Position Announcement--Head of Access

[Judy Fox <Judy-Fox@xxxxxxxxxx>]

HEAD OF ACCESS
John M. Olin Library
Washington University in St. Louis

Washington University Libraries invites applications for the position of
Head of Access.

RESPONSIBILITIES:   Under the direction of the Assistant Dean for Access
and Bibliographic Description, the Head of Access is responsible for
providing flexible, responsive leadership in the management of the
Audio-Visual/Reserve, Circulation, Interlibrary Loan, and Shelving Units.
Develops and coordinates access policies and procedures among Olin and the
departmental and school libraries.  Leads the library in creating
innovative multimedia services to assist patrons.  Investigates the issues
involved in electronic reserves and intellectual property rights.
Participates in space planning for a major renovation. Manages the
Library's participation in consortial resource sharing programs.  Serves
as a member of the Library Administrative Group.

QUALIFICATIONS:  MLS from an ALA-accredited library school, second
master's degree preferred; at least 3 years supervisory experience,
preferably in an academic library; experience in academic library
circulation, reserve, or ILL/document delivery services preferred;
experience with providing access to multimedia resources preferred;
knowledgeable about the operation of an automated library management
system; strong customer service orientation, excellent communication
skills, ability to work effectively in a collegial manner in a changing
environment, understanding of the needs of a research university.


GENERAL INFORMATION: Washington University, located at the western edge of
the city of St. Louis, is a medium-sized, independent, research university
founded in 1853, and is internationally known for excellence in teaching
and research and for the quality of its faculty and student body.
Washington University Libraries, a member of the Association of Research
Libraries, includes the John M. Olin Library and twelve school and
departmental libraries and holds over three million volumes.  The
University is a member of MOBIUS, a consortium of academic institutions in
the state which provides online direct patron borrowing through an
INN-Reach union catalog.

APPLICATION INFORMATION:  For full consideration, applicants should send a
letter of application, resume, and the names of three references to: Human
Resources, Washington University, Campus Box 1178, 7425 Forsyth Blvd., St.
Louis, MO 53105.  SEARCH EXTENDED.  Position will remain open until
filled; initial review of applications will begin March 1, 2000.  
Employment eligibility verification required upon hire.  Washington
University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
 




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Judy Fox 
Assistant Dean for Access and Bibliographic Description
Washington University Libraries 
Campus Box 1061 				314 935-5421 (voice)  
1 Brookings Drive 				314 935-4045 (FAX)  
St. Louis, MO 63130				Judy-Fox@xxxxxxxxxx
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