Head of Technical Services - Moody Medical Library **Galveston, Texas, United States** Executive - Business Professional UTMB Health Requisition # 2405571 **Job Description:** **Function:** The Head of Technical Services provides leadership, coordination and administration of all technical services operations and procedures including acquisitions, serials, cataloging, collection development of digital & print resources, and supervises professional and support staff. **Scope:** Moody Medical Library and all schools **_Essential Job Functions:_** + Manages and executes all technical service functions and procedures including acquisitions, cataloging, processing and serials control + Coordinates collection development of digital and print resources + Manages and maintains the automated and integrated library systems and other applications that support library services + Maintains an accurate and current record of library collections + Maintains current awareness of new products, developments and standards in technical services and library technology + Communicates with vendors and contributes to negotiation and licensing of library resources + Creates documentation and instructs staff on automated systems, new technology and technical service procedures + Facilitates access to electronic resources + Evaluates, revises and formulates policies related to technical services + Maintains statistics and produces related management reports + Investigates, evaluates and implements continuous improvement of technical services operations + Responsible for the recruitment, retentions and development of the technical services staff including performance appraisals, discipline, hiring and interviewing + Leads staff meetings and represents the department at meetings, within the UTMB community, and with other libraries and librarians throughout the region and the country + Participates in relevant conferences, workshops, seminars and serves as a member on appropriate planning groups + Evaluates unit performance in meeting operational goals and objectives + Develops goals and objectives, assesses future needs and develops both short- and long-range plans + Performs other library duties and participates in special projects as needed **Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:** + Advanced proficiency in descriptive cataloging and subject classification of health-related materials in all formats, including rare books and manuscripts + Experience with managing integrated library systems + Demonstrated knowledge of AACR2R, MARC format, NLM, LC classification, authority control and bibliographic utilities + Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in library automation technology + Demonstrated ability to work quickly, prioritize and manage tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, professional environment + Meticulous attention to detail, efficiency and thoroughness + Strong leadership, analytical, organizational and project management skills + Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communications skills + Excellent problem-solving skills; displays good judgment in decision-making and project management + Ability to work well independently and collaboratively in a team environment + Ability to train and work effectively with individuals at all levels + Strong commitment to superior customer service + Advanced proficiency in Windows applications, Microsoft Office and Outlook **Minimum Qualifications:** + Master’s degree in library science from an American Library Association-accredited library school + 5 to 7 years of related managerial experience in library technical services **Equal Employment Opportunity:** UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation