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ART LIBRARIAN

The University of California, Santa Barbara, one of the ten campuses of
the UC, is seeking an Art Librarian. The University of California is
widely recognized as the preeminent public university system in the world.
UCSB is ranked as a category 1 research university by the Carnegie
Commission, and is an elected member of the Association of American
Universities. The library membership includes ARL, CLIR, SPARC, and
OCLC. The library is also a participant in the California Digital
Library, and the Library of California. The library collections include
over two million volumes, government documents, microforms, sophisticated
electronic resources, and numerous Special Collections.
Librarians at the University of California, Santa Barbara are professional
academic appointees. They are entitled to two days per month of vacation
leave, one day per month sick leave and all other benefits granted to
non-faculty academic personnel. The University has an excellent retirement
system, which is coordinated with Social Security. A selection of group
health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans are offered by the
University. Librarians are represented by an exclusive bargaining agent,
the American Federation of Teachers.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Head of the Arts Library, and
working with the Head of Cataloging the Art Librarian has responsibility
for reference services, collection development and management for Art,
Architecture, and Art Studio, bibliographic instruction, and cataloging.
The incumbent provides traditional and electronic reference services that
may include some evening and weekend hours. Initiates and participates in
an active library instructional program. The Art Librarian collaborates
with the Head of the Arts Library in collection development activities,
including selection of information resources, preservation and weeding
decisions, faculty liaison, and resource sharing. The incumbent is also
responsible for the development and maintenance of printed and electronic
guides to specialized library resources.
Performs original cataloging of art monographs in all formats and a
variety of languages. Hires, trains, supervises and evaluates library
staff. Participates in library committees and task forces as appropriate.
Represents the library in local, state, and national activities.


QUALIFICATIONS: ALA accredited MLS. Academic background and/or knowledge
of Art, Art History, Architecture or related disciplines demonstrated
through undergraduate or advanced degree, coursework, or work experience.
Skills in supervision and management.
Demonstrated experience in reference, collection development,
bibliographic instruction and cataloging. A strong commitment to public
service. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues,
faculty, students and community users in a diverse, multicultural
environment. Thorough knowledge of cataloging rules including AACR2,
USMARC formats, LCSH, and authority control. Experience with OCLC or
RLIN. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Demonstrated
initiative and flexibility. Working knowledge of modern Western European
languages
is desirable. Knowledge of basic HTML and Web page design is desirable.

Hiring Range $42,996 to $60,132 based on qualifications and experience.
Consideration of applications begins December 1, 2002 and continues until
the position is filled. Send resume, and names and addresses of three
references to: Detrice Bankhead, Associate University Librarian, Human
Resources, University of California, Santa Barbara, CA 93106.
The University of California is an AA/EOE committed to diversity in the
workplace and invites applications from candidates who can contribute in
this area.

Application Instructions:
To apply for the above position(s), send a letter of application, resume,
and the
names and addresses of three references to:

Detrice Bankhead
Associate University Librarian, Human Resources
Davidson Library
University of California
Santa Barbara, CA 93106.9010