Position Available: Head of Technical Services

["Linz, Robert M" <rmlinz@xxxxxxxxxx>]

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Description:
The Ave Maria School of Law Library is seeking a Head of Technical Services
to manage all aspects of the law library's technical services unit including
the supervision of two full time paraprofessionals.  The successful
candidate will be the primary original and copy cataloger for the law
school.  The law library houses over 400,000 volume and volume-equivalents
and uses the Innovative Millennium automated library system.

Duties:
Perform original and copy cataloging and oversee paraprofessionals with some
limited cataloging duties; direct and manage technical services operations;
take the lead role in developing and implementing long and short term
strategic plans in the technical services area in conjunction with the
Associate Director and Director; lead and facilitate continuous improvement
of technical services operations. Reshaping, where appropriate, procedures,
workflow and policies; to ensure data integrity of catalog and other
integrated library system modules. Reports to the Associate Director of the
Law Library.

Qualifications:
Required: MLS with 3-4 years technical services professional experience;
experience with OCLC. Knowledge of MARC, AACR2R, LCSH, LC classification
system and standard authority control procedures; significant experience
with integrated library automation systems; excellent project management
skills; strong organization skills with meticulous attention to detail;
solid communication and interpersonal skills; team player; ability to work
collaboratively with diverse individuals at all levels of an organization;
energetic; solid service orientation; demonstrated knowledge of at least one
foreign language, preferably Latin and /or French; extensive experience in
cataloging, using LC Web or Classification Plus software.

Preferred: familiarity with legal materials; demonstrated proficiency in
standard PC applications and ability to quickly learn new technologies. 

Compensation:
$45,000 - $50,000 annually; full benefits package

Applications:
Available immediately.  Applications will be accepted until the position is
filled.  Submit a detailed cover letter stating qualifications for the
position, resume, and the name and contact information of three references
to Robert M Linz, Associate Library Director / Information Technology
Coordinator, Ave Maria School of Law, 3475 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI
48105. Phone: 734-827-8037. Fax: 734-302-1475. E-mail:
rmlinz@xxxxxxxxxx

About The Ave Maria School of Law
The Ave Maria School of Law is a newly ABA-accredited Catholic law school
committed to providing superior legal education, which emphasizes Christian
commitment, quality teaching, prolific scholarship, the infusion of
practical skills and the pursuit of justice and service. 

Ave Maria does not discriminate in any manner contrary to law or justice on
the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, veteran's status
or national origin in its educational programs or activities, including
employment or admissions. At the same time, Ave Maria cherishes its right
and duty to seek and retain personnel who will make a positive contribution
to its religious character, goals, and mission in order to enhance the
Catholic tradition.


Robert M. Linz
Associate Library Director and Information Technology Coordinator
Ave Maria School of Law
3475 Plymouth Road
Ann Arbor, Michigan  48105
Ph: 734-827-8037
Fax: 734-302-1475
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