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Job Announcement

Morehead State University, recognized as one of the top public universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report, is accepting applications for a full-time position as Director of Technical Services in the Camden-Carroll Library at the rank of Librarian II or higher.  Responsibilities: Provide leadership and vision for Camden-Carroll Library’s Technical Services division (Acquisitions, Cataloging, Serials, Interlibrary Loan, and Systems); serve as a member of the Library’s senior administrative group, reporting to the Dean of Library Services, and working closely with the directors of User Services and Instructional Services; exercise line responsibility for 4 librarians and 10.5 support staff within the division; provide direct oversight for the Acquisitions Department, including the materials budget, collection development and the liaison program. Camden-Carroll Library’s Technical Services division takes pride in its service-oriented environment, with a strong emphasis on practicality, speed, and innovation.  Librarians serve as liaison to one or more academic departments; engage in professional activities and service; serve on library, university, and statewide committees. Qualifications: ALA accredited MLS.  At least five years of recent full-time professional experience in technical services; supervisory experience; demonstrated skills in management reporting; ability to administer budgeting and collection development activities; extensive knowledge of standards, best practices, and trends; strong interpersonal, written, oral, and organizational skills; excellent planning skills; ability to work collegially and effectively to build consensus and facilitate change; ability to set priorities supporting University and Library mission and goals; evidence of professional activity; strong customer service commitment. Desired Qualifications: Experience with budget administration; management experience in an academic library; additional professional experience in technical services; additional advanced degree.   More information about the Library may be found at http://www.moreheadstate.edu/library/.  Review of applications will begin January 4, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled.  To apply, visit:  http://www.moreheadstate.edu/novushrapps to complete the MSU Application for Employment and to upload a letter of application, resume, and three references.   Files can be attached to your MSU Application for Employment after submitted by visiting the Applicant Home Page and clicking on “Manage Uploads.” Should you have questions about uploading documents, contact the Office of Human Resources at (606) 783-2097.  Morehead State University is an EO/AA educator and employer with a strong commitment to community engagement.                

Job Summary

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Mission Statement – Office of Human Resources

The Morehead State University Office of Human Resources mission is to provide a full range of personnel services for faculty, staff and external clients. These services shall include recruitment, employment, retention, wage and salary management, benefits administration, staff professional development and policy formulation and revision. Services will be performed with the goal of ensuring that the mutual needs of both the University and its employees are fully considered and met. All of these services are predicated on providing the best possible support for the betterment of Morehead State University, its faculty, staff and students.

Morehead State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and as such, ensures that all persons shall have equal employment opportunities regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age or veteran status in accordance with federal law. MSU also complies with applicable state and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. The University accepts an affirmative duty to reasonably accommodate otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities. It is University policy to safeguard and hold in confidence information provided by the applicant. The use of any such information will be limited to valid business, regulatory, or legal requirements.

MSU Application for Employment

INSTRUCTIONS: Please read carefully. Every item on this form must be answered to the best of your ability. Your qualifications will be carefully reviewed and you will be given thorough consideration for any suitable vacancy. Upon employment, this application will become part of your permanent record at Morehead State University. Keep this in mind as you complete it. Special Note: You are not required to supply any information that is prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Employees of Morehead State University and applicants for employment shall be afforded equal opportunity in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, religion, political affiliation, national origin, disability, marital status, gender, or age. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. You may request assistance in completing this application by calling the Office of Human Resources at (606) 783-2097. This is not a contract. Offers to hire are contingent upon authorization by the President and approval by the Affirmative Action Officer and Director of Human Resources. *indicates required field

MOREHEAD STATE UNIVERSITY
“A MOUNTAIN OF OPPORTUNITIES”

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Mykie Howard

Serials Librarian / Head, Serials & Gov. Documents

Morehead State University

Camden-Carroll Library

150 University Dr.

Morehead, KY  40351

my.howard@moreheadstate.edu

ph:606-783-5116

fax:606-783-5037