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Please share with anyone you believe is qualified for our position. Thank
you.

Ben Amata
Fine Arts Librarian Search Committee Chair
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ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY

FINE ARTS LIBRARIAN


Under the general direction of the Head of the Reference Department, and
working closely with the coordinators for Collection Development and Library
Instruction, the Fine Arts Librarian is responsible for the provision of
general reference service and library instruction, as well as collection
development, reference services and instructional services in art, dance,
design, music and theater.  The Fine Arts Librarian has the following
duties:

Reference Services

Shares responsibility for reference service to students, faculty and the
general public at the Reference Desk.  Schedule includes evening and weekend
assignments.

Assesses and anticipates information needs and evaluates effective ways of
meeting them.  Identifies, interprets and provides access to information
resources in all formats for all disciplines.

Teaches students, faculty and the general public to use print and electronic
resources including bibliographic, full-text, image-based, online databases,
CD-ROM and World Wide Web.

Assists library users with complex reference questions and serves as a
subject specialist within areas of subject expertise.

Maintains regular contact with faculty and students to ascertain their
information and research needs and to keep them aware of the development of
the fine arts collections and services.

Instructional Services

Develops and delivers instructional presentations and tools for users.
Incorporates appropriate electronic applications to create course specific
handouts, annotated bibliographies, and instructional guides to facilitate
library instruction and independent research in areas of subject
specialization.

Provides general and discipline specific instruction to classes on library
research methods and materials.  Works with classroom faculty to integrate
information competencies into course assignments.  Schedules appointments
with students to offer research assistance as necessary.  Shares the
responsibility for the Library's general instruction program and assists in
instruction in other disciplines as needed.

Serves as a resource with the instructional faculty teaching courses related
to the fine arts to provide library instruction in the specific disciplines.

Provides outreach services to students, faculty, and organizations on
campus.

Collection Development

Serves as the subject specialist and liaison in the following academic
programs: Art, Dance, Design, Music, Theater and related subjects.   Works
closely with the faculty in these areas.  Shares responsibility for
selecting electronic resources.

Engages in ongoing assessment of collections to support selection and
de-selection decisions.  Provides collection evaluation and assessment for
university program reviews and justification of new curricula.

Manages materials budget within areas of specialization.  Works closely with
faculty in areas of specialization.

Other Responsibilities

Assists in the establishment of library policies and procedures by active
participation in departmental and library affairs.

Contributes to departmental, library, campus and professional meetings as
appropriate.

Responsibilities as a Library Faculty Member

Scholarly or creative achievement, contributions to the community, and
contributions to the institution are all responsibilities of Library
Faculty.  Refer to the Library ARTP policy for complete information.

Minimum Qualifications

1) M.L.S. or equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited institution or
equivalent international degree (granted by August 1, 2000.)

2) Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work with faculty and
students in a culturally diverse environment.

3) Effective oral and written communication skills.

4) Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.

5) Demonstrated skill in using electronic information resources.

6) Knowledge of principles and theories of collection development.

7) Demonstrated ability to provide excellent public service

8) Degree or significant academic preparation in art, dance, design, music,
or theater.

9)  Ability to teach.


Preferred Qualifications

1) An advanced degree in art, dance, design, music, or theater.

2) Significant academic preparation in more than one of the fine arts (art,
dance, design, music, or theater.)

3) Experience working at a reference desk.

4) Demonstrated ability to effectively prepare, deliver and assess library
instruction.

5) Demonstrated knowledge of web page and presentation software.

6) Knowledge of and an interest in emerging digital technologies related to
the fine arts.

7) Familiarity with a non-English language(s).

8) Knowledge of principles and theories of collection development in the
fine arts.

Anticipating Starting Date:  August 1, 2000

Position Classification: This is a probationary, twelve-month tenure-track
entry level position at the Senior Assistant Librarian rank.  Salary range:
$46,488 - $58,740.  Librarians have full faculty status and excellent
benefits.  Library faculty must demonstrate professional competence,
scholarly or creative achievement and service to the University and
community in order to meet university requirements for tenure and promotion.


Application Procedures:  Applicants are asked to submit the following
materials:

1. Current resume and letter of application addressing qualifications for
position.
2. Name, address, phone number and e-mail of three professional references.
Send to:        Patricia Larsen
                Director and Dean of the Library
                California State University, Sacramento
                The Library
                2000 State University Drive East
                Sacramento, CA 95819-6039

Applicants invited for interview will be required to submit official
transcripts.  Vacancy announcement and position description available
electronically: request from [log in to unmask]

Filing Deadline: To ensure consideration, applications should be received by
April 15, 2000.  Position open until filled.

California State University, Sacramento (CSUS) invites applications from
individuals interested in joining our dynamic and growing faculty.  With a
current student population in excess of 24,000, CSUS, the Capital
University, is one of the larger campuses in the 23 campus California State
University system, the largest system of higher education in the nation. The
University is organized around seven colleges. There are approximately 1,400
faculty who provide programs of instruction leading towards bachelor's
degrees in 60 disciplines, master's degrees in 40 disciplines, and one joint
doctoral program.


Sacramento is a high growth metropolitan area with a population of
approximately 1.7 million.  As California's capital, Sacramento is an
advantageous setting for premier academic programs.  As a major metropolitan
University, CSUS is committed to providing leadership in addressing
significant regional needs and to enriching our liberal arts tradition.  The
proximity of CSUS to the California legislature and other agencies of state
and federal government provides unparalleled opportunities for faculty and
students to participate in public service through policy research,
internships, and employment.

California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity Employer, and has a strong institutional commitment to the
principle of diversity in all areas.  In that spirit, we are particularly
interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified
people who assist the University in meeting its Strategic Plan goal of
Pluralism; "To develop a campus community whose diversity enriches the lives
of all and whose members develop a strong sense of personal and community
identity as well as mutual respect."  CSUS hires only those individuals who
are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and
Campus Crime Statistics Act, California State University, Sacramento has
made crime reporting statistics available on-line at
www.csus.edu/police/SRTKRPT.html. Print copies are available in the library,
and by request from the Office of Public Safety and the Office of  the Vice
President for Student Affairs.

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