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UNIX Systems Administrator , University of Pennsylvania Libraries
 Philadelphia, PA
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Chief Librarian and Executive Director/Academic Information Technology (AIT), Brooklyn College of The City University of New York
 Brooklyn , NY

DESCRIPTION:  Position available July 1, 2009  Reporting to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Chief Librarian will provide strategic direction and vision for the Library and AIT, encompassing both library services and services that promote effective teaching and learning with technology.  In collaboration with the Assistant Vice President for Information Technology, the Chief Librarian shares responsibility for the planning and implementation of IT services on campus.  In collaboration with the University Librarian and other CUNY library leaders, the Chief Librarian participates in the development of cooperative library services within CUNY and beyond.  The Chief Librarian serves as advocate and spokesperson for the Brooklyn College Library on campus, locally, statewide and nationwide. 

QUALIFICATIONS:  The successful candidate will qualify for appointment to the rank of Professor, i.e., will have an ALA-accredited MLS or MLIS and a master’s degree in a discipline; a doctorate is preferred.  The candidate will have a record of scholarly and professional achievement and ten or more years of progressively responsible library management experience, with five or more years in an academic or research library; will possess excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills; and will provide evidence of effective resource management and demonstrated knowledge of traditional library functions, emerging technologies, and trends in higher education and their impact on library services.  The successful candidate will have a proven ability to manage academic information technology services; five or more years of experience in such a capacity is highly desirable.  Also required are a commitment to service-oriented collaboration and outreach with multiple campus constituencies, experience with assessment and strategic planning in academe, and a strong record as a leader and a manager of professional staff, with a demonstrated commitment to diversity and building a diverse faculty and staff. Please send letter of application, curriculum vitae and a list of three references to: Assistant Vice President Michael T. Hewitt, Brooklyn College/CUNY, 2900 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11210. Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2008.  Brooklyn College is an AA/EO/ADA/IRCA Employer.

ENVIRONMENT:  Brooklyn College of the City University of New York (CUNY) seeks a creative and experienced Chief Librarian and Executive Director of Academic Information Technology (AIT) to direct the Brooklyn College Library.  The Chief Librarian will lead a faculty and staff of more than 100 persons serving approximately 16,000 graduate and undergraduate students and 500 full-time faculty, in a technologically sophisticated building which houses substantial physical and digital collections, the college archives, a new media center and academic computing services, including five computer classrooms and over 600 public use workstations. 

INSTRUCTIONS:  Please send letter of application, curriculum vitae and a list of three references to:  APPLY TO: Assistant Vice President Michael T. Hewitt, Brooklyn College/CUNY, 2900 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11210.

 Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2008 ___________________________________________________________________________________________

Director, Library , Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
New York, NY

DESCRIPTION:  Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC), established in 1884, is the world's oldest and largest private institution devoted to prevention, patient care, research and education in cancer. The MSKCC library supports the clinical, research and education programs within the Center (Memorial Hospital, Sloan-Kettering Institute and Gerstner Sloan-Kettering Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences). As the head of the MSKCC library, reporting to the Chief Information Officer, you will set the vision, develop an innovative information environment and enhance our specialized collection of electronic resources for the optimal use by the MSKCC community and our collaborative partners.

 In this visible role, you will collaboratively develop strategies for information management and delivery that will leverage the potential of new technologies, databases, the Internet, new forms of scholarly publishing and other resources for medical education and research. Specific duties will encompass utilizing knowledge management in education, clinical practice, research and community service to strategically manage a complex operation, oversee staff and collaborate with educational partners.  QUALIFICATIONS:  The successful candidate will possess an MLS from an ALA accredited program or equivalent and a minimum of five years progressive leadership experience in a library or information-related field. Demonstrated successes in redefining programs, exploiting information technology, implementing new services, and fostering strategic partnerships are essential. Superior oral, written and presentation skills are expected.

DESCRIPTION:  Syracuse University Library is seeking a Web Technical Professional who will work both independently and collaboratively to provide highly specialized expertise in the design, implementation, and evaluation of current and future web interfaces and technologies (Website, OPAC, Digital Collections, Federated Searching, Web 2.0, RSS Feeds, etc.) that provide user access to the Library's resources and services.  Organizes Web projects and manages direct and indirect resources related to those projects.  Collaborates and leads discussion with library staff, committees, groups, and departments regarding website and application interface functionality. Leads decision making on new software and technological solutions to Web presentation and delivery. Provides leadership on website policy and technical standards and adherence to those standards / policies. Develops a strategic direction for the Library Web environment and implements changes as necessary.  Creates a supportive, collaborative atmosphere and works with Library administration and management to establish task lists, policies and procedures, priorities, and timelines. Reports to the Associate University Librarian for Digital Programs and Systems.

Syracuse University offers an excellent benefit package that includes tuition, retirement, comprehensive health care plan, paid vacation, and the opportunity for continued professional development.  For a position description and online application instructions, go to www.sujobopps.com, (#024601).

Cover letter, resume and list of three professional references must be attached. Review of applications begins immediately and the search will remain open until the position is filled. Syracuse University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply Here: http://www.apply-for-job.net/c/jobclick.cfm?site=3352&job=4847923

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