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The following announcement is cross-posted on GOVDOC-L and Maps-L.  Apologies fo
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duplication.
 
Penn State University Libraries
 
Maps Librarian
 
The Documents/Maps Section, Penn State University Libraries contains an
extensive map collection of over 200,000 topographic, city/road, political,
and thematic maps, supplemented by a large reference collection of atlases,
gazetteers, charts, and globes.  The maps unit has lead responsibility for
development of a strong geographic information systems capability within
the Libraries.
 
Responsibilties include a full range of maps and documents reference and
instructional services, including geographic information systems
instruction; selection and interpretation of digital maps and data files;
primary responsibility for maps collection development in concert with
subject specialists from the library sytem; and liaison with the Geography
Department.  The Maps Librarian will participate in the development of a
new maps facility and corresponding services in a major building expansion
and renovation.  The successful candidate will be expected to be active in
research, scholarship, and service as a faculty member at Penn State.
 
Qualifications:  Requires an ALA-accredited MLS, or equivalent; degree and/
or experience in geography, cartography, or related fields; minimum of two
years experience in an academic library; demonstrated expertise with
geographic information systems; a strong commitment to reference services;
and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.  Potential for
promotion and tenure will be considered.  Foreign language skills are
desireable.
 
Compensation:  Salary and rank dependent on qualifications.  Benefits
include: liberal vacation; excellent insurances; State or TIAA/CREF
retirement options; and educational privilege.  Applications will be
reviewed beginning May 15 and continue until the position is filled.  To
apply, send letter of application, resume and names of three references to:
Nancy Slaybaugh, Manager, Libraries Human Resources, Box MP-LS, E1 Pattee
Library, University Park, PA  16802.
 
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
WOMEN AND MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY