GIS and Geospatial Librarian, Science & Engineering Library Services
- Employer
- University at Buffalo
- Location
- New York, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Feb 15, 2023
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Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title
GIS and Geospatial Librarian, Science & Engineering Library Services
Department
Research, Collections & Outreach
Posting Number
F230050
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/40635
Employer
State
Faculty Appointment Term
Term
Position Type
UUP Faculty
Posting Detail Information
Fiscal Year
2022-2023
Position Summary
The University at Buffalo Libraries seek an innovative, collaborative, and self-motivated individual to provide GIS (geographic information systems) and map collection research support to faculty, students, and researchers across the University. The GIS and Geospatial Librarian will be a service-oriented individual who will join the Science & Engineering Library Services ( SELS ) team.
As the GIS and Geospatial Librarian, primary duties include:
We invite individuals to apply whose perspectives and experiences will enrich and strengthen our organization. The library serves an increasingly diverse constituency of patrons, and our employees, services, collections, and policies should honor and reflect this diversity. We encourage candidates who thrive in a welcoming multicultural environment to apply.
Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages .
About the University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity, and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking, and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.
About the University Libraries
SUNY’s largest academic research library offers an outstanding array of information resources, technologies, services, and people to support academic achievement. The Libraries play a vital role in the academic success of our students, the teaching and research of our faculty, and the intellectual pursuits of our alumni and community members. Our broad selection of digital and print resources, innovative services, and expert staff support scholarly and creative achievements in new and exciting ways.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications
Salary Range
Additional Salary Information
Type
Full-Time
Campus
North Campus
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
To be considered for this position, applicants must apply via UB Jobs.
Applicants must be eligible to work within the United States in a full-time capacity without visa sponsorship. Please do not apply if you cannot satisfy this requirement.
In your cover letter, please highlight the most relevant qualifications you would bring to this position based on the posting, and tell us how your background, perspective, and experience will help us fulfill our mission and meet our goals.
All candidates who are contacted by the search committee should be prepared to discuss how they see themselves contributing to the University’s equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts.
Candidates invited for final interviews will be expected to give a short presentation to faculty and staff of the University Libraries. We are currently reviewing applications and anticipate filling this position by August 2023.
Additional Information
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
Is a background check required for this posting?
No
Background Check Notification
Contact Information
Contact's Name
Jesse Meyer
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title
Libraries HR Manager
Contact's Email
ublibjob@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone
716-645-1318
Posting Dates
Posted
02/14/2023
Deadline for Applicants
Open Until Filled
Date to be filled
08/01/2023
References
Number of References Required
3
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant
For more information, click the "How to Apply" button.
Position Information
Position Title
GIS and Geospatial Librarian, Science & Engineering Library Services
Department
Research, Collections & Outreach
Posting Number
F230050
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/40635
Employer
State
Faculty Appointment Term
Term
Position Type
UUP Faculty
Posting Detail Information
Fiscal Year
2022-2023
Position Summary
The University at Buffalo Libraries seek an innovative, collaborative, and self-motivated individual to provide GIS (geographic information systems) and map collection research support to faculty, students, and researchers across the University. The GIS and Geospatial Librarian will be a service-oriented individual who will join the Science & Engineering Library Services ( SELS ) team.
As the GIS and Geospatial Librarian, primary duties include:
- Leading the development of library programming and infrastructure for use of geospatial data and GIS in research and teaching.
- Delivering instruction and training to individuals and groups from all areas in the University on topics relating to GIS and the Map Collection.
- Building strong collaborative relationships with faculty in the Department of Geography and across the University, as needed, to foster the development of new services related to GIS and integrate library resources, information literacy and research competencies into courses, curricula, and programs.
- Providing reference and research consultation services in-person at service desks, through individual appointments, and via electronic communication (chat, email, text) for students, faculty, staff, and outside researchers.
- Overseeing the Libraries’ Map Collection, the largest map collection in Western New York with more than 450,000 maps, 6,000 aerial phots, and more than 500 atlases covering all regions of the world, with emphasis on Buffalo and Erie County, New York State, and the University at Buffalo.
- Developing and managing resources related to GIS, Geography, and the Map Collection.
- Demonstrating commitment to continued professional growth and active participation in professional activities and service.
We invite individuals to apply whose perspectives and experiences will enrich and strengthen our organization. The library serves an increasingly diverse constituency of patrons, and our employees, services, collections, and policies should honor and reflect this diversity. We encourage candidates who thrive in a welcoming multicultural environment to apply.
Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages .
About the University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity, and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking, and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.
About the University Libraries
SUNY’s largest academic research library offers an outstanding array of information resources, technologies, services, and people to support academic achievement. The Libraries play a vital role in the academic success of our students, the teaching and research of our faculty, and the intellectual pursuits of our alumni and community members. Our broad selection of digital and print resources, innovative services, and expert staff support scholarly and creative achievements in new and exciting ways.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Library and Information Science, or equivalent, from an ALA -accredited institution.
- Knowledge of trends, issues, and tools related to GIS .
- Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education with the ability to support and enhance a diverse learning and working environment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills as well as oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to prioritize projects, work independently, and collaborate with library and university colleagues.
- Evidence of the ability to do research, publication, and service consistent with the University at Buffalo’s standards for tenure and promotion.
- Degree, certificate or coursework in GIS, geography, or other relevant research-oriented discipline.
- Knowledge of GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS, and/or GRASS GIS ) and/or related computational tools, and management of spatial data.
- Experience working in an academic library, science library, special library, or with GIS or maps.
- Experience providing instruction to a range of audiences, including faculty and students.
- Experience with data management across the research lifecycle, including creating, processing, analyzing, preserving, accessing, and reusing research data, either from work experience or through academic coursework.
Salary Range
Additional Salary Information
Type
Full-Time
Campus
North Campus
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
To be considered for this position, applicants must apply via UB Jobs.
Applicants must be eligible to work within the United States in a full-time capacity without visa sponsorship. Please do not apply if you cannot satisfy this requirement.
In your cover letter, please highlight the most relevant qualifications you would bring to this position based on the posting, and tell us how your background, perspective, and experience will help us fulfill our mission and meet our goals.
All candidates who are contacted by the search committee should be prepared to discuss how they see themselves contributing to the University’s equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts.
Candidates invited for final interviews will be expected to give a short presentation to faculty and staff of the University Libraries. We are currently reviewing applications and anticipate filling this position by August 2023.
Additional Information
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
Is a background check required for this posting?
No
Background Check Notification
Contact Information
Contact's Name
Jesse Meyer
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title
Libraries HR Manager
Contact's Email
ublibjob@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone
716-645-1318
Posting Dates
Posted
02/14/2023
Deadline for Applicants
Open Until Filled
Date to be filled
08/01/2023
References
Number of References Required
3
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant
For more information, click the "How to Apply" button.
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