California State Polytechnic University, Pomona’s University Library is currently accepting candidates for the position of Digital Initiatives Librarian
Rank: Senior Assistant/Associate Librarian (tenure track) Starting Salary range: from a minimum of $57,084 for 12 months. See salary schedule: http://tinyurl.com/salaryschedule . Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Relocation funds may be available.
We will be participating in the ALA Job Placement Open House at the ALA Midwinter meeting in Dallas, Texas.
The Position
The California State Polytechnic University, Pomona University Library is seeking a dynamic and innovative librarian to play a leadership role in planning, implementing, and supporting digital collections and services. This person will provide vision and direction for all aspects of the Library's website and will work collaboratively with library staff and others to design, develop, and provide ongoing maintenance for the library’s digital resources and digital collections. This librarian will also provide training and perform outreach to the campus community regarding the library’s digital initiatives. Additionally, s/he will lead the ongoing investigation into new technologies that support and enhance library collections and services. The Digital Initiatives Librarian reports to the Dean of the Library. Applicants whose work incorporates a global perspective and a demonstrated commitment to diversity in higher education are particularly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities:
• Provide leadership in the development and management of digital resources and collections
• Provide leadership in the management of the Systems department.
• In collaboration with other library staff , maintain and enhance the library’s web presence and various electronic services
• Engage in significant outreach activities designed to heighten campus awareness of Open Access principles, author rights, copyright, and other important trends and issues in the growing field of digital scholarly communication
• Coordinate and implement various digital projects on campus
• Initiate and promote scholarly communication/publishing initiatives
• Coordinate training and implementation for digitization and associated standards
• Maintain awareness and develop in-depth knowledge of new technology, relevant national standards, and best practices related to digitization and online scholarship
• Participate in reference and collection management services
• Perform related duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements
• Master of Library or Information Science from an ALA -accredited institution or equivalent
• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Knowledge of open source software applications and open access principles and practices
• Knowledge and understanding of best practices, standards, issues and trends relating to digital initiatives in the library environment
• Experience with the concepts and applications used in organizing and presenting digital information
• Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, and implement effective digital projects
• Awareness of institutional repository issues and software requirements.
• Demonstrated knowledge of web design, social networking, and graphic design programs
• Ability to learn and teach new technologies quickly
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a culturally diverse and rapidly evolving environment
• Evidence of commitment to professional growth and development
• Excellent communication skills
Preferred/Desired Qualifications
• Academic library experience
• Experience with project management
• Background in computer science or related field
• Knowledge of metadata standards, such as Dublin Core, MARC, METS, and MODS
• Experience programming in a scripting language such as PHP and JavaScript.
Application Procedure
HOW TO APPLY: Letters of inquiry or requests for application materials should be directed as follows.
E-Mail: libofc@csupomona.edu
US Mail: Chair, Digital Initiatives Librarian Search Committee
c/o University Library Office
Cal Poly Pomona
3801 West Temple Avenue
Pomona, CA 91768
Phone: (909) 869-3968 FAX: (909) 869-6922
Application form for academic employment is also available at http://www.csupomona.edu/~library/about/employment.html
A completed application form is required of all persons wishing to be considered for this position. Send completed application form, resume, names, addresses, and telephone numbers of five professional references, and a letter of application addressing qualifications. Materials submitted by the candidate will be available for examination by all tenured and probationary librarians.
INTERVIEWS: An on-campus interview and presentation is required for finalists as well as official transcripts of all degrees earned.
CLOSING DATE: This position is open until filled. First consideration will be given to applications postmarked by March 2, 2012. Early response is encouraged.
BENEFITS:
Cal Poly Pomona Librarians enjoy faculty status and benefit from numerous services and programs offered though our Faculty Center for Professional Development and the Division of Instructional and Information Technology, including opportunities for training and professional development funding. The position offers a competitive compensation package that includes choices of medical, dental, and vision plans, a variety of other insurance benefits, and an excellent retirement program.
About the University
Cal Poly Pomona is a comprehensive public university that is widely recognized for its polytechnic mission and learn-by-doing philosophy. One of the 23 campuses of the California State University, it is consistently ranked as one of the best public universities in the West.
Cal Poly Pomona currently enrolls 20,500 students (with approximately 70% representing diverse ethnic groups) and employs approximately 1,020 faculty members. The University is committed to diversifying its faculty and staff to better serve its multicultural student body, and has made educational equity one of its highest priorities. Through its seven colleges and The Collins School of Hospitality Management, the university offers 66 undergraduate majors and 23 master’s degree programs, in addition to a doctorate in education offered jointly with the University of California, Irvine.
Cal Poly Pomona is noted for its beautiful and historic 1,400-acre campus, once the Arabian horse ranch of cereal magnate W. K. Kellogg. It is located about 25 miles east of downtown Los Angeles in one of the most dynamic economic and cultural regions in the country. Additional information is available at the university’s Web site: http://www.csupomona.edu.
About the Department
The University Library has a strong commitment to the use of emerging information technologies. Services for users and more information about the Library can be found at: http://www.csupomona.edu/library.
Equal Opportunity Employer
California State Polytechnic University Pomona is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. The University seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the people of California, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives and ways of knowing and learning. Cal Poly Pomona subscribes to all state and federal regulations and prohibits discrimination based on gender, race, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, age, religion, or veteran status. The University hires individuals that have proof of eligibility to work in the United States. As required by the Clery Disclosure Act, the university’s annual security report is available at http://dsa.csupomona.edu/police/securityreport.asp.
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Emma C. Gibson
Department Chair/Head of University Library Public Services
email: ecgibson@csupomona.edu phone: 909-869-4351
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
University Library
3801 W. Temple Ave.
Pomona, CA 91768
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