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Following is a position description for a Digital Librarian position open at
UCSB.  If you are interested in applying for this position, please get in touch
with Detrice Bankhead, Assistant University Librarian for Personnel at the
Davidson Library, UCSB, whose address is given at the end of the description.
 
Mary Larsgaard
Map and Imagery Lab, Davidson Library, UCSB
 
 
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Digital Librarian
Assistant Librarian Level - $2586-3310/month
Temporary through 9/30/98
The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled.
Applications will be reviewed starting September 1, 1997.
 
Position Description:  Under the direction of the Assistant Head of the Map and
Imagery Laboratory, the incumbent analyzes, formats, catalogs, and loads spatial
data into the  HYPERLINK "http://alexandria.ucsb.edu"  Alexandria Digital
Library .  Writes manuals and procedures; trains others in entering and use of
the metadata and data.  Works independently and as part of a team developing
cataloging procedures for spatial data in both digital and analog forms.
Responsibilities:
 
The incumbent is responsible for analyzing, formatting, cataloging, and loading
spatial data and metadata in the Alexandria Digital Library (ADL), mainly in a
UNIX environment but also in Windows NT, using software as appropriate.  Data
cataloging includes material physically held in the department as well as data
available elsewhere (e.g., on the WEB or other archives).  Performs original
cataloging of spatial data in both digital and analog forms, using the
Alexandria metadata schema, USMARC, FGDC, SGML, and other rules, standards, and
guides as appropriate.
 
Uses databases (e.g., Sybase, Illustra, Oracle, Access) for storage and
retrieval, and converts databases from one format/standard to those used within
the ADL.
 
Works with Asst. Department Head to develop cataloging procedures, constructs
manuals and trains staff in database cataloging techniques for easy access of
spatial data.  Provides demonstrations of ADL as required.
 
Supervises student assistants.
 
Maintains awareness of current developments and techniques associated with
digital spatial data and with the creation of metadata.
 
Prepares and maintains statistics and reports for department: services on
library committees.
 
Qualifications:
Masters Degree from an ALA-accredited library school.  Background and experience
in cataloging.  Knowledge of spatial data and metadata creation, and the ability
to apply new information technologies to the digital library.
Computer experience with UNIX, NT, and an assortment of database managers.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with faculty, students, and colleagues
in a culturally diverse environment.
Excellent oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills.
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team, and be able to handle
multiple responsibilities in a challenging environment.
 
  Applications:
Applicants for the position should apply in writing, including a complete risumi
and the names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses of three references
to:
 
Detrice Bankhead
Asst. University Librarian, Personnel
Davidson Library
University of California Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, California 93106-9010
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