From: Tom Izbicki <izbicki_at_jhu.edu>
Head, Monographs Unit/Coordinator of Approval Plans
Eager to meet the challenges of the dynamic digital library environment at
the dawn of the 21st Century, the Acquisitions Department of the Sheridan
Libraries seeks to fill the position of Head, Monographs Unit/Coordinator
of Approval Plans. With an already exceptionally rich collection of
electronic serials and databases, the library looks to move aggressively
into the realm of the electronic book as well. The successful candidate
will occupy a pivotal position within a rapidly changing organization
committed to meeting the increasingly complex information needs of a
diverse and far-flung user population, encompassing both traditional and
non-traditional library users. While insuring the continuation of an
outstanding tradition of service in tangible formats, the incumbent of this
positions will have a unique opportunity to step into the forefront of the
most exciting new advances in electronic formats. Complete descriptions,
listing the qualifications for the positions, can be found at
http://milton.mse.jhu.edu by clicking on the Employment Opportunities
link.
The Sheridan Libraries encompass the Milton S. Eisenhower Library and its
collections at the John Work Garrett Library, the George Peabody Library,
and the Albert D. Hutzler Undergraduate Reading Room. Its primary
constituency is the students and faculty in the schools of Arts & Sciences,
Engineering, and Professional Studies in Business & Education. A key
partner in the academic enterprise, the library is a leader in the
innovative application of information technology and has implemented
notable diversity and organizational development programs. The Sheridan
Libraries are strongly committed to diversity. A strategic goal of the
Libraries is to "work toward achieving diversity when recruiting new and
promoting existing staff." The Libraries prize initiative, creativity,
professionalism, and teamwork.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the
position is filled. Send resume, INDICATING JOB # S012588 (Monographs) on
cover letter, along with three professional references via email
to hwdjobs_at_jhu.edu, fax to (410) 516-2314, or mail to
Johns Hopkins University, Homewood Human Resources, 119 Garland Hall,
Baltimore, MD 21218. Approximate starting salary range $38,555 -
$49,150. We offer excellent benefits, including tuition remission, in a
smoke free/drug free environment. AA/EOE.
Thomas M. Izbicki
Collection Development Coordinator
Eisenhower Library
Johns Hopkins University
3400 N. Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21218
Telephone: 410-516-7173
Fax: 410-516-8399
Received on Mon Sep 17 2001 - 09:42:58 EDT