CDL-Position Opening, George Mason University

From: Lene Palmer <lenep_at_gmu.edu>

HEAD, COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT AND  PRESERVATION OFFICER (Search 
Extended)

The University Libraries of George Mason University are seeking an 
energetic, innovative and team-oriented librarian for the position of Head, 
Collection Development and Preservation Officer. Position provides 
leadership for collection development and evaluation, as well as 
preservation activities, of a large university system (four libraries 
across three campuses), coordinating the collection development and 
evaluation responsibilities of more than 20 selectors. Monitors expenditure 
of collection development/preservation funds (currently $4.75M), recommends 
fund allocations, and participates in the preparation of research materials 
budget. Manages the libraries’ electronic resources licensing operations. 
Actively engages in related activities for two consortia: VIVA (The Virtual 
Library of Virginia) and WRLC (Washington Research Library Consortium). 
Prepares management reports and analyses, obtains collections data, and 
oversees maintenance of collection development electronic data 
archive.  Manages multiple approval plans, and may have subject liaison 
responsibilities, depending on interest. As preservation officer leads 
integration of current preservation activities and develops plans for a 
new, comprehensive preservation program. Directly supervises 2.5 FTE staff. 
Position reports to Associate University Librarian for Resources and 
Collection Management Services.

QUALIFICATIONS: Required: ALA-accredited MLS or recognized foreign 
equivalent; professional collection development experience in an academic 
or research library; in-depth knowledge of academic publishing (print and 
electronic); experience with large-scale or in-depth collection evaluation; 
demonstrated ability to coordinate peer responsibilities in a 
non-supervisory, team environment; excellent leadership and communication 
skills; collegial orientation. Preferred: Excellent information technology 
skills; substantial budgetary experience; demonstrated supervisory 
experience; electronic resources management or licensing experience; an 
advanced degree in an academic discipline;  preservation experience.

Appointments/Benefits:

Professional faculty appointment.  Salary is competitive and commensurate 
with qualifications, from a minimum of $50,000.  Excellent benefits: 
several health plan options and fully paid life insurance; several 
retirement plans, including TIAA-CREF (the university contributes 
approximately 10% of salary to such plans); 24 vacation days and 11 paid 
holidays; tuition waiver for self.

George Mason University and University Libraries:

George Mason University is a doctoral-level, state-supported university in 
northern Virginia with campuses at Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William 
counties, offering 55 undergraduate and 74 masters, professional, and 
doctoral programs, with an enrollment of over 26,000 students and 1,300 
faculty. There are five libraries, with 50 administrative and professional 
(librarians) faculty, and 72 support staff. The libraries are active 
participants in VIVA (Virtual Library of Virginia), the Washington Research 
Library Consortium, and the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries 
and hold associate membership with the Center for Research Libraries. The 
libraries are currently reviewing the Library Liaison Program to expand and 
enhance outreach to the various academic and research programs across the 
university’s three campuses, and are developing an information literacy 
program. More information about George Mason University and GMU Libraries 
is available at <http://www.gmu.edu/>http://www.gmu.edu/.


Application:

Review of applications will begin April 5th, 2004 and continue until 
position is filled.

Send letter of application, résumé, and names, addresses (including e-mail) 
and phone numbers of three current references to:



Chair, Search Committee For Head Collection Development

Library Administration, MSN 2FL

George Mason University

Fairfax VA, 22030-4444



  George Mason University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity 
employer; minorities are encouraged to apply.