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Subject:        request for applications for Head, Map and Imagery Laboratory,
UC Santa Barbara
Date:   Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:43:24 -0800 (GMT-08:00)
From:   Mary Larsgaard <[log in to unmask]>





I strongly encourage interested persons to apply
for this position. It's a superb collection, with
always something going on.

Mary


HEAD, MAP AND IMAGERY LABORATORY


The UCSB Library is seeking an energetic and innovative librarian who
will work proactively and collaboratively to advance the services and
resources of the Library’s nationally recognized Map and Imagery
Department’s print and digital resources. Key to this position will be
the initiative to continue developing cartographic resources and
databases for advanced research through collaboration with faculty and
other libraries with map and geospatial collections.


     RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of the Associate University Librarian for Collection
Development, the Head of the Map and Imagery Laboratory (MIL) is
responsible for the organization, administration, and management of the
department. The department has a staff of 4.5 fte and numerous student
assistants. Grants, internships, and external business partners fund
additional departmental support.

The Head of MIL is responsible for strategic planning and development,
providing leadership for digital project development to enhance and
promote the use and access to the library’s vast collections.
Collaborates with faculty to develop cartographic research resources and
expand partnerships on campus. Collaborates with other libraries within
UC and nationally to develop cartographic resources and databases.
Serves as the library’s liaison and expert on topics and issues relating
to maps and cartographic services.

Responsible for all aspects of collection management and development for
cartographic resources and imagery. Supervises cataloging, metadata
creation and classification of maps, geospatial databases, and
remote-sensing images. Assists and advises in the design of
bibliographic and administrative databases in support of MIL operations.
Oversees preservation and maintenance of map and cartographic materials
collections. Supervises reference service and instruction relating to
MIL resources, and provides in-depth reference. Administers the
department’s external partnerships with computer searching services.
Performs outreach activities to promote MIL services.


     QUALIFICATIONS:

*Required* - – ALA accredited MLS. Strong knowledge of cartographic and
geospatial resources including maps, remote-sensing images, and aerial
photos in both hard copy and digital form. Demonstrated experience in
planning for and implementing digitization of cartographic resources.
Experience in reference and collection management of cartographic
resources collections in multiple formats. Demonstrated expertise
working with digital geospatial data. Supervisory or project management
experience and excellent managerial skills. Ability to work
collaboratively with faculty on advanced research projects. Strong
commitment to excellence in public service. Demonstrated initiative and
flexibility. Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication
skills. Knowledgeable about current and emerging trends and technologies
in cartographic resources.

*Preferred* - Advanced degree and /or training in cartography, Geography
or related field. Experience creating metadata and working with metadata
software (e.g. CONTENTdm; MSAccess, php, MySQL). Experience using
standard cataloging tools (AACR most current edition; MARC 21).
Experience with UNIX command line skills, Adobe Photoshop; ESRI GIS
software;, Webpage work (MTML). Experience in proposal writing and grant
management.


     ENVIRONMENT:

Located in the Davidson Library , the Map and Imagery Laboratory (MIL)
houses extensive collections of maps and aerial photos, including 6
million hard copy items and 1.2 million digital items. The Laboratory is
nationally recognized for the quantity of geospatial data it holds and
the availability of equipment for utilizing both analog and digital
materials. The Laboratory provides technologies for integrating diverse
information formats. It is the home of the Alexandria Digital Library
(ADL) providing Internet geospatial searching as well as data access.
The Map and Imagery Lab (MIL) serves the academic and research needs of
the University of California , the state university system, the business
community, federal and state government, and other domestic and foreign
educational institutions.

The UCSB library is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity,
innovation, and collaboration. The Library is an active partner and full
participant in the educational journey of discovery that centers on
research, scholarship, creativity, and a dynamically evolving teaching
and learning environment. The library collections include nearly three
million volumes, digitized collections, government documents,
sophisticated electronic resources, and numerous Special Collections.
The Library’s memberships include ARL, CRL, CLIR, and SPARC. The Library
is also an active participant in the California Digital Library. Central
to the campus skyline as well as to its mission, the UCSB Library takes
pride in providing outstanding service to all its clientele.

UC, Santa Barbara occupies a picturesque 989-acre palm and eucalyptus
lined plateau overlooking the Pacific Ocean. UCSB is one of ten campuses
of the University of California system. The University of California is
widely recognized as the preeminent public university system in the
world. UCSB is ranked as a category-1 research university by the
Carnegie Commission, and is an elected member of the Association of
American Universities. Offering a full range of undergraduate and
graduate degrees, the campus serves some 20,000 students and has over
900 full time faculty, including members of leading academic societies
as well as fellows and winners of national academic honors and Nobel
Prize Laureates. US News & World Reports guide to “America’s Best
Colleges” ranks UCSB as one of the best public universities in the nation.

Salary commensurate with qualifications, including a monthly
administrative stipend. Consideration of applications begins *August 7,
2009* and continues until the position is filled. Send cover letter,
resume and names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of
three references to: *
Detrice Bankhead
Associate University Librarian, Human Resources
Davidson Library
University of California
Santa Barbara, CA 93106-9010*

Applications may also be sent via email – *[log in to unmask]*

/Appointment and/or continued employment is contingent on successful
completion of a background check./


         The University of California, Santa Barbara is an Equal
         Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and invites
         applications from all who meet the stated qualifications.