[Web4lib] Job Announcement: Digital Library Services Department Head

[Douglas Goans]

Digital Library Services Department Head - Georgia State University
Library
Job Announcement: http://www.library.gsu.edu/jobs/ 

Georgia State University Library seeks an enthusiastic, collegial,
service-oriented and dynamic head of Digital Library Services who will
provide leadership and management for information technologies, digital
initiatives, and web services. The Digital Library Services Department
Head, reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Learning and
Technology Initiatives, leads a department consisting of two library
faculty and three staff members and serves on the library administrative
team that provides overall direction for the library in fulfilling the
research, teaching, and service mission of the University.

The department works collaboratively with campus computing to install
and maintain networking, network security, and computer workstations in
the library including the new learning commons. The department fulfills
a support role by building and implementing various web applications and
tools library-wide. Additionally, the department is active in the
development of the campus portal and maintains a presence on the campus
I.T. committees and consortial (GALILEO) committees for I.T. and web
services. 

The department head sets direction for the Library*s information
technology environment and services through strategic planning, resource
allocation and management, assessment, and policy development.
Encourages creativity in digital and information technology initiatives
that respond to and anticipate user needs and ensures that the
library*s technology programs, services, and infrastructure are
responsive to the academic needs of the Georgia State community.

Responsibilities
Oversees the Libraries* technology infrastructure, I.T. support, web
services, and other information access and production technologies.
Provides leadership in the development of the library*s digital
infrastructure, and digital and information technology initiatives.
Works with Library faculty and staff to research and develop new and
innovative technologies and services. Identifies and reports on success
measures for library systems and web services. Manages effective
implementation of change. Maintains current awareness of digital library
technologies, developments, and effective practices. Supervises a
department currently consisting of two librarians and three staff.
Serves as liaison to the University*s Information Systems and
Technology organization, and identifies opportunities to maintain,
improve, and strengthen collaborations with campus computing and
consortial projects. Represents the library through participation in
local, regional, and national cooperative, outreach, and professional
activities; serves on University Committees and University System of
Georgia initiatives.

Requirements
ALA-accredited master*s degree. Minimum of three years of
increasingly responsible experience in management of information
technology in an academic library or university setting. Supervisory
experience. Knowledge of information technology trends and applications.
Familiarity with best practices, standards, and trends in the
application of technology in libraries. Demonstrated commitment
to user-centered service and knowledge of usability studies and
assessment methods. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
PREFERRED: Degree in computer science or other relevant field. Systems
analysis and design experience, including experience implementing
digital library initiatives. Successful project management experience.
Applied knowledge of network architectures and systems administration
for large complex systems, software applications, web development, and
content management systems.

Library and University Environment
The University Library houses over 1,440,000 volumes, subscribes to
more than 7,600 serials, and is a Federal Document Depository with more
than 770,000 government documents. Its growing Media Center has holdings
of approximately 21,000 audio, video, and multimedia materials. The
carefully selected collections are designed to serve varied research and
instructional needs at the undergraduate and graduate levels of the
university community. Library services are supported by the Endeavor
Voyager integrated library system. The University System of Georgia has
a statewide system known as GALILEO, providing equal access to
electronic resources and other materials for libraries throughout the
state. The University Library is a member of the Association of
Southeastern Research Libraries; the Southeastern Library Network
(SOLINET), and the Atlanta Regional Consortium for Higher Education,
consisting of fourteen academic and research libraries serving nineteen
institutions in the greater Atlanta metropolitan area.

Georgia State University (GSU) is a dynamic urban institution located
in downtown Atlanta with an enrollment of approximately 27,000 students.
The close relationship that exists between the university and its
surrounding business, government and cultural communities makes GSU
unique in the University System of Georgia and distinctive among
universities in the South.

Condition of Work and Benefits
Forty-hour workweek
Twenty-one days vacation
Twelve paid holidays
Twelve days sick leave
Faculty rank and status
Non-Tenure track
Retirement plans include: State Teachers Retirement Plan, TIAA-CREF and
VALIC
Group health and life insurance
Social Security
Optional pre-tax benefits
Support for research and professional activities 

Salary and Rank
$50,000-$70,000 for 12 months commensurate with the candidate*s
education and experience. Appointment at a faculty rank, on a contract
renewal basis.

Submit a cover letter addressing the above qualifications; resume;
name, address and phone number of three references, including immediate
supervisor. Review of materials will begin March 7, 2008 and continue
until the position is filled.

Send materials to:

Human Resources Coordinator
University Library
Georgia State University
100 Decatur Street, SE, Atlanta, GA 30303-3202 
(404) 413-2700
For more information please visit our web site at:
http://www.library.gsu.edu. Georgia State University is an equal
opportunity educational institution/affirmative action employer strongly
committed to cultural diversity.

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Doug Goans
Web Development Librarian
Georgia State University Library
100 Decatur St.
Atlanta. GA 30303
Tel: (404) 413 2772 
Fax: (404) 651-4315