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Category: Non-tenured Library Faculty (12-Month
Appointment)
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications
and experience; comprehensive benefits
An opportunity for a service-oriented individual to
work within the team environment of the University of Maryland (UM) Libraries
in College Park, the largest university library system in the region and in
close proximity to the nation’s capital. Visit the UM Libraries’
Web site at http://www.lib.umd.edu/
RESPONSIBILITIES: Based in the Architecture Library,
located in the School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation and working
under the direction of the Branch Manager, Art and Architecture Libraries, the
Architecture, Planning, and Preservation Librarian works with other members of
the Art and Architecture Team to design and administer an innovative program
for public service and user education in the subject areas of architecture,
urban studies and planning, historic preservation, and real estate development,
that incorporates new technologies, interdisciplinary models, and analysis of
user needs. Primary responsibilities shall be to provide bibliographic
instruction; to provide in depth reference assistance; and to engage in
continued outreach activities to the department. The incumbent shall also
participate in collection development and management, working with the other
Architecture, Planning and Preservation Librarian.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Required:
ALA-accredited MLS/MIS or comparable degree. Experience providing reference
and instructional services and/or collection development and management in an
academic or special library. Understanding of current and emerging trends in
one or more of the disciplines specified above and familiarity with electronic
resources and information technologies, related to these subject areas.
Demonstrated proficiency and capabilities with personal computers and software,
the Web, and library-relevant information technology applications. Strong
public service orientation. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and
creatively with faculty, students, and library staff in a dynamic, rapidly
changing environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Preferred: Knowledge of architecture, urban studies and planning, historic
preservation, real estate development or a related discipline, as demonstrated
through academic degrees, course work, publications or job experience.
Knowledge of current and emerging trends in academic library services/resources
as they relate to scholarly communication and publishing.
Position is appointed to Librarian Faculty Ranks as
established by the University System of Maryland Board of Regents. Rank at
appointment is based on the successful applicant’s experience and
relevant credentials. For additional information, consult the following
website: http://www.lib.umd.edu/groups/la/APPSC/
Applications: Electronic applications preferred. For
full consideration, send electronic application with position title and number
in the subject line. Submit cover letter, resume, and names/e-mail addresses of
three references by April 18, 2008. Applications accepted until position is
filled.
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or mail to:
Library Human Resources
6115 McKeldin Library
Fax:301-314-9960.
Detailed job description at http://www.lib.umd.edu/UMCP/PASD/LPO/LibJobs/0308.html
EEO/AA Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged
to apply.