[Asis-l] Job Posting: Head of Automation and Technical Services

[Terri Summey]

Head of Automation & Technical Services

Emporia State University
University Libraries and Archives
Emporia, Kansas 66801

Emporia State University seeks an experienced and innovative individual
to administer and coordinate Computer Support and Technical Services
areas of the university library.  This position is responsible for
providing innovative and effective computer support services while
overseeing the technical services group.  This position reports to the
Dean of University Libraries and Archives and serves on the library's
administrative team.

RESPONSIBILITIES include:  Coordination of computer support services
and technical services activities which include leading the library web
development committee and managing the Innovative Interfaces Inc. server
and software; supervising the computer support and cataloging teams
which includes 3 support staff and student assistants; collection
development in assigned areas; assisting with reference service.  

QUALIFICATIONS:  (Required)  ALA accredited M.L.S.; minimum three
years'  library experience with library systems administration or
technical services in an automated environment; strong computing and
technology experience; knowledge of cataloging; effective oral and
written communication skills; excellent interpersonal and organizational
skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team; ability to
meet tenure requirements of teaching/performance of primary duties,
research, and service
(Preferred)  Successful supervisory experience; professional experience
in cataloging; experience with Innovative Interfaces Inc.; working with
outsourcing vendors.

SALARY AND RANK:  Position is a twelve month, tenure track appointment
at the rank of assistant professor or above with full benefit package.

Screening of applications begins September 13, 2004 and will continue
until position is filled.  Please send letter of inquiry, resume,
unofficial transcripts and the names of three references with addresses
and telephone numbers to:  Library Services Coordinator Search, William
Allen White Library, Emporia State University, Campus Box 4051, Emporia,
KS 66801.  For more information about the library go to
http://library.emporia.edu; questions to vanschaa at emporia.edu.

An AA/EOE institutions, Emporia State University encourages minorities
and women to apply.



Emporia State University is a comprehensive Regents university
primarily serving residents of Kansas by providing leadership in quality
instruction related scholarship and service.  A student-centered
institution, its central mission is to develop lifelong learning skills,
impart society's cultural heritage, and educate and prepare for both
the professions and advanced study.  Faculty, staff, and students
interact in a collegial atmosphere that fosters freedom of inquiry and
expression.  The university provides undergraduate educational
opportunities designed to meet the broad goals of a variety of programs
in art and sciences, business, education, and library and information
management.  Graduate programs serve needs and provide leadership within
the region, the state, and the Great Plains area.  Located in the heart
of the famous Bluestem Region of the Flint Hills (northeast quarter of
Kansas), Emporia has long been considered an outstanding location for a
university because of its proximity and easy access to the three major
metropolitan areas of Kansas.  The faculty of Emporia State University
consists of over 240 full time teaching faculty highly qualified in
their respective fields.  The student body numbering over 6000
represents nearly all of the counties of Kansas and well as 40 other
states and 49 foreign countries.




Terri Summey
Associate Professor
Head of Distance and Access Services
W. A. White Library
Emporia State University
1200 Commercial - Box 4051
Emporia KS 66801
summeyte at emporia.edu
(620)341-5058