From: Barbara Via <BV848_at_cnsvax.albany.edu>
VACANCY NOTICE
POSITION: Humanities Bibliographer
RESPONSIBILITIES: Evaluates and develops subject collections and
electronic resources in the humanities, monitors allocated funds,
continuing commitments and approval plans. Serves as liaison to
faculty and students in the departments of Art, Classics,
English, Music, Philosophy, and Theatre, providing in-depth
bibliographic instruction, assistance in use of electronic
sources, and specialized reference for those subject areas.
Maintains subject-oriented web pages. Also provides general
reference services during assigned hours, including some evenings
and weekends.
Reports to Assistant Director for Collection Development.
Research, publication and service to the Libraries, university
and profession are expected to satisfy criteria for continuing
appointment and promotion.
QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Graduate degree in librarianship from
an ALA-accredited institution or foreign equivalent. Preferred:
Academic background in English or Philosophy or a minimum of
three years' experience as a Humanities Librarian at an
academic/research library. Preference will be given to candidates
with demonstrated experience in the use of electronic resources.
SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience. Minimums:
Assistant Librarian $30,000; Senior Assistant Librarian $34,000.
TERMS & BENEFITS: Twelve month appointment; sick leave and
annual leave @ 1.25 days each per month; 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 February 5, 1999. 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
Received on Mon Jan 18 1999 - 15:24:52 EST