Art and Art History Specialist/Reference Librarian
Lockwood Memorial Library
The Art and Art History Specialist/Reference Librarian
provides general and specialized reference/information services
and instruction programs in Lockwood Library. As a Subject
Specialist, the librarian is responsible for development of
collections, the provision of specialized research services to
faculty and students in support of the curriculum and research
needs of the departments of Art and Art History, and management
of the appropriate acquisitions funds.
The librarian is knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the
integration of electronic resources in the curriculum and in
library services. The librarian provides collaboration and
expertise in graphic design for the Lockwood Online website and
the University Libraries website. The librarian also actively
participates in the relevant Technology Node on campus, in the
proposed IDEAS Center (Integrated Digital Exploration in the Arts
and Sciences), and actively collaborates with faculty on specific
projects and to insure continuing response to changes in
curricular and research trends.
The librarian has specific responsibilities and engages in
projects related to collection analysis and collection management
as directed by the Coordinator of Collection Development. These
responsibilities may include, but are not limited to,
preservation assessment, gift book processing, format decisions
and selection/ organization of materials for possible digitizing
(emphasis on art images), and an additional specialist assignment
if needed by Lockwood Library.
The librarian engages in the preparation of library guides
in web and print formats and in special projects as assigned by
the Coordinator for Reference and Instruction. The librarian
also actively participates in the team management structure of
Lockwood Library, in University Libraries committees and task
forces, and other duties as assigned. Some evening and weekend
hours are part of the librarian's regular schedule. The Art and
Art History Specialist/Reference Librarian keeps up to date on
issues in collections management, digitizing of materials and
images, website graphic design, public services, electronic
resources and services in libraries on the local, regional, and
national levels.
The position is a tenure-track position with faculty status,
reporting to the Director of Lockwood Memorial Library.
REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree from an ALA accredited program;
undergraduate or advanced degree or documented experience in Art,
Art History, or Graphic Design; knowledge and enthusiasm about
electronic resources and web-based information resources and
services; one year's experience in public services (may be as
intern, practicum, or graduate assistant) in a research library
are required. Reading knowledge of a European language is
desirable.
RANK and SALARY: Assistant Librarian ($27,000 or higher) or
Senior Assistant Librarian ($32,000 or higher). Rank and salary
are commensurate with experience and education.
UB offers a generous benefits program: Optional retirement
programs including TIAA/CREF, optional health coverage programs,
15-21 days vacation per year, and more.
Please send letter of application and resume including the names
of at least three references to:
Kenneth Hood
Human Resources Officer
University Libraries
State University of New York at Buffalo
432 Capen Hall
Buffalo, New York 14260-1625
Please mention in your cover letter where you read this announcement.
Search Committee will begin reviewing applications immediately
and continue until an appointment is made.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
No person in whatever relationship with the University
at Buffalo shall be subject to discrimination on the
basis of age, creed, color, disability, national origin,
race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or
veteran status.
6/9/98
The University at Buffalo Libraries
The University Libraries provide collections of 3 million
volumes. With seven major units (including Health Sciences and
Law) and two branches, the library system subscribes to over
22,357 serials and periodicals, has 4.4 million microforms,
government documents and extensive electronic resources.
Students and faculty are served in the Libraries by over 100
professional staff, 89 support staff, and student assistants.
The BISON online information system is web-based at
http://ublib.buffalo.edu/libraries. We are members of the
Association of Research Libraries.
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University Center with an enrollment of over 24,000 students. A
member of the prestigious Association of American Universities
(AAU), the University at Buffalo offers a broad range of
undergraduate, masters, and doctoral degree programs. It is
located on two major campuses and several smaller building
clusters. The South Campus with its ivy-covered edifices is
located in the city and has been redesigned and renovated as a
major medical research center. The North Campus, a few miles
away in Amherst, is a massive complex of futuristic architecture.
The North Campus "academic spine" provides a one-mile complex of
buildings, completely enclosed from the elements. Shuttle
service connects all campuses and clusters.
Buffalo is New York State's second largest metropolitan
area with a population exceeding 1.25 million. It is a vibrant
city with a lively theater district, important art collections,
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transit system connects the South Campus with the downtown area
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