From: "Coonin, Bryna R" <COONINB_at_MAIL.ECU.EDU>
Associate Director for Collections.
(New Position)
East Carolina University
Greenville, North Carolina
Joyner Library
Associate Director for Collections. Joyner Library, East Carolina University
(ECU) seeks an experienced, innovative individual to lead the development of
an increasingly research-oriented collection. The AD for Collections
coordinates overall Library collection development and collection management
functions. Directs Library collection development planning to meet the
teaching, learning, and research needs of a growing university; coordinates
cooperative collection-building activities with the Health Sciences Library
and other state and regional consortia; participates in the management of
the Library, including administration, budgeting, and strategic planning;
establishes and maintains effective relationships with Library clientele,
University administrators, and consortial partners; coordinates
collections-related activities with academic departments, faculty, and
students; directs assessment activities that ensure the most effective
expenditure of the materials budget. Responsibilities include articulating
and communicating a vision for quality collection development; coordinating
and integrating the growth of print and electronic collections; providing
strategic vision and assisting development of research collections in all
departments; coordinating materials budget allocations. Works closely with
the Head of Collection Development to coordinate acquisitions, weeding, and
the operational aspects of collection development. Negotiates with vendors
and consortia for major electronic purchases. Presents innovative and
strategic collection development proposals for consideration by the faculty,
the Library Director, and the Health Sciences Library.
To see a complete job ad, with Required and Preferred Qualifications, please
visit the employment page of Joyner Library's web site at:
<http://www.lib.ecu.edu/facpos.html>
Rank, Salary and Benefits: Twelve-month tenure track faculty position.
Professional achievement, service, and research/creative activity are
required for tenure and promotion. Salary commensurate with experience;
$65,000 minimum. The salary is supported by a comprehensive benefits
package, including TIAA-CREF.
Application Process: Screening of applicants will begin March 1, 2001 and
continue until the position is filled. Send letter of application, resume,
copies of all transcripts, and three current letters of reference (may be
mailed separately) to:
Search Committee
Associate Director for Collections
Ms. Becky Foster, Processing Assistant
Joyner Library
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC 27858-4353
ECU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and accommodates
individuals with disabilities. Applicants must comply with the Immigration
and Reform and Control Act. Official transcript of highest degree earned
required upon employment.
Received on Thu Feb 22 2001 - 07:25:48 EST