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Date: Tue, 20 Feb 2001 17:40:25 -0500
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Subject: new job opening, LI/II, at NYPL Map Division
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Dear Mapsters,
Five years ago or so, because of reorganization elsewhere in the Library,
jobs in the Map Division were frozen, and we were unable to fill openings
then. In fact, some openings in which interviews were in progress were
frozen in mid-interview, as staff from the reorganized/downsized divisions
were moved into the Map Division.
After several years, we are now gettting back up to speed, and reopening
the two closed jobs. Nancy and I are, needless to say, thrilled.
We invite those new to map librarianship to consider the job opening below,
and those with a few more years on them...to consider the redesigned
Assistant Chief job as posted by me, a month ago or so. Both of these jobs
now require computer expertise, and we see both these persons filling these
jobs as helping to push and pull the Map Division into the 21st century,
albeit in a nineteenth century building. Well, almost. [1911]
Please follow the directions below and do let us hear from you...Nancy and
I will be ever so grateful, as we would each like a weekend out of this
place sometime before we retire! With 4 map librarians on duty instead of
2, we might just be able to pull that off!
Job description2.20.01
The New York Public Library
Position Open: Librarian II (or Librarian I on a training basis)
Humanities and Social Sciences Library/Map Division
Eligibility Requirements: ALA accredited MLS degree. Successfully
demonstrated professional experience required for appointment at the
Librarian II level. Undergraduate or graduate study in cartography,
geography or social sciences preferred. Understanding of maps in all
formats as reference/research tools. Working knowledge of at least one
Western European language or Latin. Successfully demonstrated ability to
work in a team environment, and tactfully and effectively with public .
Experience in supervising and training staff preferred. Knowledge of
computers and their application to reference service. Knowledge of the
collections of The Humanities and Social Sciences Library preferred. Active
participation in the profession through professional association and /or
publication.
General Description: Under the direction of the Assistant Chief, [position
open] monitors cartographic reference services. As a cartographic
reference specialist, is responsible for keeping up-to-date and logically
organized the Map Division's ready reference collection of maps, atlases,
gazetteers and collateral materials. Responds to reference inquiries
received by correspondence and telephone. Provides in-person assistance,
usually by appointment, with the public and the Computer Mapping
Workstation. Monitors day-to-day operation and technology migration for
Computer Mapping Workstation. Off-desk responsibilities include assisting
senior staff in ongoing operations and participating in teams, task forces
and committees. Under supervision of the senior Map Cataloger is
responsible for cataloging a discrete category of maps on an ongoing basis.
Monitors and updates Map Division web pages, and assists with Library
outreach initiatives, South Court classes and tours. Assists in selection
of maps, atlases and new technologies related to cartography: software,
CD-ROMs, etc. Performs related duties as required.
To apply please send resume and cover letter with salary requirements to:
The New York Public Library
Human Resources Department AG-MAP
188 Madison Avenue, 5th Floor
New York, New York 10016-4314
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Visit us at www.nypl.org
Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted
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Oops, should have noted we would like to see resumes etc. by March 9,
although we can be a bit flexible if folks are caught off in the Keys on
Spring break or something...
Alice Hudson
Chief, Map Division, NYPL
5th Avenue & 42nd Street
New York, NY 10018-2788
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212-930-0589; fax 212-930-0027
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