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Subject: Map Librarian position at UCSD
Date: Wed, 08 Feb 2006 16:37:17 -0800
From: Megan Dreger <[log in to unmask]>
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Hi,
The University of California, San Diego is recruiting for a Map Librarian. Please see the position description below or online ( http://orpheus.ucsd.edu/fac/SSHLMapLibrarian.htm ). I'd be happy to answer any questions about the position or about UCSD!
--Megan
Megan Dreger
Head - Data, Government, Geographic Information Services
Social Sciences & Humanities Library
University of California, San Diego
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Map Librarian
Social Sciences & Humanities Libraries
University of California, San Diego
THE UCSD LIBRARIES - University of California, San Diego
Map Librarian
Social Sciences & Humanities Library
Preferred appointment level: Assistant Librarian II - Associate Librarian IV with an approximate salary range of $41,376 - $53,676.
The Libraries of the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) seek applications from enthusiastic, creative, and user-oriented library professionals to join an enthusiastic staff engaged in defining and shaping the future of map and GIS library services for the UCSD Libraries. The UCSD Libraries are committed to making access to research information for faculty and students as efficient and convenient as technology, innovation, and resources will allow.
The University and the Libraries
With a current enrollment of over 26,000 students, UCSD is a powerful magnet for those seeking a fresh, innovative approach to education and research. In just four decades, the campus has achieved international distinction for its educational excellence, research strength and institutional flexibility. Ranked fifth in the nation and first in the University of California system in federal R&D funding, UCSD annually attracts over $627 million in research. The National Research Council ranks the campus 10th nationally in the excellence of its graduate programs and quality of its faculty. US News & World Report ranks UCSD 7th nationally overall among public national universities. UCSD has entered a period of major growth with planned enrollment expected to reach 28,365 by 2010. The UCSD Libraries are widely recognized as integral partners in the development and provision of innovative, responsive, and effective information services vital to the University's instructional and research enterprise.
The UCSD Libraries, a member of the Association of Research Libraries, consist of ten campus libraries¹ with combined collections of more than three million volumes. Integrated services dependent on information technology are a hallmark of the UCSD Libraries. Recent projects include desktop delivery of journal articles, network delivery of digital audio, multilingual character interfaces, patron initiated interlibrary loan, wireless network access, and a vigorous and ambitious Digital Library Program. Components of the information infrastructure include INNOPAC, the integrated library system; the UCSD campus web site; and the UCSD Libraries Web site, an integrated portal for access to library collections and services. UCSD works actively and collaboratively with the other nine UC libraries and the California Digital Library to develop and manage shared collections and services available to all UC faculty and students.
The Social Sciences & Humanities Library
The Social Sciences and Humanities Library is the center for the University's intellectual resources in the social sciences and humanities disciplines, providing collections and services aimed at all levels of clientele, from first-year students to seasoned scholars. Collections comprise 1.5 million printed volumes (including a 40,000 volume Reference Collection), almost 1 million government publications, over 3000 serials, and access to over 200 electronic databases. We view traditional and innovative outreach, instruction, and reference services, along with client-centered access services, as an integral corollary to our strong collections in fulfilling the educational needs of our sophisticated clientele. The staff comprises 17 librarians, 44 career staff, and approximately 21 FTE student employees.
Responsibilities of the Position
The Map Librarian, reporting to the Head of Data, Government, and Geographic Information Services, is responsible for managing and developing the Social Sciences & Humanities Library's map, aerial photograph, and geospatial data collections in support of teaching and research at UCSD.
Primary duties include providing reference and research consultation for cartographic materials, participating in outreach and user education programs related to maps and geospatial data, building and developing map and geospatial data collections, developing map collection web pages, and collaborating with the GIS Coordinator to support GIS services and to better integrate GIS skills into instruction and learning campus-wide. This position will also consult across the UCSD Libraries regarding current and future map collection and service needs, and work together with other University of California map librarians on collaborative purchase and cataloging projects.
The incumbent participates in the programs and services of the SSHL Research Services unit, including general reference and information services. Evening and weekend hours are required.
UCSD librarians are expected to participate in library-wide and system-wide planning and governance, and to be professionally active.
Required Qualifications
* Professional degree from a library school or other appropriate degree or equivalent experience in one or more fields relevant to library services.
* Demonstrated knowledge of map librarianship and GIS services.
* Familiarity with geographic information systems (e.g. ArcGIS) and their application in libraries.
* Demonstrated knowledge of the management and development of cartographic and geospatial data collections.
* Experience or coursework in developing and delivering discipline-related instruction sessions.
* Experience or coursework in reference service in an academic library.
* Strong computer skills and the ability to use technology in the delivery of services.
* Strong commitment to providing excellent public service.
* Ability to work both independently, and in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
* Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty and colleagues.
Desirable Qualifications
* Academic background or experience in geography or related field.
* Experience with promoting GIS and geographical applications for use in education and research.
* Demonstrated knowledge of print and electronic social sciences resources.
* Demonstrated success in reference service, instruction, and collection development in an academic or research library.
* Knowledge of statistical sources and government information resources.
Benefits
In addition to a technologically state-of-the-art and intellectually stimulating environment, UCSD offers a highly competitive compensation package that includes choices for medical, dental and optical programs; excellent retirement programs; tax-savings programs; life, automobile and short/long-term disability insurance; relocation reimbursement; outstanding recreational facilities; innovative training programs; generous professional development funding; domestic partner benefits; and on-campus childcare.
Librarians at UCSD are academic appointees and entitled to appropriate professional leave and all other perquisites granted to non-faculty academic personnel. Applicants interested in employment opportunities for spouses/partners are encouraged to consider the UCSD Academic Job Opportunities Bulletin, the UCSD Staff Employment Opportunity Bulletin, or employment opportunities at other education and research institutions in San Diego.
Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States as established by providing documents specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Application consideration begins March 31, 2006 and will continue until the position is filled. Send application letter including a statement of qualifications, a full resume of education and relevant experience, and the names of at least three persons who are knowledgeable about your qualifications for this position to [log in to unmask] or to UCSD, Amanda M. Lawhorn - Library Human Resources, 9500 Gilman Drive Dept. 0175-H, La Jolla, CA 92093-0175. Telephone: 858.534.1279; Confidential Fax: 858.534.8634.
UCSD is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and specifically seeks candidates who can actively contribute to an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Applicants are invited to preview campus diversity resources and programs at 'Diversity at UC San Diego'.
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