CDL: Position opening (OH)

From: John P. Abbott <AbbottJP_at_appstate.edu>
Date: Thu, 05 Feb 2004 09:43:25 -0500
To: colldv-l_at_usc.edu


Associate University Librarian for Collections
Wright State University Libraries, Dayton, OH

The University Libraries at Wright State University is seeking nominations
and applications for an Associate University Librarian.  The person assuming
this position will be an active member of a senior library management
leadership team, and an organization that is committed to library service
excellence and continuous professional development for library staff.  This
position carries significant responsibilities for managerial planning,
implementation and oversight of Technical Services, Collection Development,
and Special Collections & Archives departments, and provides the opportunity
to make a significant professional contribution to academic librarianship.
Position reports to the University Librarian.

Responsibilities: Provides administrative oversight for the University
Libraries (Paul Laurence Dunbar Library and the Fordham Health Sciences
Library) of Technical Services, Collection Development, and Special
Collections & Archives departments and is responsible for their successful
operation.  Serves as a senior library manager on the University Libraries'
Administrative Council and actively participates in University Library-wide
policy formation, strategic planning and goal formation, service
initiatives, library development, the allocation of resources and the
preparation of grant proposals.  Will serve as the permanent chair of the
University Libraries' marketing committee and will actively participate in
state and national professional consortia and organizations.    For more
information:  http://www.libraries.wright.edu/about/jobopps/aul.html

Qualifications:
Required:  ALA Accredited M.L.S.; minimum of five years of academic library
experience, at least three of which must include significant
administrative/managerial responsibilities (department or division level);
strong library service orientation; extensive knowledge of contemporary
trends in library technical services and collection development; successful
record of supervision and project management and an ability to mobilize
people for group action; excellent oral and written communication abilities;
evidence of effective leadership and decision making ability.
Preferred:  Additional graduate degree; experience in working with state and
regional consortia; marketing experience.

Environment:  WSU Libraries provides a dynamic, challenging, technology
progressive setting for academic librarians and exceptional opportunities
for professional growth and career development.  Librarians are an integral
and valued component of a strong academic support structure for
undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs including health
sciences, engineering, social and behavioral sciences, business, humanities,
theatre and the arts.  WSU Libraries' strong commitment to service
excellence, educational innovation, and professional development make WSU
Libraries a top choice of employment for librarians seeking success and
future growth opportunities.

Salary:  Commensurate with experience.  Benefits include 22 vacation
days/year, 10 holidays, health and dental plan, state retirement system, and
paid life and disability insurance.

Application:  Send letter of application, resume, and names of three current
references or a letter of nomination to:
  Ms. Chris Watson       (chris.watson@wright.edu)
  126 Dunbar Library
  Wright State University Libraries
  Dayton, OH 45435

Fullest consideration will be given to applications received by February 16,
2004.

Wright State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and
affirmative action and specifically encourages applications from members of under-represented
groups. Associate University Librarian for Collections
Wright State University Libraries, Dayton, OH





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