQUISITIONS LIBRARIAN WINTHROP UNIVERSITY Rock Hill, South Carolina 29733 Major Responsibilities 1. Responsible for all activities related to monograph and audio visual ordering and receiving of materials. 2. Coordinate acquisitions procedures for the acquisitions component of the INNOPAC online integrated system. 3. Responsible for the monograph and audio visual portions of the library's budget. 4. Responsible for collection management. 5. Supervises personnel in the area. 6. Participates in bibliographic instruction. 7. Develops professionally as dictated by rank and length of service by participating in professional associations, serving on library and campus-wide committees, attending workshops, engaging in professional research, etc. Qualifications (1) ALA-accredited library degree (2) Minimum 5 years professional experience in acquisitions in an academic library (3) Knowledge and understanding of the publishing industry. (4) Prefer experience with an integrated online system, preferably INNOPAC. (5) Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. (6) Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. (8) Demonstrated involvement in continuing education and professional activities. Employment Conditions A 12-month appointment with faculty rank and status. Rank and salary dependent upon qualifications and experience, minimum $27,000 at the assistant professor rank. Position Availability: As soon as a qualified candidate is found. Application Procedures: Review of applications will begin immediately. Individuals wishing to apply for this position are advised to submit the following materials (1) A statement of interest in the position. (2) Names and addresses of at least three individuals who know the candidate professionally. (3) A vita. Applications and nominations may be sent to Paul Z. DuBois, Dean of Library Services, Ida Jane Dacus Library, Winthrop University, Rock Hill, SC 29733. Phone: (803) 323-2131. Winthrop University is an Equal Opportunity Institution and an Affirmative Action Employer. The University is governed by civil rights laws, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. ****** END OF FILE ****** ACQNET, Vol.4, No.25 ****** END OF FILE ******