Position Vacancy

[Holt, Candy]

Please post the following announcement for a position vacancy on your list serv.  Thank you.

Candy Holt
Associate Director for Administrative, Fiscal & Personnel Services
Mansfield Library
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT  59812
406.243.4583
candy.holt at umontana.edu


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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT



Digital Projects Librarian
(Tenure Track/Assistant Professor)

The Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library <http://www.lib.umt.edu> of The University of Montana <http://www.umt.edu> is located in Missoula <http://www.ci.missoula.mt.us>, in the heart of the Northern Rockies and tremendous recreational opportunities. Missoula also serves as the region's cultural center and is home to a growing number of nationally recognized writers and other artists. Library collections exceed 1.4 million bound volumes, with access to almost 15,000 print and electronic journals, over 200,000 maps, a large media collection, and an Archives and Special Collections <http://www.lib.umt.edu/dept/arch/arch.htm>. The Mansfield Library has been a depository library for almost 100 years and a Regional Depository Library <http://www.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/modalldep.cgi?cmd+MT> for almost 40 years. The library is open seven days a week for 98 hours during the academic semester and provides centralized services from an Information Center. Over 100 public workstations and wireless internet access throughout the building support the use of electronic information resources. 

The University of Montana has an enrollment of over 13,000 and provides a broad curriculum that strikes a balance between a strong liberal arts education and professional programs. The College of Arts and Sciences <http://www.cas.umt.edu>, the Graduate School <http://www.umt.edu/grad/>, the College of Technology <http://www.cte.umt.edu>, and seven accredited professional schools - Business Administration <http://www.business.umt.edu>, Education <http://www.soe.umt.edu>, Fine Arts <http://www.sfa.umt.edu>, Forestry and Conservation <http://www.forestry.umt.edu>, Journalism <http://www.umt.edu/journalism>, Law <http://www.umt.edu/law>, and Pharmacy and Allied Health Sciences <http://www.umt.edu/pharmsci> - complete the University on the Missoula campus. Affiliated campuses include the College of Technology of The University of Montana, Helena <http://www.hct.umontana.edu>; Montana Tech of The University of Montana, Butte <http://www.mtech.edu>; and The University of Montana Western, Dillon <http://www.wmc.edu>.


The University of Montana seeks an entry-level user-oriented librarian to provide leadership in the implementation, coordination and management of library initiatives to develop, enhance, and deliver digital projects.  This includes the development of a web-based interface to these collections and oversight of copyright issues.  This position will work with the library's Technology & Network Services personnel and Web Site Coordinator and the university's Office of Information Technology to develop digital solutions to the university's information and scholarly communication needs.

In collaboration with library and university faculty, this position will recommend acquisition and access to digital text collections and publications appropriate to research and teaching at The University of Montana; and will work collaboratively with colleagues on grants and other proposals related to digital initiatives for the library's special collections, including regional history, government documents, archives, and maps.

As a Reference Librarian, the successful applicant will participate in all areas of general reference service as a member of the Reference Team. Some evening and weekend work will be required. The successful applicant will maintain liaison activities with assigned academic departments and work pro-actively to further integrate information literacy instruction into the curriculum, within the mission of the Library Instruction Program. 




Qualifications

Required:  ALA-accredited library Master's degree obtained within the past three years.  Excellent interpersonal communication, presentation, and organization skills.   Ability to work both independently and collegially.   Commitment to user focused services.   Knowledge of and recent experience with traditional and electronic reference sources.  Ability to learn and to apply new technologies quickly.  Ability to handle multiple responsibilities in a changing environment.  Potential for achieving tenure and promotion.

Preferred:  Relevant experience in computer science, information systems, management information systems, education technology, or a related field. Familiarity with structured markup and scripting languages.  Knowledge of metadata standards and best practices in digital projects.


Rank and Salary

Position is a 12-month, tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor.

The University of Montana offers a comprehensive benefits package including TIAA CREF. Candidates applying by September 13, 2004 will be given first consideration. To apply, please submit, as email attachments or by mail, a letter of application, a resume, and contact information (including email) for three professional references to:

Administrative Services
c/o Digital Projects Librarian Screening Committee
Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library
The University of Montana
32 Campus Drive
Missoula, MT 59812-9936
phone: (406) 243-6800
fax: (406) 243-6864
email: jobs at weblib.lib.umt.edu <mailto:jobs at weblib.lib.umt.edu>
<http://www.lib.umt.edu>

This position announcement can be made available in alternative formats upon request. The University of Montana is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from qualified women, minorities, Vietnam era veterans, and persons with disabilities. Positions eligible for veterans' preference in accordance with State law.