From: "Betty Kelly" <Betty.Kelly_at_furman.edu>
COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT LIBRARIAN (new position) Furman University is
seeking an innovative, experienced librarian to coordinate
collection development activities and provide leadership in building
library collections, both print and electronic. Duties include
analysis of collections and their use, coordination of the library
liaison program, management of growth of library collections through
weeding and storage projects, and assistance in administering a
materials budget approaching $1 million. Reports to the Director of
University Libraries. Furman University is a selective, nationally
ranked liberal arts college. Furman is strongly committed to the
development of the whole person--spiritually, socially, and physically,
as well as academically. Additional information is available on our website
at http://library.furman.edu.
REQUIREMENTS: ALA/MLS, minimum 5 years of academic library experience
with increasing professional responsibility, 3 years in collection
development. Must demonstrate understanding of the role of the
library in a liberal arts environment and possess excellent
communication skills.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Librarians have faculty status, 20 days vacation,
and an excellent benefits package. For salary and benefits information
contact the University Personnel Office at 864-294-2217.
APPLICATIONS: Review of applications will begin June 21, 1999. Submit
letter of application, resume, transcripts (copy acceptable initially),
names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references to: John K.
Payne, Associate Director of University Libraries, Furman University,
3300 Poinsett Highway, Greenville, SC 29613-0600; phone 864-294-3098.
AA/EOE/ADA.
Received on Mon Jun 21 1999 - 17:50:14 EDT