Includes "...and the Libraries' General Map Collection."


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Subject: Position Announcement: Documents Coordinator and Political
Science Liaison at the University of North Texas
Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2013 13:30:00 +0000
From: Silva, Jesse <[log in to unmask]>
Reply-To: Discussion of Government Document Issues <[log in to unmask]>
To: [log in to unmask]

Hi Everyone,
My time in Texas is coming to a close, but before I leave I wanted to
encourage anyone interested in a vibrant supportive opportunity in
government documents to apply for the Documents Coordinator and
Political Science Liaison at the University of North Texas.

UNT has a great documents collection with a large friendly &
knowledgeable staff, and there are plans in the works to showcase the
documents collection like never before.  I would be thrilled to stay and
partake in this adventure but family obligations are pulling me back to
California.
To apply go to: facultyjobs.unt.edu<http://facultyjobs.unt.edu> and
search for position number 6000894.  Position information also copied below.
I am available to talk about my experience at UNT.  Please email me at
[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>.
Thanks,
Jesse Silva



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Rank/Title: Asst. Librarian/Assoc. Librarian or Librarian

Job Summary/Basic Function:
The Documents Coordinator is responsible for administering the
multi-format Government Document Collection, the Libraries' Legal
Collection, and the Libraries' General Map Collection. The librarian
ensures that all departmental public services and technical services
activities meet or exceed the standards set by the Federal Depository
Library Program as well as those of the UNT Libraries. Duties also
included providing reference services, assisting with collection
development, and teaching library instruction sessions.

The Documents Coordinator will provide liaison services for the
Department of Political Science. Liaison duties include providing
instruction, research assistance, assisting with collection development,
and other collaborations with the students and faculty of the Department
of Political Science. The librarian exercises broad independent judgment
and authority under the general direction of the Eagle Commons Library
Department Head. The librarian serves on library committees and work
groups as assigned.

The Documents Coordinator works with the Eagle Commons Library
Department Head to coordinate the development of departmental goals and
objectives to support the Libraries' Strategic Plan and improve public
access to the federal and state documents, both physical and electronic.

* Responsible for the overall activities of the Government Documents
Unit including public and technical services activities, web content and
digital projects development.
* Evaluates operations of the Government Documents Unit to make best use
of technology and staff, including prioritization of projects.
* Serves as the primary contact to the Federal Depository Library
Program, as administered by the Government Printing Office.
* Serves as the primary contact to the Texas State Library and Archives
Commission in working to maintain access to the State of Texas
government publications.
* Actively promotes the collections and services to the University,
outside organizations and community groups through outreach
events,public speaking, and marketing initiatives.
* Responsible for collection development of the federal and state
documents collections (physical and electronic) as well as the
Libraries' Legal Collection and General Maps Collection.
* Collaborates with the Collection Development Liaison Librarian to meet
the collection development needs of the Department of Political Science.
* Collaborates with the Assistant Dean of Digital Libraries to initiate
and/or manage partnerships with state and federal agencies to provide
permanent public access to electronic government information.
* Collaborates with the Assistant Dean of Digital Libraries and
Assistant Dean of External Relations to initiate, manage, and seek
external funding for digitization projects involving government information.
* Fosters collaborative relationships with other institutions to provide
permanent public access to government information and market depository
library services.
* Fosters positive relations with faculty, students, and staff and
promotes the University's and Libraries' commitment to diversity.
* Performs reference services, guest lectures, faculty liaison duties,
and serves on Library and University Committees as needed.

Librarian rank will be determined by the Library Personnel Affairs
Committee through review of the selected candidate's education,
experience,scholarly and professional involvement, and service. Salary
commensurate with experience. Complete information about Librarian rank
can be found at
http://www.library.unt.edu/administrativeoffice/employment/librarian/academic-ranks-for-librarians/
Minimum Qualifications:
* ALA-accredited master's degree in library or information sciences or
an international equivalent.
* Five years' experience as a Federal Depository Library Coordinator.
* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
* Demonstrated ability to adjust priorities, manage time wisely, and
make quick effective decisions in a fast-paced environment.
* Demonstrated aptitude for thinking creatively and developing products
and services, such as publications, training materials, workshops,
conferences, and other tools.
* Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to establish positive and
productive collaborations with faculty and library departments and
divisions.
* Knowledge of current issues in government information policy and of
rules and regulations of federal depository library programs.
Preferred Qualifications:
* 1 year supervisory experience, preferably in an academic environment.
* Experience managing digital projects.
* Experience creating and maintaining subject guides or other online
tools for classes and subjects such as LibGuides.
* Experience in collection development for an academic or research library.
* Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software,
statistical data set software, and numeric data.
* Demonstrated management skills, including managing employees,
scheduling, budgeting, and leadership skills.
* Demonstrated contribution to the profession with scholarly
publications and/or presentations and through contributions to
professional organizations appropriate to the level of appointment.
Closing Date: Open Until Search Closed
Review of Applications Begins: 12-01-2013
Required Applicant Documents:

Curriculum Vita
Cover Letter
Other Document
List of Names and Contact Information of Three References

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Include a brief statement on your philosophy of service and collections
related to government information.