CDL-Position Opening, Trinity International University (Illinois)

From: Lynn Sipe <lsipe_at_usc.edu>
Date: Thu, 08 Dec 2011 15:08:49 -0800
To: COLLDV-L_at_usc.edu
From:
Rebekah Hall <rebekah.shera1_at_gmail.com>

*Collection Management Librarian*

Trinity International University Deerfield, Illinois

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*Introduction *

/Do you desire to be a part of a significant vision for impacting 
students who will, in turn, use their education and spiritual formation 
to transform the world?/

Trinity International University (TIU) is comprised of Trinity College, 
Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, and the Trinity Graduate School 
along with 2 regional centers and extension programs throughout the 
Midwest (total student FTE of 2,124). The university is located about 22 
miles north of Chicago. The James E. Rolfing Memorial Library contains a 
circulating collection of 190,000 books, 770 journals, 70 databases, and 
7,100 media. Rolfing has nine full-time library staff, seven of which 
are professional librarians. TIU is affiliated with the Evangelical Free 
Church of America. The successful candidate for this position must agree 
with the university's mission, values, and statement of faith, which 
will be sent to each applicant.

*Position Summary*

/Are you a forward thinker? Would you enjoy contributing to a creative, 
productive department?/

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Rolfing Memorial Library is looking for a collaborative librarian who is 
eager to serve the Trinity community in the following ways:

Provide leadership in collection management for books/e-books; oversee 
annual monograph budget; select books/e-books for assigned college & 
graduate departments; perform monograph data collection and analysis; 
hire, train, and supervise part-time employees; resolve book/e-book 
cataloging questions and problems; promote the monograph collection 
through displays and/or special events; serve as primary contact for 
book/e-book vendors; and pursue professional development. This position 
reports to the Head of Technical Services. It is a full-time, 12 month, 
exempt, non-faculty position.

*Qualifications*

/These are the primary experiences and skills that we believe will equip 
you to excel in this position. /

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An ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent degree. A personal commitment to 
Christian higher education. At least 2 years of experience working in an 
academic library, preferably with collection development and/or 
acquisitions. Initiative to set priorities, propose viable solutions, 
and participate in long-range planning. Strong analytical skills. Adept 
problem solver. Excellent communication skills. Works well both 
independently and as a team member. Able to effectively supervise 
part-time employees. Previous experience with OCLC and an integrated 
library system (Ex Libris' Voyager ILS software preferred). At least one 
year experience with copy-cataloging monographs. Familiarity with using 
MARC and applying AACR2 standards. Pursuit of professional development.

*Salary & Benefits*

$41,500 annually. Full-time employee benefits including health, dental, 
and vision are available.

*Application* *Information*

Refer the TIU website (www.tiu.edu/hr <http://www.tiu.edu/hr>) to submit 
your online application and upload a cover letter and resume. Position 
will remain open until filled. TIU is an AA/EOE.
Received on Fri Dec 09 2011 - 03:02:07 EST