JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

[Jennifer Buell <jennifer.buell@YALE.EDU>]

Assistant Librarian, Lewis Walpole Library 
Yale University Library
Minimum Rank: Librarian II/III


THE UNIVERSITY AND THE LIBRARY
The University Library, which is a highly valued partner in teaching
and research at the University, has more than 10.5 million volumes housed
in the Sterling Memorial Library and 16 school and departmental
libraries. It employs a dynamic and innovative staff of nearly 600 FTE
who have the opportunity to work with the highest caliber of faculty and
students, participate on committees and are involved in other areas of
staff development. A full spectrum of library resources, from rare books
and manuscripts to rapidly expanding network of electronic resources,
constitutes one of Yale's distinctive strengths. The Library is engaged
in numerous ambitious projects such as the renovation of the main library
building, the complete retrospective conversion of the Library's catalog,
and various automation projects, which include network access to
scholarly information and preservation imaging. Yale is a member of the
Program for Cooperative Cataloging and contributes to the NACO and BIBCO
Programs. For additional information on the Yale University Library,
please visit the Library's web site at:
http://www.library.yale.edu/


THE LEWIS WALPOLE LIBRARY
The Lewis Walpole Library, a department of the Yale University
Library since 1980, is an internationally recognized research collection
in the field of British eighteenth-century studies.  Its unrivalled
collection of Walpoliana includes half the traceable volumes from Horace
Walpole’s famous library at Strawberry Hill and many letters and other
manuscripts by him.  The Library’s book and manuscript collections,
numbering over 32,000 volumes, cover all aspects of eighteenth-century
British culture.  The Library is also home of the largest and finest
collection of eighteenth-century British graphic art outside the British
Museum; its 35,000 satirical prints, portraits, and topographical views
are an incomparable resource for visual material on every aspect of
English eighteenth-century life. Located in Farmington, Connecticut,
forty miles north of New Haven and within easy distance of Boston and New
York, the Lewis Walpole Library’s collections also include drawings,
paintings, and furniture, all housed on a 14-acre campus with four
historically important structures and extensive grounds.  The
Library runs an active fellowship program and sponsors conferences,
lectures, and exhibitions in cooperation with other Yale libraries and
departments.  For a full description, see:
www.library.yale.edu/Walpole/


RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direction of the Lewis Walpole Librarian, the Assistant
Librarian shares responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the
Library and the supervision of its staff, with particular focus on public
service and access to the collections. The Assistant Librarian is a full
participant in the Library’s planning activities, including innovation in
areas of access, digital collections, instruction/public service, and
staff development. The Assistant Librarian implements and manages
projects such as the retrospective conversion of the Library’s extensive
prints catalog and an ambitious digital imaging program. The Assistant
Librarian may also take part in planning exhibitions and programs, and
may help with collection development across a broad range of materials,
including books, manuscripts, ephemera, broadsides, and prints. The
incumbent may work collaboratively with staff of the Beinecke Library,
the Yale Center for British Art, and the Yale University Art Gallery, and
is expected to be active professionally both within and outside the Yale
University Library community.  


QUALIFICATIONS
MLS degree from an ALA-accredited library school or the equivalent in
experience is required; or a combination of relevant experience and
training. Strong background in eighteenth-century studies and/or art
history, with preference given to candidates with relevant graduate
degrees. Project management experience and supervisory experience highly
desirable. Experience in special collections desirable. Proficiency in
one or more modern European languages desirable.  Computer skills
appropriate to the use and advancement of digital resources. Demonstrated
ability to work effectively and collaboratively with researchers,
faculty, staff, and students in a complex and changing environment.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong service
orientation.  Appointment to the Librarian II rank requires two
years of professional experience and demonstrated professional
accomplishments appropriate to the rank.  Appointment to the
Librarian III rank requires five years of professional experience and
demonstrated professional accomplishments appropriate to the rank.


SALARY AND BENEFITS 
Rank and competitive salary will be based upon the successful
candidate's qualifications and experience. Full benefits package
including 22 vacation days; 18 holiday, recess and personal days;
comprehensive health care; TIAA/CREF or Yale retirement plan; and
relocation assistance. Application deadline is March 15, 2002;
applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications
consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names of three references
should be directed to: Diane Y. Turner, Director, Human Resources; Yale
University Library; Email: diane.turner@yale.edu; Source Code EAYU8696;
P.O. Box 208240, New Haven, CT 06520; fax: (203) 432-1806.