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The University of Minnesota Libraries seeks innovative and energetic
applicants for the position of Head, John R. Borchert Map Library, one
of
the largest and most heavily used academic map libraries in the nation.
This position, reporting to the Director for Social Sciences and
Professional Programs, provides an excellent opportunity to lead the
library in all aspects of map librarianship. The Borchert Map Library
houses a collection of 350,000 maps representing five centuries of
cartography, 400,000 aerial photographs, and a substantial atlas and
reference collection. Within the Borchert Map Library is the
award-winning Automated Cartographic Information Center (ACIC), a
state-of-the-art GIS facility with 10 workstations providing access to
a
wealth of geospatial data and a comprehensive set of software programs.
The Borchert Map Library supports the University of Minnesota's
top-ranked Geography Department, in addition to drawing researchers
from
across the campus and the general public. As a Regional GPO Map
Depository Library, the Borchert Map Library serves a leading role in
the
Upper Midwest library community. The University Libraries are an
integral
part of campus life and a significant contributor of resources and
programs within the metropolitan area and the state. The Libraries
offer
a highly collaborative environment, programs to develop and integrate
digital resources and tools, digitization services, literacy
initiatives,
a commitment to organization development, and a record of national and
international collaboration. This is a full-time, 12-month, academic
professional position on continuous-appointment track. Appointment is
at
the Assistant or Associate Librarian rank, depending on qualifications.
The Libraries offer a competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
Excellent benefits and substantial moving allowance.
Full notice is at
http://www1.umn.edu/ohr/employment/openings/job136493.html