PERIODICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT HEAD

University Libraries at the University of Cincinnati is seeking a
dynamic leader for the head of its Periodical Services
Department.  It is a 12 month AAUP faculty (tenure-track)
position.  Salary is  dependent on one's qualifications, but the
minimum salary is $26,430.  Benefits include 22 vacation days,
sick leave, tuition remission for self and immediate family,
health care and a retirement plan.

ENVIRONMENT:  This position reports to the division head for
Access Services.  There are 6 other department heads that make up
the Access Services division team and there are 6 staff members
in the department.  University Libraries consists of 1 central
and 9 branch libraries and it has more than 7000 periodical
subscriptions.  The University of Cincinnati is an ARL
institution and the second largest academic institution in the
state of Ohio.  It also is a leading member of OhioLINK, a
dynamic statewide information access network.  The city of
Cincinnati has had the distinction of being rated the most
liveable city in the US.

DUTIES:  Plans and directs the activities of the department,
including public service, receiving, claiming, and binding
preparation.  Plans and monitors department workflow.
Responsible for supervision, including hiring, training and
evaluating department staff.  Prepares department budget and
participates in division planning.  Formulates and implements
periodical policies and procedures, including development of
services and budget preparation.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Required:  Master's degree in library science
from an ALA accredited program.  Three years library experience,
including successful supervisory experience, in a medium or large
academic or research library.  Experience with management of
periodical records in an integrated, online system, including
receiving and claiming activities.  Ability to communicate
clearly, both orally and in writing.  Strong interpersonal
skills.  Demonstrated ability to provide leadership in a rapidly
changing environment.  Preferred:  Reading knowledge of 1 modern
European language.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   Must be visually able to read a computer
screen.  Must be able to communicate in person.  Must be able to
operate a keyboard.

APPLYING:  Send a letter of application, resume, the names,
addresses and phone numbers of 3 references to Priscilla Neill,
AUL for Personnel, University of Cincinnati, P.O. Box 210033,
Cincinnati, Ohio 45221-0033 or FAX to (513) 556-0325.  DEADLINE:
Review of applications will begin April 10, 1995; but
applications will be accepted till position is filled.
THE UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE
ACTION EMPLOYER.