Please note the job announcement described in the email below from
Washington University in St. Louis.
Sayeed
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And here's another one...
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Subject: Job Posting: Director of the Digital Library
Date: Tue, 27 Sep 2005 12:20:26 -0500
From: Scott Britton <<[log in to unmask]>
To: Betsey Patterson <<[log in to unmask]>
Betsey,
Please send the following job posting to the Frye lists.
Thanks,
Scott Britton
Head of Access
Washington University Libraries
Campus Box 1061 314 935-8235 (voice)
1 Brookings Drive 314 935-4045 (fax)
St. Louis, MO 63130 [log in to unmask]
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The Libraries at Washington University in St. Louis have an opening
for the newly-created position of Director of the Digital Library. A
job description is included below. We are asking for your help in
identifying candidates for the position. Please pass this along to
anyone you think might be qualified and interested.
Applications should be sent to Human Resources (address at bottom of
email). Inquiries about the position should be sent to:
Gail Oltmanns, Associate Dean for Organizational Development
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(314) 935-9334
----job description----
DIRECTOR OF THE DIGITAL LIBRARY
Washington University in St. Louis
The Washington University Libraries invite applications for the
position of Director of the Digital Library. We are looking for a
creative, visionary leader to provide expertise and leadership for
digital projects in the University's new efforts to develop an
institutional identity in the digital environment of the 21st century.
Founded in 1853, Washington University in St. Louis is an independent
university that is internationally known for excellence in teaching
and research and for the quality of its faculty and students.
Washington University Libraries includes the John M. Olin Library and
thirteen school and departmental libraries and holds over three
million volumes. For information about the University and the
Libraries please visit: http://www.wustl.edu; http://library.wustl.edu.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Directs, plans, implements, and sustains digital
projects that advance institutional goals in teaching and research.
Works collaboratively within the Libraries and with faculty and others
in the University to develop innovative solutions for creating and
managing digital content for teaching and research. Maintains a broad
overview of digital activities; coordinates and oversees all project
managers, including analysis of requirements, timelines, tracking and
reporting progress, assessing and evaluating project success.
Develops and establishes new policies; sets and implements standards.
Facilitates development of projects that highlight unique strengths at
Washington University, creating an integrated and cohesive collection.
Stays abreast of digital developments, assesses digital activities,
and serves as a consultant and liaison to library staff and the
University community on digital initiatives and services. Represents
the Libraries on campus, regionally, and nationally on digital issues.
QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in library and information science or
master's degree in a related field. Understanding of the applications
of technology in scholarly teaching and research. Demonstrated
ability to manage and oversee complex projects in a team environment.
Experience with digital content development and digitization. Ability
to work with faculty and staff in articulating and achieving goals.
Ability to learn new technologies and instruct others in their use.
Commitment to user-centered services. Strong analytical,
interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Excellent oral and written
communication skills.
APPLICATION INFORMATION: For full consideration, applicants should
send a letter of application, résumé, and the names of three
references to: Human Resources, Washington University, Campus Box
1178, 7425 Forsyth Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63105. Review of applications
will begin immediately.
Employment eligibility verification required upon hire. Washington
University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
--
Betsey Patterson
Librarian for Research & Special Initiatives
Woodruff Library Emory University
540 Asbury Circle Atlanta, GA 30322
Email: [log in to unmask]
Tel: (404) 727-0149
Fax: (404) 727-5235
