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Stanford University Libraries/ Academic Information Resources
Stanford, California  94305-6004
 
Map Librarian
Branner Earth Sciences Library and Map Collections
Associate Librarian
Associate rank:  $37,008 - 47,028
 
Stanford University is seeking an experienced librarian with an
academic research library background for the position of Map
Librarian Branner Earth Sciences Library and Map Collections,
September 1, 1996.
 
The Libraries are seeking someone with academic background in
one  of the geographic or physical  sciences disciplines to
administer, set policy, and manage the map collections. S/he
serves as liaison to faculty, students and staff for spatial and
geographic data needs in all formats, is responsible for reference
service for maps, spatial data and Earth Sciences (geology,
geophysics, applied earth sciences, petroleum engineering, and
integrated environmental system studies) to insure that library
services adequately support research and teaching programs.
S/he also is responsible for collection development,  acquisitions,
and cataloging of cartographic information,  and supervising map
collection staff.  The Map Librarian also participates in the work
of the Science and Engineering  Resource Group.  The Map
Librarian coordinates work  with technical services units and also
participates in library-wide planning, and sits on library and
university committees as appropriate.
 
QUALIFICATIONS:  A bachelor's degree in a physical science,
related geographic science or social science discipline is required;
a relevant graduate degree  is preferred.  An MLS degree from an
accredited graduate school is preferred, though Stanford will
accept the demonstrated equivalent in training and experience.
Extensive understanding of computer systems and demonstrated
ability  with GIS use and implementation is required.  Adequate
knowledge of current cartographic practice for advanced use of
map products required.  Knowledge of cartographic collection
development practices, and  demonstrated ability in effective
access to sources of cartographic, aerial photo, satellite imagery
and other spatial & geographicinformation sources in all formats.
Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with
faculty,  students and library staff is required.  Experience and
skills in cross-cultural communication is strongly desired.
 
The position reports to the Head of the Branner Earth Sciences
Library.
 
BACKGROUND: Stanford University is a private educational
institution with an emphasis on research and a strong commitment
to excellence.  The libraries of Stanford include the Stanford
University Libraries system, and five coordinate libraries of
professional schools and institutes at Stanford.  The University
Libraries system (SUL) consists of a main research library (Green
Library),the instructional & media center (Meyer Library), and
ten research branch libraries serving sciences, technology, social
sciences and humanities programs.  The coordinate libraries serve
the law, business, medicine, high-energy physics (SLAC) and
Hoover Institute communities connected to Stanford University.
SUL is closely affiliated with the Academic Instruction
Services (AIR) at Stanford University.
 
The Map Collections at Branner Earth Sciences Library serve all
schools, programs and institutes at Stanford.  The strengths of
the collections are earth sciences (especially western U.S.
geology; seismology, orogeny, oredeposits, and petroleum
resources); west European nations and African nations.  Areas of
growing strength are GIS, computerized map resources and
library services for a study/research level electronic map
collection.The Map Librarian at Branner Library participates in
developing and coordinating library services with colleagues in
SUL/AIR and with map librarian organizations in California and the
western United States.
 
APPLICATIONS:  A letter of application, resume, and the names,
email addresses, addresses, and telephone numbers of three
references should be submitted to:  Charlotte Derksen
([log in to unmask]), Chair -Search Committee, Map
Librarian, Branner Earth Sciences Library, Mitchell Building,
STANFORD UNIVERSITY Stanford, CA 94305-2174. (FAX: 415
725 2534).  Review of applications will begin on August 1, 1996,
with an offer made as soon as possible thereafter.  A full position
description can be obtained from Charlotte Derksen
([log in to unmask] or fax 415 725 2534).  Stanford
is committed to the principles of diversity and encourages
applications from women, members of ethnic minorities, and
individuals with disabilities.
 
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 Position Title: Map Librarian
        Branner Earth Sciences Library and Map Collections
        Stanford University Libraries
Classification: Associate Librarian
 
Responsibilities:
1) Defines goals, plans, sets policies for and manages the Map
Collections of Stanford University Libraries, located in Branner
Earth Sciences Library.
 
**Serves as liaison to faculty, students and staff of the entire
Stanford University Community, for spatial and geographic data
needs in all formats,  to insure that library services adequately
support research and teaching programs.
 
**Evaluates and initiates orders for paper and electronic maps,
atlases, reference works, spatial databases, viewing software,
and GIS packages, accessories, peripherals and necessary
hardware.
 
**Supervises technical services for all paper and electronic
spatial data including cataloging and preservation in association
with departmental specialists.
 
2)  Performs reference services for the Stanford University
community for maps and Earth Sciences (geology, geophysics,
applied earth sciences, petroleum engineering, and integrated
environmental system studies).  With faculty and University
Administrators, arranges sessions of bibliographic instruction and
class orientations as needed.
 
3)  Supervision of 2.0 FTE in the Branner Earth Sciences Library,
supervising staff responsible for desk reference; I.L..L.;
management of public reference computer stations and their
resident software; all electronic map/GIS services; and map
cataloging including catalog maintenance.
 
4)  In coordination with the Branner Earth Sciences Library Head
Librarian: plans, organizes and allocates resources for the
various paper and electronic map collections' physical growth.
 
5)  Participates in planning and operations within the Science and
Engineering Resources Group (SERG) branch libraries.
 
6)  Serves on Library and University committees as appropriate.
 
Qualifications:
1)  Bachelor's degree in Physical Science, related geographic
science or social science discipline.  Additional relevant graduate
degree preferred.  Masters degree in library and/or information
studies or equivalent in experience required.
 
2)  Extensive understanding of computer systems and
demonstrated ability with GIS use and implementation is required.
 
3)  Adequate knowledge of current cartographic practice for
advanced use of map products required.
 
4)  Knowledge of cartographic collection development practices,
and demonstrated ability in effective access to sources of
cartographic, aerial photo, satellite imagery and other spatial &
geographic information sources  in all formats.
 
5)  Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively
with faculty, students and library staff is required.  Experience
and skills in cross-cultural communication is strongly desired.