REFERENCE AND SUBJECT LIBRARIAN FOR ART & ARCHITECTURE
Washington University in St. Louis
Olin Library System
The Olin Library System of Washington University is seeking a librarian
who is innovative, technologically literate, and interested in exploring
new options for providing proactive services, for the position of
Reference and Subject Librarian for Art & Architecture. This position,
which reports to the Art & Architecture Librarian, will be responsible
for developing and implementing effective, user-centered reference and
instructional programs and services for users of the Art & Architecture
Library; for collection development and faculty liaison for assigned
subjects; and for participation in the development of electronic
multi-media resources and services to improve access to information by
users in the Library and the Sam Fox Arts Center.
The Art & Architecture Library is one of eight departmental libraries
serving the Washington University community as part of the Olin Library
System. With the School of Architecture, School of Art, Department of
Art History and Archaeology, and the Gallery of Art, the Art &
Architecture Library is a member of the Sam Fox Arts Center. The Art &
Architecture Library supports the teaching, research, and creative
activities of the Center with information services, electronic
information access, and a collection of over 99,000 volumes.
Washington University, located on the edge of the city of St. Louis, is
a medium-sized, independent university founded in 1853, internationally
known for excellence in teaching and research and for the quality and
diversity of its faculty and student body. Situated in the heart of the
midwest, St. Louis is considered one of the 10 most livable cities in
the United States.
QUALIFICATIONS: Required: MLS from an ALA-accredited school;
undergraduate degree in art, architecture or art history (advanced
degree preferred); experience providing reference and
library-instructional service. Desirable: knowledge of electronic
information technologies; knowledge of electronic resources in art and
architecture; reading knowledge of a Western-European language;
knowledge of HTML and Web page design; experience with digital imaging
projects; strong commitment to proactive library service and enthusiasm
for work with students and faculty; ability to initiate, plan, and carry
out projects, both independently and as a member of a team; ability to
communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Salary Range: $30,000-38,000 based on qualifications and experience;
excellent benefits package. Additional information about the Library
and Washington University is available at library.wustl.edu and
wustl.edu/university. A detailed job description is available at:
library.wustl.edu/units/artarch/search.html . For more information about
the St. Louis region, see www.wustl.edu/stlouis.
For full consideration, applicants should send a letter of application,
resume and the names of three references to: Human Resources, Washington
University, Campus Box 1178, 7425 Forsyth Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63105.
Initial review of applications will begin June 30, 2003. Applications
received by June 30th will be given first consideration. Employment
eligibility verification required upon hire. Washington University is an
equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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