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Date:         Thu, 10 Sep 1992 08:09:57 EDT
From:         Erica Lilly <ELILLY@MIAMIU.BITNET>
Subject:      Position Available - User Education Coordinator

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                   USER EDUCATION COORDINATOR

                   Miami University Libraries
                           Oxford, OH


                  Salary:  $24,000, negotiable



     An exciting opportunity to develop a comprehensive
library instruction program with an emphasis on electronic
library services is available at Miami University Libraries,
which serve the information needs of Miami University, a
selective institution located in Oxford, Ohio, 35 miles north
of Cincinnati.  In a move to develop proactive electronic
instruction, a new position was created to coordinate this
vital area.  The Libraries have an integrated Innovative
Interfaces system in place which will be the foundation of
OhioLINK, a planned statewide information system designed to
link nineteen academic institutions in Ohio.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

     Reporting to the Assistant University Librarian for
Information and Research, the User Education Coordinator
will develop a comprehensive instruction plan and electronic
training sessions covering such topics as how to use the
Internet, LEXIS/NEXIS, and FirstSearch, as well as advanced
searching techniques for SHERLOCK, Miami's online catalog.
The incumbent will also be responsible for designing credit
and non-credit workshops and for developing a credit course
in information use.  The librarian will work closely with
all staff in a mutually beneficial manner for assistance and
training in relevant areas.  In addition, the incumbent will
work with the Library Instruction Committee to discuss trends
in bibliographic instruction as well as goals for the
instruction program.


REQUIREMENTS:

     An ALA-accredited M.L.S. degree; broad-based knowledge
of academic/research library operations and services;
substantial knowledge of or experience with available
electronic resources; effective training skills,
demonstrated analytical, organizational, and planning
skills; strong oral and written communication skills;
ability to work effectively, independently, and
cooperatively with all elements of a highly diverse
academic community.

HIGHLY DESIRABLE:

     Substantial technical computer experience.


     The Miami University Libraries contain over 1.5 million
volumes, have an extensive collection of government documents
and microforms, and subscribe to over 10,000 serials.  They
serve 850 teaching and research faculty, 16,000
undergraduates, and 1,000 graduate students.  The Libraries
have 32 professional librarians and 55 support staff and
belong to OCLC and CRL.  Benefits include Blue Cross/
Blue Shield, major medical, disability, dental and term life
insurances all paid by the University.  Public employees
retirement system.  Minimum salary $24,000, negotiable
depending on experience and qualifications.  Submit letter of
application, resume, and names, telephone numbers, and
addresses of three professional references to:

Judith A. Sessions
Dean and University Librarian
King Library
Miami University
Oxford, OH  45056


     Applications received by September 20, 1992 will
receive first consideration, but applications will
continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
Miami University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.





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