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Subject: GIS Librarian job opportunity
Date: Tue, 20 May 2008 12:59:54 -0400
From: Cathy Moulder <[log in to unmask]>
To: Maps-L <[log in to unmask]>
Good morning colleagues
Please pass this informatio along to anyone who may be interested.
McMASTER UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
GIS Librarian
McMaster University Libraries is seeking an energetic, innovative and
service-oriented individual with excellent communication skills to fill
the position of GIS Librarian. The successful candidate will be a
creative and self-motivated person who works well with colleagues in a
challenging and changing environment.
This is a full-time continuing appointment reporting to the Director of
Library Services, Maps, Data and GIS.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the optimal
development, organization, access and use of digital geospatial
information and related data resources in support of the learning,
teaching and research missions of McMaster University.
The incumbent will:
-develop, manage and deliver library services related to geospatial
data
-act as the Liaison Librarian for Geographic Information Systems to
faculty in all disciplines and work with faculty to integrate library
GIS and data resources and services into the curriculum
-provide reference services, consultation and/or advice on the use of
GIS and geospatial data to support research and teaching activities
-provide instruction to library patrons in the use of GIS software and
data
-develop and maintain a GIS services delivery system and web site
-lead library service development in GIS and in emerging neogeography
technologies
-manage collection development, organization and maintenance of the
Library's spatial data collections
-participate in initiatives related to the collection, organization and
maintenance of GIS data generated by McMaster University researchers
and affiliates
-assist with the provision of twenty-first century fluencies training
(including spatial and numeric literacy)
-provide reference services and support related to the Lloyd Reeds Map
Collection and the Library Data Service as required
-keep up with emerging trends in GIS and other library-related
information technologies, and demonstrate a commitment to professional
issues in librarianship through participation in professional
organizations, research and publication
The successful candidate must hold a MLS from an ALA-accredited library
school or information science program. The preferred candidate will
also hold a Bachelors degree in a relevant subject area such as
Geography or Environmental Science with a major in GIS, or additional
GIS qualifications such as a community college diploma in GIS, or two
(2) years of professional experience relevant to the position.
The successful candidate will have pertinent knowledge of and
experience in the use of GIS and a variety of kinds of maps and
geospatial data, as well as a knowledge of and experience working with
general academic library tools and resources. The successful candidate
must also demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills
and the potential to excel as an instructor. A current working
knowledge of GIS software, particularly ESRI products, is expected. The
ability to convey complicated information to a variety of end-users at
different technical levels is essential.
The preferred candidate should demonstrate a high degree of computer
literacy and a demonstrated interest in geographic information
technologies and their applications to academic libraries. The
candidate should demonstrate a commitment to developing, maintaining
and sharing technical expertise, and the ability to work creatively,
collaboratively and effectively, both as a team member and
independently.
This position is included in the McMaster University Faculty
Association (MUFA) for Librarians. The appointment will be made at
Level 2, Annual Salary Floor $50,556; Ceiling $82,072. Salary will be
commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position includes
a competitive and comprehensive benefit package.
The Position Responsibility Statement is available from the Library
Human Resources Office. Further information about the Library is
available from its web site at http://library.mcmaster.ca/. McMaster
University Libraries is the first Canadian library to be awarded the
prestigious Excellence in Academic Libraries Award from the Association
of College and Research Libraries in 2008
(http://library.mcmaster.ca/php/blog.php?id=832&display=full).
Applications must be received by June 13, 2008.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian
citizens and permanent residents will be considered first for this
position. McMaster University is strongly committed to employment
equity within its community and to recruiting a diverse faculty and
staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified
candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal
persons, members of sexual minorities and persons with disabilities.
Librarians who wish to be considered for this opportunity should send
their Curriculum Vitae with a covering letter and the names of three
references to:
Library Human Resources Office
Mills Memorial Library, Room 209
1280 Main Street West
Hamilton, Ontario
Fax: 905.522.0691 ext. 24722
E-mail: [log in to unmask]
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Cathy Moulder, GISP
Director of Library Services, Maps, Data and GIS
McMaster University Library
Hamilton, Ontario L8S 4L6
phone: (905) 525-9140 ext. 24745
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