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Date: Tue, 14 Aug 2001 12:37:16 -0700 (PDT)
From: Frances Woodward <[log in to unmask]>
To: Carta Canadian Map Discussion Group <[log in to unmask]>,
     Canadian Literature Discussion Group <[log in to unmask]>,
     Polar Libraries Discussion Group <[log in to unmask]>,
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Subject: Position Advertisement (fwd)

Please excuse the cross-postings. I have been asked to post this as widely
as possible. Thank you for your understanding.

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Frances Woodward, Reference Librarian,
Special Collections, Main Library,
University of British Columbia, 1956 Main Mall, Vancouver, B.C. V6T 1Z1
        Tel: (604) 822-2819             Fax: (604) 822-9587
        E-mail: [log in to unmask]
        URL: http://www.library.ubc.ca/spcoll/

Historical Maps Collection and Cartographic Archives
Arkley Collection of Children's Literature
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Date: Wed, 08 Aug 2001 16:11:06 -0700
From: Dwight Tanner <[log in to unmask]>
To: "[log in to unmask]" <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: Position Advertisement

THE UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA LIBRARY

Special Collections Librarian


The UBC Library requires an innovative and experienced librarian for its
Special Collections Division.  This increasingly important division will
play a significant role in the continuing development of UBC Library as
a major academic research library.  The Special Collections Division
holds the majority of the UBC Library's rare books, maps and
manuscripts.  This position will work co-operatively with other Library
divisions or branches and direct the acquisition and control of all UBC
Library special or rare materials.  Currently, the Special Collections
Division emphasizes Canadian and local materials.
The Special Collections Librarian is responsible for the operation of
the Division, for the development of the collections, and for providing
effective reference, information and bibliographic services.  Evening
and weekend work may be required.

QUALIFICATIONS
An ALA accredited graduate degree in Library Science is required as are
a sound knowledge of the antiquarian book trade and a working knowledge
of processing and organizational issues.  An academic background in
Canadian history or literature and a working knowledge of a second
language (e.g. French, German, Latin, Chinese, Japanese) are highly
desirable.  Experience in acquiring and working with Canadian historical
and literary materials as well as extensive knowledge of the history of
the book are mandatory.  Demonstrated experience, over at least five
years, in acquiring and managing special collections or rare materials
in an academic or research environment is required, as is experience in
identifying and developing new areas of collection concentration.
Working knowledge and demonstrated ability in addressing the processing,
curatorial, and conservation issues associated with special collections
are mandatory.  Successful supervisory experience and strong
interpersonal and communication skills are prerequisites for this
position.

The Special Collections Librarian works under the general direction of,
and is responsible to, the University Librarian.  The Librarian works
within the policies of the Assistant University Librarian for
Collections and Technical Services on purchases of library materials,
collections building, cataloguing and processing.  The Librarian
supervises the work of a small staff.

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT: This is a continuing position.  If eligible and
qualified, the successful applicant may be appointed with a confirmed
appointment.  Otherwise, there will be an initial three-year
probationary appointment.  Normally, such an appointment is reviewed by
the end of the second year of appointment, and a recommendation is made
at that time to grant or not to grant a confirmed appointment.


SALARY: Commensurate with experience and academic/professional
qualifications.

Applications should include a detailed cover letter specifically
indicating the candidate's education, training, and work experience in
the areas listed above, a current resume, and the names of three
referees.  Please forward this material to:

Dwight Tanner
Human Resources & Planning Support
Walter C. Koerner Library
The University of British Columbia
1958 Main Mall
Vancouver BC V6T 1Z2

Fax (604) 822-3893
E-mail: [log in to unmask]

Closing date for this competition: September 15th, 2001.

UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity.
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.  In accordance with
Canadian law, this advertise-ment is di-rected to applicants who are
Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada