POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Posted November 1, 1998


                     Oswego State University
                      Director of Libraries

Oswego State University invites applications and nominations for the
position of Director of Libraries. Oswego State is a comprehensive
institution of 8,000 students, offering 60 undergraduate and graduate
programs including graduate degrees in business, education, and liberal
arts. An integral part of the historically rich southeastern shore of Lake
Ontario, Oswego State is one of 64 institutions within the State
University of New York (SUNY)  system. The library has a commitment to
faculty and student research, a strong service orientation and an
excellent instruction program. The physical library collection includes
450,000 volumes, 180,000 Government Documents (Selective Federal
Depository), 1.8 million microform units, 43,000 AV units and 2,000
periodicals. Special Collections includes over 6800 separately cataloged
items and 2800 cubic feet of processed archival records and manuscripts.
Electronic services include an integrated library management system
(DRA/MultiLIS), 43 CD-ROM titles, 3 major internet-based database
services, and access to Internet resources through the library's web site
at http://www.oswego.edu/library. The library maintains consortial
relationships with libraries and campuses within the area, region and
state. 

The Director of Libraries will provide vision, leadership, planning and
resources for an experienced and knowledgeable library staff of 16 faculty
and 22 support staff. The Director reports to the Provost/Vice President
for Academic Affairs and, as a member of the Provost's Advisory Council
with Deans and Vice Presidents, participates in academic planning and
policy making for the college. The Director is responsible for the overall
planning and management of all library operations, resources and services,
and administers a budget of approximately $2 million. The position of
Director offers exciting challenges and opportunities and requires
leadership and initiative to continue the library's vital role in
supporting the curriculum. Qualifications include: a clear vision of the
issues impacting libraries, particularly those involving technology;
ability to serve as advocate, spokesperson, and leader for the library's
mission and services at the campus and SUNY levels; demonstrated ability
to work within a collaborative and collegial framework and to foster this
ability in others; proven success in strategic planning and policy
initiatives; a record of scholarly and professional achievement
appropriate for continuing appointment on this campus. An ALA-accredited
MLS and a record of increasing responsibility in academic library
administration are required. Additional advanced degrees and/or
fundraising experience a plus. Competitive salary commensurate with
experience. 

Review of applications will begin December 21, 1998 and will continue
until the position is filled. Send letter of application, curriculum vita,
official transcripts and three letters of reference to: 

              Darlene Abrantes, President's Office
            Search Committee for Director of Libraries
                   Oswego State University
                    Oswego, New York 13126

                                                 

Oswego State University is an Affirmative Action Employer.