From: Linda Phillips <phillips_at_aztec.lib.utk.edu>
Colleagues,
Following is an announcement for a mid-management position at University
of Tennessee that combines subject liaison with library leadership in
science and technology services. If you or someone you know are
interested, we would like to hear from you. UT is a mid-sized ARL
library in a scenic valley between the Cumberland and Great Smoky
Mountains. Knoxville offers a blend of cosmopolitan and Appalachian
cultures. The cost of living is low, and the weather temperate. The
university has particular strengths in physical sciences, engineering,
and environmental sciences. Application instructions are included in the
position announcement; contact Rita Smith, Head of Reference and
Instructional Services (rsmith19_at_utk.edu) or me for more information.
Review of applications begins October 1.
Linda
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Linda L. Phillips
Head, Collection Development & Management
University Libraries, The University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN 37996-1000
Phone: 865-974-4702 Fax: 865-974-9242
E-mail: llphillips_at_tennessee.edu
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ANNOUNCEMENT OF PROFESSIONAL VACANCY
POSITION: Science & Technology Coordinator
APPPOINTMENT RANK: Assistant or Associate Professor
SALARY: $45,000 minimum
AVAILABLE: January 1, 2002
The University of Tennessee seeks a creative, experienced professional
to lead the Science & Technology Group. Subject groups for the
humanities, social sciences, and science & technology provide reference,
instruction, collection development, and outreach services for the
University Libraries. Members of each subject group include reference
librarians who report to the coordinator, as well as other librarians
from across the organization. Subject coordinators are key communicators
with academic departments, subject librarians, and library
administration. Reporting to the team leaders of Reference &
Instructional Services and Collection Development & Management, the
subject coordinators also participate fully in the broader planning
activities of each team.
Responsibilities: The Science & Technology Coordinator provides vision
and leadership for science and technology services and collections, with
primary planning, decision-making, and administrative responsibility for
the Science & Technology Group. Members promote liaison with academic
departments; develop and manage collections that support instruction and
research, provide reference and research consultation through scheduled
service at the general reference desk and by appointment; and give
specialized instruction to classes. The coordinator oversees allocation
and expenditure of collection budgets, and must make difficult decisions
regarding access to costly science and technology resources. The
coordinator also functions as a subject librarian, offering services to
selected academic departments. Four librarians in Reference &
Instructional Services report to the coordinator. Library faculty pursue
active programs of professional development and research; the
coordinator provides leadership and support for faculty in the subject
group.
Required Qualifications: Master's degree from ALA-accredited
institution; several years of recent library experience applicable to
the description and responsibilities outlined above; familiarity with
scholarly communications in science and technology; demonstrated
knowledge of effective collection development practices; strong service
orientation and interpersonal skills; excellent oral and written
communication skills; ability to work effectively with students,
faculty, and colleagues; demonstrated leadership ability; experience
with providing Web-based information resources and services; familiarity
with networked information systems and resources in multi-platform
environments.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in an academic library;
undergraduate or graduate degree, or coursework in a science or
technology discipline; demonstrated record of professional
accomplishments and commitment to ongoing development.
Salary and Benefits: Minimum for Assistant or Associate Professor,
$45,000. Faculty rank and status; twelve-month, tenure-track
appointment. Library faculty must meet University requirements for
promotion and tenure. Excellent benefits include 24 annual leave days;
choice of state retirement plan or TIAA/CREF with nonrefundable
contributions paid for the employee by the University; optional group
health and life insurance plans. Tuition remission is available for all
university employees; partial undergraduate tuition remission is
available to dependent children and spouses of UT employees.
Environment: The University of Tennessee is a Carnegie Research Level
One institution and enrolls approximately 26,000 students from the
United States and over 100 other countries. UT is one of 27 higher
education institutions holding the distinction of being both a
land-grant institution and state university. The UT Libraries, with an
annual budget exceeding $11 million, holds 2 million volumes and
receives approximately 10,000 current serials. The Libraries system
includes the John C. Hodges Library and four branches on the Knoxville
campus. Over three hundred persons are employed, including 49
librarians.
Review of applications will begin October 1, 2001 and will continue
until the position is filled. Send letter of application, a current
resume, and the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone
numbers of three recent references to: Jill Keally, Head, Library
Support Services, 1015 Volunteer Blvd., Knoxville, TN 37996-1000, fax
865/974-4696.
Additional information about this position and the UT community is
available at
http://toltec.lib.utk.edu/~lss/search/reflibss.html
The University of Tennessee does not discriminate on the basis of race,
sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability or veteran status
in provision of educational programs and services or employment
opportunities and benefits. This policy extends to both employment by
and admission to the University.
The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or
disability in the education programs and activities pursuant to the
requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of
the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.
Inquiries and charges of violation concerning Title VI, Title IX,
Section 504, ADA or the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) or
any of the other above referenced policies should be directed to the
Office of Equity and Diversity (OED), 2110 Terrace Avenue, Knoxville, TN
37996-3560, telephone (865) 974-2498 (TTY available).
Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA
Coordinator at the Office of Human Resources Management, 600 Henley
Street, Knoxville, TN 37996-4125.
Received on Mon Sep 17 2001 - 08:36:36 EDT