From: "Ciliberti, Anne" <CilibertiA_at_wpunj.edu>
William Paterson University
Wayne, NJ
David and Lorraine Cheng Library
Assistant Director for Collections and Resource Management
The Cheng Library of William Paterson University seeks a
creative, experienced and goal-oriented librarian to be part of the
management and planning team in a dynamic, state-of-the-art library.
Reporting to the Director of Library Services, the Assistant Director has
direct responsibility for collection development activities and overall
supervisory responsibility for a fully automated technical services unit,
which includes acquisitions, cataloging and processing, serials and document
delivery. Collection development duties include setting collection
policies, developing and monitoring fund allocations, coordinating the
selector/liaison program and collection assessment. Overall supervisory
responsibilities for the unit include providing leadership in planning,
implementing and evaluating departmental operations and services, and
setting goals and developing initiatives in the resource management areas.
Other responsibilities include staff development, participation in the user
education program and coordination of services with OCLC and PALINET.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: ALA-accredited MLS and five years
professional library experience in progressively more responsible positions;
second masters degree or ABD status or an additional five years experience
or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in
collection development and in either cataloging, serials or acquisitions;
three years administrative experience, including supervisory experience with
library professional and support staff, preferably in an academic library.
Demonstrated knowledge of online integrated library systems (preferably
DRA), bibliographic utilities and experience with budget management.
Outstanding analytic and problem solving skills for initiating plans and
carrying out projects. Evidence of strong communication and organizational
skills, and the ability to work with all personnel in a collaborative
environment.
This is a 12-month, tenure track appointment; second
master's degree or ABD required for tenure. This position offers a
comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver for dependent
children after one year of full-time employment. Applications will be
accepted until position is filled. Please forward letter of application,
resume and names and contact information for three references to: Dr. Anne
Ciliberti, Director of Library Services, Cheng Library, William Paterson
University, 300 Pompton Road, Wayne, NJ 07470. William Paterson University
is an equal opportunity institution committed to diversity.
Received on Fri Oct 05 2001 - 11:27:06 EDT