Periodicals Librarian Job Announcement - U. of Colorado (Elaine Jurries) Ann Ercelawn 14 Mar 1997 14:29 UTC
Date: Thu, 13 Mar 1997 18:02:38 -0700 From: "Elaine F. Jurries" <ejurries@CASTLE.CUDENVER.EDU> Subject: job announcement PERIODICALS LIBRARIAN University of Colorado at Denver Auraria Library The Auraria Library seeks an energetic, service-oriented librarian with primary responsibility for the management of the periodicals public service area and the bindery operation. The periodicals collection contains 3000+ current titles. Additional responsibilities include supervision of four library technicians and student workers, extensive staff training in the use of print, electronic and online periodical resources, and participation in other serials projects. Contributes to the profession through professional service and scholarly activities. This is a new position, with exciting possibilities to develop and enhance periodicals public service. Service desk work, including some evenings or weekends. REQUIRED: ALA-accredited MLS; management/supervisory experience and/or training; 2 years experience in either 1) periodicals public service, 2) serials work with an interest in public service, or 3) reference work with an interest in periodicals; excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills; ability to manage change and to work well in a team environment; familiarity with current developments in accessing periodical literature. BACKGROUND: Auraria Library supports the programs of the University of Colorado at Denver, Metropolitan State College of Denver, and the Community College of Denver. The student population is approximately 35,000. This urban campus reflects the multicultural population of the metro area. SALARY/BENEFITS: $32,100-40,975 for a 12-month faculty appointment, depending on education and experience. Tuition benefits, sick leave, 22 vacation days, TIAA/CREF. TO APPLY: Please send a letter of application, resume, and names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references to: Elaine Jurries, Coordinator of Serials Services, Auraria Library, 1100 Lawrence, Denver, CO 80204-2095. FAX: 303 556-3528 or email to: ejurries@castle.cudenver.edu. Review of applications will begin on April 7, and continue until position is filled. Position available May 1, 1997. The University of Colorado at Denver invites and encourages nominations of and applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. Alternative formats of this ad are available upon request. The Colorado Open Records Act (C.R.S. 24-72-204) requires that an applicant make a written request at the time of application that the application must be kept confidential. Applications without such a written request for confidentiality are open records and must be disclosed upon request.