Job Announcement, University of California Santa Barbara

[Andrea Duda]

		ASSOCIATE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN, INFORMATION
                    TECHNOLOGY AND TECHNICAL SERVICES

The University of California, Santa Barbara, one of the nine campuses of
the University of California system, invites applications and nominations
for an Associate University Librarian, Information Technology and
Technical Services.

The AUL reports to the University Librarian and serves as member of the
Library Administrative Group.  Has line responsibility and provides
leadership and management for the planning, development, implementation
and assessment of the university libraries information systems and
technical services departments.

The AUL will head the library systems operations and will have direct
responsibility for overseeing the online integrated system (currently
installing the ExLibris Aleph system), local area network (450 public and
staff workstations), desktop applications, library's web site, digital
library initiatives, hardware and software installation, operation, and
maintenance and all library related telecommunication services.  The
incumbent will also provide leadership and management for the technical
services departments including acquisitions, cataloging, database
maintenance, preservation, and serials management.  H/she will direct the
development, implementation, and evaluation of innovative tools, methods,
and strategies for use in acquiring, cataloging, and processing
materials.  Works with managers and supervisors to establish goals, sets
priorities, and is responsible for the overall planning, resource
allocation and administration of the technical services division.  The
combined technical services departments and the systems operations include
approximately 60 FTE and a host of student and limited appointment
employees.

MLS from an ALA accredited program.  Record of responsible leadership and
management experience in information technology and/or technical
services.  Knowledge of one or more areas of technical services
(cataloging, acquisitions, serials). Successful supervisory experience in
a complex environment as well as demonstrated decision making, problem
solving ability, and planning skills.  Demonstrated knowledge, experience
and management of networked environments, integrated library systems, web
architecture, hardware and software applications, servers, and
telecommunication systems.  Strong user centered approach to technical
services and information technology.  Excellent oral, written, and
interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate
technical information clearly and effectively.  Ability to work in a team
environment.  A demonstrated commitment and sensitivity to diversity in
the workplace.

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.  Consideration of
applications begins August 1, 2001 and continue until the position is
filled.  Send resume, and names and addresses of three references
to:  Detrice Bankhead, Associate University Librarian, Human Resources,
Davidson Library, University of California, Santa Barbara, CA 93106.
Complete job announcement available
at: http://www.library.ucsb.edu/depts/lpo/

The University of California is an AA/EOE committed to diversity in the
workplace and invites applications from candidates who can contribute in
this area.