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Subject: Position Announcement: GIS & Map Librarian
Date: Wed, 22 May 2013 17:19:49 -0700
From: Brian Quigley <[log in to unmask]>
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The UC Berkeley Library is recruiting for a GIS & Map Librarian. Please
feel free to pass this on to anyone who might be interested. Apologies
for cross-posting.
The full description is at http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/LHRD/gis.html.
Deadline for applications is July 1, 2013. Submit applications online at
https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/apply/JPF00142.
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GIS & Map Librarian
University of California, Berkeley
Hiring range: Associate Librarian I - Associate Librarian V
$49,464 - $62,220 per annum, based upon qualifications
This is a full-time appointment available starting August 2013.
The University of California, Berkeley seeks a highly motivated,
innovative, and service-oriented librarian with GIS experience to
maintain and expand our map and geospatial data collections and
services. The GIS & Map Librarian will work closely with a cross-unit
team of colleagues from a range of disciplines who are interested in
building and promoting the Library's e-research and data services.
*The Environment*
The UC Berkeley Library is an internationally renowned research and
teaching facility at one of the nation's premier public universities. In
a highly diverse and intellectually rich environment, Berkeley serves a
campus community of 25,500 undergraduate students, 10,300 graduate
students, and a faculty of 1,500. The Library comprises 20 campus
libraries - including the Doe/Moffitt Libraries, the Bancroft Library,
the C. V. Starr East Asian Library and subject specialty libraries. With
a collection of more than 11 million volumes and a collections budget of
over $15 million, the Library offers extensive collections in all
formats and robust services to connect users with those collections and
build their related research skills.
The map and geospatial data collections are housed presently in the
Earth Sciences & Map Library. This is one of eight science and
engineering libraries reporting to the Associate University Librarian
and Director of Subject Specialty Libraries. The map collection consists
of more than 475,000 printed maps and air photos, more than 25,000
scanned maps, and a growing collection of geospatial data. The Library's
GIS program consists of data collection and dissemination, development
of the Library's GeoData@UC Berkeley repository, collaboration in
campus-wide GIS activities, and relevant user education services. Our
map and geospatial data collections are heavily used by researchers from
a range of disciplines, including Architecture, City & Regional
Planning, Earth & Planetary Science, Geography, History, and Landscape
Architecture, and also help support the University's recently launched
GIS minor.
*Responsibilities*
The GIS & Map Librarian has primary responsibility for building and
maintaining the Library's map and geospatial data collections, and
leading the Library's GIS program. Serves as selector and liaison for
Geography. Collaborates with other libraries within UC and regionally on
collection development. Plans and provides a suite of services including
reference, consultations, and instruction on using map collections,
finding and managing geospatial data, understanding spatial concepts and
analysis, and using GIS software. Develops websites and online guides
related to these collections and services. Promotes the use of maps and
geospatial data in teaching and research through outreach to campus
faculty and students. Serves as team leader for our geospatial digital
projects (including map scanning projects, our online map viewer, and
GeoData@UC Berkeley) in collaboration with other library units and the
Open Geoportal Consortium. Creates metadata records for geospatial data
in our geoportal, performs original cataloging for maps/atlases, and
oversees map/atlas copy cataloging. Collaborates with other librarians
and library staff from our science and engineering libraries and Library
Data Lab on our growing e-research and data services programs. May
oversee interns interested in GIS and map librarianship.
UC Berkeley librarians are expected to participate in library-wide
planning and governance, to work effectively in a shared decision-making
environment, and to be active professionally. Professional contributions
beyond the primary responsibilities are required for advancement in the
Librarian series. The successful candidate will show promise or evidence
of such contributions.
*Qualifications*
/Required:/
* MLS or equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited library school, or
other advanced degree in a related field with relevant professional
experience
* Experience with map collections, geospatial data, and GIS software
such as ArcGIS and QGIS
* Demonstrated understanding of cartographic and geospatial resources
and concepts
* Demonstrated aptitude for teaching and developing user-oriented
documentation
* Experience with web design and understanding of emerging technologies
* Knowledge of metadata and cataloging concepts through coursework or
experience
* Excellent analytical, organizational, problem solving,
interpersonal, and communication skills
* Demonstrated initiative, flexibility, and ability to work creatively
and effectively both independently and as a team member
/Desirable:/
* Experience as a librarian in a research or academic setting
* GIS certificate or coursework, or significant GIS experience
* Significant coursework in geography or related disciplines that make
use of maps and geospatial data
* Understanding of common web and open source technologies for
geospatial data such as XML, Python, GeoServer, PostGIS, OpenLayers,
and GDAL/OGR as well as APIs
* Experience performing original or copy cataloging for maps and
developing Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) metadata
* Demonstrated project management skills
The Library at the University of California, Berkeley is committed to
the support and encouragement of a multicultural environment and seeks
candidates who can make positive contributions in a context of ethnic
and cultural diversity.
Professional librarians at UC are academic appointees and are
represented by an exclusive bargaining agent, University Council -
American Federation of Teachers (UC-AFT). This position is in the
bargaining unit.
Librarians are entitled to appropriate professional leave, two days per
month of vacation leave, one day per month of sick leave, and all other
benefits granted to non-faculty academic personnel. The University has
an excellent retirement system and sponsors a variety of group health,
dental, vision, and life insurance plans in addition to other benefits.
DEADLINE: Consideration will be given to applications received by July
1, 2013.
Submit applications online at
https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/apply/JPF00142. Applications must include
a cover letter detailing a statement of qualifications, curriculum vitae
noting degrees and relevant work experience, and the names and contact
information of three references who are knowledgeable about the
applicant's qualifications for this position.
Send inquiries to:
Susan E. Wong
Director, Library Human Resources
Library Human Resources Department
110 Doe Library
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA 94720-6000
Phone:(510) 642-3778
Email: [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]>
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action
Employer
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Brian Quigley
Head Librarian, Mathematics Statistics Library &
Interim Head, Earth Sciences & Map Library
University of California, Berkeley
Phone: 510-642-5729 (MATH) | 510-643-2684 (EART)
http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/math/
http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/eart/
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