Tuesday, June 14, 2016
Head of Access Services - Southern Connecticut State University
Head of Access Services - Southern Connecticut State University. Department: Library Services. Rank: Assistant Librarian. Brief
Description of Duties/Responsibilities: The Access Services Division
Head plans, organizes, and directs access services operations –
circulation, reserves, interlibrary loan, document delivery, stacks
management, and consortial resource sharing. Assist with the
implementation of the ExLibris integrated library system and oversee the
Access Services module of the ILS. Responsible for setting goals and
planning for their implementation and assessment, evaluating new
services and technologies, personnel management, and budgeting for the
division. Responsible for the overall progress and quality of support
offered by the units in the division, for providing leadership in the
units’ continued development, and contributing leadership to the
development as a whole. The Head of Access Services is a faculty
position and is expected to meet the standards for promotion and tenure.
Reports to the Director of Library Services. Required Qualifications:
ALA accredited MLS or equivalent. Minimum of five years of current
professional experience in an academic library. Minimum of two years of
supervisory experience. Strong supervisory skills are required.
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both oral and
written, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Knowledge of circulation, reserves, and interlibrary loan operations.
Knowledge of copyright and fair use as it applies to libraries.
Demonstrated commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
Preferred: Experience with library outreach, public relations and
fundraising initiatives. Broad base of technical knowledge of library
structure and organization. Basic reference experience. Familiarity with
academic learning management systems such as Blackboard. Liaison
experience in collection development for one or more academic
departments, providing subject-specific instruction, and creating
instructional materials. Application Process: Please e-mail Letter of
Interest, Resume, and three References including their names, phone
numbers, and e-mail addresses to: baumc1@southernct.edu,
Dr. Christina D. Baum, Director of Library Services, Southern
Connecticut State University. In order for your application to be given
full consideration, all materials must be received by July 5, 2016. Position will remain open until filled.
Location:
New Haven, CT, USA