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Date: Tue, 2 Dec 1997 12:42:31 -0500
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From: Emma Mosby <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: Position Open at The George Washington University, Gelman Library
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The Gelman Library at The George Washington University is currently
searching for an Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Subject
Specialist/Reference Librarian. file Please assist us by circulating or
posting this position description. Thank you.
The George Washington University announces a search for an Engineering Subject
Specialist
POSITION: Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Subject
Specialist/Reference Librarian
APPOINTMENT RANK & SALARY: Appointment at the rank
of Librarian II. Minimum Salary: $30,000. Rank and
Salary depend on qualifications and experience.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: As subject specialist for
electrical engineering and computer science, serves as liaison to
faculty, provides specialized research support, user education
and consultation services, develops and manages print and
electronic collections, and identifies user needs with respect
to library services and policies. Additional subjects may be
assigned based on background and/or library needs.
Serves approximately 8 hours per week providing reference
services at a busy reference desk in a highly automated
environment. The library collections include all subjects
except law and medicine. Additionally, works under the guidance
of the Electronic Resources Librarian to assist with the
selection, organization and maintenance of the library's electronic
resources and their interfaces. Will contribute, along with
others, to support the development of electronic, multimedia
and Internet/WWW services and resources. Serves on
library and University committees. Reports to a Subject Specialist
Group Leader.
SUBJECT BACKGROUND PREFERRED: Engineering,
especially Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, or
Natural/Physical Sciences. May be demonstrated through
academic degrees, course work, substantive experience, or
engineering library experience.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: ALA accredited Masters
Degree in library/information science; 2 years post-MLS
experience, excellent oral and written communication
skills; experience in providing reference services; experience with
electronic resources and the Internet/WWW; familiarity
with information resources for engineering; experience with, or
ability and interest to learn, technical aspects and
troubleshooting for electronic resources, such as CD
ROM installation,
Internet resources and tools, software packages and
operating systems; academic or research library experience;
commitment to public service and to collection development;
ability to work effectively with co-workers in a collaborative
organization.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Collection development
experience, faculty liaison experience, experience in planning
and presenting user education sessions; ability to take
innovative approaches to translate creative ideas into practical reality.
REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS: Review of applications
will begin January 20, 1998 and continue until the position is
filled. Please send current resume and names and addresses
of three references to:
Andrea Stewart, Director
Gelman Library Administration
The George Washington University
2130 H Street NW, Room 201
Washington, DC 20052.
The George Washington University is an equal opportunity
/affirmative action employer which actively seeks and encourages
applications from minority candidates.
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