POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS If you are dynamic, knowledgeable, energetic, innovative, service-oriented, and excited by the challenges facing today*s academic libraries, then the Texas A&M University Libraries is the place for you. We are seeking candidates with the attributes listed above for the positions listed below. All the positions are tenure track with faculty status and rank and require the ability to meet the requirements of a tenure-track appointment. Each position requires an ALA-accredited M.L.S. degree (or equivalent); excellent oral and written communication skills; a commitment to strong customer service within and outside libraries; excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills complemented by the ability to take initiative; the capability to work independently; demonstrated experience using library related information technologies; and commitment to work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds. Electronic Resources Librarian The Electronic Resources Librarian plans, manages, maintains, and evaluates the Libraries* electronic resources access systems and reviews and negotiates contract terms in collaboration with the Coordinator of Electronic Resources. This includes the management of our link resolver, federated search platform, electronic resources management system, and other associated systems. The Librarian will manage the setup and maintenance of access records for existing, new, and trial electronic resources, including updates to the systems* knowledge bases. The librarian will have primary responsibility for communications with other units of the Libraries regarding electronic resources access issues, including staff supporting Reference, Virtual Reference, Cataloging, and Systems. The librarian will also have responsibility for extracting, compiling, and analyzing use data and other statistics related to electronic resources. Desirable: Broad knowledge and understanding of issues concerning electronic resource management and access systems; experience in the use of data management software for extracting, compiling, and analyzing use and other data; and experience in reviewing and negotiating contract terms, and in working with vendors to set up and maintain access. Government Information Librarian The Government Information Librarian is responsible for the collection and administration of print and electronic local, state, federal and international government documents and related materials. The librarian will coordinate documents processing and will work with cataloging, subject specialist librarians, and web services staff to provide multiple points of access. The librarian will make recommendations regarding program changes in the areas of state, U.S., and international documents and will develop interpretive materials, including web-based guides that enhance access to and promote use of government information. The librarian will also provide reference and instruction in the use of the collections to both internal and external users. Desirable: One year experience working with U. S. government information in electronic formats; document cataloging and/or processing experience; and knowledge of historical and current trends in government print and electronic document cataloging, metadata, and access methods. Science and Engineering Librarian The Science and Engineering Librarian serves as the liaison to selected departments and programs within the Colleges of Science and/or Engineering. The librarian will develop and share subject expertise in assigned areas, working collaboratively with the Science and Engineering Group, and the heads of reference, instruction, liaison, and collection development services. The librarian will create and deliver a program of outreach services to include library promotion and needs assessment as well as reference and instruction in support of these areas as well as the general population of students, faculty, and staff. Using in depth knowledge of the libraries* subject collections in assigned areas, the librarian will develop the collection accordingly. Desirable: Degree in science, mathematics, engineering, or other technical field; minimum of one year work experience in a science or technical field or library; and knowledge of science/ engineering reference tools. Education and Social Sciences Librarian The Education and Social Sciences Librarian serves as the liaison to selected departments and programs within the Colleges of Liberal Arts and/or Education. The librarian will develop and share subject expertise in assigned areas, working collaboratively with the Humanities/Social Sciences/Area Studies Group, and the heads of reference, instruction, liaison, and collection development services. The librarian will create and deliver a program of outreach services to include library promotion and needs assessment as well as reference and instruction in support of these areas as well as the general population of students, faculty, and staff. Has in depth knowledge of the libraries subject collections in assigned areas, and develops the collection accordingly. Desirable: Undergraduate degree in social science or education or related discipline; experience or strong interest in teaching; and knowledge of education/social science reference tools. ENVIRONMENT: Texas A&M University Libraries is a member of Association of Research Libraries (ARL) and is the University's principal research and information center, providing 3.6 million volumes, 5.5 million microforms, 8,000 current print journal subscriptions, 35,000 electronic journal subscriptions, 300,000 electronic books, and over 600 databases. The University Libraries ranks 8th among ARL libraries in materials expenditures with an acquisition budget of $14.5m. There is a total staff of 273, including 84 librarians with faculty status. Librarians work in a sophisticated online environment utilizing Voyager, SFX, Metalib, and a full range of automated information retrieval services. Founded in 1876, Texas A&M University has an enrollment of over 44,000 students making it the fifth largest university in the nation. An integral part of the twin cities of Bryan and College Station, the University is situated less than two hours from Houston and Austin. The campus is only a few hours drive from the attractions and sources of recreation in the Texas Hill Country, the Piney Woods of East Texas, and the Texas Gulf Coast. Nearby are Houston's Johnson Space Center, Galveston's Moody Gardens and historic Strand district, Austin's vibrant music scene, San Antonio's River Walk, and many ways to experience the state's rich cultural heritage. See the New York Times Travel Escapes article on College Station at http://travel.nytimes.com/2006/09/22/travel/escapes/22Hours.html. With the traditional strengths of a land-grant institution, the university has set for itself an ambitious goal to be among the top public academic institutions in the nation by the year 2020. Part of this effort is broadening and strengthening the university*s programs in liberal arts. SALARY/BENEFITS/RANK: Faculty rank and salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience, but is not less than $42,000.00. Excellent benefits include choice of health plan options and paid life insurance; several retirement plans including TIAA-CREF; paid holidays and vacation; no state or local income tax. APPLICATION: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until positions are filled. Your letter of application should address the responsibilities, qualifications, and experiences listed for the position (s) for which you apply. Your letter, vita, and the names, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of three professional references* may be sent (1) via email to jkthorn@tamu.edu or (2) faxed to Joyce K. Thornton, 979-862-5161, or (3) mailed to Joyce K. Thornton, Head of Personnel, Texas A&M University Libraries, 5000 TAMU, College Station, TX 77843-5000. An Equal Opportunity Employer, TAMU Libraries is committed to employing quality faculty who will enhance the rich diversity of our academic community. In that regard, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who are representative of the state*s diversity. Applications will be screened based on the full position description located at the end of each announcement. For more information about the library, see http://library.tamu.edu, about the university, http://www.tamu.edu, and about the communities, http://www.bryan-collegestation.org. * The Search Committee will not contact references without contacting the candidate first and verifying permission.
