From: Denyse Seaman <Denyse_Seaman_at_baylor.edu>
Baylor University
Collection Development Librarian
Newly created tenure track faculty position; assistant professor rank.
Manages a unit of one paraprofessional under the supervision of the
Assistant Director for Library Information Systems and Outreach Services.
Working cooperatively with library faculty and staff, is responsible for
all aspects of collection development for Baylor's central libraries and
coordinates collection development work with the special collections.
Minimum qualifications: MLS or equivalent from ALA accredited institution;
second master's degree; three years post-MLS professional experience;
familiarity with current collection development philosophy and practice in
academic libraries; experience in developing and building academic library
collections; demonstrated leadership in facilitating collaborative problem
solving and group decision-making; demonstrated ability to communicate
effectively with people at all levels, both orally and in writing;
experience with university and library budgeting and accounting practices;
demonstrated commitment to scholarly and professional activities. Desired
qualifications: Understanding of digital library technologies, issues and
trends; five years post-MLS professional experience.
Salary & benefits: $44,400 minimum, 12 month contract. Salary will be based
upon successful candidate's qualifications and experience. Competitive
benefits with 20 days annual leave. Baylor University is located in Waco,
Texas, midway between Dallas/Fort Worth and Austin. Waco enjoys a low cost
of living and no state or local income tax. For more information about this
position, the libraries, and the University, please visit website
http://www.baylor.edu/Library.
Send letter of application, resume, and names, addresses, telephone numbers
and email addresses of three professional references to: Sheila R. Slater,
Head Collection Development Librarian Search Committee, P. O. Box 97151,
Waco, TX 76798 or Sheila_Slater_at_baylor.edu.
Applications received by November 30 will receive first consideration.
Position open until filled.
Baylor University is affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of
Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer,
Baylor encourages minorities, women and persons with disabilities to apply.
Lynn Sipe lsipe_at_usc.edu
Director, Collection Resources & 213/740-2929
Director, Information Delivery Organization & Retrieval 213/821-1617 (fax)
University Libraries
Information Services Division
c/o IDOR, UVI-A
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0182
Received on Mon Sep 25 2000 - 14:53:52 EDT