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Director, Information Commons, Loyola University (Chicago) (March 2007)

Director, Information Commons -- Loyola University Chicago -- Illinois

Loyola University Chicago
University Libraries

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
March 2007

Director, Information Commons

Loyola University Chicago seeks an enthusiastic, service-oriented librarian to provide leadership for an exciting new facility, the Information Commons (IC). A partnership with Information Technology Services (ITS), the IC will provide 24-hour reference assistance with a full range of technology equipment and services aimed at undergraduates. A primary objective is to more closely integrate library and technology services with Loyola's curriculum while meeting IC program goals of collaboration, connectivity, and community. The building will open early 2008. For more information, go to http://libraries.luc.edu/about/ic/index.shtml.

The IC Director is a library department head who supervises four staff and numerous student assistants, and works with the Head of Reference and ITS to plan programs and services and manages daily operations. Evening and weekend hours are expected.

Position available: July 1, 2007. Salary: $70,000 Qualifications: Required: an ALA-accredited M.L.S.; library technology experience and expertise; knowledge of the use of technology in a University environment; supervisory experience; excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills; a strong team-oriented attitude; and knowledge and understanding of the Information Commons philosophy and concept. Desirable: a second masters in computer science or related field; Web authoring skills; experience with photo, video and/or audio editing; reference experience.

Applications: Loyola University Chicago requires applicants for all positions to register via an online system. Instructions and more information can be found at:
www.careers.luc.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=51125.

As part of that registration process, applicants should provide in electronic format a current resume and a letter of application. Application deadline: April 16, 2007.