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Position Description:
Library Coordinator for Distance Services
Reference Services
Rochester Institute of Technology
Wallace Library
This position spans department boundaries (both in and out
of the library); the incumbent must have exceptional
organizational and interpersonal skills and be able to work
effectively with a variety of people. Position requires
creativity and the vision to create new library services in
response to a rapidly changing environment. Also requires
the ability to determine user needs without face-to-face
contact.
Investigates trends and new technologies related to
Distance Learning library services. Provides leadership in
evaluating and adopting new technologies and implements or
works with appropriate library departments to implement new
services. Assists in preparation of long-term planning and
direction of distance learning library services impacted by
technology. Instructs distance learners in use of library
services utilizing web-based technologies, multimedia
presentations, and on-line communication. Assists at the
reference desk.
Works with library departments, the Office of Distance
Learning and with instructional faculty and Coordinates the
delivery of library services to Distance Learners. Assists
Distance Learners with special technical issues related to
the use of library resources including: assistance with
electronic resources and troubleshooting of basic computer
problems, web difficulties, etc. providing referrals to
appropriate departments/personnel as needed. Develops
reciprocal/contractual borrowing agreements with other
libraries as appropriate.
Requirement: Bachelors degree in Information-technology
based field OR MLS or Masters Degree in Information
Technology/related field
Skills and Experience: Experience with implementing broad-
based services impacting multiple departments. Experience
with hardware (PC & Mac) and software issues relating to
user access to info. Basic knowledge of computer networks
and Internet applications including: e-mail, and a variety
of Internet browsers, readers, Internet conferencing tools
and plug-in modules. Ability to use Internet protocols for
the delivery and retrieval of documents. Microcomputer
troubleshooting skills. Basic knowledge of online and CD-
ROM based database searching. Basic knowledge of web
authoring and design. Excellent written and oral
communication skills. Presentation/instruction experience.
Customer service experience.
Salary commensurate with experience. Generous benefits
package. R.I.T. is a co-educational, privately endowed
Institute, enrolling 13,230 full and part-time
undergraduate and graduate students preparing for technical
and professional careers. Preference will be given to
applications received prior to April 15, 1998, but will be
accepted until the position is filled. Send resume and the
names of three references to: Ms. Susan Gioia, Staff
Assistant to the Director, Wallace Library, Rochester
Institute of Technology, 90 Lomb Memorial Drive, Rochester,
NY 14623-5604.
Visit our web site at http://wally2.rit.edu. RIT is an
EOE/AA Employer.
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