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----------------------------Original message---------------------------- PLEASE POST. VISUAL RESOURCES CURATOR/LIBRARIAN MEDIA UNION, UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN The Media Union is an innovative new facilitiy supporting the creative aspects of disciplines across the entire campus. The Media Union Library will specifically support the research and instructional needs of the School of Art and Design, and the College of Architecture and Urban Planning, and Engineering, and interdisciplinary collaborations. The Library will support projects sponsored through the Media Union, the Academic Outreach Program, and will actively pursue the development and distribution of digital resources and services. All Media Union librarians are expected not only to work closely with departments within their areas of expertise but also to support of Media Union constituencies. DUTIES: Under the supervision of the Media Union Director of Information Services, the Visual Resources Curator/Librarian will perform public services duties at the Media Union and participate in UM Library activities. Responsibilities include management and collection development of a rapidly growing collection of visual resources (primarily in the areas of art and architecture, but including other disciplines as well), reference service, digital services, instruction, faculty liaison and other activities. QUALIFICATIONS--REQUIRED: ALA accredited MLS, or an MA/MS in an appropriate subject area. 2 years prior experience in a visual resources collection or art related library. Experience using networked computers and software appropriate for the creation of databases and programs for the management and manipulation of images. Familiarity with visual resources collection development and management, with searching arts related databases, and an understanding of scholarly research methods and information needs. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Proficiency using on-line catalogs, databases, and the Internet. Ability to function effectively as part of a team of information specialists working with culturally diverse faculty, students, and staff. QUALIFICATIONS--DESIRED: Additional graduate-level coursework: for an MLS - in art history, architecture, or studio art; for MA/MS - in an information management field such as library science. Instruction experience. Demonstrated experience using one or more of the following: WWW resource development, desktop publishing, multimedia development. Working knowledge of a major European language. RANK, SALARY & LEAVE: Final rank dependent on qualifications. Minimum salary of $29,500; 24 working days of vacation/year; 15 days of sick leave/year with privisions for extended benefits. TO APPLY: Send cover letter and resume to: Karen Downing; Library Human Resources; 404 Hatcher Graduate Library North; University of Michigan; Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-1205. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications received by December 16th will be given first consideration. The University of Michigan is a non- discriminatory affirmative action employer. Allison J. Colborne Art + Architecture Librarian Media Union University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2409 VOICE: (313) 647-5274 EMAIL: [log in to unmask]