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Subject:        Job Posting: Geographic Information Systems Specialist, Purdue
University Libraries
Date:   Fri, 15 Jun 2012 11:32:52 -0400
From:   Greene, Carla B <[log in to unmask]>
To:     [log in to unmask] <[log in to unmask]>

*Geographic Information Systems Specialist *

*Assistant or Associate Professor *

Purdue University Libraries seeks a highly motivated, innovative, and
learner-centered individual for the position of GIS Specialist. In
support of the Libraries’ strategic plan, the GIS specialist will
maintain and expand the Libraries’ GIS presence on campus, and as a
faculty member will contribute to the research and scholarship in this
area. The GIS Specialist serves as a Libraries’ primary resource for
GIS-related questions. Collaborates with faculty campus-wide, including
an emerging digital humanities community, on interdisciplinary research
and to integrate geospatial information literacy and knowledge
management skills into their instruction, as a part of the Libraries’
comprehensive information literacy program. Organizes campus gateway to
geospatial data, including locally produced data as well as commercial,
government, and other institutional data. Advocates for best practices
of geospatial data management, including using open source formats,
appropriate documentation and use of metadata to enable downstream
sharing of research data. Contributes to digitization program of unique,
print geospatial resources held at Purdue. Purdue has many groups active
in GIS-related instruction and research across the campus, comprising
topics as diverse as political science, history, business and economics,
homeland security, climate change, engineering, agriculture, and
geology. The GIS Specialist identifies ongoing campus user needs for GIS
and collaborates with centers of geospatial activity across campus,
including as part of sponsored research projects. Collaborates with
University and Libraries information technology department in acquiring
and planning for upgrades to hardware and software to support changing
geospatial technologies.

*Required qualifications: *Masters degree from an ALA-accredited library
school and/or advanced, terminal degree in another relevant discipline.
Academic background or work experience with GIS software, digital
geospatial data, and cartographic concepts. Commitment to engage in
research and scholarship, and ability to achieve promotion and tenure.

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*Desired Qualifications:* Two years recent experience providing GIS
services to end users; vision and leadership to develop expanded
geospatial information services; demonstrated interest in the
applications of current and emerging technologies to meet the changing
needs of users; strong service orientation and high degree of computer
literacy; experience with common open source technologies for spatial
data and the web (PostGIS, GDAL/OGR, GeoServer, GeoNetwork,
OpenLayers/Google Maps, etc.); experience with web APIs and linked data
endpoints; excellent communication and presentation skills and ability
to work well with all levels of users and staff; demonstrated commitment
to user instruction and to consultation with users on their information
management needs; ability to organize and provide access to
decentralized data repositories; and supervisory experience.

*Appointment:* Appointment will be at the assistant or associate
professor rank. The full job announcement can be seen at:
http://www.lib.purdue.edu/admin/hr/career_opportunities/

*Salary and benefits:* Salary commensurate with experience in the
context of Purdue University’s salary structure. Purdue provides a
generous fringe benefit package that includes contribution to
retirement, health, disability, and life insurance, 22 annual vacation
days, and tuition support for employee, children, and spouse/same sex
domestic partner.

*Application process:* To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and
the names and contact information of at least three references via email
to Carla Heuss, Libraries Human Resources Assistant, at
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“Geographic Information Systems Specialist” in the subject line of all
emails. Nominations for the position will be accepted and should be sent
to the same email address. Beginning on June 8, 2012, applications will
be reviewed as they are received. Review of applications will continue
until the position is filled. Questions may be directed to Carla Heuss
at 765-494-2899 or [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> A
background check will be required for this position.

*/Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative
action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce./*

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