[Web4lib] Cornell University Library Vacancy

[Michele Hegedus]

The following position is available at Cornell University Library:

Director of Library Communications

Located in the Finger Lakes region of New York State, Cornell University is 
committed to creating a more diverse and inclusive campus in which to work, 
study, teach and serve.

The Director of Library Communications leads the development and execution 
of communication strategies to promote the mission, goals, priorities, and 
accomplishments of Cornell University Library (CUL), and to enhance the 
visibility of CUL to internal and external audiences. Library 
Communications primarily serves the communications needs of the University 
Librarian and her administration, and helps coordinate the communications 
needs of all other unit libraries and programs, including Library 
Development, and the Division of Rare and Manuscript Collections.

The Director reports to the University Librarian and manages a 
communication team of approximately 3 FTE.  The Communications team 
includes a publications and graphic design manager, an events manager, an 
administrative manager, a staff writer and a web designer.  Most staff are 
part-time.  The Director is responsible for planning and providing 
oversight of library events including the Rudin Lecture series, the Fuerst 
Awards, the Book Collection Contest reception, the A.D. White Lecture 
Series and all other University Library-supported events. The Director 
works with the Library Communications team to identify and promote 
newsworthy accomplishments via various media outlets, and to produce a 
variety of internal and external publications including newsletters, press 
releases, annual reports, brochures, and other communications and marketing 
materials as needed.  Library Communications is responsible for the 
library's internal staff website (StaffWeb).

Qualifications:  Bachelors degree in communications, journalism, public 
affairs, marketing or related field with three to five years related 
experience or equivalent combination. Must have strong oral, written and 
interpersonal communication skills. Must be a self-directed strategic 
thinker.  Evidence of successful managerial/supervisory experience, and 
strong organizational and project management skills, in an environment 
where multiple projects are managed simultaneously.  Demonstrated ability 
to communicate effectively to a variety of diverse audiences.

Preferred:  Graduate degree in related area preferred.  Five to seven years 
related experience, preferably in academic libraries or in higher education 
with experience in public relations, communications, journalism, public 
affairs, or related fields.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Cornell University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and 
employer.

Application: Applications requested by June 9, 2006. Review of applications 
will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. 
Salary and rank will be dependent upon qualifications and experience. To 
apply visit 
<http://www.ohr.cornell.edu/jobs/>http://www.ohr.cornell.edu/jobs/, search 
under the job category of Librarians, and select posting number 05421. 
Follow the instructions for online submission including a cover letter, 
resume, and the names and contact information for three references.

For further information you can contact Susan Markowitz, Director of 
Library Human Resources, 201 Olin Library, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 
14853-5301.

Cornell University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer 
strongly committed to diversity.  We value qualified candidates who can 
bring to our community a variety of backgrounds and experiences.

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Michele Hegedus
Library Administration
201 Olin Library
(607) 255-5181
(607) 255-6788 Fax