Head, Media and Computer Services (University of Nevada, Las Vegas Libraries)
Head, Media and Computer Services (University of Nevada, Las Vegas Libraries)
RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Director of Public Services, the creative individual filling this strategic department head position is expected to envision and direct the future development of the Libraries’ media collections and services by playing a vital leadership role in the development of Lied Library’s new, student-focused multimedia design studio and its next generation media distribution system as well as the management of its computer commons. Specific responsibilities include planning and implementing departmental goals, policies, procedures and budget proposals and administering a department with 6 paraprofessionals and a large student work force; collaborating with liaison librarians and teaching faculty to build and provide access to a media collection that is responsive to newly developing technologies and supportive of student learning; leading the strategic evolution of multimedia services within the libraries, including its analog to digital transition efforts; and participating in the Libraries’ digital rights management efforts. The position serves as the Public Services liaison with the Libraries Systems Department regarding public workstation hardware and software configurations and provides media desk coverage, including weekends on rotation.
The media collection supports the curriculum and research needs of the University and currently consists of over 18,000 items in a variety of formats, including VHS videotapes, DVD videodiscs, compact discs, audiocassettes and a small collection of vinyl recordings and laserdiscs. Services offered by departmental staff currently include staffing a computer help desk providing computer help for users of Lied Library’s 250 public computers and peripherals located throughout the library as well as the resources in the Library’s multimedia design studio and disability resource room; providing reference assistance at the media service desk, circulating laptop computers in-house, and using the Safari media distribution system to deliver media resources to users.
As a tenure-track library faculty member, the incumbent will be expected to work collaboratively to build partnerships within the Libraries; engage in scholarly activities; and provide service to the university, the community, and the profession in accordance with Libraries and University standards for promotion and tenure.
As a strong partner in student learning, UNLV Libraries fosters information literacy with innovative services, entrepreneurial staff, over one million volumes, outstanding digital collections, up-to-date technology and internationally renowned Special Collections in four modern, flexible facilities. We welcome individuals with diverse backgrounds to join our growing organization of over 120 highly-trained and experienced faculty librarians and staff members supporting teaching, learning, research and creative endeavors at one of the nation’s fastest growing universities.
For more information, please visit http://www.library.unlv.edu/employment.html .
QUALIFICATIONS
Required: A master degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association; familiarity with media collection development and the digitization and delivery of digital content, experience or coursework associated with the technologies used to support patron access to and use of electronic information resources and common productivity tools; awareness of copyright and licensing issues related to media; supervisory or managerial experience; demonstrated commitment to user-focused services and experience working collaboratively and constructively with a wide range of groups and individuals; demonstrated ability to be flexible and adaptable and to work creatively and independently in a rapidly changing environment; excellent interpersonal, communication (oral, written and presentation) skills; and the ability to meet UNLV requirements for promotion and tenure.
Preferred: Experience in media librarianship in a college or university environment; collection development experience; experience developing a multimedia resource center for student use that promotes using multimedia approaches to foster student learning; familiarity with digital rights management; and coursework in film or media studies.
SALARY RANGE
This is a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track position at Rank II or III (equivalent to an Assistant or Associate Professor) depending on experience. Salary is competitive and dependent upon labor market. Position is contingent upon funding.
APPLICATION DETAILS
Application materials must include a current resume, detailed cover letter, and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references who may be contacted. Applicants should fully describe qualifications and experience, since the initial review will serve to evaluate applicants based on documented, relevant qualifications and professional work experience. The review of materials will begin immediately. Materials should be addressed to Head, Media and Computer Services Search Committee Chair, and submitted on-line at https://hrsearch.unlv.edu . For assistance with UNLV’s on-line applicant portal, contact Jen Feldmann at (702) 895-3886 or hrsearch@unlv.edu.
UNLV is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity educator and employer committed to excellence through diversity.