From: JMOLDWI@WAYNEST1.BITNET (Jennifer Moldwin)
Newsgroups: bit.listserv.medlib-l
Subject: Position Announcement - Michigan
Date: 15 Oct 92 16:56:36 GMT
Comments: Gated by NETNEWS@AUVM.AMERICAN.EDU

************************WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY**************************

LOCATION:                       Shiffman Medical Library

RANK:                           Assistant Library Director II

APPOINTMENT SALARY RANGE:       $39,000 - Minimum

POSITION AVAILABLE:             Immediately

    The Shiffman Medical Library at Wayne State University is seeking
applications for the position of Assistant Library Director II.

POSITION AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Management position in a divisional reserach library under the general
supervision of the Library Director of Shiffman Medical Library. The
position assists the Library Director in the overall operation of the
library. Directs the assigned operational activities, programs and
projects of a designated department to ensure compliance with established
policy and procedure and efficient operations. Evaluates current systems
and policies and makes recommendations as appropriate to improve existing
programs. Recommends, develops and implements new programs to improve the
unit and attain established goals and objectives. Acts as liason to other
University units and/or private and public sector organizations to promote
programs and gather understanding and support for the University and its
activities. Performs public relations and fund raising duties. Establishes
and maintains effective relationships with organizations sharing common
interests with Wayne State. Provides reports and information to
University officials and governmental or private sector organizations
regarding the activities of an assigned unit. Gathers, maintains and
prepares analysis and reports as requested. Supervises personnel activities
of assigned area. Hires, trains, assigns and evaluates work of clerical
support staff and makes recommendations concerning the professional personnel.
Performs fiscal and budgetary duties; monitors revenues and expenditures;
reviews and plans budgets and makes appropriate recommendations. Provides
reference services and database searching.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required: Master's degree from an ALA-accredited library school; second
Master's degree and/or doctorate in the sciences. Ability to communicate
effectively with others, including prepared written reports. Ability to deal
tactfully and professionally with students, faculty, staff, administration and
the public. Ability to set priorities and organize time and tasks. Experience
and ability to coordinate work activities and effectively supervise subordinate
personnel. Ability to develop effective working relationships. Precious
reference and online searching experience. Willingness to work evenings
and weekends on rotational basis. Must show initiative, motivation and high
energy level.

Salary is based on experience and qualifications. Excellent fringe benefits,
including TIAA/CREF, dental, health, disability, life insurance and tuition
assistance.

THE CAMPUS AND THE LIBRARY:

A focal point of Detroit's Cultural Center, Wayne State University is
strongly committed to its urban mission and offers a wide range of courses
and degrees through its undergraduate, graduate and professional schools.
The University Library System consists of four libraries, including the
Shiffman Medical Library, which serves the School of Medicine, the largest
single campus Medical School in the nation, and the College of Pharmacy and
Allied Health. Shiffman contains approximately 220,000 volumes and
subscribes to over 2,000 journals. A satellite facility is also maintained
at the College of Pharmacy and Allied Health. Shiffman's Microcomputer Lab
contains Macintosh computers and PCs which support the wordprocessing,
graphics, instructional and remote job entry needs of WSU students and staff.
MEDLINE access is provided to end users through the PlusNet2 LAN system.

APPLICATION:

Applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume, and the names and
addresses of at least three professional references to: Judith March-Adams,
Director of Personnel and Development, Wayne State University,
134 Purdy Library, Detroit, MI  48202. Position will remain open until
filled.

Wayne State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer.