--- Begin Forwarded Message --- Date: Tue, 03 Apr 2001 15:57:04 -0700 From: Lori Sugden <[log in to unmask]> Subject: Info. Services Librarian position Sender: Lori Sugden <[log in to unmask]> Note, this posting closes Friday April 6. For more information see http://web.uvic.ca/human_resources/ I will continue to be the staff member responsible for the Map Library's daily operations, and look forward to working with the new librarian at our bright new location in McPherson Library. --Lori Sugden INFORMATION SERVICES LIBRARIAN Regular, Full-Time Government Publications, Maps/GIS and Geography The University of Victoria Libraries seeks a highly motivated librarian responsible for in-depth reference, collection development, instruction, and faculty liaison in government publications, maps, GIS, and geography, participates in the provision of general reference and instruction services, and serves on Collections and Reference Working Groups. The successful candidate must be a highly motivated self-starter who can work well with colleagues in a challenging and changing environment. Reporting to the Head, Reference Services and the Head, Collections and Preservation Services, the Information Services Librarian is responsible for: developing reference and instructional activities for government publications, maps and geography; selecting and managing digital and print materials for government publications, maps, airphotos and geography; planning an appropriate level of GIS service in the library; providing training for reference librarians in government publications, maps and GIS as appropriate; and developing web and print instructional material for faculty and students. Consults with Technical Services staff on acquisition and cataloguing issues related to government publications and maps. Qualifications: An MLS degree from an ALA-accredited institution, or equivalent; a degree in a related area of the social sciences; sound knowledge of government publications, maps, and GIS; strong experience in reference, instruction, and collection development and a high level of competence with electronic information sources and applications; strong interpersonal and communication skills; and the ability to work in a team environment. Librarians are expected to participate in professional and academic organizations and in research and scholarship as appropriate. In consultation with librarian, assignments may be reviewed and changed as academic or library needs require. This position will be filled at a Librarian II ($40,500-$51,200) or Librarian III ($46,750-$62,400) level. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. A comprehensive benefits package is provided. Please submit a resume and names of three (3) references by April 6, 2001 to: Marnie Swanson University Librarian, McPherson Library University of Victoria P.O. Box 1800 Victoria, B.C. V8W 3H5 Telephone: (250) 721-8211; Fax: (250) 721-8215 The University of Victoria is an equity employer and encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and aboriginal persons. --- End Forwarded Message ---