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Visual Resources Librarian -- University of Wisconsin-Stout -- Wisconsin
Visual Resources Librarian CAS-42-07-073
Half Time, Academic-year Academic Staff Special Librarian
Salary based on experience and qualifications
Department of Art and Design, College of Arts and Sciences,
University of Wisconsin-Stout.
Starting: January 14, 2008
RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervise general operation of the Visual Resources
Center for a teaching staff of 35 who serve approximately 800 BFA students
in Studio Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Industrial Design and
Multimedia Design. Research and develop the digital image collection
while maintaining the existing collection of 135,000 slides. Manage and
develop the EmbARK database and anticipate changing needs of users and
technology. Maintain and manage the use of audio/visual equipment
for student and classroom use. Supervise and train student employees, and
train faculty and staff in the use and operation of the equipment and
collection. Support and participate in the laptop-learning environment.
Serve as liaison to the university library for enhancing art and design
resources. Participate in department, college and university service.
Maintain a healthy and safe environment. Perform other duties as
designated by Department Chairperson. Opportunity for adjunct teaching
based on teaching qualifications.
The candidate should demonstrate sensitivity to art and design aesthetics
and critical thinking. Excellence should be demonstrated by professional
experience in the field of information management as well as in art
history and/or art or design. Demonstrated ability to work
independently and collaboratively with colleagues is essential.
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Ph.D. M.A., M.S or MFA in visual studies (art history or art or
design studio) with coursework in
information management or M.L.S./M.L.I.S. with coursework in Art,
Design, or Art History
· Experience with electronic media, including database management
· Supervised or management experience in a visual resources
collection
TO APPLY: Send letter of application, vitae, information management
philosophy, transcripts (unofficial), contact information for three
references (including email addresses and telephone numbers), evidence of
professional work in art history, art, or design (digital formats
accepted) with written descriptions. S.A.S.E. for materials you want
returned.
SUBMIT TO: Susan Hunt, Chairperson, Department of Art and Design,
Visual Resource Librarian Position, Applied Arts Building 235A, 415 13th
Avenue East, University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menomonie, WI, 54751, (715)
232 - 1141.
AA/EEO/WM.
SCREENING BEGINS 10/12/2007 and continues until the position is
filled. Only complete applications will be considered.
University of Wisconsin-Stout is a 2001 Baldrige Award Recipient,
supporting a progressive, learning-centered, quality-based educational
environment that is focused on continuous improvement. UW-Stout is a
digital campus and all faculty and staff are required to use available
technology in their positions including course delivery. Increasingly,
courses are offered via alternative delivery methods and time frames.
UW-Stout faculty members are responsible for teaching, advising, research
and scholarly activity, and service. UW-Stout values diversity of people,
ideas and experiences and is an equal employment
opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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