Director of Technical Services
Ottenheimer Library (Req.
# 722)
University of Arkansas
at Little Rock
The University
of Arkansas at Little
Rock (UALR) Ottenheimer Library invites applications for the position of
Director of Technical Services, Req.# 722, a faculty appointment with rank
leading to tenure. The successful candidate will be required to meet the
Library’s criteria for promotion and tenure, which include librarianship,
service and scholarship/research. The position reports directly to the Dean of
the Library and works closely with the Directors of Public Services,
Administrative Services and Archive/Special Collections.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide
administrative oversight of technical service and information technology
departments (acquisitions, cataloging, collection development, serials and
IT).
- Participate with
Dean and other Directors in the leadership and management of the Library.
- Coordinate technical
services and IT activities and workflow with other areas of the Library
and University.
- Participate in
library-wide programs such as collection development, assessment, and
strategic planning.
- Take a leadership
role, locally and nationally, in identifying and implementing new
developments in the field through active participation in professional
organizations.
- Other duties as
assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- ALA-accredited MLS.
- Progressively
responsible supervisory experience of both librarians and
paraprofessionals in an academic library.
- At least five years
of recent experience in acquisitions, cataloging, digital initiatives,
serials or systems.
- Experience with
integrated library systems and the application of technology to enhance
effectiveness in library operations.
- Extensive knowledge
and understanding of best practices, current issues and trends in
technical services and library technologies.
- Demonstrated
understanding of academic teaching and research needs.
- Ability to view
issues from a broad library-wide perspective.
- Excellent
interpersonal, communication, and planning skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Experience
with assessment of library services, strategic planning, and project management
2. Second
advanced degree; qualifications for appointment at rank of Associate Professor.
Competitive salary and benefits, i.e., TIAA/CREF, medical
insurance; liberal vacation and sick leave.
For a closer look at the Library and campus, visit the
library Web site http://library.ualr.edu or UALR Web
site http://www.ualr.edu.
TO APPLY:
Send
cover letter referencing Req. #722 addressing the above qualifications;
curriculum vitae; name, address, phone and e-mail information of three
references to Suzanne Martin,
Director of Administrative Services, csmartin@ualr.edu. Electronic
submissions are welcome.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the
position is filled.
The University
of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity,
affirmative action and actively seeks the candidacy of minorities, women and
person with disabilities. Under Arkansas
law, all applications are subject to disclosure. Persons hired must have
proof of legal authority to work in the United States.
Suzanne Martin
Director of Administrative Services
Ottenheimer Library
2801 S. University
Little Rock, AR
72204
501-569-8805
csmartin@ualr.edu