Technical Services Librarian, Northern California

[Raye Lynn Thomas]

SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY
FACULTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
University Library

Anticipated Permanent Full-Time Position (Tenure-Track)
Librarian ­ Technical Services


THE UNIVERSITY:  Sonoma State University is one of the 23 campuses of the
California State University. Located in the Sonoma County wine country, 48
miles north of San Francisco, the University has an enrollment of
approximately 7,600 students with 500 faculty. The University is organized
into six schools: Arts and Humanities, Business and Economics, Education,
Extended Education, Science and Technology, and Social Sciences. Within the
traditional structure is an interdisciplinary program of liberal studies.
The University offers bachelor's degrees in 42 fields and master's degrees
in 15.
    
THE LIBRARY:  Completed in 2000, the University Library in the Jean and
Charles Schulz Information Center is positioned as the cultural center of
campus and serves as a resource for the entire region.  The University
Library maintains a high profile on campus, hosting workshops, cultural
events and exhibitions.  Our Information Commons promotes a public computing
environment that encourages the integration of access to library resources
with software applications.

The Library has a regular and temporary staff of 40, including 9.5 FTE
library faculty, and approximately 40 student employees.  The collection
includes approximately 600,000 volumes, more than 1,000 active print
periodical subscriptions, over 15,000 online journals and databases, 1.5
million microforms, 75,000 government documents, and a growing collection of
audio and video sources and software.  The University Library is fully
networked, including wireless access; uses Innovative Interfaces as its
integrated library system; has an ASRS (automated storage and retrieval
system); and has a total annual budget of approximately $2.5 million.

For additional information, please visit the library web site at
http://libweb.sonoma.edu/

DUTIES OF THE POSITION:
The University Library in the Jean and Charles Schulz Information Center at
Sonoma State University seeks a motivated and progressive professional to
join a fast-paced and forward thinking technical services department. With
the Head of Technical Services, this person will share in management of the
department, develop responsive user-oriented cataloging policies and
procedures, and collaborate in establishing goals and priorities. Incumbent
will have the opportunity to develop skills in all areas of technical
services (acquisitions, cataloging, serials, processing, microforms,
preservation and binding), and implement new technology developments
including metadata and digital library initiatives.  Some evening and
weekend hours may be required.

Responsibilities may include:

Cataloging materials in all formats, including serials and electronic
resources, using OCLC and the INNOPAC/Millennium system, and applying
metadata where appropriate;
Coordinating database maintenance;
Coordinating acquisitions functions;
Training and directing the work of technical services staff;
Participating in the management of the Innovative Interfaces Millennium
system, including resolving hardware and software problems;
Documenting procedures and local practices consistent with service
expectations; 
Participating in collection development and faculty liaison
responsibilities; 
Representing the library on campus-wide committees and teams.

QUALIFICATIONS: To be recommended for appointment, the candidate must have:
 
Required: 
ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent;
Current awareness of new trends, standards, and emerging technologies in
cataloging and technical services, including those related to digital
libraries; 
Willingness to learn and apply emerging metadata standards such as Dublin
Core and EAD;  
Knowledge of AACR2, MARC, LCSH, LC classification, OCLC, CONSER standards
and integrated library systems;
Experience or knowledge in one or more of the following areas: acquisitions,
cataloging, and serials management;
Strong public service commitment and ability to work collegially;
Continuing commitment to professional development;
Ability to balance multiple responsibilities simultaneously;
Flexibility in response to changing circumstances in the academic
environment. 

The successful candidate will have excellent oral, written, analytical, and
interpersonal communication skills, including ability to document
procedures; a thorough understanding of how information is organized,
accessed, and used to support the mission of the university; and the ability
to work independently and flexibly in a team environment.

Desirable:  
One to two years' cataloging experience utilizing current cataloging rules
and MARC formats; 
Experience with Innovative Interfaces and OCLC;
Familiarity with HTML, SGML, XML, and emerging metadata standards, and their
application in libraries;
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively;
Knowledge of database design and management;
Strong computer and technology skills, including Web design, development,
and management; 
Knowledge of e-journal and e-book management;
Basic knowledge of programming/scripting languages such as PERL, HTML, XML,
C++, or MySQL; 
Familiarity with digital image and text creation, and digital production
using national standards.

To be recommended for tenure, the candidate must demonstrate satisfactory
performance in four areas:  teaching effectiveness; scholarship, research,
creative achievement and professional development; service to the
University; and public service and service to the community. Although tenure
may be granted at any time, contract provisions specify that "the normal
period of probation shall be a total of six (6) years of full-time
probationary service and credited service, if any.  Any deviation from the
normal six (6) year probationary period shall be the decision of the
President following his/her consideration of recommendations from the
department or equivalent unit and appropriate administrator(s).² Tenure is
required for promotion above the level of Associate Professor.

RANK and SALARY: :  Appointment will be at the rank of Senior Assistant
Librarian, salary range of $45,000- approximately $52,000, commensurate with
qualifications and experience.  Actual hiring salary within this range is
dependent upon educational preparation and experience.
    
APPLICATIONS: Review of applications will be conducted on December 2, 2002
for those applications postmarked by that date. If the position is not
filled from the initial applications, another review of applications will be
conducted for those applications postmarked by January 31, 2003 and March
15, 2003.

For electronic submissions: facultysearch at sonoma.edu
NOTE: attachments should be in Microsoft Word, Rich Text Format (RTF), or
Portable Document Format (PDF).

For submissions by mail:

Faculty Search, Office of the Provost
Sonoma State University
1801 E. Cotati Avenue
Rohnert Park, CA 94928

Please include two copies of your letter of application and your vita, with
one copy of your attachments, for applications mailed to this address.

Position #101970: PLEASE REFER TO THIS NUMBER ON ALL CORRESPONDENCE AND
INQUIRIES REGARDING THIS POSITION.

Questions concerning this position may be directed to:

Raye Lynn Thomas, Chair, Search Committee
University Library
E-mail: raye.lynn.thomas at sonoma.edu
Phone: 707.664.2951

NOTE: Sonoma State University hires only individuals lawfully authorized to
work in the United States. All offers of employment are contingent upon
presentation of documents demonstrating the appointee's identity and
eligibility to work, in accordance with the provisions of the Immigration
Reform and Control Act.
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Sonoma State University is an affirmative action/equal  opportunity employer
and has a strong commitment to the principle of diversity.  We seek a broad
spectrum of candidates including members of underrepresented groups.
Individuals with disabling conditions who require accommodation during the
recruitment process may contact the ADA Coordinator at 707/664-2227 or TDD
(using the California Relay Service) at 877/735-2929.


     
SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY
University Library
1801 East Cotati Avenue
Rohnert Park, CA 94928-3609