Opening: Digital Information Management Librarian, Texas Tech University Law Library

Are you looking for a low cost of living, family-oriented, "Five Star Metro" to live in?  But, do you also need a dynamic, growing place to work with collegial and team oriented staff?  We have the ideal opportunity for you in the Giant Side of Texas (http://www.lubbocktexas.com/) at Texas Tech University Law Library.   

The Texas Tech Law School is located on one of the largest campuses in the United States.  The law school, while relatively new (opened in 1967, ABA approved in 1970), is dynamic and growing, with Centers of Excellence in Military Law, Biodefense Law and Water Law; and, Clinic Programs in Civil Practice, Criminal Justice, Tax, and Advanced Dispute Resolution.  The law school recently added a large expansion in April 2008, that includes a generous endowment for advanced technology.  The 28 member library and technology staff has doubled in size during the last 7 years.  Growth and opportunity abound here. 

Lubbock's very low cost of living, excellent weather, and minimal traffic combined with the business casual, collegial, but very professional library environment provide for an ideal job opportunity.  Some day when you advance to your next job, utilizing skills gained here, you will be sad to see Lubbock in your rear view mirror (http://www.twin-music.com/azlyrics/d_file/mac/tex.html). 

Candidates will be required to have a Master's degree in library/information science from an accredited program.  Knowledge of traditional legal bibliography as well as electronic legal information resources.  Demonstrated knowledge of file formats, media/data migration, metadata, database management, and digitization techniques.  Experience in a library's cataloging area with substantial knowledge of cataloging and classification policies, practice and tools such as OCLC and Innovative's Millennium.

Preferred qualifications would include an ABA accredited JD degree, or international equivalent.  Knowledge of electronic and traditional cataloging standards and emerging cataloging standards, such as Functional Requirements for Bibliographic Records. Experience with relevant thesauri and one or more metadata schemas or tools.  The skill of coordinating projects with minimal guidance.  Showing initiative and being self-motivated, while having a strong customer service orientation, is of the highest importance.   

The position offers a very competitive salary and benefits, including health care insurance, retirement options, and other state employee benefits.

The position is a full-time, 12 month, tenure-track position available June 1, 2008. Initial appointment is for one year at the rank of Librarian; reappointment and tenure decisions are based on librarianship (e.g., professional performance), scholarship, and service.

For more information about the position and the law library please visit http://www.law.ttu.edu/lawlibrary/, if you have questions, contact Sue Kelleher at sue.kelleher@ttu.edu or call at 806-742-3990, ext. 298. 

To apply: Complete the online application at https://jobs.texastech.edu.  For questions on applying, contact the Texas Tech University Personnel Department at (806) 742-3851 ext. 238.  Texas Tech University is an EEO/AA/ADA Employer. REQ #76516