Digital Services Librarian

[susan magee]

Digital Services Librarian
 
The UNM General Library is seeking a full-time faculty 
librarian to provide technical and project leadership
for the aggressive development of computer applications
to: create and deliver digital collections (e.g. electronic
theses and dissertations; archives and manuscripts;
electronic reserves and document delivery), enhance and
serve local database resources, and provide extensive
linking from library-hosted web pages to vendor-provided
network-delivered electronic resources.  Working within a
complex and changing environment, this librarian coordinates
and/or leads large library-wide project teams to identify, 
track and apply evolving computing trends and best practices 
in the digital library field.  Works closely with systems
administrators to develop and support applications.
 
Required: Masters degree in Library Science and/or
Information Science from an ALA-accredited program.
Minimum of three years post-graduate systems-related
hands-on experience in a library or comparable informa-
tion organization.  Experience administering servers 
running UNIX/LINUX or NT operating systems and
associated applications.  Expert knowledge of computer
hardware, software and network (TCP/IP) applications.
Knowledge of digital file formats (e.g. ASCII, pdf, gif, jpeg,
tiff) and database administration.  Demonstrated
experience managing technical staff and building 
collaborative professional relationships.  Strong customer
service orientation.  Communication skills.
 
For full job description see posting at:
http://www.unm.edu/~libadmin/jobpostings.htm
 
The Search Committee will begin screening applications 
after August 14, and will continue until the position is filled.
A complete application consists of a letter which expresses
interest in and qualifications for the position; a current resume;
the names, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail
addresses of at least three references whom we have 
permission to contact; and the URL or other documentation
for a project for which you have made a significant 
contribution.  Please describe your level of participation in
the application letter.  Applications should be submitted to:
 
	  Virginia Seiser, Search Coordinator
	  Zimmerman Library
	  University of New Mexico
	  Albuquerque, NM 87131-1466
 
 The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity/
 Affirmative Action Employer/Educator.