Head, Loan Services (Brock University)
Head, Loan Services
James A. Gibson Library
Brock University’s James A. Gibson Library seeks a dynamic, service-oriented librarian for the position of Head, Loan Services. Functions of the Loan Services Department include all aspects of circulation, course reserves, interlibrary loan, and the maintenance of the Library’s collections. The Head, Loan Services is responsible for the management of a major front-line service, providing leadership in the development and provision of responsive and user-friendly services to support the use of library collections and study facilities. The successful candidate is expected to explore and implement technologies to streamline and enhance departmental services. The Head, Loan Services has responsibility for the hiring, training and supervision of departmental staff. In addition, the incumbent will participate in the provision of reference and information services, and will have liaison responsibilities in assigned subject areas. The department head will also be engaged in the Library’s planning and decision-making processes, and will pursue appropriate professional and scholarly activities. This is a full-time probationary position leading to permanence, reporting to the Associate University Librarian, Services.
Qualifications include: an ALA-accredited MLS or its equivalent, with a strong academic background (preferably at the Master’s level), and a minimum of five years of relevant professional experience are required. The successful candidate must demonstrate outstanding management abilities, including strong supervisory, organizational, and decision-making skills, and a commitment to quality public service. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential. Demonstrated knowledge of current library technology, and proficiency in multiple software packages are required (e.g. Millennium Circulation; Fretwell Downing’s VDX system (RACER); and other workplace productivity software).
The James A. Gibson Library has a strong commitment to service excellence, and provides outstanding information resources and services to support the teaching, learning and research needs of the Brock community. A major renovation project is planned for the summer/fall of 2007 to transform the main floor of the Library into a learning commons. For more information about the James A. Gibson Library, see http://www.library.brocku.ca/.
Brock University offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package. Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The position is included in the Brock University Faculty Association. The review of applications will begin July 16, 2007 with a preferred start date of September 1, 2007.
Applications will include:
* a letter of application, including salary expectations and the names and contact information for three professional references;
* a detailed curriculum vitae; and
* a statement outlining a vision for the Loan Services Department.
Applicants are invited to apply on-line (jobs@brocku.ca<mailto:jobs@brocku.ca>) or forward their application, quoting the vacancy number to Human Resources, Brock University, St. Catharines ON L2S 3A1. Visit us at: www.brocku.ca/hr<http://www.brocku.ca/hr>
We appreciate all applications received; however, we will only contact those candidates selected for an interview.