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Trying to get the word out...this is a great place to work, with lots of opportunities! We're really interested in getting someone with coding/server skills, over someone with years and years of library experience, so I encourage everyone to apply! Thanks for reading, Jason Griffey Asst. Professor & Reference/Instruction Librarian University of Tennessee at Chattanooga 615 McCallie Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37403 [log in to unmask] :: (423) 425-5449 ************* Head, Library Information Technology The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) invites applications from innovative and dynamic professionals to provide vision and strategic planning for the Library's technology infrastructure and digital initiatives. The UTC campus is a national model for metropolitan universities, serving over 7,000 scholars in bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs. Library Description The Lupton Library is centrally located at the heart of the UTC campus. The Library employs 16 librarians and 15 staff members, and has an annual budget of over $2 million with collection holdings of more than 500,000 volumes, 1,300 print journal subscriptions, 90 databases, and access to over 10,000 online journals. The Lupton Library is also equipped with 60 public computers, 10 group study rooms, and two computerized library instruction classrooms. The Library offers a comprehensive range of public services, including proactive outreach, instruction, and reference. Recently completed projects include the completion of a second instruction classroom equipped with wireless laptops and smart boards, and a redesign of the online catalog website interface. Projects underway include the investigation of a federated search engine, electronic reserves, and electronic reference. Components of the information infrastructure include VTLS' Virtua integrated library system, ILLiad interlibrary loan system, Serials Solutions' open-URL resolver and serials lists, and the UTC Library website which utilizes LAMP open-source technologies. Department Description The Library's Information Technology Department supports the technology needs of library users and personnel, providing computer access and support within the Library, and administering research databases and other electronic services. The Library collaborates with the University's Information Technology Division on projects spanning the larger university community, or where specific expertise is needed on library technology projects. There is one faculty position (Electronic Resources Librarian) and one staff position (IT Technologist) reporting to this position. Position Responsibilities The position reports to the Dean of the Lupton Library. The position provides leadership to advance the Library through the development and expansion of library collections, tools, and services that facilitate learning, teaching, and scholarship within a digital environment, as well as creating an infrastructure that facilities the adoption of the next generation of library services. Required Qualifications 1) Master's degree from an ALA-accredited program. 2) Demonstrated experience in an Information Technology or Automated Systems department in a library setting. 3) Proven leadership experience managing and supervising others effectively. 4) Demonstrated experience in administering and developing web services utilizing LAMP open-source technologies. 5) Demonstrated knowledge of networking protocols and practices, and experience in troubleshooting and maintaining computer hardware. 6) Proven ability to plan and implement Information Technology services within a library setting. 7) Demonstrated commitment to excellence in serving all library users. 8) Demonstrated aptitude and experience with library information technology systems, including a knowledge of best practices and future trends in the field. 9) Demonstrated ability to view issues from an institutional and library-wide perspective and to manage organizational change. 10) Proven communication and interpersonal skills evidenced by the ability to work cooperatively and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, faculty, students, and staff. 11) Proven organizational, analytical, and communication skills. 12) Demonstrated ability to be flexible in a dynamic work environment. 13) Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a complex changing environment. 14) Preparation and commitment to conduct independent scholarship consistent with a faculty appointment. 15) Commitment to engage in continuing professional development. UTC Librarians are expected to participate in library-wide and system-wide planning, University governance and service, and to be professionally active. Desirable qualifications 1) A second advanced degree. 2) Experience in public service areas of librarianship, particularly in reference. 3) Experience with VTLS Virtua, OCLC ILLiad, Oracle, and/or Microsoft Server/SQL systems. Salary Salary: minimum $45,000. This is a full-time, 12-month, tenure-tack position with faculty status and academic rank. A portion of the salary will be an administrative stipend for department head responsibilities. Appointment will be at the rank of Assistant or Associate professor, based on qualifications. Benefits Benefits include: 24 days vacation and 12 days sick leave per year; 11 paid holidays; 80% of health/life insurance paid by the state; choice of retirement programs which are paid by the state and equivalent to approximately 10% of an individual's annual salary, partial relocation reimbursement, professional development funding, tax program savings, and more. Application Procedures Interested applicants should submit a letter of application, vita, and the contact information for three references including the professional relationship of applicant and reference to: Anna Lane, Lupton Library, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, 615 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37403; candidates may fax materials to 423-425-4775 attention Anna Lane; or email to [log in to unmask] A review of applications will begin September 15, 2006 and continues until the position is filled. For information about the UTC and the Lupton Library please visit www.utc.edu and www.lib.utc.edu For information about Chattanooga, please visit www.chattanoogafun.org or www.chattanooga.gov The University of Tennessee is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, Title IX, Section 504, and ADA Institution. *******************