Head of Acquisitions (Librarian II or Librarian III)
Wayne State University
Resource Services
The Wayne State University Library System is searching for a dynamic,
experienced librarian to lead our Acquisitions Team in creating its
future
as a model, client-centered operation for procuring and making available
library materials in an environment of ubiquitous and ever-expanding
electronic resources. Reporting to the Director of Resource Services
this
individual will lead the Acquisitions Team in providing excellent
internal
and external customer care by creating a staff-supportive environment
encouraging learning and personal growth.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Manage, develop and effectively utilize the
acquisitions module of III’s Millennium integrated library system;
initiate,
oversee, and bring to successful conclusion all licensing agreements for
electronic resources; work with the Electronic Resources Librarian to
continuously improve management of electronic resources; oversee, track,
and
report on the status of the libraries’ $7 million annual materials
budget;
collaborate with colleagues and staff to ensure timely, efficient, and
cost-effective acquisition of and/or access to resources in all formats;
work with the library and campus business office partners to ensure
timely,
effective payment for library materials; develop and maintain excellent
relationships with vendors and publishers of library materials perform
service and research that actively supports the profession at national,
state, local, and University levels.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in Library and Information
Science
from an ALA accredited institution; excellent organizational,
interpersonal,
oral, and written communication skills; ability to think critically in
analyzing problems and developing resourceful solutions; demonstrated
ability to work in teams, set individual and group work priorities,
organize
tasks and meet deadlines; demonstrated excellence in leading, nurturing,
and
transforming an acquisitions or acquisitions-related operation in a
large
academic library or comparable organization; track record of developing
and
maintaining outstanding client-centered services and effective
relationships
with library materials vendors; thorough understanding of and
significant
experience dealing with continuing and emerging issues related to
scholarly
communication and electronic resources; demonstrated ability to analyze
and
interpret qualitative and quantitative data regarding library
collections
and performance of library operations; demonstrated proficiency in
utilizing
desktop tools to assist with this analysis; supervisory experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in utilizing / managing staff
applications of III’s Millennium integrated library system; demonstrated
knowledge of and experience using e-resource management tools (e.g.,
SerialsSolutions, SFX); working knowledge of one or more languages other
than English.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR LIBRARIAN II RANK: Master’s degree in Library and
Information Science from an ALA accredited institution. Demonstrated
ability
to carry out competently the range of professional library functions
pertaining to the primary assigned area of librarianship. The ability to
work well independently, to make sound decisions and to have
constructive/productive interactions with colleagues. Continuing record
of
professional achievement and service required.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR LIBRARIAN III RANK: Master’s degree in Library and
Information Science from an ALA accredited institution. Demonstrated
excellence in job performance. Established record of excellence in
professional achievement and service. Appointment at this level is based
on
the applicant's cumulative professional record rather than on any single
accomplishment. Must have achieved statewide and/or regional recognition
within the profession.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary and rank: commensurate with education and
experience. Wayne State offers dental and health plan options. TIAA/CREF
or
Fidelity, tuition assistance for employees and family members,
relocation
assistance and liberal vacation.
THE CAMPUS AND UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES: Wayne State University is one of
the
nation’s leading urban research universities with a demonstrated
commitment
to teaching and learning. The University enrolls 31,000 students
(approximately 18,000 undergraduate and 13,000 graduate/professional).
The
WSU campus is located in an attractive urban setting in the heart of the
Detroit Cultural Center. A member of the Association of Research
Libraries,
Wayne State University Library System has a collection of more than 3
million volumes and an annual materials budget of $7 million. The
Library
Systems committed to national leadership in the transition of library
collections from print to electronic resources and excellence in digital
delivery of services. The University Library System includes Information
Services, Access Services, Shiffman Medical Library, Arthur Neef Law
Library, Library Computing & Media Services, Resource Services, UGE
1000,
Library and Information Science Program, and Library Administrative
Services.
Please submit electronically a complete resume and letter of interest
including the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses
of
at least three professional references to: Wayne State University’s
ON-LINE
HIRING SYSTEM at https://www.jobs.wayne.edu. Applications accepted until
position is filled. For more information about the University Library
System, please visit: http://www.lib.wayne.edu/ugl/.
For additional information about the position specifics contact Richard
Jasper, Director of Resource Services, (313) 577-2582 or email him at
ap8401_at_wayne.edu.
Received on Sun May 23 2004 - 02:02:52 EDT