Head of Circulation, University of Maine, Farmington, ME

The Mantor Library at the University of Maine at Farmington is searching for a Head of Circulation, responsible for managing all facets of the circulation function of Mantor Library and its collection. The position coordinates interlibrary and intra-library loan services for the campus, as well as course reserves. The position also manages the student workers who handle routine library functions and operate the building at night, on weekends, and on snow days. As a member of the professional staff, this position is part of the Information Literacy Program, provides reference services, and contributes to library decision-making in policies, general procedures, and collection development.

The successful candidate must have:

• Professional degree (MLS, or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited program

• Demonstrated abilities in the areas of organization, management, and interpersonal communication

• Reasonably demonstrated knowledge of library skills gained through professional employment or advanced library science course work from an ALA accredited institution

• Experience in the supervision of student workers and/or other employees

• Experience in an academic or large public library’s access services department

• Proficiency in the use of an integrated library computer system, including its circulation, reserve, and interlibrary loan operations.

Preference will be given to candidates with the following:

• Three to five years of experience working in an academic library

• Experience with Innovative Interfaces, Inc. integrated library system

• Experience with access services in a consortia environment

For complete information, please consult the position’s job description.

How to Apply: Applicant should submit all materials at maine.hiretouch.com. Applicants must upload a cover letter and a CV/resume. Applicants also need to complete the affirmative action survey, the self-identification of disability form, and the self-identification of veteran status form.

Appropriate background checks are required. Incomplete application materials will not be considered. Review of applications will begin February 27, 2017 and continue until the position is filled. The position will begin May 1, 2017.

Please email questions to Bryce Cundick, Chair, Search Committee at [email protected]

THE UNIVERSITY:

Established in 1864 as Maine’s first public institution of higher education, with historic and continued strength in teacher education and a contemporary role as Maine’s public liberal arts college, the University of Maine at Farmington offers undergraduate programs in arts and sciences, teacher education, and human services. A commitment to sustainability informs all facilities projects, including our LEED certified Education Center, the Emery Community Arts Center, which opened in fall, 2011 and our 80 geothermal well field which came online fall, 2013. UMF has the highest graduation rates in the University of Maine System. UMF is a founding member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges, which includes twenty-six public colleges and universities dedicated to the liberal arts tradition and quality undergraduate education. The Farmington area is rich in cultural offerings and recreational opportunities. The natural beauty of its mountains, lakes, woods, and streams draws people to the region. Please check out our home page at: www.umf.maine.edu.

All UMS employees are required to comply with applicable policies and procedures, as well as to complete applicable workplace related screenings, and required employee trainings, such as Information Security, Safety Training, Workplace Violence, and Sexual Harassment.

The University of Maine is an EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.