Date: Tue, 13 Nov 2001 15:52:55 -0600
From: "Arneson, Rosemary" <ArnesonR@MONTEVALLO.EDU>
Subject: Position Open:  University of Montevallo, AL

Technical Services Librarian

The University of Montevallo, Alabama's public liberal arts university,
seeks qualified applicants for the position of Technical Services Librarian
in Carmichael Library.

Responsibilities:  provides leadership to the Technical Services unit, which
includes cataloging, acquisitions, and serials.  Monitors and analyzes
vendor performance with outsourced services.  Maintains the library's
bibliographic database, including authority control, holdings, and hyperlink
information.  Monitors licensing agreements for electronic resources.
Participates in reference and public services, which involves some evening
and weekend hours.

Required Qualifications:  MLS from an ALA-accredited library school.

Desired Qualifications:  Experience in an academic library in at least one
technical services area.  Knowledge of MARC formats, metadata standards, LC
classification, and LCSH.  Experience with OCLC or other bibliographic
utility and with an integrated library system.  Ability to work collegially
in a rapidly changing environment.  Evidence of a user-centered perspective.

This is a full-time, 12-month position leading to tenure, with appointment
at the rank of Assistant Professor.  Salary range is mid-thirties with an
excellent benefits package.

General Information:   The University is a member of the Council of Public
Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), and offers baccalaureate and master's degree
programs with an emphasis on high quality education and innovative teaching.
Adjacent to Birmingham, in one of the nation's fastest growing counties,
Montevallo provides attractive living in a moderate climate with ready
access to metropolitan and recreational resources.

Application Information:  Submit a letter of application, resume,
transcript(s), and full contact information for three professional or
academic references to:

        Chair, Library Search Committee
        Carmichael Library
        Station 6100
        University of Montevallo
        Montevallo, AL  35115

For more information on the University and the Library, visit the
University's web site at <http://www.montevallo.edu/library>.