System Librarian, Woodbury University Library
SYSTEMS LIBRARIAN
WOODBURY UNIVERSITY LIBRARY, BURBANK, CALIFORNIA
The position is available July 1, 2009. Applications received by February 6th will receive priority consideration.
Woodbury University invites applications for the position of Systems Librarian. The Systems Librarian holds a leadership role in the planning, development, and management of the Library’s technological infrastructure, electronic resources, and web presence in support of learning, teaching, and research. This is a full-time faculty position reporting to the Director of Library Services. Within a team environment, shared responsibilities include instruction in credit-bearing Information Literacy courses, reference, collection development, and outreach to faculty and students in assigned areas.
Required Qualifications: MLS, or equivalent degree, from an ALA-accredited program. Three years of library experience, preferably in an academic library. Experience with the administration of integrated library systems; knowledge of web design and usability principles; demonstrated ability to develop valid web pages. Commitment to the promotion of a culture of outstanding public service in a learner-centered environment; strong analytical and problem solving skills; excellent communication and supervisory skills. Interest in evolving information technologies, particularly as applied to discovery and access tools, and integrated library systems. Demonstrated ability to meet Woodbury University’s requirements for faculty contract renewal and promotion through excellence in librarianship, professional and scholarly activity, and university service.
Desired qualifications: Knowledge of SIRSI integrated library system; liaison experience with database vendors; cataloging experience. Experience in teaching credit-bearing courses; collection development experience or background in business, architecture, graphic design, or physical sciences. Experience in development and maintenance of digital repository systems.
Salary: Faculty rank and salary is commensurate with academic preparation and professional experience. Benefits include TIAA/CREF; life and health insurance; generous vacation and sick leave; and tuition assistance.
Institution: Founded in 1884, Woodbury University is an independent, coeducational, non-profit, nonsectarian, partially residential institution of 1,500 students accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The academic programs offer bachelor and master degrees from the Schools of Business and Architecture, and bachelor degrees from the School of Media, Culture & Design, and the Institute for Transdisciplinary Studies.
To Apply: The position is available July 1, 2009. Applications received by February 6th will receive priority consideration. Interested persons should send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to:
Human Resources Office
Woodbury University
7500 Glenoaks Blvd
Burbank, CA 91510-7567
Email: marta.carroll@woodbury.edu
Fax: (818) 767-7567
