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Position Announcement:  Head Librarian, Memphis College of
Art

Position:  As the head of a small, specialized art library
(approximately 16,000 volumes), the Head Librarian is
responsible for developing and overseeing the policies and
procedures for library operation and services.  The
Librarian is a faculty member, participating on committees
and attending faculty meetings.  Reporting to the Academic
Dean and working in a collegiate setting, the Librarian is
expected to work effectively with all constituencies of the
college, inlcuding faculty, students, and staff.  Duties
include:  Recruit, train, and supervise 12-15 student
workers; coordinate with the activities and budget of the
slide curator; evaluate and develop all areas of the
collection, including serials and electronic resources;
coordinate reference services and bibliographic instruction;
plan, budget, and monitor expenditures; oversee audiovisual
equipment and library computers; maintain acquisition
records, card catalog and shelflist, and circulation
database; represent the library in consortia and local
organizations; handle ILL requests.

Position to begin on or before March 23, 1998.

Required qualifications:  ALA-accredited MLS; knowledge of
library technologies; excellent written and oral
communication skills; good sense of humor.

Desired qualifications:  BA or BFA in art-related area;
supervisory experience; participation in professional
organizations; experience in a college setting.

Salary:  Competitive; MCA offers an attractive benefits
package, including TIAA/CREF retirement; 2 weeks off at
winter break and 1 week at spring break in addition to
regular vacation time.

Applications:  Qualified candidates must submit a letter of
application, resume, and three professional references by
January 12, 1998 (or until position is filled) to:  Library
Search, Memphis College of Art, 1930 Poplar Ave., Memphis,
TN  38104-2746.

Memphis College of Art is an equal opportunity employer.

Founded in 1936, Memphis College of Art is an independent
professional college of art and design, granting Bachelor of
Fine Arts and Master of Fine Arts degrees.  Fully accredited
by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and
National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD),
MCA is a member of the Association of Independent Colleges
of Art and Design (AICAD).  The College is located in
342-acre Overton Park in mid-town Memphis.