Position Vacancy (Old Dominion University) Marcia Tuttle 24 Jun 1997 12:08 UTC
---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Mon, 23 Jun 1997 16:59:30 EST From: FRANCES MCCRAW <fdm100u@SHAKESPEARE.LIB.ODU.EDU> To: SEREDIT@LIST.UVM.EDU Subject: Position Vacancy OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY LIBRARY SERIALS SERVICES LIBRARIAN Responsibilities: Provides leadership for serials services and participates in initiatives to attain cohesive collections and services; provides effective access to, acquisition of, and delivery of serials in all formats, and oversees a serials service desk; may engage in state-wide initiatives for acquiring electronic resources through the Virtual Library of Virginia project (VIVA); maintains / analyzes data on serial collections, prices, and use; develops plans, priorities, and workflows; establishes documentation, procedures, and systems specifications; ensures effective use of systems technology; monitors vendor performance; and oversees staff training and development. Supervises 4.5 FTE. Includes collection development assignment and may include night and weekend hours. Reports to the Head, Bibliographic Services. Qualifications: MLS from an ALA accredited program; minimum 1 year professional experience in a library or the serials industry; experience with serials; proven supervisory, analytical, communications, planning, and project management skills; effective participation in team-based work; ability to manage and exercise leadership in a changing environment; knowledge of library acquisitions practices; experience with library systems and personal computer applications; and commitment to professional development. DESIRED: Experience in public services or cataloging; knowledge of a European language; and background in collection development. Salary and benefits: Minimum $30,000. Good benefits package. LIBRARY: Serials is a part of the Bibliographic Services Department, in which the unit heads of acquisi-tions, serials and cataloging collaborate with the Department Head in the management of the records of the library database, and the processing and preservation of library materials. The Serials Services Libarian also participates in collection development and public services programs. Overall library staff of 22 librarians and 43 support staff serve campus community and significant off-campus programs with collections of 700,000 volumes and 6,500 current subscriptions. Innovative Interfaces system was recently installed. A building expansion of 76,000 sf. is in progress. LOCATION: Old Dominion University, a publicly-supported urban, research university with an enrol--lment of 17,400 student and 600 faculty members, is located in Norfolk, the center of Tide-water Virginia. The area offers lively cultural life, nearby seashore or mountain recreational activities, and a moderate climate. Norfolk also offers close proximity to an international airport. Deadline: Screening of applications will begin on August 8, 1997 and continue until position is filled. Contact: Write or email for complete position description. Send nominations or letter of application addressing your ability to meet position qualifications, resume, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of 3 references to: Nancy McAuliffe, Chair, Serials Services Librarian Search Committee, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA 23529-0256; email: nsm100f@lib.odu.edu; phone (757) 683-4169 or 683-4141. Old Dominion University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and requires compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.