JOB Title: Assistant Department Head of Discovery and Access Services DEPARTMENT: Discovery and Access Services www.auctr.edu<http://www.auctr.edu> The Atlanta University Center - Robert W. Woodruff Library supports the teaching and learning missions of four institutions of higher learning that comprise the world's largest consortium of HBCUs-Clark Atlanta University, the Interdenominational Theological Center, Morehouse College, and Spelman College. Conveniently located and easily accessible to the campuses, the Woodruff Library is the center of the intellectual and social life at the Atlanta University Center. POSITION SUMMARY: The Atlanta University Center - Robert W. Woodruff Library is committed to displaying excellence in our delivery of service and is known for transformative change in innovative services and programs. This is evidenced by our library's recognition in the "university library" category for the 2016 ACRL Excellence in Academic Libraries Award. To continue our excellence in program and services, the library is seeking an Assistant Department Head of Discovery and Access Services who demonstrates passion, innovation, and a commitment to the delivery of information services to our faculty and students. The Assistant Department Head of Discovery and Access Services manages the instruction and selection, and reference and research consultation activities provided to the faculties, staff, and students of the Atlanta University Center member institutions. This position supervises 7.5 FTE. The Assistant Department Head participates in providing information and research services, in collection development and serves as liaison to one or more academic departments within the Atlanta University Center. S/he will collaborate with other department heads and managers in support of the strategic initiatives of the organization. The Assistant Department Head of Discovery and Access Services, reports to the Department Head of Discovery and Access Services. In the absence of the department head this position will provide oversight and coordination of daily services and operations of the Discovery and Access Services Department. This position participates in evening and weekend work schedule rotations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES: Oversees the instruction and selection activities of the Discovery and Access Services Department including Research Consultation Center operations Hires, trains, coaches, and evaluates work performance of direct reports Participates in the coordination, development, and delivery of the department's annual work plan in support of the organization's strategic plan Develops, implements, evaluates instruction and selection and service initiatives, policies, procedures and publications; In the absence of the department head coordinates the daily services and operations of the Discovery & Access Services Department Maintains records and prepares statistical reports relating to the responsibilities and operations of the department Manages the assessment and development of the reference collection Provides reference and research services to students and faculty of the AUC community for both on-site and remote library users Provides curriculum-integrated, information literacy centered library instruction to students and outreach to faculty, soliciting feedback from faculty on services and programs Participates in collection development activities and provides outreach to faculty, including, serving as liaison for academic program/departments in subject areas supporting the curriculum and research needs of the member institutions Conducts topical research seminars, and individual or group trainings Develops instructional materials, research guides, web tutorials and other resources to optimize utilization and understanding of library resources and services Participates in grant development and implementation Participates in library-wide initiatives through committees and task forces QUALIFICATIONS: Three years of experience performing reference and instruction services in an academic library Three years of experience working in a supervisory capacity with oversight for the work of professional staff Demonstrated knowledge in interpreting and appropriately applying organization policies and procedures Demonstrated knowledge of electronic resources related to an academic research environment Demonstrated experience and/or coursework in the development instruction and/or information literacy tools incorporating appropriate emerging learning technologies Strong computer skills; experience with iMACs and applicable software desirable Demonstrated experience with standard office software such as Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Evidence of scholarship and/or professional activity Demonstrated commitment to working in a culturally diverse environment Excellent communication skills (including writing, and public speaking) Excellent organizational and analytical skills Great customer service ethics and high expectations for quality Ability to build and sustain relationships with various user groups Ability to think critically and problem solve Professional demeanor with the ability to interface with internal and external customers with diplomacy and tact Detail oriented with demonstrated focus on judgment, accuracy, and timeliness EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: ALA accredited MLS/MLIS degree Supervisory experience Experience in public services in an academic library Teaching experience Experience with the creation of virtual resources SALARY & BENEFITS: Salary commensurate with experience; benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, company paid disability plans, relocation assistance, company match retirement plan (TIAA-CREF). APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested applicants should submit a letter of application and resume online to the Human Resources Department at careers@auctr.edu<mailto:careers@auctr.edu>. Please include three professional references and salary requirements. This is a non-faculty/non-tenure position. The position will remain open until filled. The Robert W. Woodruff Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more about our Library and to view the full job description visit us online at www.auctr.edu<http://www.auctr.edu>. