We don't have a desk, so patrons just ask the first staff person they see, which is usually me.
Jim Coombs
Maps & GIS Librarian
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO 65897
(417) 836-4534
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From: Maps-L: Map Librarians, etc. <[log in to unmask]> On Behalf Of Francine Berish
Sent: Wednesday, July 25, 2018 8:41 AM
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Subject: staffing of maps libraries information desks

Apologies for cross-posting.

I have been tasked with reaching out to ask about the staffing of your maps, geospatial, and air photo collections. Who works at the desk?  Students? Staff? Librarians? GIS specialists?

I vaguely remember some surveys going around on the topic -but can't seem to find any now. Any recommendations are greatly appreciated. I am aware of a section in "Maps and Related Cartographic Materials: Cataloging, Classification, and Bibliographic Control" Mary Larsgarrd L (2013) on this topic.

Thanks for your help with this!

Best,
Francine
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