Technical Services Librarian
The Oregon Institute of Technology Library invites applications for a
faculty position to lead the Technical Services Department and be
actively involved within the Library and University communities. The
department includes acquisitions, serials, cataloging catalog
maintenance, and metadata creation. This position plays a key role in
the continuing development of the Klamath Waters Digital Library
(http://klamathwaterlib.oit.edu/)
The OIT Library serves the Klamath Falls campus of over 3000 students,
as well as branch campuses in Portland and distance learning programs.
The Library is a member of the Orbis Cascade Alliance. Librarians at OIT
are hired with academic rank on 12 month appointments. Service to the
profession and professional development are valued and supported by the
institution. The Library seeks committed and enthusiastic professionals
who thrive on working collaboratively in a collegial atmosphere.
Essential Functions:
* Provide leadership in the management of the Technical Services
Department: developing department goals, policies and workflows; setting
priorities; assigning tasks; tracking progress and outcomes achievement;
and fostering staff development
* Supervise 2.25 library technicians who have primary
responsibilities in serials, acquisitions, copy cataloging, database
maintenance and other technical services activities (binding, mending,
etc.)
* Provide expertise and leadership in the analysis and planning in
support of the adoption, use, and management of metadata schema,
strategies and tools
* Perform original cataloging of digital objects, print materials
and other items
Other Responsibilities:
* Serve as liaison to assigned academic departments
* Provide reference assistance and instruction
* Serve on library, university and consortium committees
Requirements:
* ALA accredited master's degree in Library/Information
Science or equivalent
* Two years relevant professional cataloging experience in
an academic library or equivalent experience
* Knowledge of cataloging principles and experience with
AACR2, MARC , LC and metadata formats; knowledge of metadata/markup
languages and experience in cataloging digital objects
* Knowledge of current and emerging trends in academic library
services/resources
* Experience with an integrated library system, preferably
Innovative Interfaces
* Strong organizational, communication, and
problem-solving skills
* Ability to learn new skills quickly and to manage a variety of
tasks and shifting priorities
* Demonstrated leadership abilities, including
supervisory/management experience
* Ability to collaborate with staff at all levels and to work
effectively in a collegial environment
Preferred:
* Experience with digital library management software, preferably
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* Experience developing and implementing effective work routines
and procedures.
* Experience with PromptCat and MARCive
* Experience teaching information literacy
* Experience providing reference services.
Salary commensurate with experience with a minimum salary in the mid
$40,000 range. The Oregon University System offers a complete benefits
package and low tuition rates for employees or their dependents for
continuing education anywhere in the Oregon University System.
Review of applications will begin March 20, 2006 and continue until
filled. To apply, submit a letter of application, resume, and names,
addresses and phone numbers of at least three professional references to
Office of Human Resources # 06-66608, Oregon Institute of Technology,
3201 Campus Drive, Klamath Falls, OR 97601. Application materials can
also be e-mailed to oithr@oit.edu <mailto:oithr@oit.edu> , or faxed
541-885-1115.
For further information, contact Karen Kunz, Search Chair, at
541-885-1769 or by e-mail at karen.kunz@oit.edu.
http://www.oit.edu/Default.aspx?DN=22783,4566,18,4,1,Documents
OIT is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/ADA employer.
Shirley(Hsiu-Ling) Lin
Technical Services Supervisor/Serials Manager
Oregon Institute of Technology Library
3201 Campus Dr.
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
hsiuling.lin@oit.edu
Tel: 541-885-1780
Fax:541-885-1777
