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Head of Public Services (Chadron State College, Nebraska) Chadron State College, located in the beautiful Pine Ridge of northwestern Nebraska, is accepting applications for Head of Public Services in the Reta King Library. Salary commensurate with qualifications (minimum salary $46,861); excellent benefits package. Position open until filled. QUALIFICATIONS: Required: MLS degree from an ALA-accredited institution. Minimum 5 years appropriate work experience. Minimum 2 years supervisory experience. Valid driver's license. Successful background records check. Preferred: Second Master's degree. Experience in Collection Development, particularly electronic resources Evidence of professional growth, including publications and presentations. Experience with and demonstrated knowledge of current trends and issues in public computing, web technologies, digital media, and quantitative and qualitative usability assessment. Experience with web and database design using standards-based, user-centered information architecture. Highly information literate with proven technological experience in solving Library problems. RESPONSIBILITIES: Collection development, primarily electronic resources Promote and train the library staff, faculty, and students in the use of electronic collections Reference, circulation, interlibrary loan, reserves, and training. Also includes desk duties and rotational weekend and evening hours. Develop and teach Information Literacy Course Work closely with faculty to integrate library instruction into curricula Coordinate the assessment of Library services and programs. Collaborate effectively with IT, faculty, staff, and campus stake-holders to conceptualize and determine technologies and design in the delivery of user- centered Library services. Oversee the configuration and integration of various Library resource management tools and databases such as EBSCO Discovery, EBSCO A to Z, CredoRef, and many others. Other duties as assigned. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Apply for this job online at [www.csc.edu/hr/jobs/](http://www.csc.edu/hr/jobs/), click on Professional Staff, and then click on the green checkmark below "Apply for Vacancy" next to the position title. Required application materials include the Chadron State College Employment Application form, cover letter, resume, and transcripts. Applicants can attach and submit their cover letter, resume, and transcripts within the online CSC Employment Application form. Questions regarding the application process can be directed to [[log in to unmask]](mailto:[log in to unmask]) or 308-432-6224. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This position is covered by the NSCPA negotiated agreement. Please refer to our website ([www.csc.edu/hr](http://www.csc.edu/hr)) for more information about Chadron State College. GENERAL INFORMATION: CSC is a four-year public college located in the scenic Pine Ridge of northwestern Nebraska and is a member of the Nebraska State College System. CSC offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to its approximately 3000 enrolled students and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. CSC is located within 90 miles of Rapid City, SD and 300 miles of Denver, CO. US News and World Report recently rated CSC in the top 10 public colleges of its Midwest Regional Colleges report. ACADEMIC INFORMATION: CSC's faculty members are a "community of learners" that value teaching and learning. CSC is committed to the orchestration of learning environments, teaching as a community endeavor, critical self-reflection, continuous improvement, and collegiality that encompasses responsibility. Recently, CSC was among the first eight institutions to complete its tenure within the Higher Learning Commission's Academy for the Assessment of Student Learning, focusing on the institution's General Studies program. Currently, CSC is in the midst of a strategic plan to re-imagine higher education. Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation during the selection process may contact HR at (308) 432-6224 for assistance. Successful Background Records Check required as part of employment process. Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/1122/