JOB:Head of Library Information Technology

[Roy Tennant]

Forwarded by request of "Rebecca Neiswender" <rneiswen at iusb.edu>, 
please do not reply to me. Thanks,
Roy

>Date: Thu, 16 Nov 2000 14:26:12 -0500
>From: "Rebecca Neiswender" <rneiswen at iusb.edu>
>Subject: IT librarian job opening
>
>Head of Library Information Technology at Indiana University South 
>Bend. Primary responsibility for   leading the Library in planning 
>and developing all automation activities.  Works with other staff to 
>investigate, evaluate, and recommend appropriate library information 
>technology innovations.  Responsible for the implementation and 
>maintenance of electronic systems and local database programs; 
>supervises one part-time technician.  Provides training and 
>consultation in new technologies.  Serves as liaison with the campus 
>Office of Information Technologies and the IU Library Information 
>Technology Services in Bloomington and Indianapolis.  Will also 
>participate in providing general reference services approximately 7 
>hours/week plus serving in the weekend rotation (approximately one 
>day/month). Reports to the Director of Library Services.  Required: 
>ALA-MLS.  Demonstrated expertise in working with desktop computers, 
>networks, cd-rom LAN, the Internet, and other emerging technologies. 
>Ability to plan, organize, implement, and evaluate specific 
>projects.  Ability to work well as a team member and independently; 
>relates effectively with varied clientele.  Strong service 
>orientation and interest in library users' values and needs. 
>Knowledge of print and electronic reference sources.  Must possess 
>strong oral and written communication skills and a sense of humor. 
>Must be able to meet the responsibilities of a tenure track 
>appointment.  Preferred: degree or significant experience in 
>computer science or related field and relevant experience in an 
>academic library.  Twelve month appointment beginning no later than 
>July 1, 2001 will be at the Assistant Librarian rank.  Salary: 
>$33,500 - $40,000.  Review of applications will begin January 8 and 
>will continue until filled.  Send letter of application with resume 
>and letters from three current references to: Linda Fisher, Head of 
>Government Publications, Franklin D. Schurz Library, Indiana 
>University South Bend, P.O. Box 7111, South Bend, IN 46634 or to 
>Lfisher at iusb.edu    Fax: (219) 237-4472.  IUSB is committed to 
>employing quality faculty who will enhance the rich diversity of our 
>academic community.
>
>
>Becky Neiswender
>Business Operations Manager
>Franklin D. Schurz Library
>IUSB
>219 237-4404
>fax: 219 237-4472
>e-mail: rneiswen at iusb.edu