Systems/Distance Ed. Lib. Position--TEXAS

[Carol Dodd]

Position Title:  Systems/Distance Education Librarian

Position Description:
     The Systems/Distance Education Librarian coordinates and oversees
electronic library resources.  This includes routine maintenance of the DRA
(Data Research Associates) integrated library system; creation of reports
using report writer utility; coordination and assurance of local and remote
access to electronic services; planning and conducting training in use of
databases; providing assistance in planning and implementing further
development of the integrated system and other electronic services; regular
travel to remote service points for training, troubleshooting and general
support; and serving as backup to librarian at commuter facility 65 miles
distant.  

Required Qualifications:
     ALA accredited MLS; two years of experience with library automation;
high level of technical expertise and broad knowledge of library systems,
including integrated system, LAN, WAN, internet resources and PC support;
strong commitment to responsive and innovative support.

Preferred Qualifications:
     2nd masters degree in Computer Science or Management Information
Systems; reference experience; BI or training experience; experience with
DRA integrated system; familiarity with MARC formats and OCLC.

Salary and benefits:  Hiring range:  $33,493-$35,533
                      Benefits:  12 days sick leave per annum;
12 days vacation per annum, increasing with longevity; health and dental
insurance; choice of retirement programs.

Application deadline:  April 10, 1998

Position available:  September 1, 1998

Application requirements:
     Letter of application addressing the above qualifications.
     Resume.
     Three letters of reference.
     Additional 2-3 names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email
addresses if available, of persons who may be contacted, including most
recent supervisor.  Committee may contact current supervisor of finalists.
     Finalists will be asked to present a brief training/informational
session on an electronic resource of their choice. 
     Transcripts (unofficial accepted.  Must provide official transcripts
upon appointment.)
     Proof of eligibility to work in the United States is required of all
applicants.  To apply applicant must have United States citizenship,
citizenship eligibility, or authorization to work in the U.S. on a
full-time basis.

Applications and references should be sent to:
     Carol Dodd, Chair
     Systems/Distance Education Librarian Search Committee
     James G. Gee Library
     Texas A&M University-Commerce
     P.O. Box 3011
     Commerce, TX  75429-3011
     Phone:  (903)886-5742
     Email:  Carol_Dodd at TAMU-Commerce.edu
     Fax:  (903)886-5723

     Texas A&M University-Commerce is a senior public institution with an
academic enrollment of approximately 8,000 students.  The University is
located in Commerce, Texas, 65 miles northeast of Dallas.

     The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer.
Individuals from underrepresented racial, ethnic, and gender groups are
encouraged to apply.