EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY December 26, 2007 Research and Instruction Librarian and Bibliographer (2 positions) The Georgetown University Library seeks two Research and Instruction Librarian/Bibliographers to support the teaching and research endeavors of the University community by providing research, reference, instruction, and collection development services. Responsibilities: The Research and Instruction Librarian and Bibliographer: * provides reference and information services in the humanities, social sciences, and business; * interprets and analyzes information needs of students, faculty, and other users of the Library; * recommends and directs users to appropriate sources of information; * provides individual research consultations, teaches library research sessions, and creates bibliographic guides and other instructional materials in subject areas congruent with collection responsibilities. The positions also serve as principal bibliographer and liaison to one of the two following sets of departments and programs: American History/American Studies/African American Studies; or Communications/Journalism/Public Relations/Media. Each position: * develops collections in line with the pedagogical and research needs of the University, including the expansion of Digital Georgetown, and selects materials in identified subject areas; * works with faculty to learn more about their research and curricular needs, to keep them informed of the library’s activities, and to integrate the library’s resources into faculty research and curricular activities; * contributes to the development of cooperative collection development programs with other libraries and library consortia; * monitors collection development and scholarly publishing trends in research, libraries, and the commercial sector; * monitors vendor approval plans, recommends annual allocations, and assists in monitoring the library materials budget in the assigned areas of responsibility. Requirements: Masters in Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited program or combination of equivalent degree and experience. Minimum 2-3 years’ experience providing reference services in an academic environment; familiarity with CD-ROM, online, and Internet searching; and ability to work in a dynamic environment. Ability to teach library research instruction classes. Minimum 1-2 years’ experience working with collections and collection development within an academic and/or research library via a combination of graduate degree/s, undergraduate degree/s, some depth of selection experience, or substantial professional experience in one of the primary subject areas listed above. Additional preferred supplemental qualifications to the primary subject areas are: Slavic languages, Russian/East European/Eurasian Studies; Political Science, or Social Science data. Must be able to demonstrate, through study or experience, a broad-based knowledge of the literature of the subject areas within the scope of this position. Working knowledge of one, preferably two, foreign languages highly desirable. Demonstrated awareness of trends in the application of information technologies to library services. Proven ability to use common software tools to update and maintain website content. Demonstrated awareness of trends and developments in the national and international publishing worlds (e.g., pricing trends, scholarly communication), and the ability to assess their impact on library purchasing policies and services assessment. Demonstrated leadership and collaborative project management skills, especially the ability to lead diverse project teams to meet project goals and deadlines. Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communications skills. Superior analytic and problem-solving skills. Record of professional accomplishments and commitment to ongoing development. Salary/Benefits/Rank: Salary commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits package including 21 days/year paid leave; medical; TIAA/CREF; tuition assistance. This is a 12-month, Academic/Administrative Professional (AAP) appointment. Apply online at http://www.library.georgetown.edu/employment/index.htm. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until filled. Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer ____________________________________________________________________________________ Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your home page. http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs