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Subject:        Re: Professional Opportunity - Curator, Yale Map Collection -
New Haven, CT
Date:   Wed, 19 Dec 2007 13:34:21 -0500
From:   David Cobb <[log in to unmask]>
To:     Maps, Air Photo & Geospatial Systems Forum <[log in to unmask]>




Dear Colleagues -

If anyone should have any questions regarding this position I am
associated with the Search Committee and will be attending the ALA
Midwinter meetings in Philadelphia and yes, I know, I am from the other
small school in New England.

David Cobb

Angie Cope wrote:
> -------- Original Message --------
> Subject:        Professional Opportunity - Curator, Yale Map
> Collection - New
> Haven, CT
> Date:   Wed, 19 Dec 2007 13:05:50 -0500
> From:   Andrew Gray <[log in to unmask]>
> To:     Maps-L
>
>
>
> Curator, Yale Map Collection
>
> Sterling Memorial Library
>
> Yale University
>
> Rank: Librarian III - V
>
> THE UNIVERSITY AND THE LIBRARY
>
> One of the world's leading research libraries, Yale University Library
> is a full partner in teaching, research, and learning at Yale and is
> visited by scholars from around the world. A distinctive strength is its
> rich spectrum of resources, including approximately thirteen million
> volumes and information in all media, ranging from ancient papyri to
> early printed books to electronic databases. The Library is engaging in
> numerous projects to expand access to its physical and digital
> collections. Housed in twenty-two buildings including the Sterling
> Memorial Library, the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, and the
> new Bass Library, it employs a dynamic and diverse staff of nearly
> six-hundred who offer innovative and flexible services to library
> readers. To learn more about Yale University Library and its collections
> and services, visit http://www.library.yale.edu/.
>
> The Yale Map Collection
>
> The Yale Map Collection, located in Sterling Memorial Library, includes
> an outstanding collection, housing more than 200,000 sheet maps and
> 2,000 atlases, as well as a developing Geographical Information Service
> [GIS] to acquire, create and support visual representation of over 300
> GB of digital cartographic data. The purpose of the Map Collection is to
> serve as a focal point for the collection, organization, and
> dissemination of cartographic information, regardless of format, as well
> as for the provision of reader services associated with these resources.
> The use of collections of print maps and atlases is augmented by the
> application of geospatial information systems and imaging software.
> While its coverage is international, the Collection has extraordinary
> strengths in maps of North America. The Collection's interests are
> historical and contemporary, print and non-print, with a program of
> growth through purchases, gifts, and depository arrangements.
>
> The Position
>
> The Library seeks a Curator whose experience and professional
> contributions to the field beyond the local level demonstrate readiness
> to shape the Yale Map Collection and guide the Yale Library in the
> implementation of new systems for supporting research and teaching using
> geographic information.
>
> Responsibilities
>
> Under the direction of the Associate University Librarian with
> responsibility for research and educational services, the Curator serves
> as the Library's principal authority on the subject of maps in all media
> and formats. The Curator directs the day-to-day activities of the Yale
> Map Collection. In addition to selecting material for the Collection,
> managing its budget, and leading its staff, the Curator works closely
> with colleagues throughout the Library to oversee cataloging and
> preservation of maps in the Collection, to offer reference and
> instructional services for the Collection, and to provide tours,
> exhibitions, and publications based on the Collection. In addition, the
> Curator works with others in the Library and University to plan and
> implement appropriate levels of security for the collections while at
> the same time providing appropriate access for readers. The Curator will
> be expected to serve as a resource for colleagues throughout the Library
> who have responsibility for cartographic materials. Working closely with
> other Yale librarians and with Yale faculty and students, the Curator
> will take a lead role in coordinating the Library's overall collection
> building and service programs related to maps and cartography, as well
> as the Library’s efforts to apply new technologies to the description,
> storage, access, preservation, and manipulation of cartographic
> materials and geographic information. The Curator will also be
> responsible for contributing to the development and pursuit of overall
> Yale Library goals, objectives, and policies, as well as for
> contributing to map librarianship at the local and national levels.
>
> Qualifications
>
> Masters degree from an ALA-accredited program in library and information
> science or equivalent experience required; completed graduate degree
> required, preferably in discipline related to the position. Minimum of
> five years of increasingly responsible professional experience in an
> academic or comparable research institution related to maps, and
> demonstrated professional achievements and services. Demonstrated
> successful managerial and leadership experience including demonstrated
> ability to plan and implement projects and services, lead library staff,
> and work effectively with other members of a research-oriented
> community. Knowledge of emerging information technologies, especially
> those supporting geographic information systems, is expected. Experience
> in providing classroom instruction at the college level and knowledge of
> trends related to rare maps, special collections management and
> services, and GIS are strongly preferred. Appointment at the Librarian
> IV or V level requires 8 or 12 years of professional experience,
> respectively, and professional accomplishment. Strong analytical skills;
> excellent oral and written communication skills, and a demonstrated
> commitment to providing excellent customer services are essential.
>
> SALARY AND BENEFITS
>
> Rank and competitive salary will be based upon the successful
> candidate's qualifications and experience (min: $57,800). Full benefits
> package including pro-rated 22 vacation days; 18 holiday, recess and
> personal days; comprehensive health care; TIAA/CREF or Yale retirement
> plan; and relocation assistance. Applications will be accepted until the
> position is filled. Applications consisting of a cover letter, resume,
> and the names of three references should be sent by creating an account
> and applying online at http://www.yale.edu/hronline/stars/application/.
> Please be sure to include Source Code #2874BR.
>
> Background Check Requirements
>
> All external candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment
> screening. All offers are contingent on successful completion of a
> background check. Internal candidates are also subject to pre-employment
> screening for this position.
>
> Yale University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
> Yale values diversity in its faculty, staff, and students and strongly
> encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented
> minority groups.

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David A. Cobb
Harvard Map Collection
Harvard College Library
Cambridge, MA 02138
Tel. 617.495.2417
FAX  617.496.0440
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