Job - University of Manitoba, Canada

[ngodava at cc.UManitoba.CA]

THE UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA LIBRARIES Invites Applications for the
Position of Coordinator, Information Technology Development 

The University of Manitoba Libraries consist of nine unit libraries and
three electronic libraries located on the Fort Garry and Bannatyne
Campuses, as well as two branch libraries located at the St. Boniface
General Hospital and the Victoria General Hospital. With collections of
over 2 million volumes, an annual operating budget of over 13 million
dollars, and a full-time equivalent staff of approximately 205 employees,
the Libraries serve a community of approximately 38,000 students, faculty
and citizen borrowers. The Libraries automated system is DRA. The
Libraries web page (http://www.umanitoba.ca/libraries) provides access to
the public catalogue, BISON, and numerous databases and links to relevant
Internet resources.

Reporting to the Associate Director, Information Services and Systems, the
incumbent is responsible for the Libraries' strategic planning for new
technology initiatives; introducing innovative applications that enhance
and expand service to students, faculty and researchers and increase staff
productivity; taking responsibility for developing the Libraries'
web-based services, digital imaging and database development projects;
taking the lead role for the Libraries in the University's Teaching and
Learning with Technology initiative; continually reviewing new
technologies including technological advances and emerging practices in
digital imaging for preservation and access; representing the Libraries in
appropriate University groups and committees and on regional and national
cooperative initiatives; developing training and instruction programs to
assist staff in promoting electronic information services and for
supervising the work of the Web Developer and the Imaging Specialist.

Qualifications:

A degree from an ALA accredited program with an MLS/MLIS or equivalent in
experience and education. Undergraduate degree in computer science
preferred. Three to five years of relevant experience in an academic
library preferred. Experience in designing and developing Web sites.
Experience developing instruction and/or training programs using Internet
or multimedia authoring tools. Knowledge of applications of current and
emerging technologies in time- and location-independent learning.
Sophisticated understanding of the role of technology in the provision of
information resources/services. Understanding of current digital library
issues. Must be able to lead technical staff, work effectively on teams
and handle multiple projects simultaneously in a rapidly changing
technological environment. Demonstrated project management/leadership
skills and teaching ability. Demonstrated high level of creativity,
motivation, initiative and responsibility. Demonstrated good oral and
written communication skills and effective interpersonal relations.

Effective Date: September 1, 2000

Rank and Salary Range: Assistant Librarian: $40,579 - $52,794 per annum

This position has a two year probationary period. Librarians enjoy
academic status and are appointed to one of four ranks: General,
Assistant, Associate and Librarian, with possibility of promotion.

The University of Manitoba encourages applications from qualified men and
women, including members of visible minorities, aboriginal people and
persons with disabilities. In accordance with Canadian immigration
requirements, this advertisement is directed to Canadian citizens and
permanent residents.

Submit application, including resume, salary expectations and the names of
three references, by June 30, 2000, to:

Carolynne Presser
Director of Libraries
The University of Manitoba Libraries
Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2