Boise State University
Head of Public Services
AA-0066-67
The Boise State University Libraries seek an innovative and
dynamic librarian for the position of Head of Public Services.
This senior administrative position is responsible for public
services areas within the Library, including Reference,
Instructional Services, Circulation, Maps, Government Information,
and the Curriculum Resource Center. The successful candidate
will provide leadership for the development, implementation,
promotion and assessment of evolving library services. As a
member of the Library Administrative Council, this position plays
a crucial role in library-wide planning, budgeting, and
policy setting. Participates in University governance and
service and engages in ongoing professional development.
Minimum Required Qualifications:
• Master's degree from an ALA-accredited program;
• Minimum 5 years professional library experience;
• Extensive experience with reference, instruction, circulation or
other public services;
• Demonstrated commitment to service excellence;
• Experience effectively managing and supervising others.
• Demonstrated commitment and a record of promoting diversity and
equal opportunity in the workplace;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in
a complex changing environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Knowledge of and experience with web design issues and web
services applications;
• Facility in a language other than English;
• Second master's degree;
• Experience in an academic library.
Salary: commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is
a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track position with faculty status
and academic rank. Appointment will be at the rank of Assistant
or Associate professor, based on qualifications.
Environment:
About the University: Boise State University, with an
enrollment exceeding 18,600 students, is a public
comprehensive undergraduate and graduate institution that offers
a range of nationally accredited programs. The University is
the largest institution in the Idaho system of higher education,
and consists of eight colleges with over 2,000 faculty and
staff. (Boise State University homepage http://www.boisestate.edu)
About the City of Boise: Boise State University is located in
the Treasure Valley at the base of the Rocky Mountains with the
Boise River flowing through the campus. The city of Boise is
Idaho's capital city and is recognized as one of America's best
places to live and work and has emerged as one of the nation's
major growth regions. The city has a vibrant business
climate, cultural life, and the moderate climate which contribute
to an outstanding quality of life with recreational
opportunities nearby. (City of Boise website http://cityofboise.org)
Nominations and Applications: Nominations are encouraged.
Completed applications, including a letter of application, vitae,
and contact information for a minimum of three
professional references, should be e-mailed in word format to:
jjohnson_at_boisestate.edu.
Screening of applicants will commence February 1, 2007 and
continue until the position is filled.
Boise State University is strongly committed to achieving
excellence through cultural diversity. The University
actively encourages applications and nominations of women,
persons of color, and members of other underrepresented groups.
EOE/AA Institution, Veterans preference.
Received on Sat Jan 13 2007 - 02:09:02 EST