Date: Fri, 20 Mar 1998 01:37:07 +0000
From: Paul T Orkiszewski <orkis@is.rice.edu>
Subject: Job Posting in Humanist
Electronic Resources Librarian
Rice University, a private university, is seeking a highly
motivated librarian committed to working closely with users
and exploring creative new ways to provide services. This
librarian will work primarily on providing innovative
approaches to using information technology and the development of services
for the scholarly community in the electronic context.
Responsibilities include: Coordinate activities in the Electronic Text and
Image Center; assist and train faculty and staff in the use and
maintenance of these resources; support the integration of new
technologies and new approaches to the delivery of information into
library operations; coordinate the development and maintenance of library
web pages; act as a catalyst and resource for digital library initiatives;
help develop interfaces to library resources; provide reference service;
participate in general and subject specific user education; perform
collection development in assigned subject area; supervise student
assistants; and serve as part of the Humanities Computing Support Team.
Some evening and weekend work is required.
The Fondren Library is an exciting place to work, with opportunities to
participate in the development of leading edge library technologies in a
team setting. Current projects include expanding the services of an
Electronic Text and Image Center; tailoring user interfaces for the
integrated library system; the development of an Electronic Reserves
service; the digitization/creation of multimedia projects in coordination
with the Special Collections Division; and the cataloging of electronic
resources. The Electronic Resources Librarian leads the Fondren Library
in creating innovative, user-responsive electronic services and resources.
Requirements: an ALA accredited MLS; a degree in a humanities field;
working knowledge of at least one foreign language; excellent
interpersonal skills including the ability to work well with faculty,
students, and colleagues, a high degree of flexibility, and a positive
record of collegial relationships; excellent written and oral
communication skills; a demonstrated high degree of initiative; a
demonstrated commitment to public services; demonstrated knowledge and
interest in electronic resources; thorough knowledge of internet tools;
excellent Macintosh and PC computer skills; knowledge of the major
bibliographic utilities including OCLC or RLIN; and hands on experience
with integrated library systems, preferably SIRSI.
Preferred: previous experience in an electronic text center; previous
professional experience in an academic library; UNIX computing skills;
experience using advanced HTML; experience using a variety of computer
databases (full-text, images, bibliographic); and demonstrated ability to
learn new software systems.
Salary/benefits: minimum salary $40,000 with hiring salary based on
experience and education; no state or local income tax; career advancement
program; 21 benefit days; 8 study days; TIAA/CREF; health and life
insurance; and tuition waiver.
Applications received by April 20, 1998 will receive first consideration.
To apply, send letter of application, resume, and the names, titles,
addresses, and telephone numbers of 3 references to: Ferne Hyman,
Assistant University Librarian, Rice University, Fondren Library MS44,
6100 Main St., Houston, TX 77005-1892. Rice University is an affirmative
action, equal opportunity employer.
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Electronic Resources Librarian
Rice University, a private university, is seeking a highly motivated
librarian committed to working closely with users and exploring creative new
ways to provide services. This librarian will work primarily on providing
innovative approaches to using information technology and the development of
services for the scholarly community in the electronic context.
Responsibilities include: Coordinate activities in the Electronic Text and
Image Center; assist and train faculty and staff in the use and maintenance
of these resources; support the integration of new technologies and new
approaches to the delivery of information into library operations;
coordinate the development and maintenance of library web pages; act as a
catalyst and resource for digital library initiatives; help develop
interfaces to library resources; provide reference service; participate in
general and subject specific user education; perform collection development
in assigned subject area; supervise student assistants; and serve as part of
the Humanities Computing Support Team. Some evening and weekend work is
required.
The Fondren Library is an exciting place to work, with opportunities to
participate in the development of leading edge library technologies in a
team setting. Current projects include expanding the services of an
Electronic Text and Image Center; tailoring user interfaces for the
integrated library system; the development of an Electronic Reserves
service; the digitization/creation of multimedia projects in coordination
with the Special Collections Division; and the cataloging of electronic
resources. The Electronic Resources Librarian leads the Fondren Library in
creating innovative, user-responsive electronic services and resources.
Requirements: an ALA accredited MLS; a degree in a humanities field; working
knowledge of at least one foreign language; excellent interpersonal skills
including the ability to work well with faculty, students, and colleagues, a
high degree of flexibility, and a positive record of collegial
relationships; excellent written and oral communication skills; a
demonstrated high degree of initiative; a demonstrated commitment to public
services; demonstrated knowledge and interest in electronic resources;
thorough knowledge of internet tools; excellent Macintosh and PC computer
skills; knowledge of the major bibliographic utilities including OCLC or
RLIN; and hands on experience with integrated library systems, preferably SIRSI.
Preferred: previous experience in an electronic text center; previous
professional experience in an academic library; UNIX computing skills;
experience using advanced HTML; experience using a variety of computer
databases (full-text, images, bibliographic); and demonstrated ability to
learn new software systems.
Salary/benefits: minimum salary $40,000 with hiring salary based on
experience and education; no state or local income tax; career advancement
program; 21 benefit days; 8 study days; TIAA/CREF; health and life
insurance; and tuition waiver.
Applications received by April 20, 1998 will receive first consideration. To
apply, send letter of application, resume, and the names, titles, addresses,
and telephone numbers of 3 references to: Ferne Hyman, Assistant University
Librarian, Rice University, Fondren Library MS44, 6100 Main St., Houston, TX
77005-1892. Rice University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity
employer.
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