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Ohio University Libraries
Head of Acquisitions and Serials Control

The Ohio University Libraries invite applications and nominations for the
position of Head of Acquisitions and Serials Control.  The successful
applicant will lead a department of 6 FTE and student workers responsible
for the acquisition of materials in all formats.

The Ohio University Libraries belong to the Association of Research
Libraries (ARL) and enjoy the rich benefits of a stable materials budget of
approximately $5 million per year and membership in OhioLINK, the premier
statewide consortium.

The Ohio University Libraries are in the midst of an ambitious program of
innovation highlighted by a newly opened state-of-the-art Learning Commons
and a bolstered commitment to a continuing high level of service. The
Acquisitions and Serials Control department itself has embarked on a
comprehensive reorganization designed to take highest advantage of a
strong, dedicated staff integrated into a progressive library system.

The university resides in the beautiful foothills of the Appalachian
Mountain Range in rural Southeastern Ohio.  As the first university
established in the Northwest Territory, Ohio University celebrated its
bicentennial in 2004.  Under the leadership of new president Roderick
McDavis, the University has charted an ambitious course for academic
excellence and progressive social growth.  We have been recently ranked
46th in the U.S. News top 100 public universities.  Additional information
about Ohio University Libraries can be found at http://www.library.ohiou.edu/

Position Responsibilities
This position reports to the Assistant Dean for Technical Services with
responsibilities for:
o       Daily operations of a department performing ordering, receiving,
preliminary cataloging, serials check-in, and binding.
o       Establishing and implementing department policies and procedures,
and for setting priorities in collaboration with other units.
o       Supervision and development of Acquisitions staff.
o       Working with vendors and serving to ensure quality service.
o       Working closely with collection development librarians,  technical
services staff, and the library accounting unit responsible for payment of
monograph and serial invoices.
o       Participating on library committees and representing the libraries
at state, regional, and national levels.
o       Serving as subject bibliographer for at least one assigned academic
discipline with responsibility for collection development, library
instruction, promotion of library resources and individual research
consultation.

Qualifications
ALA accredited MLS or equivalent training or work experience; experience in
library acquisitions or related field, supervisory experience, excellent
communication, interpersonal skills; knowledge of U.S. and international
publishing industry.  Preference will be given to candidates with
significant acquisitions experience (2-3 years) in an academic or large
public library, and experience with Innovative Interfaces Inc. systems and
OCLC.

Employment Information
Salary is commensurate with experience. Negotiations start at $41,586. Ohio
University employees enjoy a liberal benefits package, including 22 days
annual vacation, generous insurance, and Ohio state employee or alternative
retirement.  Ohio University Libraries provide generous support for
professional involvement from the local to the international level.

Review of applications will begin March 4, 2005; applications received
prior to that date will receive highest consideration.  The position is
available immediately following completion of search.

TO APPLY: Send letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses,
telephone numbers, and email addresses of three current references to:
Eileen Theodore-Shusta, Human Resources Coordinator, 404 Alden Library,
Ohio University, Athens, OH 45701-2978 (telephone: 740-593-2989; FAX:
740-593-2708; email: theodore@ohio.edu).

Ohio University is committed to quality, diversity and equal opportunity.

Eileen Theodore-Shusta, PHR
Human Resources Coordinator
Ohio University Libraries
Athens OH  45701
theodore@ohio.edu
740-593-2989    (FAX) 740-593-2708

Ohio Library Support Staff Institute (OLSSI)
http://www.olssi.lib.oh.us/