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Date: Wednesday, November 08, 2000, 11:01 AM -0500
From: Donna McKernan <[log in to unmask]>
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Subject: New Faculty Position 1 of 4: Applied Arts Librarian
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>
> Applied Arts Librarian
> University Libraries
> University at Buffalo
> Position Description
>
> Responsibilities:
>
> The Applied Arts Librarian provides general and specialized
> information literacy services, research services, instruction programs,
> academic department liaison activities, and collection management in the
> General Libraries within the organizational structure of the University
> Libraries, and in the Architecture and Planning Library, a branch of
> Lockwood Memorial Library. The General Libraries consist of Lockwood
> Memorial Library (Social Sciences/Humanities), the Science and Engineering
> Library, the Silverman Undergraduate Library.
>
> The Applied Arts Librarian develops collections, provides general
> and specialized information literacy and research services to faculty and
> students in support of the curriculum and research activities, and
> collaborates in the management of acquisitions funds. The Librarian
> maintains knowledge of and develops means to integrate electronic
> resources and information technologies in the curriculum in the applied
> arts and in library services. The Librarian actively participates in
> technology-related activities via relevant academic departments, the
> Educational Technology Center, or other campus projects, and actively
> collaborates with faculty on specific projects to insure continuing
> response to changes in curricular and research needs and trends.
>
> The Librarian interacts with and provides services to undergraduates,
> graduate students, faculty, and University staff; engages in the
> preparation of web pages, instructional modules, guides, and other
> web-based resources; and engages in special projects as assigned. The
> Librarian also actively participates in University Libraries committees
> and task forces. Some evening and weekend hours are part of the
> Librarian's regular schedule. The Librarian keeps up to date on issues
> and trends in the appropriate academic disciplines, public services,
> collection management, and electronic resources and services in libraries
> on the local, regional, and national levels.
>
> Qualifications
>
> Required: Master's degree from an ALA-accredited program; library
> public service experience as a librarian, intern or graduate assistant;
> experience or course work in an area of architecture, planning,
> digital/graphic arts, industrial arts, or an associated discipline;
> knowledge and experience using information technologies for web-based
> services or in the academic curriculum; ability to work independently and
> as part of a team; ability to foster and maintain partnerships and
> alliances with a broad-based constituency; consultative communication
> style reflecting excellent oral and written communication skills; ability
> to understand and work effectively within a complex academic environment;
> strong public service focus; collegial leadership style.
>
> Desired: subject Master's or library experience in architecture,
> planning, digital/graphic arts, or an associated discipline, such as,
> industrial arts, urban development, design; demonstrated creativity in
> planning and implementing innovative services; effective project
> management experience.
>
> Salary/Rank: Assistant Librarian: $33,000; Senior Assistant Librarian:
> $38,000; Associate Librarian: $44,000 or higher, competitive and
> commensurate with qualifications; faculty status at the rank of Assistant
> Librarian, Senior Assistant Librarian, or Associate Librarian, depending
> on qualifications and experience.
>
> Please refer to our web site: http://ublib.buffalo.edu/libraries/
>
> UB offers a generous benefits program: Optional retirement programs
> including TIAA/CREF, optional health coverage programs, 15-21 days
> vacation per year, and more.
>
> Please send letter of application and resume including the names of at
> least three references to:
>
> Kenneth Hood
> Human Resources Officer
> University Libraries
> State University of New York at Buffalo
> 432 Capen Hall
> Buffalo, New York 14260-1625
>
> Search Committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and
> continue until an appointment is made.
>
> AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER/ RECRUITER
> No person in whatever relationship with the University at Buffalo shall be
> subject to discrimination on the basis of age, creed, color,
> disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
> marital or veteran status.
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