Position Annoucement

[Bruce Palmer]

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The Cline Library at Northern Arizona University invites applications for:
 Electronic Initiatives Librarian.   This position is in the Library's most
recently created work unit.  The unit is responsible for design,
development, and initial production of digitized information and online
library services.  Under the direction of the Digital Collections
Librarian, this position fosters communication and effective relationships
with other Library personnel, faculty, and students in formulating and
executing a variety of electronic initiatives;  provides design support for
 the Library's web pages;  offers technical advice and assistance to
Library personnel and faculty;  investigates, tests, and applies new
technologies that enhance the Library's digital information and services.
This position supervises one FTE staff and may supervise students and
interns on special projects.  In addition to active participation in
Library and University committees and working groups, serves as a subject
specialist which includes resource selection and faculty liaison
responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications:  REQUIRED:   MLS from ALA-accredited school and two
years academic library experience preferred, other combination of graduate
education and appropriate experience will be seriously considered;
significant experience in web design and production; demonstrated skill in
the use of web authoring tools and mark-up languages; evidence of creative
application of new technologies for services and information products;
strong interest to lead research and development efforts related to
interactive computing and the integration of text, graphics, audio, and
video sources in a digital library environment; familiarity with Windows NT
and Unix operating systems; knowledge of current and emerging trends in
libraries, higher education, and distance education; strong commitment to
improving library access for distributed learners; excellent communication
and interpersonal skills in a diverse workplace and a multi- cultural
learning environment; evidence of flexibility and enjoyment of
collaborative endeavors.

Send resume, letter of application addressing each minimum qualification
above, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references
to: Claudia Bakula, Associate University Librarian, Cline Library, Northern
Arizona University, Box 6022, Flagstaff, AZ 86011-6022.  Minimum salary is
$34,000. This minimum salary includes an expected salary increase available
October 1, 1998 that is subject to available funds.  The closing date for
receipt of applications is September 30, 1998.

For additional information, phone (520) 523-6803, or FAX (520) 523-3770 or
e-mail: Claudia.Bakula at nau.edu

Northern Arizona University is located in Flagstaff, a city of 55,000
people at the base of the San Francisco Peaks and surrounded by the
Coconino National Forest.  While we are the academic center for all
northern Arizona and the Colorado Plateau we also serve 3,000 students at
18 distance learning locations in southern and central Arizona.  NAU has a
growing minority student population and is committed to Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action; we welcome Minorities, Women, Persons with
Disabilities, and Veterans willing to make a commitment to NAU's mission of
cultural diversity.


Bruce Palmer			
Digital Collections Librarian
Cline Library - Northern Arizona U
Bruce.Palmer at nau.edu
http://jan.ucc.nau.edu/~bwp2