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Head of Access and Research Services

The University of New Brunswick invites applications for the position
of Head, Access and Research Services in the Ward Chipman Library
(Saint John campus).

Responsibilities: The primary responsibility of this position is to
provide reference service to a variety of users on a campus with
significant programs in business, marine biology, nursing and arts.
This includes: organizing the smooth day to day operation of the
Reference/Information desk; overseeing the management of the
Circulation department; formulating and implementing unit goals,
policies and procedures; and, coordinating and developing
bibliographic instruction and orientation sessions. This position
shares responsibility for: staffing the Reference/Information desk;
providing bibliographic instruction; participating in collection
development; and, participating in the general management of the
Library.

Qualifications: Masters degree in library or information science from
an ALA accredited institution; a minimum of 2 years reference
experience in an academic library; excellent interpersonal,
instructional, analytical and communication skills; significant
supervisory experience and demonstrated leadership potential; ability
to work effectively with diverse user groups; in- depth knowledge of
and experience with electronic resources. HTML and other web authoring
experience is desirable.

This is a full-time, continuous appointment position.  Appointment is
expected to be at the Librarian II level with a salary range of:
$42,183 - $54,045. Excellent benefits, subject to the terms of the
Association of University of New Brunswick Teachers collective
agreement,  including annual professional development allowance and
moving allowance.

The University of New Brunswick in Saint John is an expanding campus,
situated in a park overlooking the beautiful Kennebecasis River
valley. Situated on the scenic Bay of Fundy, the city of Saint John is
becoming known for its beauty, high quality of life and low cost of
living.  The campus has a population of over 2700 full-time and
part-time students, with a significant international student
population and a growing number of graduate and undergraduate
programs.  The Ward Chipman Library with 5 professional positions and
13 support staff is part of Information Services and Systems, which
also includes Instructional Technology and Integrated Technology
Services. Visit the Library's home page at:
http://www.unbsj.ca/library/index.htm

Review of applications begins 15 October and will continue until the
position is filled.

Applicants should send a letter of application,  resume and names of
three references to:  Susan H. Collins, Director of Information
Services & Systems, University of New Brunswick, P.O. Box 5050, Saint
John, NB, E2L 4L5

"All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however Canadians
and permanent residents will be given priority.  Applicants should
indicate current citizenship status".


          THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK IS COMMITTED TO
THE PRINCIPLE OF EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.