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>> POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
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>> POSITION:  Senior Geological Librarian (Supportive Scientist PG21)
>>
>> LOCATION:  The Illinois State Geological Survey (ISGS), a division of
>> the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, is a premier state
>> geological survey serving the needs of Illinois by providing
>> geoscience information relevant to the State's environmental quality,
>> economic vitality and public safety. The ISGS is  located on the
>> campus of the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana, a cultural
>> and educational center that is ranked as one of the top ten "high
>> tech" cities in the US. The area provides an attractive combination
>> of small-city convenience and quality of life with ready access to
>> world-class laboratory and academic facilities, Big Ten athletic
>> events and internationally acclaimed cultural opportunities.
>>
>> BRIEF DESCRIPTION:  Develop, manage, coordinate and supervise the
>> operation, customized library services (including reference service
>> and bibliographic instruction), and personnel of the Library and Map
>> Room.  Collect, organize and maintain the book and non-book
>> collections of the Library and Map Room on Illinois geology and
>> related fields.  Oversee increasing digital access of library,
>> publications and map information. Acquire, organize and maintain all
>> the collections and materials that are the responsibility of the
>> Library and Map Room.  Ensure that all library services are provided
>> to Survey staff and assist visitors in the use of the Library and Map
>> Room. Coordinate cross-functional support services.  Ensure that all
>> activities of the Library meet the highest possible standards of
>> performance.  Recommend Library policy and changes.  Train and
>> supervise junior staff and student assistants.
>>
>> QUALIFICATIONS:  Understanding of advanced research procedures and
>> the arrangement and language of scientific literature, bibliographic
>> aids and communication. Thorough understanding of reference materials
>> and sources used in geological programs, e.g. reservoir engineering
>> for sequestration and coalbed methane. Computer skills in word
>> processing, e-mail, the web, InMagic (DBTextworks), OCLC, DYNIX,
>> digital database and CD-ROM search services. Ability to organize and
>> implement projects.  Ability to solve problems and to make decisions
>> in a logical and objective manner.  Ability to prioritize, accomplish
>> tasks and meet deadlines.  Ability to work with changing priorities
>> and interruptions. Ability to provide good customer service.  Good
>> communication skills to establish friendly, open and clear
>> communication with staff and others. Ability to work independently
>> and as a team member.  Ability to supervise staff.
>>
>> Bachelor's degree in library science with 7 years equivalent
>> professional experience, or master's degree in library science with 4
>> years related experience in both the technical and service aspects of
>> libraries. Experience with reference procedures, online bibliographic
>> database searches, and archiving processes.
>>
>> Prefer master's degree in library science or equivalent with 6 years
>> experience in a special library setting including professional
>> experience in both the technical and service aspects of special
>> libraries.
>>
>> STARTING SALARY:  $38,000 - $45,000 (depending on qualifications)
>>
>> BENEFITS:  Generous vacation, sick, and personal leave with paid
>> holidays.  State Universities Retirement System.  State-sponsored
>> group health, dental, vision and life insurance.  University
>> faculty/staff privileges.
>>
>> CLOSING DATE:  November 15, 2005
>>
>> APPLICATION:      For required application form, please contact:
>>
>>
>> Human Resources
>> Illinois State Geological Survey
>> 615 East Peabody Drive
>> Champaign IL  61820
>> 217-244-2401  (fax) 217-244-7004
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>> www.isgs.uiuc.edu <http://www.isgs.uiuc.edu>
>>
>> Applicants should note that this position is exempt from the State
>> Personnel Code and is under the Board of Natural Resources and
>> Conservation (BNRC) and follows BNRC policies and procedures.  This
>> is not a bargaining unit position or a merit comp position.  The
>> Illinois State Geological Survey does not discriminate on the basis
>> of race, color, sex, national origin, age, or handicap in admission
>> to or treatment of employment in programs or activities in compliance
>> with the Illinois Human Rights Act, the Illinois Constitution, Title
>> VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation
>> Act of 1973, as amended, and the U.S. Constitution.
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