Job Posting:  GIS/Data Librarian

Rice University, a private university located in Houston, Texas, is
seeking a highly motivated librarian to provide GIS and data services to
the community. Candidates with a strong combination of interpersonal and
technical skills are encouraged to apply. The position reports to the Head
of Government Publications and Microforms.

Responsibilities

The GIS/Data Librarian oversees the functions of the GIS/Data Center
(GDC); assists and educates users (primarily Rice faculty, staff, and
students) on GIS and data needs, resources, and projects; selects,
installs, and tests GIS and data equipment, software, and resources;
maintains the GDC web site; provides reference service at Government
Publications and Microforms reference desk; serves on library, university,
and professional committees and organizations; performs collection
development for GIS and data resources and for maps in electronic,
digital, and print formats; teaches classes and workshops on using GIS and
data resources; and supervises one paraprofessional staff member and 1-3
student workers.  

Environment

The GIS/Data Center (http://www.rice.edu/Fondren/GDC/index.shtml) provides
a central location on campus for faculty, staff and students to work on
projects involving GIS (geographic information systems) and data. Fondren
Library is an exciting place to work with opportunities to participate in
the development of leading edge library technologies.  The range of
library collections is widening to reflect the frequent addition of new
university initiatives. An active program of digital resource development
is grounded in successful collaboration with University information
technology staff and a broadening range of well-supported
interdepartmental projects. Fondren Library
(http://riceinfo.rice.edu/Fondren/) is currently preparing for a major
building renovation and expansion.

Houston is a vibrant, multicultural city, with world-class visual and
performing arts ranging from the traditional to the avant-garde. The
fourth largest city in the country, Houston enjoys a low cost of living
and easy proximity to the Gulf Coast. For more information, see:
http://www.rice.edu/houston/index.html.

Required Qualifications

ALA accredited MLS; academic or work experience with spatial and numeric
data resources; experience with and strong working knowledge of computer
systems, including DOS, Unix, Macintosh, and Windows NT; ability to work
with minimal supervision and to identify and meet user needs; ability to
set priorities and manage time; excellent interpersonal skills; excellent
oral and written communication skills. 

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with GIS software and data, including one or more of the
following: ArcView, ERMapper, MapInfo, ArcInfo, and Landview; social
sciences or natural sciences background with experience in government
publications and/or cartography; public service experience.

Salary & Benefits

Minimum salary $37,000 with hiring salary commensurate with experience and
qualifications; 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 September 15, 2000 will receive first
consideration. To apply, send letter of application, resume, and the
names, titles, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three
references to:

Melinda Reagor Flannery
Assistant University Librarian/Search Coordinator
Fondren Library MS-44
Rice University
P.O. Box 1892
Houston, TX 77251-1892

Rice University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.












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