Maps/Public Service Librarian
A temporary position is open in the Eastern Michigan University Library
for a Maps and Public Services librarian to work part-time (20 hours/wk)
during the 2008-2009 academic year.
Map Library responsibilities include:
- Coordinate with the Map Librarian and Map Library Assistant to process
and catalog paper maps.
- Participate in planning, designing, and maintenance of web pages
that include specific information about cartographic resources and
creating finding aids.
- Provide assistance to users on how to find, use and understand cartographic
materials.
Public Services Duties include:
- Provide general instruction and reference assistance to a diverse
population of library patrons at the reference desk and via the Internet
- Provide expert research support, training, and instruction to students,
faculty, and others
- Participate in the use and delivery of new information technologies
in all public services and instruction functions
- Instruct undergraduate and graduate students in library use and promote
information literacy
- Some evening work maybe required.
Required qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Library Science (ALA accredited)
- Bachelor level courses in geography and/or cartography
- Knowledge of and/or experience with a map library collection
- Knowledge of and/or experience with computer programs such as OCLC
and creating web pages
- Knowledge of general and specialized reference works, and current
electronic reference sources
- Working knowledge of and experience with automated library systems
and the internet
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a library faculty
environment
- Effective oral and written communication skills
Preferred qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a discipline with an emphasis on spatial
data, such as in the field of geography, earth sciences, land use planning,
etc.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, preference
will be given if received by August 15, 2008. To apply, please
send a resume, including three references to:
Eric
Owen
Eastern
Michigan University
Bruce
T. Halle Library, Room 100
955
West Circle Drive
Ypsilanti,
MI 48197-2207
