WAML Map & GIS Job BlogUniv of Ottawa GIS and Geography Librarian
Posted to maps-l on November 2, 2007
Deadline for applying is November 30, 2007
University of Ottawa Library
GIS and Geography Librarian (Replacement Librarian) - 100342-contract (10-month Contract)
http://www.uottawa.ca/services/hr/newweb/en/positions_for_profs.html#librarian
Responsibilities: The University of Ottawa Library seeks an energetic, service-oriented individual with excellent communication skills to fill the position of GIS and Geography Librarian (Replacement Librarian Position) for a ten (10) month contract. The successful candidate will be an inquisitive and self-motivated person who works well with colleagues in a challenging and changing environment.
Description: Reporting to the Head of the Geographic, Statistical, and Government Information Centre (GSG), the incumbent is responsible for faculty liaison, collection development and reference services in assigned disciplines (Geography, Geomatics, Earth Sciences, and Environmental Studies), and the provision of access and support for broad interdisciplinary use of spatial data.
In addition, the incumbent is responsible for managing the GSG's spatial data and map collections, research consultation, and information literacy training (including spatial and numeric literacy).
The overall objective of this position is the contribution to the optimal development, organization, access and use of geographic information and related data resources in support of the learning, teaching and research mission of the University of Ottawa.
Setting: Located in the heart of the National Capital, the University of Ottawa is recognized as one of Canada's leading teaching and research institutions. With 1000 regular faculty and 33,000 students enrolled in over 220 programs, the University of Ottawa offers a broad spectrum of high quality programs in both English and French. For more information, see: http://www.uottawa.ca.
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