Position Announcement, Library Director, Columbus State U., GA Diana Lomarcan 12 Feb 1998 21:19 UTC
A dynamic and innovative leader is sought to provide vision and direction for all operational aspects of the Simon Schwob Memorial Library and for campus-wide information and instructional technologies. The library, presently a NOTIS site, houses a collection of over 250,000 volumes and has a staff of 25. Special sections are Archives, Government Documents and Instructional Technology Services (including Distance Learning). The Director is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating library collections, programs, and services. As a member of the Council of Deans, the Director actively participates in University decision-making processes. The Director provides leadership in the development and implementation of University System collaborativeprograms such as GALILEO. The Director holds Faculty rank (non-tenure track) and reports to the Vice President for Academic Affairs REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree in Library or Information Science from ALA-accredited program. At least five years progressively responsible experience in an academic library; significant high-level administrative background with successful personnel, budget, and resource planning and management experience. In-depth knowledge of collection and program development, electronic information and instructional technologies, bibliographic control and management, reference, instruction, circulation, archives, and media services. Broad knowledge of library outreach activities and an understanding of the mission of an urban, regional state university. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated activity in professional organizations and in institutional and community activities. Preference given to candidates with a second advanced degree or a doctorate degree in a relevant field; scholarly activities; successful fund-raising; and/or grant-writing endeavors. The starting date will be no later than July 1, 1998. For fullest consideration, submit letter of application, current vita, three current letters of reference, and copies of transcripts by March 6, 1998 to: Callie B. McGinnis, Chair; Library Director Search Committee Simon Schwob Memorial Library Columbus State University 4225 University Ave Columbus, Georgia 31907-5645. 706-565-3556 FAX:706-569-3168 E-mail: libdir_search@colstate.edu Affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Minorities are encouraged to apply. Review of applications will continue until position is filled. Competitive salary with benefits package. Columbus State University, a member of the University System of Georgia, awards associate, bachelor's, master's and specialist degrees. The institution has an enrollment of 5,500 students and a faculty of 220. The institution is located in Columbus, a community of 250,000 which is situated 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, GA. For more information, visit http://www.colstate.edu/library