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Subject: UVa Job opening - - Data and Geographical Information Librarian
Date: Wed, 2 Jan 2013 21:48:28 +0000
From: Selby, Barbara (bms8z) <[log in to unmask]>
Position Description - Data and Geographical Information Librarian
This position takes a leading role in providing library services related
to data and geographical information, focusing on but not limited to
government information sources. Residing within the Research and
Information Services unit of the Humanities and Social Sciences Services
department, this position will establish strong ties with the library's
newly formed research data support service unit, in order to provide
researchers with comprehensive services related to the creation,
management, use and discovery of data. The position's focus is on
helping users locate existing sources of data, helping users access and
utilize those sources, and acquiring new sources as necessary. In
addition, the position provides services related to geographical content
in all formats, working with the GIS experts located in the Scholars' Lab.
Qualifications
* Master's Degree in Library/Information Science or
post-graduate degree in a related discipline
* At least 2 years of relevant experience
* Working knowledge of available data sources from the federal
government and IGOs, especially Census Bureau data
* Ability to access, manipulate and display third-party data and
a working knowledge of software tools and web applications (American
FactFinder, Dataferret, etc) available for these purposes
* Ability to manage the library's geographical and map
collections in all formats, including paper and digital
* Strong public service orientation
* Ability to provide reference services to library users through
one-on-one consultation and through virtual methods
* Ability to work as part of cross-departmental teams
* Well-developed organization and planning skills
* Exceptional ability to think innovatively and strategically in
order to solve complex problems
* Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication
skills, including the ability to teach and present in front of groups
Salary and Benefits: Competitive depending on qualifications. This
position has University Staff status with excellent benefits, including
22 days of vacation and TIAA/CREF and other retirement plans.
To Apply: Review of applications will begin on 12/17/2012 and continue
until the position is filled. Applicants must apply through the
University of Virginia online employment website at
https://jobs.virginia.edu/ Search by posting number 0611282,complete
application, and attach cover letter and resume, with contact
information for three current, professional references. For assistance
with this process contact Al Sapienza, Associate Dean for Library
Administration at (434) 243-8636.
The University of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
employer strongly committed to achieving excellence through cultural
diversity. The University actively encourages applications and
nominations from members of underrepresented groups.
Barbie
Barbie Selby
Regional Federal Depository Librarian
Alderman Library
University of Virginia
P.O. Box 400154
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4154
434-982-2677
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