THE UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA LIBRARIES

GIS Environmental Studies Librarian

The University of Manitoba Libraries seeks a dynamic, highly-motivated person for the position of GIS Environmental Studies Librarian at a Assistant/Associate Librarian rank to begin February 1, 2011, or as soon as possible thereafter. This position normally has a two year probationary period and the salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

• A Master’s degree in library and/or information studies from an ALA accredited or equivalent institution;

• Ability to manage a complex workload in a timely, effective manner;

• Knowledge and understanding of best practices, current issues, and trends in academic libraries;

• Effective oral and written communication skills;

• Knowledge of and expertise in the use of GIS software packages, geospatial technologies and data;

• Demonstrated interest in the use of new technologies and their applications in academic libraries.

Candidates with the following qualifications will be preferred:

• At least 2 years’ professional library experience;

• An undergraduate or graduate degree in a related field;

• Experience in the areas of reference and research service, information literacy and collection management;

• Experience in web authoring and web 2.0 technologies.

Reporting to the Head of Reference Services, the GIS Environmental Studies Librarian is responsible for developing and delivering digital library services, developing and maintaining an understanding of the research and teaching programs of the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources and, on the basis of that understanding, plan for the future development of collections and services. A more detailed position description is available at: http://umanitoba.ca/libraries/directors_office/media/GIS_Librarian_position_statement.pdf

The University of Manitoba Libraries (http://www.umanitoba.ca/libraries/) consists of 8 unit libraries and 10 satellite information centers located on the Fort Garry and Bannatyne Campuses and in the Winnipeg Regional Health Authorities’ hospitals across the City of Winnipeg. With collections of over 2.3 million volumes, an annual operating budget of over 25 million dollars and over 200 employees, the Libraries serves a community of approximately 38,000 students, faculty and citizen borrowers.

Winnipeg (http://www.winnipeg.ca/) is the vibrant, creative capital of Manitoba, right at the geographical centre of Canada and North America. A mid-sized city of 700,000 culturally diverse people, Winnipeg offers a community with a cosmopolitan, international flair as well as a warm, welcoming spirit. A variety of arts, culture, sports, recreation and entertainment is available to satisfy every taste; and within an easy drive of the city there are lakes, beaches and pristine wilderness areas.

Librarians enjoy academic status and are appointed to one of four ranks: General, Assistant, Associate and Librarian, with possibility of promotion.

The University of Manitoba encourages applications from qualified women and men, including members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Applicants should submit their application referring to Position 11819 including a curriculum vitae and the names and addresses (including phone, e-mail address and fax numbers) of three references to the address below.

Ms Karen Adams
Director of Libraries
The University of Manitoba Libraries
Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2
Karen_Adams@umanitoba.ca

The deadline for receipt of applications is November 19, 2010.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of “The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy" (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitaes may be provided to participating members of the search process.