McNeese State University
Head Government Information Librarian/Assistant Professor
Frazar Memorial Library
McNeese State University invites qualified applicants and nominations for the position of Head Government Information Librarian/Assistant Professor in the Department of Government Information, Frazar Memorial Library. This is a full-time, 12–month, unclassified, tenure-track position. The appointment begins in December 2011.
Position Description and Responsibilities:
The Government Information Librarian serves as Head of the Government Information Department and reports to the Library Director. The Head, Government Information Librarian provides leadership for planning, implementing, and managing all aspects of a “complete” Louisiana government publications program for the 7th Congressional District of Louisiana and the “selective” Federal Depository Library as part of the Government Printing Office.
• Coordinates and manages all public and technical services of the Government Information Department, including direct supervision of departmental personnel and policy formation.
• Provides leadership in identifying training needs and in developing training tools, such as online tutorials to facilitate the use of government resources in all formats and instructs library patrons in the use of government bibliographic tools and electronic resources as requested by faculty or students.
• Provides reference and information service as part of the public services staff.
• Acquires document materials by direct correspondence with the issuing agency, by personal contacts with government officials and librarians, by monitoring government web sites, and/or by purchase or exchange.
• Cooperates with the university administration, faculty, library staff; GPO staff; and regional depositary staff to select relevant materials to meet the needs of the citizens of the 7th Congressional District of Louisiana and a “selective” Federal Depository Library.
• Participates in the library’s liaison program; professional development activities relating to preservation, trends in libraries, librarianship in general, and government information in particular and serves on various Library and University committees.
• Provides research services regarding federal, state, and local government information to meet administrative needs of the McNeese State University and other constituent populations.
• Organizes, maintains, and develops the government information collection in all formats, including the McNeese State University Library Government Information web site, wikis, blogs, IM, and social media.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
• Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science, (MLS, MILS) from an ALA-accredited institution.
• Three years experience in an academic library required. At least one year government information experience required. At least one year supervisory experience required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both oral and written, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proven ability to manage and oversee complex projects, meet deadlines, and to prioritize work in alignment with the service goals of the library and the university.
• Familiarity with emerging trends in library and government information services.
• Experience with SirsiDynix Symphony ILS specifically WorkFlows.
• Sufficient mobility and dexterity to move around the Library and retrieve and carry materials from library shelving and cabinets, including standing, walking, stooping, bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 35 lbs), ability to work with keyboard, mouse, and monitor for extended periods of time; ability to travel to attend training workshops, meetings, and conferences.
Relationships:
• Demonstrated commitment to excellent service and ability to work successfully in a collegial environment within a diverse university community that includes: faculty, students, library staff, other members of the university community, members of the profession, and the general public.
Salary: $50,000
Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Application Materials and Contact: Applicants should submit a cover letter; resume; and the names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three references for the application process. Please submit the required documents to the following:
Jessica Hutchings, Assistant Professor/Head of Reference
Search Committee Chair
Frazar Memorial Library
McNeese State University
Box 91445
Lake Charles, LA 70609
Voice: (337) 475-5546
Fax: (337) 475-5719
TDD/TTY, Hearing Impaired: (337) 562-4227
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McNeese State University, located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a public university and a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law, applications and all supporting materials will become public record. All applicants are expected to submit complete and accurate materials as specified in the position announcement. A background check and an English Proficiency assessment will be conducted on selected finalists. We comply with Louisiana Revised Statute 49:1001, et seq, and State of Louisiana Executive Order 98-38, which provides for drug testing of employees, appointees, prospective employees, and prospective appointees. Prospective employees and employees are informed if a drug test is required.
McNeese State University is an AA/EEO/ADA employer committed to excellence through diversity.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires McNeese State University to inform applicants that the University can employ only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment.
McNeese State University is a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law, applications and all supporting materials will become public record. An executive session pursuant to La. Rev. Stat. 42:6.1(A) may be required.
Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the Office of Equal Opportunity: Voice: (337) 475-5428; TDD/TTY, Hearing Impaired: (337) 562-4227; Fax: (337) 475-5960; or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Faculty Candidates with foreign degrees must provide official certification of equivalency to U.S. degrees, an official comprehensive course-by-course report and U.S. Equivalency Statement, from World Education Services. The official Credential Evaluation Report and U.S. Equivalency Statement must be submitted directly to the Office of Academic Affairs, Box 93220, Lake Charles, LA 70609; (337)475-5508. Simple translation of the language on foreign diplomas, transcripts, coursework, or similar will NOT suffice and will cause the application packet to be judged as incomplete.
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Approved:
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Michael T. Snowden, Ph.D.
Chief Diversity Officer
Date: ______________________________
