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2 Positions at the University of Kentucky



Enclosed are job advertisements for two positions at the University of
Kentucky.  One position is the Preservation Reformatting Librarian in the
Preservation Dept.  The other position is the Assistant University
Archivist and Director, UK Records Program in the Special Collections and
Archives Division.   The full job ads are listed below.

UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY LIBRARIES
Lexington, KY  40506-0456
http://www.uky.edu/Libraries

March 6, 2000

POSITION:      Assistant University Archivist and Director, UK Records Program

AVAILABLE:  Open until filled.  Review of applications begins April 6, 2000.

DESCRIPTION:  Administer a university-wide records management program, for
records in all formats, in accordance with state guidelines and
professional best practices.  Reports to the University Archivist and
serves as assistant head of University Archives and Records Program
(UARP).  Supervises three staff technicians.  Works closely with records
liaisons in each sector of the university.  Presents informational and
training sessions to university faculty, staff, and
administrators.  Develops grant proposals.  Provides specialized reference
services within UARP and general reference at the Special Collections and
Archives reference desk.

QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED):  Graduate degree in archival administration,
library science, information management, business administration, or other
relevant field.  Experience with institutional records
management.  Familiarity with records analysis, retention scheduling,
archival accessioning, collection processing, and electronic records
management techniques.  Strong written and oral communication
skills.  Demonstrable computer and information technology skills.  Strong
commitment to public service.  Commitment to ongoing professional
development and activity.

QUALIFICATIONS (Desired):  Experience with electronic records
management.  Experience with Windows 95 computing environment, the MS
Office suite, Filemaker Pro, and Web site creation and
maintenance.  Supervisory experience.

LIBRARY:  The University of Kentucky Libraries consists of a new social
science, humanities and life sciences library (The William T. Young Library
which opened in April 1998), the Medical Center Library, Law Library,
Special Collections and Archives, Fine Arts Library (July 2000),
Agricultural Information Center and the Science and Engineering Libraries
which are in six separate locations on campus.  Combined holdings total
more than 2.7 million volumes.  The System has a staff of 65 librarians and
121 support staff and serves a student body of 24,000.  The library is a
member of ARL, SOLINET and the Center for Research Libraries and is a
regional depository for federal documents.  Web site:  www.uky.edu/Libraries

SALARY: Commensurate with experience and qualifications ($30,000 minimum)

BENEFITS: Faculty, tenure track, 12 month appointment, 22 days annual
vacation.  TIAA/CREF, Fidelity, and Twentieth Century Annuity plans.

TO APPLY: Send letter of application, resume and names of three references
to the address listed below:

                        Ann S. Howell
                        Administrative Assistant for Personnel
                        University of Kentucky Libraries
                        1-85 William T. Young Library
                        Lexington, KY  40506-0456




AN  EQUAL  OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE  ACTION  EMPLOYER

UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY LIBRARIES
Lexington, KY 40506-0456
http://www.uky.edu/Libraries

March 6, 2000

POSITION:      Preservation Reformatting Librarian

AVAILABLE: Open until filled.  Review of applications begins April 6, 2000.

RESPONSIBILITIES:  Reporting to the Preservation Librarian, the
Preservation Reformatting Librarian provides leadership for the
Reprographics Unit, which includes 5.5 FTE staff and 2.0 FTE
students.   The Preservation Reformatting Librarian oversees the
preservation microfilming of 175 current Kentucky newspapers for UK
Libraries and other customers.  Additionally, the Preservation Reformatting
Librarian oversees the filming of historic newspapers and materials from
Special Collections and Archives.  In collaboration with the Preservation
Librarian, the Preservation Reformatting Librarian manages the NEH-funded
cooperative microfilming projects and will initiate an in-house brittle
book reformatting program.   The Preservation Reformatting Librarian
monitors budgets, provides outreach to colleagues and customers, develops
markets, and updates the Reprographics web pages.  The Preservation
Reformatting Librarian will further the Preservation Program's goals to
develop partnerships with the UK Libraries and the state's digital
initiatives.   An additional program goal includes expanding the
reformatting services, updating equipment, and improving the department's
space utilization.

QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED): ALA-accredited MLS.  Knowledge of preservation
microfilming and digitization policies and technical procedures, with a
minimum of 2 years successful experience in a microfilm operation or other
relevant professional preservation experience.  Supervisory
experience.  Project management experience.  Problem solving
skills.  Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication
skills.  Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with colleagues, faculty, staff and the public. Demonstrated
knowledge of current and emerging technologies and their application to
library services.  Ability to view issues from a library system-wide
perspective, foster teamwork, and stimulate cross-functional
collaboration.  Evidence of ability to meet requirements for promotion and
tenure and commitment to ongoing professional development and activity.


QUALIFICATIONS (PREFERRED): Experience with preservation microfilming for
library collections.  Management of microfilm and/or digital
operations.  Familiarity with microfilm and/or digital
equipment.  Experience managing grant-funded projects.  Space planning
skills and experience.  Knowledge of library cataloging and metadata
standards/procedures.  Experience with vendor negotiations, budget
management and marketing services.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The University of Kentucky Libraries system includes the
central William T. Young Library; Medical Center Library; Law Library;
Special Collections and Archives; Art Library; Architecture Library; Music
Library; Agricultural Information Center; Education Library; and six
Science and Engineering Libraries.  Combined holdings total 2.7 million
volumes.  Young Library, opened in April 1998, houses 1.2 million volumes
emphasizing the social sciences, humanities and life sciences.

The University of Kentucky library system functions in a team-based
environment, with a staff of 65 librarians and 121 support staff.    It
serves a student body of 24,000.  The library is a member of ARL, SOLINET,
ASERL, EDUCAUSE, the Center for Research Libraries, and is a regional
depository for federal documents.

The Preservation Department serves the entire UK Libraries system.  It
comprises three units:  Binding, Conservation and Reprographics.  The
Reprographics Unit opened in the 1950's to serve as the major newspaper
filming agent for the state.  From 1983 to 1991, the Unit served as the
center for the Kentucky Newspaper Project.  Since 1992, it has participated
in the SOLINET/ASERL Cooperative Preservation Microfilming Project.  Today,
the Reprographics Unit films 175 current Kentucky newspapers as well as
books, manuscripts, scrapbooks, and other formats for all UK Libraries and
non-UK customers.  In the next decade the Reprographics Unit aims to
broaden its services to include digital technology.


SALARY:  Commensurate with experience and qualifications ($30,000 minimum)

BENEFITS:  Tenure track, faculty rank, 12-month appointment, 22 days annual
leave vacation.  TIAA/CREF, Fidelity and Twentieth Century Annuity plans.

TO APPLY:  Send letter of application, resume and names of three references
to the address listed below:
Ann S. Howell
Administrative Assistant for Personnel
University of Kentucky Libraries
1-85 William T. Young Library
Lexington, KY  40506-0456

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

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