[Fwd: [DIGLIBNS:643] Job Announcement]

[Betty Hamilton <bhamilt@tenet.edu>]

Hi Group! This announcement came via another discussion group. I thought
someone in our group might be interested in such a job; especially if
he/she is considering working on a doctorate. Rice University would be
an *excellent* place for that -- and the job sounds interesting, too!

Betty

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>         Electronic Resources Librarian
>
> Rice University, a private university, is seeking a highly motivated
> librarian committed to working closely with users and exploring creative
> new ways to provide services.  This librarian will work primarily on
> providing innovative approaches to using inf ormation technology and the
> development of services for the scholarly community in the electronic
> context.
>
> Responsibilities include: Coordinate activities in the Electronic Text and
> Image Center; assist and train faculty and staff in the use and
> maintenance of these resources; support the integration of new
> technologies and new approaches to the delivery of in formation into
> library operations;  coordinate the development and maintenance of library
> web pages; act as a catalyst and resource for digital library initiatives;
> help develop interfaces to library resources;  provide reference service;
> participate in general and subject specific user education; perform
> collection development in assigned subject area; supervise student
> assistants; and serve as part of the Humanities Computing Support Team.
> Some evening and weekend work is required.
>
> The Fondren Library is an exciting place to work, with opportunities to
> participate in the development of leading edge library technologies in a
> team setting.  Current projects include expanding the services of an
> Electronic Text and Image Center;  tailor ing user interfaces for the
> integrated library system;  the development of an Electronic Reserves
> service; the digitization/creation of multimedia projects in coordination
> with the Special Collections Division; and the cataloging of electronic
> resources.
>
>  The Electronic Resources Librarian leads the Fondren Library in creating
> innovative, user-responsive electronic services and resources.
>
> Requirements: an ALA accredited MLS; a degree in a humanities field;
> working knowledge of at least one foreign language; excellent
> interpersonal skills including the ability to work well with faculty,
> students, and colleagues, a high degree of flexibility , and a positive
> record of collegial relationships; excellent written and oral
> communication skills; a demonstrated high degree of initiative; a
> demonstrated commitment to public services; demonstrated knowledge and
> interest in electronic resources;  thor ough knowledge of internet tools;
> excellent Macintosh and PC computer skills; knowledge of the major
> bibliographic utilities including OCLC or RLIN; and hands on experience
> with integrated library systems, preferably SIRSI.
>
> Preferred:  previous experience in an electronic text center;  previous
> professional experience in an academic library;  UNIX computing skills;
> experience using advanced HTML; experience using a variety of computer
> databases (full-text, images, bibliogra phic);  and demonstrated ability
> to learn new software systems.
>
> Salary/benefits: minimum salary $40,000 with hiring salary based on
> experience and education; no state or local income tax; career advancement
> program; 21 benefit days; 8 study days; TIAA/CREF; health and life
> insurance; and tuition waiver.
>
> Applications received by April 20, 1998 will receive first consideration.
> To apply, send letter of application, resume, and the names, titles,
> addresses, and telephone numbers of 3 references to: Ferne Hyman,
> Assistant University Librarian, Rice Universit y, Fondren Library MS44,
> 6100 Main St., Houston, TX 77005-1892. Rice University is an affirmative
> action, equal opportunity employer.

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