TITLE: Head, Information Resources LOCATION: Health Sciences Libraries GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The University of Washington Health Sciences Libraries invites applications from leaders who can develop a dynamic information resources program rapidly transitioning to a digital environment. The current program includes a top-ranked on-site print collection, national leader in document delivery services, high volume photocopy and laser printing service, and one of the leaders in online resources. The position provides strategic leadership in copyright and intellectual property; development and endowment programs; information resources for faculty, staff and students distributed across three sites and five states; evaluation of current and prospective resources use; digital pilot programs and services; and policy and rate setting for document services. The position coordinates processing services and serves on the Information Resources Council as part of the University Libraries system, and is responsible for overall selection, licensure or purchase, online access, processing and budget for information resources of all types. The Head of Information Resources is a member of the Health Sciences Libraries Executive Committee and supervises a staff of 9 FTE librarian, graduate student and support staff. The position reports to the Deputy Director for the Health Sciences Libraries. The health sciences user community: top-ranked schools of Medicine, Public Health and Community Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Dentistry, and Social Work; top public university biomedical research program; and an academic medical center comprised of two medical centers and affiliated neighborhood clinics. The primary user population is almost 10,000. A nationally recognized regional education program distributes student training sites throughout Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana and Idaho. The HSL is composed of the Health Sciences Library and Information Center, the Social Work Library and the K.K. Sherwood Library at Harborview Medical Center. It serves as the regional library for the Pacific Northwest, National Network of Libraries of Medicine. It is a part of the University Libraries with a national reputation for information literacy. See http://healthlinks.washington.edu/hsl/. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Graduate degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association or an equivalent graduate library science/information studies degree required. 2. At least five years of significant information resources experience with at least two years in a leadership position required. 3. Experience in the provision of informational resources and delivery of digital services is essential. 4. Leadership accomplishments in development and delivery of innovative programs, setting strategic directions, and fostering partnerships is required. 5. Ability to lead a diverse staff in a rapidly changing, technology-intense environment; to work effectively and collaboratively in a complex organization; and to engender a flexible and supportive work environment are required. 6. Ability to make decisions with data and experience in evaluation of information diffusion is preferred. 7. Knowledge of current trends in resource licensing, copyright and intellectual property, and integration of resources in the sciences. 8. Must have a demonstrated record of successful professional service and the ability to represent the library on campus, regionally and nationally. SALARY: $ 47,000 minimum. Appointment salary to be commensurate with qualifications and background. BENEFITS: Librarians are academic personnel and participate in the University of Washington Retirement Plan (TIAA-CREF, The Vanguard Group, SAFECO Mutual Funds and/or Fidelity Investments) on a matching basis. Vacation is accrued at the rate of 24 working days per year; sick leave at the rate of 12 working days per year. Excellent medical, dental and life insurance plans. No state or local income tax. APPLY TO: Charles E. Chamberlin Deputy Director of Libraries University of Washington Libraries 482 Allen Library Box 352900 Seattle, Washington 98195-2900 Applicants should submit a letter of application, full resume including a work telephone number and email address, salary requirements, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of at least four references who are knowledgeable of the applicant's qualifications for this position. APPLICATION DEADLINE: To ensure consideration, applications should be received no later than 5:00 p.m., Friday, September 15, 2000. University of Washington Libraries' Home Page is: http://www.lib.washington.edu Health Sciences Libraries' Home Page is: http://healthlinks.washington.edu/hsl/ The University of Washington, an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, is building a culturally diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from female and minority candidates. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the University is required to verify and document the citizenship or employment authorization of each new employee.
