----------------------------Original message---------------------------- Please post: PRINCETON UNIVERSITY LIBRARY PRINCETON, NEW JERSEY Position: Geographic Information Systems Librarian, Librarian I or II Geosciences and Map Library Available: Immediately Description: This position is responsible for the design, launching, and management of an automated cartographic information service, incorporating both electronic and traditional resources in a campus-wide networked environment, and provides ongoing reference, research consultation, and instruction to users and library staff. Princeton University is a member of the ARL-GIS Literacy Project. The service is to be developed via partnerships within and outside of the library. This position will be housed in the Geosciences Library, but collaboration with the Social Science Data Center, other subject libraries, Library Systems staff, and academic departments is vital. This position assists with the selection of data, software, and hardware for GIS; catalogs and organizes the digital collection and makes it available for use; designs and delivers instructional short courses in GIS tools and data for patrons and staff, and acts as a consultant to patrons needing special assistance for courses or projects integrating GIS; hires, trains, and supervises student staff to assist with GIS, and continues to develop the cartographic web site (http://www.princeton.edu/~geolib) as a part of the service. In addition, this librarian assists in the operation of the Geosciences Library, in library planning and projects, collection development, reference, outreach, local cataloging, and supervision of staff, and will deputize for the Geosciences Librarian, to whom this position reports. The Geosciences Library is a branch library with over 75,000 volumes and 1,400 serial subscriptions. Located within the library is the Map Collection containing 294,000 maps and related materials in all subject areas. Required: An ALA accredited MLS degree; academic or work-related experience with GIS software and data, statistics, and cartographic design concepts; appropriate computer ability (Windows, NT, Unix, networking); demonstrated ability to use computer and Internet information systems including the Web; educational or work-related background in geography, social sciences, or geosciences. Individual selected must have strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written); ability to plan effectively and to organize work efficiently; flexibility; and the ability to work well under pressure. Must have a demonstrated commitment to delivering user-oriented service and training; the ability to work independently and collaboratively with all levels of users and staff; and eagerness to work as part of a team. Strongly preferred is a knowledge of maps and a strong interest in and enthusiasm for working with them in all formats and helping others to use them. Knowledge of government documents and cataloging is helpful. Benefits: Twenty-four (24) vacation days a year, plus eleven (11) paid holidays. Annuity program (TIAA/CREF), group life insurance, health coverage insurance, and disability insurance, all paid for by the University. Salary & Rank: Dependent upon qualifications and experience. Review of applications will begin on December 31, 1997 and will continue until the job is filled. Nominations and applications (resume and the names, titles, addresses and phone numbers of three references to be contacted) should be sent to: Search Committee for GIS Librarian c/o Human Resources Librarian Princeton University Library One Washington Road Princeton, New Jersey 08544 PRINCETON UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER