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Government Information and Data Services Librarian
University Libraries - Western Illinois University
May 18, 2007

APPOINTMENT: Negotiable.

Western Illinois University Libraries seeks an innovative and user-oriented
Government Information and Data Services Librarian to become part of their
exciting transformation into a digital information commons. The successful
candidate will plan, develop, and deliver government information and spatial
and numeric data services across the university.

QUALIFICATIONS: ALA-accredited master's degree. A sixth-year specialist
degree in librarianship or an advanced / professional degree must be
completed within one year of initial appointment. Experience with using U.S.
government information resources. Experience using GIS or demonstrated
interest in learning GIS (GIS educational opportunities will be available
through WIU's Geography Department classes and commercial vendor workshops).
Reference experience. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Map library experience. Federal Depository Library
Program experience. Experience evaluating online government information for
inclusion in library Web pages. Experience providing bibliographic
instruction in an academic library. Familiarity with using: SPSS or other
data analysis software applications; international government organization
resources; and legal reference resources.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Government Information and Data Services Librarian is
responsible for the continued development of the Library GIS/map services.
Working closely with library colleagues, the Government Information and Data
Services Librarian participates in the selection, organization, and delivery
of data collections.
Other responsibilities include:
serves as liaison to academic departments; participates in reference and instruction; works
collaboratively with the Government Documents Librarian to insure access to
government information; participates in government information outreach
activities to the University and surrounding communities; contributes in
departmental and library planning; serves on library-wide and University
committees; and completes research and service activities to achieve tenure
and promotion.

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Government Documents Librarian
Salary: $33,000-$35,000 commensurate with experience
Institution: West Texas A&M University/Cornette Library
City: Canyon

Min. Qualifications: ALA accredited Masters Degree in Library Science.
Experience or course work in government documents or government information.
Cataloging experience or course work. Experience with personal computers,
print/electronic indexes and abstracts, and an automated library catalog
system. Experience using HTML to create web pages. Good verbal and written
communication skills, with the ability to communicate with a variety of
people.

Desired Qualifications: Supervisory experience preferred. Experience in maps and GIS information preferred.
Experience giving bibliographic instruction preferred.

Closing date: When job filled
Date available: May 14, 2007
Contact information: Shawna Kennedy-Witthar, Assistant University Librarian,
806-651-2227

Apply through the following web site: www.wtamu.edu/employment

Thank you.

Peggy Blackburn
Cornette Library
806-651-2230

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Government Documents and Maps Librarian, New Mexico State University Library.
The New Mexico State University Library invites applications
for the position of Government Documents and Maps Librarian,
Assistant or Associate Professor. Req. 2007002035

The first review of applications for the Government Documents & Maps
Librarian position at New Mexico State University Library has begun, but
interested applicants are still encouraged to submit their documentation.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The government documents and maps librarian manages
the daily operations and services of the government documents and maps
unit. Establishes unit goals and priorities. Supervises two staff
members. Oversees the acquisition and processing of federal documents in
multiple formats including ongoing retrospective conversion projects.
Evaluates and develops the documents and map collections. Promotes
government information and provides instruction and outreach programs
for the University and community users. Provides in-depth reference and
research assistance. Represents the Library at professional meetings
related to federal government information. Participates in the library's
instruction program (faculty-requested instruction sessions, credit
courses, and instructional workshops). As a member of the library
faculty, this position is responsible for achievement in librarianship,
research and creative activity, and service. This position reports to
the head of the reference and research services department.

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NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
Maps and State Documents Librarian

RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Head, Government and Geographic
Information and Data Services, the Map and State Documents Librarian is
responsible for collection management and services of the paper maps,
digital geospatial resources, and state of Illinois documents collections.
Develops and maintains relevant departmental web pages. Performs
acquisitions and cataloging of maps. Works with appropriate faculty to plan
and implement user education and outreach programs. Plans and implements
staff training programs related to maps, GIS and state documents.
Identifies preservation needs of materials in relevant collections.
Actively participates in the planning, decision-making, and continuing
innovation of the department's services and programs. Shares responsibility
for providing quality reference service at the department's desk including
evening and weekend hours. Professional development in maps and GIS is
expected. Other duties as assigned.

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