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[Tiffany Koen]

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Position:  Systems Librarian


The University of South Alabama seeks an individual to manage the University
Library computer systems.  The person in this position reports to the
Director of Libraries.  Specific responsibilities include analyzing the use
of computer systems by the University Library; recommending policy and
goals; and managing NOTIS, Solaris and Novell.  Other duties include
overseeing the management of University Library networks; planning the
migration to a new library system; acting as liaison to library software and
hardware vendors; reviewing and approving specifications for computer
equipment, software, and peripherals used in the library.   Responsible for
coordination of staff training and continuing education relating to the
computer systems used by the library.  Prepares statistical reports; uses
SAS for data retrieval and statistical reports with NOTIS.

Required qualifications are an ALA-accredited MLS (a master's degree in a
related field, combined with library-related experience may be considered in
lieu of the MLS) and four years experience with an integrated library system
(NOTIS preferred).  Experience with OCLC, UNIX administration (Solaris
preferred), NetWare administration, SAS programming, facility in use of
Microsoft Office and Internet applications is also required.

This is an academic, tenure-track, 12-month appointment at the Assistant
Librarian rank or higher.  Salary is negotiable. Excellent benefits.
Deadline for applications is October 1, 1997.  Submit a letter, resume and
names of three professional references to:  Vera Finley, Chair, Search
Committee, Room 75 - University Library, University of South Alabama,
Mobile, AL  36688.

For information about the University Library, see the homepage at
http://southmed.usouthal.edu/univlib/univlib.html