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT JOB Title: Unit Head, E-Learning Technologies Librarian DEPARTMENT: Discovery and Access Services www.auctr.edu<http://www.auctr.edu> The Atlanta University Center - Robert W. Woodruff Library supports the teaching and learning missions of four institutions of higher learning that comprise the world's largest consortium of HBCUs-Clark Atlanta University, the Interdenominational Theological Center, Morehouse College, and Spelman College. Conveniently located and easily accessible to the campuses, the Woodruff Library is the center of the intellectual and social life at the Atlanta University Center. SUMMARY: The Atlanta University Center - Robert W. Woodruff Library is committed to displaying excellence in our delivery of service and is known for transformative change in innovative services and programs. This is evidenced by our library's recognition in the "university library" category for the 2016 ACRL Excellence in Academic Libraries Award. To continue our excellence in program and services, the library is seeking an innovative, energetic and experienced Unit Head, E-Learning Technologies Librarian. The incumbent will work collaboratively with faculty, students, and library staff to support effective use and inclusion of current and emerging learning technologies, multimedia applications, and library resources into teaching, research and study. This position is responsible for planning and implementing an integrated teaching and technology curriculum that will incorporate classroom, small group, individual, and online learning components. The Unit Head, E-Learning Technologies Librarian is responsible for the library's virtual existence on social media platforms, including establishing, monitoring, and entering communications that promote the library, its programs and resources. The Unit Head, E-Learning Technologies Librarian will participate in providing information and research services, in collection development and will serve as liaison to one or more academic departments within the Atlanta University Center. This position supervises 3 FTE and reports to the Head, Discovery and Access Services Department. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Hires, trains, coaches, and evaluates 3 FTE Identifies, implements, and promotes innovative online tools and services for both on-campus and off-campus learners Collaborates in the support and training of AUC faculty, staff, and students in the use of new learning technologies Establishes, monitors, and enters communications that promote the library, its programs and resources via social media Assists faculty in the use of technologies for lessons and instructional modules Collaborates with AUC faculty and library staff to develop course websites with creative and instructional visuals and other instructional technology projects Creates and maintains training and end-user support content for instructional delivery tools Provides technical expertise to faculty who are integrating technology and library resources into traditional, online and hybrid courses Produces digital learning objects that are interactive, pedagogically sound, engaging to students, and facilitates the integration and use of library resources in course management systems and other online environments Creates informational and promotional materials with a focus on design and visuals Monitors trends in emerging technologies and instructional design and identifies potential for use in library services Qualifications: Demonstrated ability to create web-based instructional tools and other web-based resources Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with multimedia design and production, online course management systems, and technical writing and editing Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with using presentation tools (e.g. TechSmith, Camtasia, MS PowerPoint) Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with using production tools (e.g. Adobe Creative Suite, Apple iTunes U, Apple Final Cut Pro, Audacity) Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with using web development technologies (e.g. HTML, Flash, CSS, Java Script, Action Script) Demonstrated knowledge of information literacy concepts and applications Experience with reference services Experience in teaching library instruction classes in an academic environment Excellent communication skills (including written and public speaking) Ability to accomplish projects with minimal supervision Great customer service ethics and high expectations for quality Ability to build and sustain relationships with various user groups Excellent organizational and analytical skills Ability to work in both PC and Apple environments Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to work with diverse populations Education / Experience: ALA accredited MLS/MLIS degree Degree or certification in instructional design, educational technology or related field with demonstrated experience in applying the underlying theories of instructional technology; or an equivalent combination of education and experience Teaching experience Supervisory experience Two years experience working in an academic library SALARY & BENEFITS: Salary commensurate with experience; benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, company paid disability plans, company match retirement plan (TIAA-CREF). APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested applicants should submit a letter of application and resume online to the Human Resources Department at careers@auctr.edu<mailto:careers@woodruff.edu>. Please include three professional references and salary requirements. This is a non-faculty/non-tenure position. The position will remain open until filled. The Robert W. Woodruff Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more about our Library visit us online at www.auctr.edu<http://www.auctr.edu/>. