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Job Opportunity: Librarian, Department Head of Technical Services:Lamar UniversityJob description:Librarian, Department Head of Technical Services
Position DetailsPosition InformationPosting Number: 2022115 Classification Title: 499427 Position Title: Librarian, Department Head of Technical Services FTE: FLSA: income: Commensurate Job Summary/Basic Function: About this function: The Librarian, Department Head of Technical Services, reporting to the Dean of the Library, is responsible for managing and developing the unit which acquires access to information resources in support of student learning and faculty research. The position is transformational as well as operational, using currently available techniques and technologies and employee skillsets to holistically provide users with quick, cost-effective/efficient access to the widest possible selection of information content on a consistent basis. Technical services encompass traditional acquisitions and cataloging/metadata functions, as well as interlibrary loan, document delivery, and methods for providing quick ordering and delivery of patron requested items. The department is also responsible for maintaining data in the library's library management system (LMS), which includes both catalog and acquisitions functions. This is a tenure track, 12-month faculty appointment. What You'll Do - Position Job responsibilities: » Strategic Planning and Development » Develop and implement plans for a 21st-century technical services department, an ?information brokerage,? that takes a holistic approach to connecting users to information resources. » Develop and monitor key performance indicators to assess the operation of the unit. » Management and Oversight » Provide oversight and management to departmental staff. » supervise and manage the library materials budget, coordinating with the Dean of the Library. » Reporting and Data Contribution » Prepare periodic and ad hoc reports as requested by the Dean of the Library. » Contribute data in support of accreditation efforts for the university as well as individual academic units. » Professional Development and Scholarship » Possess a record of scholarship, research, and professional service appropriate to appointment as a tenure-track faculty member. » Administrative tasks » Serve as a member of the library's administrative team. » Teaching and Faculty Responsibilities » May teach in the information literacy and library instruction programs as desired and/or needed. » Other tasks » Perform other tasks as assigned. Key Competencies: » Familiarity and facility in the use of Microsoft Office products, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. » expertise and practice in areas such as acquisitions, cataloging, or interlibrary loan. » capability to establish and maintain productive collaborative relationships with students, faculty, and staff. » Effective oral and written communications skills. » Record of achievement in maintaining and developing professional expertise and skills. » capability to respond effectively to changing needs and priorities showing initiative and flexibility. » capability to interact effectively and work collaboratively with a variety of colleagues. Who We Are: Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-located community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our skills is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve. advantages: » Health, dental & vision insurance » Life insurance » State of Texas Retirement plans » Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent. » Paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance - Lamar University Minimum Qualifications (Education & practice): » Master's degree in library or information science from an American Library Association accredited institution. » At least 3 years of practice working as a functional leader (acquisitions, cataloging, etc.) in an academic library technical services unit. practice as Head of Technical Services. » 3 - 5 years of managery practice. Preferred Qualifications (Education & practice): » An additional graduate degree in information science, a computer-related field, or business management. » Record of scholarship and service appropriate to a faculty function. Certification Required: Key Competencies: Physical Requirements: » Able to lift 25 pounds and be able to execute a variety of physical tasks including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing, and walking between buildings. Work Hours: Job Conditions: » Indoor office conditions » broad computers use EEO Statement: Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer Veteran's PListing reference: Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran candidates in conformity with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003. Security Sensitive Statement: This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Lamar Expectation of Quality: Employee will support the mission of Lamar by providing high quality, professional services, timely responses and solutions to customer requests. Essential Functions Posting Detail Information Open Date: 05/23/2024 Close Date: 08/23/2024 Special Instructions to candidates: Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting: https://jobs.lamar.edu/postings/14324 Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).» * Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in conformity with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, candidates must complete and email to jobs4vets@lamar.edu a Standard Form 15 located at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. candidates WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE. » Yes » No » * Do you have a master's degree in library or information science from an American Library Association accredited institution? » Yes » No » * Do you have at least 3 years of practice working as a functional leader (acquisitions, cataloging, etc.) in an academic library technical services unit? » YES » NO » * Do you have 3 - 5 years of managery practice? » YES » NO Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents» Resume » Cover Letter Optional Documents » Miscellaneous Skills:
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