[Web4lib] Assoc Dean of Library Services

[Harvey Melinda]

DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY SERVICES 
QUALIFICATIONS ♦ Master of Library Science (MLS) or equivalent degree from an American Libraries Association accredited graduate school with a minimum of 12 graduate semester hours in college librarianship courses required
♦ Five (5) years’ experience in a college library, high-level research library, or large public library required
♦ Three (3) years’ experience supervising library personnel required
♦ Evidence of participation in professional library organizations/activities required
♦ Ability to work as a team member
♦ Flexibility in adapting to change
♦ Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
♦ A commitment to the teaching-learning process of the community college and the open-door admission process
DUTIES ♦ Develops goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
♦ Supervises library functions, media services, and duplication services.
♦ Encourages understanding of and enthusiasm for the role of the library among faculty and students.
♦ Provides vision and direction for library services.
♦ Supervises and evaluates library personnel in circulation, cataloging, collection development, reference, bibliographic instruction, serials, outreach, duplication, and associated services.
♦ Manages budgetary and purchasing processes.
♦ Prepares and submits appropriate college reports and documents.
♦ Maintains a contractual relationship with Library Management Network (LMN), provider of the library automation system.
♦ Maintains cooperative working relationships with college faculty and staff.
♦ Maintains cooperative working relationships with area academic, public, and special libraries.
♦ Maintains a cooperative working relationship with the University of Alabama Graduate Center in Gadsden, Jacksonville State University, and other institutions as required.
♦ Works with the Dean of Instruction in determining the library budget, seeking input from the library faculty and staff.
♦ Supervises the acquisition and organization of adequate materials to support the curricular offerings of the College.
♦ Provides for the maintenance of library furnishings and equipment and recommends the purchase of new resources as needed.
♦ Recommends personnel for employment and trains and supervises the library faculty and staff.
♦ Acquaints the faculty with library holdings and use.
♦ Provides professional material to faculty.
♦ Complies with all policies of the State Board of Education, the Department of Postsecondary Education, and the College.
♦ Performs other duties as assigned by the President or designee.
PROJECTED STARTING DATE 
November 17, 2008
SALARY 
State Salary Schedule “C-2" - $63,431 - $94,863 (12 months) based on credentials and experienceAPPLICATION DEADLINE 
October 15, 2008 – 4:00 P.M.APPLICATION PROCEDURE ONLY COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGES WILL BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT.)  Complete package consists of (a) GSCC application, 
(b) current résumé, (c) copies of transcripts of all postsecondary education; and (d) three professional letters of reference.  Send to:
DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
GADSDEN STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
P. O. BOX 227
GADSDEN, AL 35902-0227
(256) 549-8236
NOTE Applicants must adhere to the College’s prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense.
GSCC is an equal opportunity employer.
It is the official policy of the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education, including postsecondary institutions under the control of the State Board of Education, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, handicap, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity or employment.
GSCC will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees.
The School reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.