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Subject: Job announcement: New Mexico State University
Date: Thu, 2 Feb 2012 09:05:37 -0700
From: Elizabeth Miller <[log in to unmask]>
To: [log in to unmask] <[log in to unmask]>
New Mexico State University is searching for a Government Documents and
Maps Librarian. This is an entry-level, 9-month, tenure-track position.
Even though we have passed the first review date, we are still accepting
applications, and qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
The full job announcement may be found here:
http://lib.nmsu.edu/aboutlib/GovDocLibn2011.pdf
Thank you!
Liz Miller
Cataloging Librarian
New Mexico State University Library
MSC 3475
New Mexico State University
P.O. Box 30006
Las Cruces NM 88003-8006
575-646-7490
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Department:
Library Reference & Research - Req#2011005241
Position Title:
Government Documents & Maps Librarian
Posting #:
2011005241
Tenure Track
Rank:
Assistant Professor
Date Position Advertised:
January 03, 2012
Salary:
Entry Level - $35,000
Special Conditions:
9 month tenure track appointment – Effective August 2012 All offers of
employment, oral and written, are contingent on the university’s
verification of credentials and other information required by federal
law, state law and NMSU policies/procedures, and may include the
completion of a background check. Further Information- NMSU Library home
page- http://lib.nmsu.edu/ New Mexico State University home page-
http://www.nmsu.edu/
Qualifications:
Required- MLS or equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited program by
date of hire. Experience providing reference services for government
information, including maps. Knowledge of the United States Federal
Depository Library Program and depository library standards, including
processing procedures. Strong commitment to public service and outreach.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse population of
faculty, staff, student, and community members. Ability to work both
independently and collaboratively, and to adapt to change. Excellent
communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time management
skills. Faculty status requires potential to meet standards for
promotion and tenure. Preferred- Knowledge of emerging technologies in
libraries and their applications for government information resources
and services. Teaching/training experience in a classroom setting.
Supervisory experience.
Examples of Duties:
Responsibilities- This position manages the operations and services of
the Government Documents & Maps Unit, which is part of the Library’s
Reference & Research Services Department. The NMSU Library became a
federal depository in 1907 and selects about 65% of items available from
the Government Printing Office. The position promotes government information
and services to the University and broader community; serves as the
Library’s primary liaison to federal and state depository programs and
represents the Library at professional meetings related to depository
management; oversees acquisitions, processing, and maintenance of the
collection; evaluates and develops the collection; establishes unit
priorities
and supervises staff; participates in the Library’s instruction program;
ensures delivery of high quality reference services and referrals; and
serves
as subject specialist for assigned areas. As a member of the library
faculty,
this position is responsible for achievement in librarianship,
scholarship and
creative activity, and service. The position reports to the Head of the
Reference & Research Services Department.
Benefits Offered: Group medical and hospital insurance, group life
insurance,
long-term disability insurance, state educational retirement,
workers' compensation, sick leave, annual leave and
unemployment compensation. Opportunity for educational
advancement.
Nine month faculty- not eligible for annual and sick leave.
Reply to/Deadline for
Applications:
To Apply- Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter stating
qualifications, a resume, unofficial transcripts and names, addresses
(including e-mail), and telephone numbers of three references to Leticia
Phetteplace, HR Liaison, e-mail [log in to unmask]
Review of applications will begin February 1, 2012; applications received
after this date may be considered. Incomplete applications will not be
considered. Finalists for this position may be required to provide official
transcripts of MLS and highest degree earned. For additional information,
please visit http://www.nmsu.edu/~personel/postings/faculty/ .
NMSU IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.
Offer of employment is contingent upon verification of individual's
eligibility for employment in the
United States.
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