[Access-ip] Job Posting @ UConn

[Barbara Oakley]

University Librarian II (UCP VII)
CiRCA Team Leader
University of Connecticut Libraries

 

The University of Connecticut Libraries seeks applicants for the
position of CiRCA Team Leader/University Librarian II (UCP 7).  The
CiRCA Team Leader reports to the Director of Access Services.  The
incumbent is responsible for leading and supervising the CiRCA Team
(composed of Circulation, the information desk (iDesk), Reserves, and
Collections Access) in the development, coordination, and delivery of
services that facilitate user access to information resources via
traditional library systems and Web-based applications.  The Team Leader
coordinates scheduling and training of staff at the Library's iDesk and
covers this desk 5-7 hours a week, assisting customers with circulation
and reserve transactions and providing a range of information services.
The incumbent is a member of the University Libraries' Access Services
Development Team and may serve as a member of the Library Liaison
Program.  Evening and/or weekend hours will be required, up to 2 days
per week.  Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:  A graduate degree in Library or Information
Science from a program accredited by the American Library Association;
minimum of three years supervisory experience; excellent organizational
skills; demonstrated knowledge of U.S. Copyright Law and how it relates
to library functions and users; ability to work effectively with library
users; excellent communication skills; familiarity with the Microsoft
Office suite of products or a similar software application; evidence of
participation in professional development activities.

Preferred Qualifications:  Demonstrated Web authoring and editing
skills; demonstrated ability to query databases, perform statistical
analysis and use results to effect change in operations; experience with
the Endeavor Voyager Integrated Library System; experience with course
management software, preferably Vista; previous experience in an
academic library; previous experience in either Circulation or Reserves;
demonstrated ability to facilitate change; previous experience in a
library consortia environment; demonstrated ability to work successfully
in a team-based environment; previous training in team leadership.

University Libraries: The University of Connecticut Libraries, members
of the Association of Research Libraries, the Boston Library Consortium,
and the Center for Research Libraries is a technologically advanced
library and the exciting center of intellectual life on campus. The
Libraries is organized in a team-based structure to engage more fully
its ongoing strategic programs. These include: developing strong
partnerships with academic departments and key organizations on campus;
shaping user services through data collection and user feedback;
providing desktop access to full-text, current awareness, and database
information resources system-wide; and building and preserving research
collections of excellence. This dynamic organization offers creative,
motivated, and service-oriented individuals exceptional opportunities
for growth and learning. 

Compensation: The anticipated hiring salary for this position is
$56,000-$61,000.  University benefits include 22 paid vacation
days/year, 12 paid State holidays, health and retirement plans, and
tuition reimbursement.

Application Procedure:  Submit a letter of application, resume and the
names, address, and telephone numbers of three professional references
to: Barbara Oakley, Interim Assistant Vice Provost for University
Libraries, University of Connecticut Libraries, 369 Fairfield Way, Unit
2005A, Storrs, CT 06269-2005 (Search # 2008252).  Screening will begin
immediately and continue the position is filled.  For more information
about the University of Connecticut, the University Libraries or for a
complete position description, please visit our web page at
http://www.lib.uconn.edu/about/recruitment.  (Search # 2008252)

 

 

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Barbara Oakley

Director for Library Access Services and

Interim Assistant Vice Provost for University Libraries

University of Connecticut

Homer Babbidge Library

369 Fairfield Way

Suite 2005C

Storrs, CT 06269

(860) 486-3990

(860) 486-5636

barbara.oakley at uconn.edu <mailto:barbara.oakley at uconn.edu> 

 

"It is not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most
intelligent,

but the ones most responsive to change." Charles Darwin

 

 

 

 

 

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