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Subject: Job Posting: Map & Data Services Librarian & Assistant Professor
Date: Thu, 03 May 2007 16:37:26 -0500
From: Chieko Maene <[log in to unmask]>
To: Maps, Air Photo & Geospatial Systems Forum <[log in to unmask]>
Job Vacancy Announcement
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO
http://www.uic.edu/depts/lib/admin/personnel/map_lib.pdf
MAP AND DATA SERVICES LIBRARIAN & ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
The University of Illinois at Chicago Library seeks a dynamic and
energetic librarian to provide reference, research consultation/user
education services for cartographic material and social science data
sets, as well as implementation of GIS applications within the library
and the university community. Reporting to the Associate University
Librarian, the Map and Data Services Librarian is responsible for
building user-centered services and collections for a multi-disciplinary
clientele. This position will collaborate with academic departments to
integrate GIS into the teaching and research needs of the University
which consists of: data collection and dissemination; operation and
maintenance of GIS hardware/software; and relevant user education
services. Additional responsibilities include: developing a relationship
with social sciences data users; performing public services for campus
and community patrons using the full collection of cartographic
materials (maps, aerial photography, and atlases) held by the Library.
Service at the general library reference desk and participation in
general instruction are expected. UIC librarians have faculty status and
are expected to conduct research, publish and contribute to professional
organizations.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides reference, research
consultation, and other forms of assistance to users on how to find,
use, and understand cartographic materials, geospatial data and
geospatial information systems, and social science data sets. Provides
course-related instruction and participates in other user education
activities.
- Works closely with primary users in a wide variety of academic areas
including urban planning, history, earth sciences, public
administration, sociology, political science, architecture, social work,
education, public health.
- Participates in collection development decisions for cartographic
materials and social science data (maps, atlases, remote sensing images,
geospatial data).
- Maintains current awareness of software, hardware, and data
capabilities and availability, including Internet resources.
- Participates in planning, design, and maintenance of web pages that
include specific information about cartographic resources and GIS and
social science data.
- Creates local indexes (property listings, remote sensing products,
aerial photography, etc.).
- Works with other library units to assure consistent policies for the
cataloging of maps, remote sensing imagery, aerial photographs, and data
sets. Creates and reviews metadata for digital geospatial data and data
sets, as needed.
- Serves on Library and University committees as appropriate. Maintains
a broad understanding of Libraries' operations, policies, priorities and
objectives and contributes to these as appropriate.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree from a program accredited by the
American Library Association; two years of professional library
experience or equivalent professional experience; demonstrated knowledge
and experience with using GIS. This includes knowledge of computing
technology, including geospatial data applications; demonstrated
knowledge of maps and cartographic resources and their organization in
an academic setting; experience in providing public service in an
academic library setting in general, along with cartographic materials
in particular. Excellent written and oral communication skills. The
ability to interact positively and work productively with library
colleagues. Academic background in earth sciences or geography, or
experience in a field that utilizes cartographic materials; demonstrated
knowledge of cataloging standards and practice concerning cartographic
materials; public service experience with cartographic materials in a
research library. Ability to meet university standards in research,
publication and professional service commensurate with tenure.
ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Experience working with numeric
data resources, including the ability to install and support relevant
software applications, and ability to download and transform data files
to meet the various needs of users. Experience with user instruction and
collection development; strong computer skills especially in a networked
environment; web site design, development, and maintenance experience.
SALARY/RANK/CONTRACT: Salaries are competitive and based on education
and experience; faculty appointments in the UIC Library begin at
$40,000; faculty status; twelve month appointment; 24 days vacation; two
weeks annual sick leave with additional disability benefits; 11 paid
holidays; medical insurance (contribution based on annual salary;
coverage for dependents may be purchased); a dental plan is available;
life insurance paid for by the State; participation in one of the
retirement options of the Illinois State Universities Retirement System
compulsory (8% of salary is withheld and is tax exempt until
withdrawal); no Social Security coverage but Medicare payment required;
physical examination at University Health Service is required upon
appointment. For fullest consideration apply by July 6, 2007 with cover
letter, supporting resume and the names and addresses of at least three
references to:
Annie Marie Ford
Director of Library Human Resources
University of Illinois at Chicago
Box 8198
Chicago, Illinois 60680
E-mail: [log in to unmask]
Fax: (312) 413-0424
THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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Chieko Maene
Map Librarian
Reference Department
Richard J. Daley Library
University of Illinois at Chicago
801 S. Morgan, M/C 234
Chicago, Illinois 60607 USA
(312) 996-2726
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(Maps and State Documents Librarian at Northwestern, from 5/14/07..)
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