Position Announcement

[Bradley Faust]

University Libraries, Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana

Automation Services Librarian
Responsibilities: assisting the Director of Library Automated Systems
with the management of Automation Services unit and University Libraries'
systems; coordinating library technology projects; maintaining a level
of knowledge sufficient to evaluate and recommend information technology
which will enhance University Libraries' operations and services; in 
cooperation with other library units, training library faculty, staff, 
and students through formal instruction, documentation, and information 
consultation.
Minimum qualifications: MLS from an ALA accredited program at time
of appointment or a master's degree in computer science, information science,
information systems, or information technology with a minimum of one year
of appropriate library work experience; effective communication skills;
understanding of issues, needs, and concerns of libraries as they relate
to information technoloy. 
Preferred qualifications: knowledge of microcomputers, Windows 95, OCLC 
systems, UNIX and integrated library systems;  Web site maintenance and 
support experience; supervisory experience. Salary negotiable: $32,000 
minimum.

Terms and conditions. Fiscal year professional appointment available
immediately; faculty status possible with appropriate academic credentials.

Send letter of application; resume; transcripts of graduate degree(s)
(unofficial copies acceptable); and the names, addresses, telephone/fax
numbers of three references (at least one of which is a current or a former
supervisor) to: Mr. C. William Barnett, Director of Library Business Services,
University Libraries, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 47306. Review of
applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is
filled.  Direct questions to Suzanne Rice, Dept. Chair, at 765/285-5065 or 
00ssrice at bsuvc.bsu.edu.

Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer
and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.