Subject: Position at SOLINET
Preservation Field Service Manager SOLINET The Southeastern Library Network (SOLINET) is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced professional committed to the importance of preserving library and archival collections for the future to lead a dynamic Preservation Field Services program. The Manager of Preservation Field Services directs a team that provides expert training, education, consultation and information/referral, and supports libraries and archives in planning and implementing preservation programs. In addition, the Manager will develop educational programming and expand SOLINET's expertise in the preservation and management of digital resources. As a regional and national leader in preservation, the Manager of Preservation Field Services is responsible for raising awareness of preservation needs, issues, and trends and shaping the future direction of SOLINET with respect to development and delivery of innovative and valuable preservation services for southeastern libraries and archives. SOLINET, a membership organization of libraries in the Southeast and Caribbean, is a nationally recognized leader in preservation education and collaborative preservation solutions for libraries and archives. The Manager of Preservation Field Services will develop in-depth knowledge of members' needs and preservation trends, manage an active training and consulting program, represent SOLINET and members in regional and national forums, participate in organizational planning and evaluation efforts, direct a high-performance Preservation Field Services team, develop and manage budgets and grant projects, and engage with the management team to identify opportunities to expand SOLINET's preservation programming. A successful Manager of Preservation Field Services will have broad knowledge of preservation in libraries and/or archives, specific knowledge and expertise in preservation for digital resources, experience in creating and delivering workshops and presentations, demonstrated leadership ability, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrated team-building skills, and strong planning skills. A MLS and at least 3 years of relevant work experience is required, or equivalent education and experience. Applicants should mail, email or fax current vitas and letters of interest to: Paquita Morris Human Resource Director SOLINET 1438 West Peachtree Street Suite 200 Atlanta, Georgia 30309-2955 800-999-8558 404-892-7879 *** Conservation DistList Instance 20:38 Distributed: Wednesday, February 7, 2007 Message Id: cdl-20-38-035 ***Received on Wednesday, 7 February, 2007