Second Posting. This position is also listed in the ARLIS/NA Job Registry
Announcement of Staff Vacancy
VISUAL RESOURCES CURATOR
The George W. and Adelaide Knight Visual Resources Facility
College of Architecture, Art & Planning
Cornell University
Posting number: AT7204, (Band E, Exempt)
The Knight Visual Resources Facility of the College of Architecture, Art &
Planning at Cornell University seeks a visual resources curator to join the
existing staff. This is an exciting opportunity to work with the faculty
and students of the university, the College of Architecture, Art &
Planning, and the Department of the History of Art to build the visual
collections and to provide electronic access to them.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist in the administration of the Cornell University's
collection of 450,000 slides, videos, and digital images of architecture,
fine arts and functional arts. Assist in the development and
implementation of text and image databases to manage and provide access to
the collections. Initiate collection development. Research and catalog
new material. Train and supervise the unit's staff employees and student
assistants. Provide reference assistance and user orientation. In
collaboration with the Director and the Systems Administrator work with the
faculty to implement and integrate digital technologies into the teaching
and research programs of the University.
QUALIFICATIONS: MA in art or architectural history with library or visual
resources experience, or M.L.I.S. with undergraduate major in art or
architectural history, or equivalent necessary. Must have a reading
knowledge of two foreign languages. Working knowledge of library systems
(cataloging techniques, circulation, database and computer applications),
as well as digital imaging technologies, HTML and current trends
necessary. Experience with audio-visual and photographic equipment, and a
working knowledge of basic photographic techniques and procedures highly
desirable. Must be able to work independently under pressure and must be
able to solve problems creatively. Must be well organized and highly
motivated with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
HIRING SALARY: $30,420 minimum; actual salary will depend on experience.
Position is available immediately; application deadline is August 31,
2001. Applications must include a cover letter, resume, and names and
addresses of three current references. They should be mailed to:
Margaret N. Webster
Knight Visual Resources Facility
B-56 Sibley Hall
College of Architecture, Art & Planning
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY 14853
They may be faxed to: (607) 255-1900.
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educational and employment opportunity. No person shall be denied admission
to any educational program or activity or be denied employment on the basis
of any legally prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to,
such factors as race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin,
sex, sexual orientation, age, or disability. The university is committed
to the maintenance of affirmative-action programs that will assure the
continuation of such equality of opportunity. Sexual harassment is an act
of discrimination and, as such, will not be tolerated. Cornell University
is committed to assisting those persons with disabilities who have special
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Margaret N. Webster
Visual Resources Facility
College of Architecture, Art & Planning
B-56 Sibley Hall
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY 14853
(607) 255-3300
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