From: Katy Ginanni <[log in to unmask]>
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2015 15:43:02 +0000

Hi all,

Please forgive duplication. If you’d like a copy of the longer version
of this ad, please write me directly (email address below).

Western Carolina University's Hunter Library seeks a Collection
Development Librarian to play a key role in both the assessment of the
Hunter Library’s collection strategies and the maintenance of the
collection itself. This position will articulate the direction,
balance and emphasis of all collections, as well as formulate and
update policies. The Collection Development Librarian will coordinate
and support the work of the liaisons to academic departments in their
efforts to develop collections in their areas, and will direct the
work of 1 support staff. The Collection Development Librarian analyzes
collection growth, usage, material costs, expenditures, etc., in an
effort to inform decisions regarding the library’s collections, to
project budgetary needs, and to develop collection strategies. This
position works collaboratively with library colleagues to holistically
assess the library collections, to identify its strengths and
weaknesses, and to create a regular collection review schedule. This
position will also work with the teaching faculty and library liaisons
who are planning new programs or courses or preparing for
accreditation visits. Other duties include collection maintenance and
weeding; monitoring publishing trends in all formats; and evaluating
new resource requests and trials. This librarian will play a key role
in coordinating major cancellation projects and spending one-time,
end-of-year funds. The successful candidate will be professionally
engaged, forward-thinking, collaborative, and up to the challenge of
providing necessary resources for a variety of programs, including
online and distance education initiatives.

To learn more about the qualifications for and salary range of this
position and about Hunter Library and Western Carolina University,
access our online employment system at:

https://jobs.wcu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=53986.

Western Carolina University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer.  Proper documentation of identity and employability are
required at the time of employment.  Final candidates for employment
are subject to a criminal background check.  All new employees are
required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until
the position is filled.

Katy Ginanni, Acquisitions Librarian & Asst Professor
Hunter Library
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC 28723
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