WesternMichigan UniversityLibraries
Librarian, Head of Technical Services

Western Michigan University (WMU)seeks an innovative and
service-oriented librarian, associate professor rank, to lead and
coordinate technical services. This librarian must possess the
knowledge and expertise necessary to provide access to our
collections and deliver services appropriate to WMU’s Carnegie
Classification designation "research university with high research
activity." The technical services unit uses the Voyager system,
OCLC, MARCIVE, SFX and Verde.
Responsibilities:The Head of Technical Services coordinates
acquisition, cataloging (including non-MARC metadata), processing,
binding and serial resources procedures; plans, directs, manages and
evaluates all technical services staff and operations. Contributes
expertise and leadership in the libraries’ digital and scholarly
communications initiatives.
Qualifications: Required: Degree from ALA accredited program in
library or information science; Evidence of 5+ years progressively
responsible administrative experience in Technical Services;
demonstrated leadership and management skills; strong information
technology skills; demonstrated ability to establish, monitor,
evaluate overall operations of Technical Services; experience with
integrated library systems and OCLC; applied knowledge of standards
and best practices for cataloging and metadata; monograph and
serials acquisition; experience with data reporting and analytical
problem-solving; effective oral and written communication skills;
ability to work independently and in collaboration with others;
evidence of research, scholarly and/or creative activity; continuing
commitment to professional development; and the ability to meet the
requirements of tenure and promotion; familiarity with new
practices, trends, developments, and standards in the Technical
Services field. Preferred: Experience at a large academic
library;experience with Voyager integrated library
system; experience in negotiating and managing vendor contracts;
reading knowledge of a foreign language; experience with XML and
metadata schema.

APPOINTMENT AND COMPENSATION: Full-time twelve months tenure-track
appointment. Faculty rank, status, privileges, and responsibilities.
Expected start date October 2008. Minimum: $59,125 for Associate
Professor plus generous benefits.  Salary commensurate with
qualifications and experience.

PROCEDURES: Letter, vita, and the names and phone numbers of 3
references should be sent online to:
http://www.wmich.edu/hr/careers-at-wmu.htm.  Applications should
be received by September 19, 2008.  Review will continue until the
position is filled.

WESTERNMICHIGAN UNIVERSITYAND THE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES: The
Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching has placed WMU
among the 76 public institutions in the nation designated as
research universities with high research activity. WMU is a dynamic
and growing University delivering high-quality undergraduate
instruction, having a strong graduate division and fostering
significant research with 29 doctoral programs and enrollment of
25,000 students, 20% at the graduate level.  Located less than three
hours from Chicago and Detroit, Kalamazoo offers rich cultural and
recreational activities and is situated in the fastest growing part
of the state. The University Libraries include Waldo Library, the
main library, and four branch libraries.  The library collections
include over 4.5 million items.

WMU IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER CONSISTENT
WITH APPLICABLE FEDERAL AND STATE LAW.  ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE
ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

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George Boston
Electronic Resources and Serials Librarian
Technical Services Department
Dwight B. Waldo Library, Room 148
Western Michigan University
1903 W. Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI  49008-5353
Tel: 269-387-5147 / Fax: 269-387-5193 / Email:
george.boston@wmich.edu
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