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Position announcement -- Art/Art History Librarian, University of
Minnesota Libraries.
With apologies for any duplicates received: Further information can be
found at:
http://www.ohr.umn.edu/1617/job_details.cfm?id=1998,
or by contacting Dr Thomas Shaughnessy, Phone: +1 (612)
624-1807, E-mail: [log in to unmask]
Applicants from overseas will be considered.
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UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA LIBRARIES-TWIN CITIES CAMPUS
http://www.lib.umn.edu
Position Available
ART/ART HISTORY LIBRARIAN
The University of Minnesota Libraries invites applications and
nominations for dynamic and innovative applicants for the position of
Art/Art History Librarian. The individual hired will work in Wilson
Library, the University's Social Sciences and Humanities Library, as
part of a team responsible for reference service, resource development,
library instruction, and faculty liaison. An important aspect of this
position will be to develop, evaluate, and implement new and effective
information resources, technologies, and services in assigned subject
areas. All library staff must have the ability to work effectively with
a racially and culturally diverse community of faculty, students, and
library colleagues in a team environment.
DESCRIPTION
* Resource Development: Serve as subject specialist for art, art
history, and studio arts. Interpret collection strengths,
weaknesses, scope, and plan for future development in light of
University strategic and programmatic needs. In cooperation with
librarians in other disciplines, maintain responsibility for all
aspects of development and management of resources in electronic and
print formats. Oversee Francis V. Gorman Art Library Endowment,
created in 1981 for the enrichment of the art collection.
* Reference Service and Instruction: Provide reference service during
scheduled hours and by appointment in assigned subject areas,
including services in the Library's digital resource centers.
Provide relevant instruction to faculty and students, and
appropriate training for library staff.
* Faculty and Staff Liaison: Serve as principal liaison to the
Departments of Art and Art History, the Francis V. Gorman Art
Library Endowment Advisory Board, and appropriate academic
departments. Develop working relationships with the College of
Architecture and Landscape Architecture, the Department of Design,
Housing, and Apparel, the Weisman Art Museum, and other allied
departments.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required: ALA accredited M.L.S. or foreign equivalent; graduate study
in art, art history, or related fields; reading knowledge of at least
one major Western European language, other than English; knowledge of
collection development and management functions in assigned or related
subject areas; knowledge of electronic resources and their applications
in art or art history; strong commitment to library public service;
excellent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal
skills, and ability to work effectively with a diverse clientele.
Preferred: Experience in developing innovative uses of electronic
resources, especially using graphics and text data, in a research
environment; demonstrated knowledge of Modern Art and/or Asian Art.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
This is a full-time, 12-month, continuous appointment track,
academic/professional position with probationary appointment at the
Assistant or Associate Librarian rank. Rank will depend on
qualifications and experience consistent with collegiate and University
policy. The Libraries offers a competitive salary, commensurate with
experience, but not less than $34,000, for this position. Excellent
benefits and substantial moving allowance.
RECRUITING SCHEDULE
Position is available immediately. Applications will be accepted until
the position is filled. A full position description is available at
http://www.umn.edu/ohr/employ.html listed with Academic Professional
positions by Job Number, UL-97.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Send a letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses,
telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of three current professional
references to: Linda DeBeau-Melting, Libraries Human Resources Office,
University Libraries, 499 Wilson Library, 309 19th Avenue South,
Minneapolis MN 55455-0414. Please identify your application with the
number UL-97.
The University of Minnesota is committed to the policy that all persons
shall have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment
without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex,
age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran
status, or sexual orientation.
Appointment at either Assistant or Associate Librarian rank will be
made in accordance with established Librarian Rank Definitions for the
Professional Staff of the University Libraries, Twin Cities Campus.
Assistant Librarian:
* performs assigned professional responsibilities at an increasing
level of effectiveness, with evidence of growth and development
within the scope of these responsibilities
* must demonstrate contribution to the progress and operations of the
University Libraries department in which he/she works
* will normally be expected to contribute to the advancement of
librarianship through visible professional activity, particularly as
these contribute to the achievement of unit, department, or library
objectives, and in the context of the workload and responsibilities
assigned to the individual. Evidence of such contribution may
include work in relevant professional organizations, relevant
professional publication, and/or other appropriate activities
Associate Librarian:
* has demonstrated a substantial command of assigned areas of
professional responsibility, with evidence of growth and development
within the scope of these responsibilities
* has established and maintains a record of visible active
contribution to the progress of services and operations of his/her
University Libraries department
* will normally be expected to contribute to the advancement of
librarianship through visible professional activity, particularly as
these contribute to the achievement of unit, department, or library
objectives, and in the context of the workload and responsibilities
assigned to the individual. Evidence of such contributions may
include work in relevant professional organizations, relevant
professional publications, and/or other appropriate activities.
University of Minnesota Libraries, Twin Cities Campus, "Librarian
Series Personnel Policies and Procedures", January 1989. Pages 2-3.
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