Collection Development Librarian (Search extended) *************************************************************************************** SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY CARBONDALE LIBRARY AFFAIRS Title of Position: Collection Development Librarian Appointment: Assistant or Associate Professor, full-time, 12 month, continuing Available: October 1, 2006, or later Environment: The library services of Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC) are centralized in Morris Library. The Library holds more than 2.4 million volumes, 3.1 million microform units, over 12,500 current periodicals and serials, and a wide-range of electronic resources and databases. As the campus center for access to academic information and collaborative academic technology projects, the Library provides assistive services including reference, instructional and technical support, distance learning, geographic information systems (GIS), and multimedia courseware development. Morris Library is a member of the Association of Research Libraries and the Greater Western Library Alliance. Librarians at SIUC are faculty and are covered by collective bargaining. In January 2006, the Library will begin an extensive and complete renovation and expansion of Morris Library which represents the largest capital construction project in the history of the University. Additional information about SIUC and Library Affairs is available on the World Wide Web (http://www.lib.siu.edu). Responsibilities: Responsible for the selection of materials for the Library’s general materials accounts. Recommend allocation of acquisition budget for library materials, including consideration of factors such as inflation rates, foreign exchange rates, and level of research/teaching in various subject areas. Work with Acquisitions Librarian and Electronic Resources Librarian to ensure efficient and effective expenditure of library materials budget. Develop and maintain collection development policy. Maintain and enhance approval plans for purchase of monographic materials. Work with Library faculty to facilitate selection of appropriate materials for the collection. Serve as liaison to academic departments as needed. Oversee the selection of gift materials to be added to the Library’s collections. Represent the Library on appropriate state and regional committees that promote collaboration among libraries in purchasing and sharing library materials and other resources. Required Qualifications: • ALA accredited Master’s of Library Science. • For appointment at the Assistant Professor rank: minimum 3 years professional experience in collection development in an academic library. For appointment at the Associate Professor rank: minimum 5 years professional experience in collection development in an academic library with a clear record of innovation and improvement in collection development program and services. • Strong leadership skills and the ability to work both independently and collegially in a demanding and rapidly changing environment using well-developed analytical, organizational, management, and communication skills (oral and written). • For appointment at the Assistant Professor rank: interest and potential to meet established Library Affairs criteria for promotion and tenure, including professional service and published research. For appointment at the Associate Professor rank: a sustained record of peer-reviewed research and publications including a record of professional service at state, regional, or national levels. Preferred Qualifications: • Additional Masters in Humanities field. • Supervisory experience. • Experience working with other libraries in shared collection development. • Record of successful achievements in grant applications and awards. Salary: Competitive (Assistant Professor $50,000 minimum) (Associate Professor $55,000 minimum) Deadline for Application: July 14, 2006, or until filled Application: Submit a letter of application stating qualifications and background for this position, a resume, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses (if available) of three professional references. References may be contacted by Morris Library and asked to comment on your experience and qualifications for this position. All materials should be addressed to: Sherry Elders, Personnel Coordinator Library Affairs Mail Code 6632 Southern Illinois University Carbondale 605 Agriculture Drive Carbondale, IL 62901 Telephone: 618-453-1458; E-mail: apply@lib.siu.edu SIUC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer that strives to enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration. ----------------------------------------------------- Andrea Imre Electronic Resources Librarian Morris Library Mail Code 6632 Southern Illinois University Carbondale 605 Agriculture Drive Carbondale, IL 62901 Phone: (618) 453-4339 Email: aimre@lib.siu.edu
