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Subject:        Position availability
Date:   Wed, 4 Apr 2007 08:54:12 -0600
From:   Sylvia Ortiz <[log in to unmask]>
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To:     Maps-L



The first review of applications for the Government Documents & Maps
Librarian position at New Mexico State University Library has begun, but
interested applicants are still encouraged to submit their documentation.
The posting follows:

Government Documents and Maps Librarian, New Mexico State University
Library. The New Mexico State University Library invites applications
for the position of Government Documents and Maps Librarian, Assistant
or Associate Professor. Req. 2007002035

Founded in 1888, New Mexico State University is a comprehensive
land-grant university and Carnegie designated high research institution.
NMSU is a member of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and
Universities, and is classified as a Title V Minority Institution by the
U.S. Department of Education. The University is located in the southern
New Mexico city of Las Cruces, which offers a variety of cultural and
recreational opportunities. For additional information, visit
www.nmsu.edu.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The government documents and maps librarian manages
the daily operations and services of the government documents and maps
unit. Establishes unit goals and priorities. Supervises two staff
members. Oversees the acquisition and processing of federal documents in
multiple formats including ongoing retrospective conversion projects.
Evaluates and develops the documents and map collections. Promotes
government information and provides instruction and outreach programs
for the University and community users. Provides in-depth reference and
research assistance. Represents the Library at professional meetings
related to federal government information. Participates in the library's
instruction program (faculty-requested instruction sessions, credit
courses, and instructional workshops). As a member of the library
faculty, this position is responsible for achievement in librarianship,
research and creative activity, and service. This position reports to
the head of the reference and research services department.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: MLS from an ALA-accredited program at time of
hire. At least two years recent (within the past 5 years) and direct
working experience with federal government information at the
professional level. Experience providing reference service for
government information, including maps. Knowledge of current issues and
practices in processing and cataloging federal government publications.
Knowledge of the United States Federal Depository Library Program and
depository library standards. Excellent written and oral communication
skills. Demonstrated commitment to providing high quality public
service. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and adapt to
change. PREFERRED: Knowledge of emerging technologies in libraries and
their applications for government information resources and services.
Experience with spatial and numeric data services, particularly GIS.
Teaching or training experience in a classroom setting. Supervisory
experience.

POSITION INFORMATION: This is a 9-month appointment, tenure-track
position. Salary: Commensurate with education and experience. For
benefits see the University's Human Resources website at
<http://benefits.nmsu.edu/>http://benefits.nmsu.edu/.

TO APPLY: Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter stating
qualifications, a resume, and names, addresses, (including e-mail), and
telephone numbers of three references to: Marti Torres, Administrative
Office, NMSU Library, Box 30006, MSC 3475, Las Cruces, NM 88003-8006;
fax 505-646-6940; e-mail
<http://lists.psu.edu/cgi-bin//cgi-bin/wa?LOGON=A2%3Dind0702d%26L%3Dgovdoc-l%26T%3D0%26P%3D8091>[log
in to unmask] Review of applications
will begin March 26, 2007, and will continue until the position is
filled.

NMSU is an EEO/AA employer and encourages applications from women,
minorities, and all under-represented groups. Offer of employment
contingent upon verification of the individual's eligibility for
employment in the United States.