The New Mexico State University Library invites applications for the
 position of Acquisitions Librarian, Assistant or Associate Professor.
 Req. 2007001878

  Founded in 1888, New Mexico State University is a comprehensive
  land-grant university and Carnegie designated high research
institution.
  NMSU is a member of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and
  Universities, and is classified as a Title V Minority Institution by
the
  U.S. Department of Education. The University is located in the
southern
  New Mexico city of Las Cruces, which offers a variety of cultural and
  recreational opportunities. For additional information, visit
  http://www.nmsu.edu.

  RESPONSIBILITIES:
  With the budget management team, plans, develops and manages aspects
of
  library materials budget ($2+ million); works closely with collection
  development coordinator and subject specialists regarding budgetary
  aspects of collection development; in consultation with the Head of
  Technical Services develops and implements policies, standards, goals,
  and procedures to continuously improve workflow; provides leadership
and
  support for the Acquisitions Unit; conducts performance reviews and
  provides input for merit assessments. As a member of the library
  faculty, is responsible for achieving in the following areas:
  librarianship, research, and creative activity; and service.

  QUALIFICATIONS:
  Required:  MLS from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent;
 demonstrated budget management experience; minimum of 1 year of
 recent  acquisitions experience.  Experience with vendor negotiations
 and  licensing agreements, electronic invoicing, scholarly
 communication,;  ability to multitask and manage detail; strong
 written and oral  communication skills; previous personnel management
 experience; ability  to work in cross-organizational collaboration;
 strong critical thinking  skills.

  Preferred: Knowledge of integrated library system, preferably
 Voyager;  proficiency with Excel and Access.

  POSITION INFORMATION:  This is a 9-month appointment, tenure track
 position.  Salary:  Commensurate with education and experience.  For
 benefits see the University's Human Resources website at
 http://benefits.nmsu.edu/.

  To Apply:
  Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter stating
  qualifications, a resume, and names, addresses, (including e-mail),
and
  telephone numbers of three references to Marti Torres, Business
  Operations Specialist, New Mexico State University Library, Box 30006,
  MSC 3475, Las Cruces, NM  88003-8006; e-mail mjtorres@lib.nmsu.edu;
fax:
  505-646-6940.  Review of applications will begin March 26, 2007 and
will
  continue until the position is filled.  For additional information,
  visit http://lib.nmsu.edu.

  NMSU is an EEO/AA employer and encourages applications from women,
 minorities, and all under-represented groups. Offer of employment
 contingent upon verification of the individual's eligibility for
 employment in the United States.

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Ellen M. Bosman, M.L.S.
Associate Professor
Head of Technical Services
New Mexico State University Library
POB 30006 / MSC 3475
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8006
http://web.nmsu.edu/~ebosman/