[12048] in Public-Access_Computer_Systems_Forum
Correction to U-Michigan Librarian vacancy (fwd)
daemon@ATHENA.MIT.EDU (Richard Lee Schrader)
Wed Mar 4 09:26:58 1998
Date: Tue, 03 Mar 1998 13:11:29 -0600
From: Richard Lee Schrader <rschrad@umich.edu>
To: PACS-L@LISTSERV.UH.EDU
Reply-To: Public-Access Computer Systems Forum <PACS-L@LISTSERV.UH.EDU>
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Please correct the earlier posting to show that it is a 1 year term
appointment. It should still be posted through 3/13/98. Thank you.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY
DIGITAL LIBRARY PROJECT LIBRARIAN, DIGITAL LIBRARY PRODUCTION SERVICE
(1-YEAR TERM APPOINTMENT WITH POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION)
DUTIES:
The Digital Library Program (DLP) is a collaborative program to develop
the campus information infrastructure. Jointly funded by the Library,
Information Technology Division, and the School of Information and Library
Studies, the program addresses projects which build infrastructure, add
digital content, and build essential tools for information access. The
Digital Library Production Service (DLPS) is a jointly supported
organization with staff from multiple units on campus. DLPS focuses on
the design and development of storage and access systems for digital
collections in a variety of formats.
Over a dozen projects are underway within the DLP. Many of the projects
involve work with publishers and coordination with staff within the
Library, ITD, and School of Information.. The Project Librarian will work
with the Digital Library Production Service Head and the Assistant
Director for Digital Librarian Initiatives, depending on the specific
project.
The position will have responsibilities to coordinate tasks, handle
components of specific projects, and contribute to digital library access
systems development for specific collections. Activities will be
designated by the AD or Head of the Digital Library Production Service.
Examples of potential project assignments include assisting the DLI and
Rackham in the exploration of issues relating to digital dissertations and
theses (encoding sample dissertations, analyzing encoding, and supervising
students in encoding subsequent dissertations), and assisting in the
development of the University of Michigan Gateway and the University
Library Digital Registry, working with various Library units and
committees, as well as the Library Systems Office.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required: ALA-accredited Masters in library or information science;
experience in library or related information technology environment;
facility with computer productivity tools, client/server systems, World
Wide Web resource design; experience with multiple data/document
structures, including specifically SGML; ability to work independently;
demonstrated oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability
to work effectively with staff, faculty, and students of culturally
diverse backgrounds.
Desired: Knowledge of publisher environment.
RANK, SALARY, & LEAVE: Rank of Assistant Librarian. Final salary
dependent on years of previous relevent experience (minimum salary -
$29,500); 24 working days of vacation/year; 15 days of sick leave/year
with provisions for extended benefits.
RETIREMENT PLAN: TIAA/CREF retirement plan
APPLY TO: Lucy Cohen; Library Human Resources; 404 Hatcher Graduate
Library North; University of Michigan; Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-1205
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications received by 3/13/98 will be given
first consideration.
Please consult www.umdl.umich.edu for more information about the Digital
Library Production Services.
The University of Michigan is a non-discriminatory, affirmative action
employer.
