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Date: Mon, 19 Apr 1999 13:15:18 -0700
From: Laine Stambaugh <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: Job Announcement-U. of Oregon
Sender: Laine Stambaugh <[log in to unmask]>
 
 
This announcement has been posted to several listservs.  Please pardon any
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MAP/GIS LIBRARIAN
The University of Oregon Map and Aerial Photography (MAP) Library has one of
the largest collections of geographic resources in the country and is used
heavily by researchers on campus and within the Pacific Northwest.  This
position has primary responsibility for the implementation of the Library's
GIS program, which consists of: data collection and dissemination;
maintenance of the Library's GIS website; operation and maintenance of the
Library's GIS hardware; and relevant user education services. Additional
responsibilities include: collaboration with teaching departments in
identifying campus-wide needs for GIS and digital geospatial data;
performing public services for campus and community patrons using the full
collection of cartographic materials (maps, aerial photography, and atlases)
held by the MAP Library; sharing responsibility for collection maintenance
and supervising student workers.  Opportunities exist for general library
instruction (credit and non-credit workshops).  Qualifications:  Priority
consideration will be given to candidates with an ALA-accredited MLS degree.
Consideration may also be given to those with a strong academic GIS
background and experience in a library setting.  Required: knowledge of GIS
services and experience with ArcView.; high degree of computer literacy and
interest in new technologies and their applications in academic libraries;
excellent communication skills and potential to excel as an instructor.
Salary commensurate with credentials and experience.  Successful candidates
with the MLS degree or equivalent relevant Master's degree will be appointed
as faculty with academic rank on a fixed-term, renewable contract.  Benefits
include one of the best packages in the country, with a wide range of
excellent health, retirement, and professional development opportunities.
Deadline to apply: May 28, 1999.  Send cover letter, risumi, and names,
addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of four references (one of
whom must be a current supervisor) to: Ms. Laine Stambaugh, Head, Library
Personnel Services, 1299 University of Oregon Library, Eugene, OR
97403-1299.  (541) 346-1895; (541) 346-3485 (fax).
 
The full text of this announcement is available at:
http://libweb.uoregon.edu/admnpers/mapgis.html
 
The University of Oregon is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employment/ADA-compliant institution strongly committed to cultural diversity.
 
 
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  Laine Stambaugh
  Head, Library Personnel Services
  1299 University of Oregon Library
  Eugene, OR 97403-1299
  (541) 346-1895
  (541) 346-3485 (FAX)
  e-mail: [log in to unmask]
 
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