Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Librarian
University of Georgia
Athens

The University of Georgia Libraries seeks a Geographic Information Systems
(GIS) Librarian who will be responsible for developing and promoting GIS
services throughout the UGA Libraries, overseeing the daily operations of the
Map and Government Information Library's GIS Lab, and participating in
projects to make maps and other geospatial information from the collection
available online. This position reports to the Head of the Map and Government
Information Library.

  
The UGA Libraries is the designated Regional Federal Depository Library for
the State of Georgia and the official depository for Georgia state government
publications; it is also home to one of the largest academic map collections
in the country. Taken together, the map and government documents collections
consist of approximately 1.6 million paper items and over 3 million
microforms. The Map and Government Information Library consists of a head, 3
FTE librarians, 3 FTE staff members plus student assistants. More information:
http://libs.uga.edu/magil/.

  
The UGA Libraries is located on the university's main campus in Athens,
Georgia, and its facilities include the Main Library, Science Library, Zell B.
Miller Learning Center, Map and Government Information Library, Repository and
Special Collections Libraries. Perennially rated as one of the nation's top
college towns, Athens offers a vibrant place to work and live. With Atlanta 70
miles to the west, Athens offers good proximity to the city while maintaining
a small-town culture and feel. The favorable climate supports an eco-friendly
campus, and UGA is currently undergoing a major multi-step plan to convert
much of the campus into pedestrian friendly green space. Information about
Athens: http://www.libs.uga.edu/athens/.

  
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  
*Provides instruction and research assistance in the use of geographic information systems (GIS) and geospatial information in all subjects and disciplines.  
  
*Oversees the daily operations of the Map and Government Information Library's GIS Lab.  
  
*Develops and maintains GIS-related LibGuides, FAQs and tutorials.  
  
*Develops and maintains the Map and Government Information Library's geospatial data collection, including open-access online datasets and commercial products.  
  
*Provides GIS support for the UGA Libraries Digital Humanities Lab.  
  
*Works collaboratively with Map and Government Information Library, Digital Library of Georgia, and other UGA Libraries staff members and departments to make maps and other geospatial information from the collection available online.  
  
*Assists patrons in the use of Map and Government Information Library resources during regular reference desk shifts by answering questions in person, by email and by phone, locating requested materials and resources, and assisting patrons with scanning, printing and photocopying.  
  
Participates in library-wide communication by reading, responding to, and
initiating information transmitted via the Libraries listserv, and appropriate
library-wide or departmental meetings, and asking questions, seeking
clarification, or initiating discussion on library issues.

  
Contributes to the mission of the Map and Government Information Library and
the Libraries as a whole by actively participating in the development and
evaluation of departmental policies and services, and serving on appropriate
Libraries' committees as elected or assigned.

  
Contributes to the achievement of Libraries-wide goals by maintaining
effective working relationships.

  
Maintains flexibility and awareness of changes in the department and
organization and contributes to the team effort by assuming other similar
duties and responsibilities as assigned.

  
*Essential duties of the position.  
  
QUALIFICATIONS:

  
Required Qualifications:

ALA-accredited MLIS; Two years of GIS-related work experience or coursework;
Experience with geospatial data formats and GIS software including ESRI
ArcGIS, open-source, and web-based GIS tools; Knowledge of geospatial data
sources and data curation; Knowledge of geospatial database design and
geospatial metadata; Effective verbal and written communication skills;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse students and colleagues.

  
Preferred Qualifications:

GIS certificate, degree or advanced degree in GIS preferred; Experience with
the use and instruction of GIS in an academic library environment preferred;
Experience with tangible cartographic resource collections preferred;
Experience with digitization projects, particularly map digitization projects
preferred; Familiarity with ArcGIS Server and web mapping services preferred;
Experience with a programing language such as Python or PHP preferred.

  
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Minimum salary is $39,500. UGA librarians are non-tenured
faculty members. UGA offers an attractive benefits program including a choice
of health and retirement plans, dental plan, tuition remission and paid
relocation, 21 days annual leave, 12 days sick leave, and 12 paid holidays.

  
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Candidates are encouraged to submit their materials by
January 19, 2015; however, screening will continue until the position is
filled. Qualified applicants who wish to be considered for this position
should send as three separate pdf documents their letters of application,
complete resume/CV, and the names, titles, addresses, e-mail addresses, and
phone numbers of three references to: Jan D. Hudson, Human Resources Manager,
University of Georgia Libraries, at [log in to unmask]



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