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT JOB Title: Electronic Resources and Serials Librarian DEPARTMENT: Content and Collection Management www.auctr.edu<http://www.auctr.edu> The Atlanta University Center - Robert W. Woodruff Library supports the teaching and learning missions of four institutions of higher learning that comprise the world's largest consortium of HBCUs-Clark Atlanta University, the Interdenominational Theological Center, Morehouse College, and Spelman College. Conveniently located and easily accessible to the campuses, the Woodruff Library is the center of the intellectual and social life at the Atlanta University Center. POSITION SUMMARY: The Atlanta University Center - Robert W. Woodruff Library is committed to displaying excellence in our delivery of service and is known for transformative change in innovative services and programs. Our organizational culture is represented by a staff of engaged and highly motivated individuals and is one in which entrepreneurial thinking is encouraged. These factors are evidenced by our library's recognition in the "university library" category for the 2016 ACRL Excellence in Academic Libraries Award. To continue our excellence in program and services, the library is seeking an experienced and innovative Electronic Resources and Serials Librarian. The successful candidate will be responsible for the acquisition, access management, and analysis of the library's electronic and print serials, and government documents collections Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Creates, analyzes, enriches, and maintains catalog records for electronic and print serials resources according to national cataloging standards. Revises serials resource records due to changes in format, title, and/or holdings Reviews, manipulates, and revises batches of vendor supplied records to ensure that electronic serials resources are rapidly and adequately described in the library catalog Coordinates the processing and shelving of current print issues of journals, magazines, and newspapers Processes government documents and monthly Marcive files. Also, identifies and resolves processing, claiming and cataloging problems related to government documents Assists in the development of policies, practices, and workflows for electronic and serials resource management. Generates and presents various reports to include: numbers of serial subscriptions, number of subscriptions by format, user statistics, etc. Provides back-up support to the Systems Librarian on Knowledge Base and EZProxy server management, and works with the Systems Librarian to troubleshoot electronic journal access issues, including link resolver issues QUALIFICATIONS: ALA accredited MLS/MLIS degree Minimum of one year of experience managing electronic resources in an academic library, with focus on electronic serials management Experience with EZproxy, open URL, and other electronic resource management software Demonstrated understanding of current serials and electronic resource management models, practices, and trends within the academic library environment Familiarity with OCLC's Worldshare Management Services (WMS) ILS preferred Ability to accomplish projects with minimal supervision Demonstrated experience with standard office software such as Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Great customer service ethics and high expectations for quality Evidence of scholarship and/or professional activity Demonstrated commitment to working in a culturally diverse environment Excellent oral and written communication skills Excellent organizational and analytical skills Strong interpersonal skills , including the ability to foster a collegial work environment where change and innovation are encouraged; Ability to thrive and handle multiple responsibilities in a team environment SALARY & BENEFITS: Salary commensurate with experience; benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, company paid disability plans, relocation assistance, company match retirement plan (TIAA-CREF). APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested applicants should submit a letter of application and resume online to the Human Resources Department at careers@auctr.edu<mailto:careers@auctr.edu>. Please include three professional references and salary requirements. This is a non-faculty/non-tenure position. The position will remain open until filled. The Robert W. Woodruff Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more about our Library and to view the full job description visit us online at www.auctr.edu<http://www.auctr.edu>. Marvelyn Thomas, PHR Human Resources Director Robert W. Woodruff Library 111 James P. Brawley Drive SW Atlanta, GA 30314 (404) 978-2080 - Phone (404) 978-2076 - fax mthomas@auctr.edu<mailto:mthomas@auctr.edu> - email SANDRA M. 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