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Job Description
Provide vision and leadership for The Geology Library. Oversee library operations and work flow. Establish priorities for the Library. Train, supervise and evaluate two staff positions. Represent the Geology Library to other library units and to external constituencies. Serve as bibliographer for the Geology Department and the newly established School of Energy Resources. Manage and develop the map collection. Evaluate gift materials and make preservation recommendations. Prioritize digitization of assets unique to University of Wyoming. Deliver reference services for the geology, energy resources and map collections. Deliver instructional services to students and faculty including course-related instruction and one-on-one consultations. Provide training for colleagues in the use of specialized resources. As a member of the library faculty, pursue an active and ongoing program of professional development, scholarship and service. Report to the Associate Dean of Libraries.Additional Info & Requirements
A graduate or undergraduate degree in geology, geography, cartography, earth sciences or energy sciences. Experience in a medium to large academic library. Working knowledge of GIS. Experience with government publications. Knowledge of map cataloging practices. Experience working with library donors and friends. Strong record of professional accomplishment.The Community
ENVIRONMENT: The University of Wyoming is the only accredited four-year institution of higher education in the state. The University’s library collections total 1.5 million volumes. Laramie, a city of 27,000 located 130 miles northwest of Denver, offers a reasonable cost of living and the friendly, relaxed atmosphere of a small community combined with the cultural and social activities associated with the University. Laramie is located in an area of national forest, clean air, wide-open spaces and excellent summer and winter recreation sites.HR Info
TO APPLY: Send cover letter, resume, and the names, address, telephone number and e-mail address of three professional references to: Birgit Burke, Assistant to the Dean University of Wyoming Libraries Dept. 3334 1000 E. University Ave. Laramie, WY 82071 Fax: 307-766-2510 E-mail: burek@uwyo.edu Please follow-up faxed or e-mailed applications with copy via mail. EEO/AA
Posted Sep 17, 2007
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