Position Announcement: E-Access/Serials Librarian, Trinity University, San Antonio, TX Chamberlain, Clinton K. 13 Aug 2007 15:12 UTC
Apologies for cross-posting. E-Access and Serials Librarian Trinity University San Antonio, TX Trinity University seeks a dynamic, forward-thinking individual to become its electronic access and serials librarian. The successful candidate will join a team of energetic, creative librarians whose work earned them the ACRL Excellence in Academic Libraries award in 2007. Reporting to the head of technical services, this position is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all operations in the subscriptions and standing orders unit, including the acquisition and cataloging of serial publications in all formats, provision of local and off-campus access to these materials, and bindery and book repair. Four classified staff members report to this position. In addition, all librarians at Trinity serve as liaisons to at least one academic department, providing collection development, information literacy instruction, and communication from the library to the faculty and students of that discipline. This is an excellent opportunity for a librarian who seeks broad responsibilities in a collaborative atmosphere. We offer an environment that supports risk-taking and new ideas, and the chance to participate actively in campus life. A detailed position description is available here <http://lib.trinity.edu/libinfo/positions/serialslibr_detail.pdf> . Qualifications: Required: ALA-accredited MLS degree or its international equivalent; experience managing serials and/or electronic resources operations in an academic setting; knowledge of integrated library systems, bibliographic utilities, and other tools for information management or bibliographic control such as electronic resource management systems and journal management systems. Preferred: Track record of participation in or development of innovative access to the scholarly periodical literature. Evidence of creative approaches to information access problems, and an ability to understand and communicate the patron experience to others. Demonstrated ability to assess and implement workflows, manage projects, and establish and document departmental policies and procedures; and strong written and oral communication skills. Salary range: $45,000-48,000. Benefits include: Trinity-paid TIAA/CREF when qualified, comprehensive insurance options, 20 days vacation, and generous professional development support. Trinity University is a nationally recognized liberal arts and sciences institution characterized by a demanding curriculum, distinguished faculty, exceptionally bright students, and a campus that is among the most modern and beautiful in America. Trinity's Coates Library has been recognized for its innovation: it was the college division recipient of ACRL's 2007 Excellence in Academic Libraries award. Trinity is located in what Will Rogers called one of America's four unique cities. Combining Old World charm, a multicultural heritage, and numerous cultural and historical attractions, San Antonio is a friendly, affordable, enchanting city in which to live and study. To apply: Submit a detailed resume, application letter addressing experience and interest, and the names, phone numbers, email and postal addresses of three references to: Diane J. Graves, University Librarian, (send email applications to rnelson@trinity.edu) Trinity University Library, One Trinity Place, San Antonio, TX, 78212-7200. Review of applications begins October 15 and continues until the position is filled. Trinity is an EEOC/AA employer. Clint Chamberlain Electronic Access/Serials Librarian Trinity University One Trinity Place San Antonio, Texas 78212 210 999-7613 (phone) 210 999-81812 (fax) clinton.chamberlain@trinity.edu