UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN

DIRECTORATE OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS & SERVICES
Library & Information Services

Technical Services Manager
£27,545 - £32,537 per annum

Applications are invited for the post of Technical Services Manager within 
the University of Aberdeen's Library Services.  The successful candidate 
will direct and co-ordinate the work of the Acquisitions, Serials and 
Inter-Library Loans service units, and will also act as the primary contact 
for collection management activities.

You will have:
·       a degree and/or postgraduate qualification in Library/Information 
Studies
·       a minimum of five year's experience of senior level responsibility 
for managing and delivery of library and information services and possess:
·       the leadership, motivation and communication skills to manage 
people and change successfully
·       flair and ability to develop rapidly all areas of responsibility in 
terms of effectiveness and value for money
·       a commitment to innovation

While responsibility for the Cataloguing and Project Team is not directly a 
part of the Technical Service Manager's remit, a knowledge of MARC and 
AACR2 is highly desirable.

Please note that previous applicants need not apply.

Informal enquiries are very welcome to Carole Munro, Librarian and Manager, 
Library Services on (01224) 273321 (email [log in to unmask]), or visit our 
website at http://www.abdn.ac.uk/diss.

Application forms and further particulars are available from Human 
Resources, University Office, University of Aberdeen, King's College, 
Aberdeen AB24 3FX, telephone (01224) 272727 quoting reference number 
UQM139AX.  A 24-hour answering service is in operation.

Closing date:  Friday 27 September 2002-08-30

Promoting Diversity and Equal Opportunities throughout the University


Jennifer Beavan
Queen Mother Library, University of Aberdeen
Meston Walk
Aberdeen AB24 3UE
tel. 01224 272588