Job Opportunity (University of Wyoming)

From: Janis Leath <Leath_at_uwyo.edu>

The University of Wyoming Libraries is seeking applicants for a Head of 
Collection Development position.

RESPONSIBILITIES:  The Head of Collection Development manages a complex 
department consisting of three librarians, one classified staff, and 
several student employees.  This position is responsible for oversight of a 
$3 million collection budget, including a monographic approval plan and 
serials in print and electronic formats.  In addition to the general 
collections of the Libraries, the Head of Collection Development also 
oversees specialized collections including the Hebard Wyoming Collection, 
the Rocky Mountain Herbarium Collection, and the Jackson Research Center.

The Libraries use a subject bibliographer model which requires the Head of 
Collection Development to work with groups of librarians in developing and 
implementing selection policies.  These policies must consider user needs, 
campus priorities, and fiscal resources. The Head also coordinates 
collection-related activities with other library departments including 
Access Services and Technical Services.  The Head provides leadership for 
scholarly communication issues and digital library developments.

The Head of Collection Development works closely with the Libraries 
Administration on university priorities, fund raising, donor stewardship, 
and campus politics regarding the collection budget and expenditures.   The 
Head is a member of the Libraries' Department Heads' group.  The Head 
pursues an active and ongoing program of professional development, 
scholarship, and service, as a member of the library faculty.

This position reports to the Associate Dean of Libraries.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: MLS from an ALA accredited institution. Minimum of 
five years of successful progressively responsible professional 
experience.  Demonstrated ability to work effectively with faculty and 
university departments in budget and collection reviews.  Experience in 
managing complex budgets.  Experience in working with vendors to acquire 
library materials in a variety of formats.  Demonstrated excellent oral and 
written communication skills in a library environment, working with 
colleagues as well as with patrons.  Understanding of current trends in the 
publishing and information industries.  Experience with collection 
development activities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in an academic or research library. 
Additional advanced degree.  Personnel management experience.  Commitment 
to cross-departmental collaboration and communication.  Demonstrated 
ability to work with university administration, faculty and students in an 
academic setting.  Experience with the Endeavor integrated library system.

APPLICATION AND SALARY:  Review of applications will begin on November 1, 
2005.   The minimum salary is $58,000, dependent on qualifications and 
experience; 12-month appointment, 22 days vacation; sick leave, group 
health insurance, state and TIAA-CREF retirement plans, no state income 
tax.  Please direct questions to Ms. Birgit Burke at 307-766-3279 or e-mail 
burek_at_uwyo.edu.

TO APPLY:  Send cover letter addressing the required and preferred 
qualifications, resume, and the names, address, telephone number and e-mail 
address of three professional references to:
Birgit Burke, Staff Assistant
University of Wyoming Libraries
Dept. 3334
1000 E. University Ave.
Laramie, WY  82071
Fax: 307-766-2510
E-mail: <mailto:burek_at_uwyo.edu>burek_at_uwyo.edu
Please follow-up faxed or e-mailed applications with copy via mail.  EEO/AA

ENVIRONMENT:  The University of Wyoming is the only accredited four-year 
institution of higher education in the state.  The University's library 
collections total 1.5 million volumes.  Laramie, a city of 26,000 located 
130 miles northwest of Denver, offers a reasonable cost of living and the 
friendly, relaxed atmosphere of a small community combined with the 
cultural and social activities associated with the University.  Laramie is 
located in an area of national forest, clean air, wide-open spaces and 
excellent summer and winter recreation sites.  Additional information about 
the Libraries and the University of Wyoming may be accessed through its Web 
site: www.uwyo.edu.

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Janis Leath
Interim Head of Collection Development
301 Coe Library
Dept. 3334
1000 E. University Avenue
Laramie, WY  82071
phone     307-766-4390
fax          307-766-3062
email       leath_at_uwyo.edu