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Date: Wed, 21 Oct 1998 15:22:23 -0400
From: Bob Persing <persing@POBOX.UPENN.EDU>
Subject: Job posting -- University of Pennsylvania Library

UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA LIBRARY
NOTICE OF PROFESSIONAL VACANCY
ELECTRONIC RESOURCES  AND ACQUISITION SERVICES COORDINATOR

Reports to the Director of the Patricia and Bernard Goldstein
Information Processing Center.

CONTEXT: The acquisitions function is an essential component of a
redesigned and renamed (to) Information Processing Center. Changes in
the publishing marketplace as well as in the vendor community serving
library acquisitions has provided the impetus for a fundamental
rethinking of how libraries provide for the information needs of their
users. Housed in new state-of-the-art quarters and using Endeavor�s
Voyager information system the IPC is well-positioned for the future.

DESCRIPTION: Working collaboratively with the other members of the
Goldstein Information Processing Center, particularly with the Head of
Serials and the Head of Monographic Acquisitions, is responsible for
providing coordinated support services for the acquisition of library
material, including material in electronic form, and the receipt and
processing of government documents.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supports the broad range of acquisitions services offered by the
Goldstein Information Processing Center. Particular responsibility for
the following areas:

Electronic Resources: works collaboratively with and in support of staff
in acquisitions, collection development, public services and cataloging
in the ongoing development of  goals and strategies to acquire and
manage electronic information. In consultation with the Director for
Collection Development maintains license agreements and coordinates the
ordering and renewal of electronic resources. Collaborates with heads of
cataloging units to ensure public access and record maintenance.
Maintains a central repository of information on licenses and other
information regarding the acquisition of digital information. Keeps
current with developments and emerging trends in the acquisitions of
electronic resources and works closely with library staff on related
issues.

Government Documents: working closely with collection development,
cataloging
reference staff, coordinates and supports the acquisition, cataloging
and handling of government documents (including U.S.government, European
Union, etc.) in various formats. Acts as library�s representative with
appropriate governmental agencies

Stewardship: serves as the direct contact for Library Development staff
and acquisitions coordinator in support of a very active development
program to increase the number of  endowed funds for library materials
and to ensure stewardship of those funds.

Serves as back-up to the Head of Serials and Head of Monographic
Acquisitions when necessary.

May supervise professional and/or non-professional staff

QUALIFICATIONS: ALA-accredited MLS degree or equivalent in theory or
practice. Experience in library acquisitions or the publishing
industry.  Knowledge of trends in electronic resources and issues
related to providing access to electronic resources preferred. Effective
communication skills and the ability to function in a rapidly changing
processing environment. Must be able to work in a collaborative and
supportive manner with staff from various constituencies within the Penn
Libraries.

Rank: Appointment as a Librarian B/C depending on qualifications and
years of experience.

TO APPLY:  Submit a cover letter, resume and names of three references
to: Ms. Elisa DeNofio, Library Human Resources, University of
Pennsylvania, 3420 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6206.
Applications received by October 31, 1998 will receive 1st
consideration. EO/AA EMPLOYER.