CDL-Job Posting, Stanford University Libraries

From: Christa Easton <ceaston_at_stanford.edu>

This e-mail has been cross-posted.  Please excuse the duplication.

Ordering Librarian
Acquisitions Department
Stanford University Libraries

Description:

Oversee the ordering functions of SUL's Acquisitions Department in keeping 
with the Department's mission to acquire and make accessible the breadth 
and depth of information and materials necessary to advance University 
scholarship and research.  Supervise Ordering Unit staff of approximately 
10 FTE.  Plan for the long-range needs of the Ordering Unit and contribute 
to planning for the Acquisitions Department as a whole.

This position is posted at the levels of Assistant and Associate 
Librarian.  Compensation and rank will be based on experience and relevant 
qualifications.  It reports to the head of the Acquisitions Department.

Duties:
    * Coordinate SUL's ordering program, including all orders in all 
formats (including Internet resources); supervise approximately 10 highly 
skilled paraprofessional staff.
    * Collaborate with managers in other Acquisitionsunits to ensure 
coordination of procedures and effective workflow within Acquisitions and 
with other SUL units.
    * Oversee the function and application of the Sirsi Unicorn ILS order 
module in collaboration with other Acquisitions and Library Systems staff.
    * Manage order workflow in vendor databases (e.g., GOBI, Otto) in 
collaboration with other Acquisitions and Library Systems staff.
    * Develop and document policies and procedures to support the work of 
the unit and its effective interaction with other units throughout SUL.
    * Formulate and implement projects to improve Acquisitions'service to SUL.
Qualifications:

At the Assistant Librarian level:
    * An ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent training or work experience.
    * Experience in applying database software to control and production 
tasks.
    * Work experience in a library technical services or similar function.
    * Ability to manage the work of staff in an environment that is focused 
on detail and constantly changing.
    * Ability to manage and prioritize and delegate to meet deadlines in a 
complex, energetic environment.
    * Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
    * Knowledge of one or more languages other than English is preferred.
At the Associate Librarian level:
    * 3-5 years work experience in library technical services function.
To apply, visit the online posting at 
http://jobs.stanford.edu/openings/display.cgi?Job_Req=006921&JFam=NIL&JOBCODE=1586
  and click on the "I Want this Job!" link.  Current Stanford staff should 
apply entering the Job Requisition number, 006921, at 
<http://jobs.stanford.edu/index.html>http://jobs.stanford.edu/index.html.

Preference will be given to applications received by January 15, 2005.  The 
position will remain open until filled.