[EP-underground] Librarian Opening at Caltech

Hello,

The Caltech Library System has an opening for a 'Technical Reference
Librarian'. In addition to fulfilling librarian responsibilities, this
position would be heavily involved in our digital archive efforts, including
electronic theses. If interested please read the details below or pass this
on to a colleague.

Thanks for your time!

/Ed Sponsler
Caltech Library System
CODA Administrator
http://coda.caltech.edu

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Technical Reference Librarian for Engineering and Applied Science
Caltech Library System

Application deadline: Initial review begins 17 February 2003.  Position open
until filled.

Salary: $45,000 minimum; commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Competitive benefits, including TIAA/CREF, 21 days of vacation.

CLS is seeking a dynamic, exciting, and energetic librarian.  Join us in
advancing the frontiers of digital publishing, while maintaining subject
expertise and liaison activities with a technologically sophisticated,
research-oriented clientele that expects a high degree of service.

The successful candidate has extensive experience meeting the information
needs of the scientific community and a demonstrated knowledge of some or
all of the following:  HTML, XML, EAD, TEI, CSS, etc.  Responsibilities
include reference service, instruction, and collection development.

CLS is a lean and nonhierarchical organization.  Librarians and staff
function in an interrupt-driven, multidisciplinary team environment. Each
librarian thrives with a marked degree of autonomy, authority, and
responsibility.

Requirements:  ALA-accredited MLS; 3-5 years experience in an
academic/research environment supporting science, engineering, and/or the
applied sciences. Proficiency in all modes of communication is essential.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development
for oneself and for the team, and active participation in the library
profession are expected.

For consideration please send a cover letter, resume, and the names and
contact information of three references to Chair, Search Committee,
Technical Reference Librarian, Caltech Library System, 1-32, California
Institute of Technology, Pasadena, CA 91125-3200.

The official position description is available from Caltech Human Resources
<http://208.169.18.206/clients/CalTech/publicjobs/CanGetJob.cfm?job_id=10126
&req=CIT10125>.