[12076] in Public-Access_Computer_Systems_Forum
Positions Available
daemon@ATHENA.MIT.EDU (Public-Access Computer Systems For)
Tue Mar 17 20:13:26 1998
Date: Tue, 17 Mar 1998 17:20:26 -0600
From: Public-Access Computer Systems Forum <LIBPACS@UHUPVM1.uh.edu>
To: PACS-L@LISTSERV.UH.EDU
Reply-To: Public-Access Computer Systems Forum <PACS-L@LISTSERV.UH.EDU>
2 Messages, 114 Lines
1) Information Literacy Libn, Salem State College (MA)
2) Electronic Services & Web Development Libn, Bowdoin College (ME)
From: "Nancy L. George" <ngeorge@salem.mass.edu>
Information Literacy Librarian
Salem State College is seeking a professional librarian to be respons=
ible
for the training of library patrons and staff in the following areas:=
the
identification of information needs; the location, retrieval, evaluat=
ion
and synthesis of information; and the use of electronic, traditional,=
and
non-traditional resources. Required qualifications include an ALA
accredited Master=92s Degree in Library Science, 2 years of full-time
experience in reference and library instruction in an academic enviro=
nment,
in-depth knowledge of electronic and traditional reference resources =
and
trends, experience in creating web pages, the ability to communicate
effectively and to recognize the information needs of library patrons=
, and
a demonstrated commitment to information literacy and library instruc=
tion.
A subject masters degree and experience in and commitment to working =
in a
multi racial, multi ethnic environment with patrons of diverse backgr=
ounds,
learning styles and abilities are preferred. Salary is $34,000 minim=
um,
dependent upon education and experience.
Closing Date: Application review will begin immediately and continue=
until
the position is filled.
To apply, send letter of application, resume and three letters of ref=
erence
to:
Office of Equal Opportunity and Human Rights
Salem State College
352 Lafayette St.
Salem, MA 01970
Salem State College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employ=
er.
Persons of color, women and persons with disabilities are strongly ur=
ged to
apply.
Nancy L. George=09=09=09=20
Electronic Resources Librarian=09
Salem State College Library=09
352 Lafayette St.=09=09=09=20
Salem, MA 01970=09
voice:508-740-7182=20
fax:508-744-6596=09
email:ngeorge@salem.mass.edu or george@noblenet.org=09=09
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From: Judy Montgomery <jmontgom@Bowdoin.EDU>
"This message is being cross-posted to several lists. Please excuse the
duplication."
Bowdoin College Library
Brunswick, Maine
Revised Position Requirements
ELECTRONIC SERVICES AND WEB DEVELOPMENT LIBRARIAN
(Revised)
The Bowdoin College Library seeks an innovative librarian to join
an enthusiastic staff committed to integrating technology into library
services. This 32 month, grant-funded position reports to the Associate
Librarian for Public Services. Duties include: coordinating planning and
providing technical expertise for electronic reference services and
collaboratively designed library technology projects; overseeing team
effort to develop and maintain the Librarys Web gateway
(http://www.bowdoin.edu/dept/library); overseeing and participating in
the acquisition, installation and maintenance of hardware/software in
collaboration with campus computing and library staff; developing staff
training programs; and, as a member of the reference team, providing
general reference services.
Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS required; one to two years experience
planning and implementing electronic reference services highly desirable;
demonstrated expertise in Web development and design including knowledge
of HTML, web toolkits and UNIX; demonstrated project management,
organizational and supervisory experience; expertise in set-up and
troubleshooting of computer hardware and software, knowledge of emerging
trends in electronic reference services, Web development, Internet
technology, imaging, multimedia production and presentation; excellent
communication, team-building and interpersonal skills; demonstrated
ability to provide individual/group instruction and reference service
with sensitivity to differing learning styles.
Competitive salary and benefits. Applications accepted until position
filled; those received before March 30, 1998 will be given first
consideration. Please submit a letter of interest, resume with urls for
sample Web work and names and telephone numbers of three references to:
Manager of Employment, Bowdoin College, Human Resources Department, 3500
College Station, Brunswick, ME 04011-8246. Bowdoin College is committed
to equal opportunity through affirmative action. Women and members of
minority groups are encouraged to apply.
