Collection Development Position at the Arthur Lakes Library
Colorado School of Mines
http://www.is.mines.edu/hr/JobAnnouncements/08-460360%20Assistant%20Librarian.pdf
The Arthur Lakes Library of the Colorado School of Mines invites
applications for the faculty position of Collection Development
Librarian. The Library supports the information and educational needs
of CSM, primarily in science and engineering, and provides technical
information to the regional community. The Library is staffed by 11
faculty librarians and 11 paraprofessionals. More information on the
Library can be found at http://www.mines.edu/library.
Located in Golden, Colorado at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains
and just minutes away from downtown Denver, CSM is a public university
with an enrollment of over 4,200 students in undergraduate and
graduate degree programs in engineering, science and related disciplines.
Responsibilities: The successful candidate will manage and perform
all acquisitions functions, including fund allocation and vendor
relations; manage electronic databases and journals; coordinate
collection development with the other librarians including
communication and liaison with academic programs, assessment,
preservation and gifts. This position supervises two (2)
paraprofessionals as well as student assistants. The position serves
on committees for the Library, the university, and other
organizations, and participates in professional contributions and
special projects as assigned.
Qualifications: Masters degree in library science from an ALA
accredited school (or equivalent); experience in acquisitions and
collection development. Applicants should demonstrate good
communication and teamwork skills, a public service orientation, and
professional growth.
Compensation: Minimum $40,000, negotiable commensurate with
experience. CSM offers an attractive benefits package including fully
paid health insurance for employee and family, the possibility for
flexible work schedules, parental leave policies and dependent care
assistance through a flexible spending plan.
How to Apply: Applicants must submit a letter of application, resume,
photocopy of transcripts* and the names, phone numbers, and e-mail
addresses (if available) of 4 professional references to:
Colorado School of Mines
Human Resources Office, Search #08-460360
1500 Illinois Street
Golden, CO
80401
Fax: (303) 384-2025.
(Additional information will be required from candidates who meet the
minimum position requirements.)
Review of applications will begin by April 24, 2008.
Received on Fri Apr 18 2008 - 01:42:00 EDT