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FORWARDED From: Laura Syms <[log in to unmask]> UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF CAPE BRETON EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DIGITAL REFERENCE LIBRARIAN Please quote reference number LIB0401 on all correspondence. UCCB invites applications for a full-time continuing Digital Reference Librarian position to commence May 1, 2004 or as soon as possible thereafter. Reporting to the Director of Library Services, the successful candidate will be responsible for the design, development and maintenance of the Library's website; for planning and promoting the effective use of information technologies, including virtual reference services and online tutorials; and for the creation, control and delivery of digital information resources, including automated records management. The successful candidate will also provide general reference and instructional services to students, faculty, staff and the general public, participating in all aspects of general reference services, including instructional services; electronic reference services and regular reference desk schedule including one evening shift per week and one Saturday shift per month; have collection responsibilities; and other related duties as required, including collection development. Candidates must have a MLS from an ALA-accredited program; expert-level knowledge and experience with electronic information technology; excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. Experience working in reference and user instruction experience will be considered assets. A full job description, including full qualifications, can be viewed on our website. The union affiliation of this position is with the UCCB Faculty Association of University Teachers (FAUT). UCCB is an equal opportunities/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. UCCB encourages applications from qualified Aboriginal People, African Canadians or other persons from a visible minority group, persons with disabilities and women. Applicants who wish to be considered for this initiative may self-identify in their cover letter. Qualified candidates should send a letter of application quoting the reference number, a resume, academic transcripts and the names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses of three references to the Human Resources Department. Applications must be received by 4:00 p.m. March 26, 2004. UCCB University College of Cape Breton PO Box 5300 1250 Grand Lake Road Sydney, NS B1P 6L2 Website: www.uccb.ns.ca Human Resources Dept. (902)563-1158 tel. (902)563-1458 fax email: [log in to unmask] Laura R. Syms, Librarian Information Services Library, University College of Cape Breton PO Box 5300 Sydney, NS B1P 6L2 tel (902) 563-1675 fax (902) 563-1826