From: Mary Amanda Axford <mary.axford_at_ibid.library.gatech.edu>
GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
LIBRARY & INFORMATION CENTER
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
POSITION: Social Sciences Information Consultant
RESPONSIBILITIES: The individual in this position will focus on
information and research needs in the Social Sciences. Information
Consultants work closely with faculty in instructional and research
programs, building active partnerships as they assess information needs,
locate and deliver relevant information, and promote information competency
skills. Additionally, Information Consultants participate in Reference
Services and develop information resources in specific areas.
ENVIRONMENT: The Library & Information Center is central to the
Institute's instructional and research programs. The Georgia Institute of
Technology, with nearly 20,000 faculty, students, and staff, is one of the
nation's outstanding universities, with many nationally recognized academic
programs in science and engineering.
QUALIFICATIONS: Required: ALA accredited MLS: masters degree in history,
political science, or related area; and minimum of 2 years experience in
marketing/promoting and providing information services in a special or
academic library. Experience in the use and application of electronic or
networked resources in the social sciences, including Internet/WWW
resources. Knowledge of current and emerging information technologies.
Ability to work effectively with all levels of customers and colleagues in
a rapidly changing and technologically-intensive environment. Effective
communication/interpersonal skills. U.S. citizenship.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary is competitive. Librarians are members of the
General Faculty, ineligible for tenure. Standard benefits include: 21
days of vacation; 12 holidays; TIAA-CREF or state retirement plans; health
and life insurance plans.
To Apply: Send a letter and resume, including the names, addresses, and
telephone numbers of 5 professional references to: Becky Turner, Personnel
Librarian, Library and Information Center, Atlanta, GA 30332-0900 (do NOT
reply to this email). Applications will be reviewed as of September 12th
and continue till the position is filled. AA/EEO institution.
Mary A. Axford | Reference Librarian | Georgia Institute of Technology
mary.axford_at_library.gatech.edu | (404) 894-1392
-- Information is the currency of democracy. -- Thomas Jefferson
Received on Mon Aug 04 1997 - 15:47:09 EDT