Position at the University of Arkansas
From:
Judy Ganson <jganson_at_uark.edu>
*Head of Technical Services*
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The University of Arkansas Libraries are seeking a highly experienced
and nationally engaged individual to lead the Technical Services
Department. The position is responsible for oversight of acquisition,
processing, and accessibility of materials for the Libraries
collections. Reporting to the Director for Collection Management & IT
Services, the Head of Technical Services will oversee workflow and
engage with new technologies and enhancement opportunities in response
to user needs and priorities of the University Libraries. A key
objective will be to balance departmental functions with library
initiatives and services (digitization, instruction, and research). The
department head must foster an environment of effective communication
and collaboration with departmental faculty and staff.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to providing
excellent customer service; demonstrated interpersonal skills
encompassing the ability to interact with a variety of colleagues and
levels of staff; ability to use technology in creative ways to solve
problems and create efficiencies; demonstrated ability to promote
teamwork, equality, and inclusiveness; and excellent written and oral
communication skills.
Responsibilities of this position include research and creative work and
service in keeping with the faculty requirements of the University of
Arkansas. The successful candidate must have demonstrated
accomplishments in performance, scholarly activity, and professional
service to meet criteria for appointment with tenure at the level of
Librarian / Professor. A dossier will be required for appointment and
hiring.
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*Qualifications. Required:* A masters degree from an ALA-accredited
program, a minimum of ten years of experience in technical services,
five years of supervisory experience in the technical services operation
of a comparably-sized academic or research institution, current
knowledge of trends and best practices in technical services, and
related experience in developing and implementing new ideas in a complex
organization. *Preferred:*Collection development experience, public
service experience, and statistical or data analysis experience.
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*Rank and Salary: *Twelve-month faculty appointment with tenure at the
rank of Librarian / Professor. Salary: $75,000.
*Benefits: *Relocation allowance available. Benefits include TIAA/CREF,
Fidelity Mutual Fund, or the Arkansas Public Employees Retirement
System, 22 days of annual leave, tuition reduction, and health insurance.
*Background:* The University of Arkansas places students first by
enhancing academic programs, creating an engaging campus life, reducing
obstacles, enhancing diversity, improving graduation rates, and
marshaling the expertise of the faculty, staff, and students. The
University is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a research
university with very high levels of research activity (RU/VH). The
University provides a superior campus landscape and environment while
designing and building world class facilities. The funding for research
awards and research expenditures continues to grow and so do the
academic programs offered. The University Libraries share in the
stewardship of the Universitys goals and takes responsibility for the
health of the research and teaching collections as well as programs that
further support the academic mission. For more information, visit the
Libraries home page (http://libraries.uark.edu/). *The University of
Arkansas campus*(http://www.uark.edu/) in Fayetteville, Arkansas, with a
student enrollment of more than 26,000, is the flagship campus of the
University of Arkansas System. With a population of approximately
460,000, the northwest Arkansas region is home to two Fortune 100
company headquarters. This thriving region offers numerous cultural
venues, such as the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, the Walton
Arts Center, and the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History.
(http://www.collegetownprofile.com/arkansas/universityofarkansas/index.html)
*Application deadline and contact information. *Women and minorities are
encouraged to apply. Completed applications received by July 10, 2015,
will receive full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed as
necessary to fill the position. For the full posting or to apply,
please go to http://jobs.uark.edu/postings/6533. When completing your
application, please upload the following: letter of application, rsum,
and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three current references
to the attention of Jeff Banks, Assistant Director for Library Human
Resources and Diversity Programs.
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/The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action
institution. The University welcomes applications without regard to
age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability,
religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military
service, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States
on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to
public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act./
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John P. Abbott, MS MSLS
Coordinator, Collection Management
University Library
Appalachian State University
ASU Box 32026
218 College Street
Boone, NC 28608
828-262-2821 (vox)
828-262-2773 (fax)
abbottJP_at_appstate.edu
Received on Wed May 27 2015 - 03:08:40 EDT