Vacancy: Networked Resources Education Librarian, U. at Albany

[Trudi Jacobson]

                               VACANCY NOTICE

POSITION:  Networked Resources Education Librarian

RESPONSIBILITIES:  Under the direction of the Coordinator of User Education
Programs,  the Networked Resources Education Librarian is responsible for
designing and implementing library instructional services for a networked
information environment where user self-sufficiency is vital and remote
access is increasingly the norm. The librarian will develop and teach classes
covering a variety of networked resources and tools and will design and
implement instructional materials (tutorials, help screens, etc.) for use in
a Web-based Library Wide Information System.  The librarian will actively
promote and market library programs and services to a diverse university
community and participate in providing general reference services, including
evening and weekend hours.

Reports to the Head, Reference Services Department.  Research, publication
and service to the Libraries, university and profession are expected to
satisfy criteria for continuing appointment and promotion.

QUALIFICATIONS: Required:  A master's degree accredited by the American 
Library Association or the equivalent library professional degree accredited
by an appropriate foreign association; one  year public service experience in
an academic or large public library; demonstrated expertise in producing
print, web-based, and other electronic user resources; knowledge of HTML and
other Web protocols; ability to plan and implement new programs and services;
and strong oral, written communication and interpersonal skills.  Preferred:
Instructional design experience.

SALARY:  Commensurate with education and experience.  Salary minimum for
Assistant Librarian $28,000; Senior Assistant Librarian $32,000.

TERMS & BENEFITS:  Twelve month appointment; sick leave and annual leave @
1.25 days each per month; dental; vision; health insurance, major medical or
Health Maintenance Organization.  Social Security coverage.  TIAA/CREF or New
York State Teachers Retirement available (employee contribution rate = 3%).

CAMPUS & COMMUNITY:  The University at Albany is the oldest state chartered
public institution of higher education in New York.  Established in 1844,
Albany celebrated its sesquicentennial in 1994.  Designated as a University
Center of the State University of New York, Albany has a broad mission of
undergraduate and graduate education, research and public service.  More than
16,000 students are enrolled in the eight degree-granting schools and
colleges of the University, which is noted for its achievement of both
diversity and excellence.

The Albany area provides a wide range of cultural and recreational
opportunities.  The University is located in New York's Capital Region, 150 
miles north of New York City, 150 miles west of Boston.  The Capital Region
has a population of approximately 750,000.

APPLY TO:
Christine M. Travis,  Library Personnel Officer
University Libraries - UL-112
University at Albany
State University of New York
1400 Washington Avenue
Albany, New York 12222

DEADLINE:  Review of letters of application and resumes will begin December
20, 1997.  Please include the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three
references that may be contacted.

THE UNIVERSITY AT ALBANY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.