>
> From:
> Linwood DeLong <linwood.delong_at_uwinnipeg.ca>
>
>
> [posted on behalf of the University of Calgary]
>
> (apologies for any duplicate messages)
>
> *DIGITAL COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT LIBRARIAN
> LIBRARIES AND CULTURAL RESOURCES*
> *UNIVERSITY** OF **CALGARY***
>
> Libraries and Cultural Resources, at the University of Calgary, invites
>
> applications for the position of Digital Collection Development
> Librarian. This is a full-time tenure track academic position, with an
>
> anticipated start date of May 2008.
>
> This newly-created position includes a novel combination of
> responsibilities aimed at ensuring the development of a digital
> collection that delivers content and functionality and plays a critical
>
> role in supporting the implementation of the Taylor Family Digital
> Library.
>
> *Responsibilities*
>
> Reporting to the Head of Collections Services, and working within a
> collaborative environment, the Digital Collection Development Librarian
>
> will assist in researching, recommending, planning, and implementing
> new
> procedures and policies to support the development of an integrated
> digital collection. The incumbent will work closely with the Head of
> Technical Services and Digital Access in the development of evaluation
>
> strategies and plans for improving access to digital collections, as
> well as provide expertise to other areas across Libraries and Cultural
>
> Resources who are carrying out evaluation work.
>
> Responsibilities include:
>
> · Establishing a strategy for the transition from a
> predominantly print book acquisition practice to a digital-preferred
> model
>
> · Investigating and assessing elements of the digital library,
>
> including content, functionality, technological support, and long-term
>
> preservation and stability, in order to create an approach that focuses
>
> upon the curatorial aspects of collections in addition to content
>
> · Developing ongoing evaluation practices which, in addition to
>
> traditional collection assessment techniques, will focus on user
> analysis and the development of functional criteria for digital
> collections
>
> · Building the e-book collection through active investigation
> of
> new book technology, such as print on demand, mass digitization, etc.
>
> · Planning a sustainable print/electronic strategy that meets
> user needs
>
> · Collaborating with Technical Services in workflow changes in
>
> order to increase efficiencies and improve access to the collections
>
> · Anticipating future trends in an evolving digital
> environment,
> while maintaining current awareness of national and international
> developments that affect collection development, license negotiation,
> rights management and preservation standards.
>
> As this is an academic staff position, participation in scholarship,
> teaching, and service is expected.
> **
>
> *
> Required Qualifications*
>
> · Master's degree from an American Library Association
> accredited program in librarianship or recognized equivalent
>
> · Minimum of three years of professional experience in an
> academic research library
>
> · Demonstrated experience with the development of electronic
> collections in support of scholarly pursuits
>
> · Strong communication and interpersonal skills
>
> · Proven success in project management
>
> · Demonstrated ability to work both independently and with a
> variety of groups in collaborative and cooperative situations
>
> · Expertise in using Excel and other assessment software
>
> · Commitment to professional development and service.
>
>
> *Desired Qualifications*
>
> · Knowledge of collection analysis principles and tools
>
> · Knowledge of collection development and management
> strategies,
> as well as familiarity with emerging trends with collection selection
> tools and processes
>
> · Knowledge of the principles, standards, and technological
> framework for digital preservation, as well as basic preservation of
> legacy collections
>
> · Knowledge of, and facility with, emerging technologies as
> applied to collection development, evaluation, and presentation.
>
>
> *Salary and Benefits*
>
> Commensurate with qualifications and experience, at the Assistant or
> Associate Librarian level.
> For salary and benefits information refer to the website:
> http://www.ucalgary.ca/UofC/departments/HR/academic/salaries.html
>
>
> *Application Procedure*
>
> Please submit a letter of application addressing background and
> experience relevant to the position, a current curriculum vitae, and
> the
> names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of three
> current
> professional references to:
>
> Mary McConnell
> Associate University Librarian for Planning and Administration
> Libraries and Cultural Resources
> University of Calgary
> 2500 University Drive N.W.
> Calgary, AB, T2N 1N4
> Phone: 403-220-3725
> Fax: 403-282-1218
> email: iracadem_at_ucalgary.ca <mailto:iracadem_at_ucalgary.ca>
>
> Consideration of applications will begin after *March 31, 2008* and
> will
> continue until the position is filled.
>
> /All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians
> and permanent residents will be given priority. The //University// of
> //Calgary// respects, appreciates and encourages diversity./
>
>
>
>
>
> Linwood DeLong
> Collections Coordinator
> University of Winnipeg Library
> 515 Portage Ave.
> Winnipeg, MB, Canada
> R3B 2E9
>
> Ph. 204-786-9124
> FAX 204-786-1824
> e-mail: l.delong_at_uwinnipeg.ca
>
>
Received on Thu Mar 27 2008 - 01:45:12 EDT