Manitoba Library Association

Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Head of the of the NJMHSL the incumbent is responsible for the following:

Liaison:

To act as the primary liaison with the School of Medical Rehabilitation including sections of Occupational Therapy (MOT), Physical Therapy (BMR(PT), Respiratory Therapy (BMR(RT)and Rehabilitation (MSc(Rehab) and the coordinator for the proposed Allied Health Sciences programs (Radiation Therapy, Medical Imaging Technology, Diagnostic Cytology and Medical Laboratory). To act as the liaison for Bannatyne Campus persons with disabilities using the NJMHSL.

Collections:

To build a library collection in support of theMedical Rehabilitation and Allied Health degree program in the areas of occupational therapy, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, radiation therapy, medical imaging technology, diagnostic cytology and medical laboratory science. To prepare an annual acquisitions budget for the purchase of material to support these activities.

Education:

To develop and maintain an understanding of theresearch and teaching programs of the School of Medical Rehabilitation. To co-ordinate and develop instructional programs for the School of Medical Rehabilitation degree programs. To plan and develop web-based resources to meet the learning, informatics and technology needs of the School of Medical Rehabilitation. To participate in the orientation and education programs of the NJMHSL by providing individual and small group instruction as required.

Reference Service:

To meet the information needs of students,faculty researchers, clinical practitioners in the School of Medical Rehabilitation by providing reference and literature search services as required.

To participate in the education, reference, outreach services and collection development programs of the Neil John Maclean Health Sciences Library, and in the planning and development of programs and systems in support of the Library's strategic and operational goals.

Qualifications:

A degree from an ALA-accredited library program and 2 to 3 years experience in health sciences librarianship or hospital librarianship are desired. Familiarity with reference services, bibliographic instruction and collection development are required. Demonstrated ability to plan and implement new programs and services and demonstrated ability to work in a highly collaborative and integrated environment are required. Knowledge of and experience with computing technology, database searching, the Internet and reference services are required. Experience with marketing is an asset. Must be dynamic, highly motivated and self-directed, and have the ability to work independently as well as with a team. Demonstrated high level of creativity, motivation, initiative and responsibility. Demonstrated good oral and written communication skills are required to work successfully with faculty, students and staff in a variety of situations. The successful candidate should engage in an active program of scholarship and research and should have a commitment to the continuing development of professional knowledge and skills. Librarians enjoy academic status and are appointed to one of four ranks: General, Assistant, Associate and Librarian, with possibility of promotion.

About the Libraries, the Neil John Maclean Health Sciences Library and the City of Winnipeg:

The University of Manitoba Libraries consists of nine unit libraries and nine satellite information centers located on the Fort Garry and Bannatyne Campuses. With collections of over 2 million volumes, an annual operating budget of over 19 million dollars and a full-time equivalent staff of approximately 200 employees, the Libraries serves a community of approximately 38,000 students, faculty and citizen borrowers. For more information about the Libraries and the University of Manitoba, please visit our web site at: http://www.umanitoba.ca/libraries/

The Neil John Maclean Health Sciences Library (NJMHSL) supports the teaching, research and patient care requirements of the staff and students of the Faculties of Dentistry and Medicine and the Schools of Dental Hygiene and Medical Rehabilitation. It serves Concordia Hospital, the Health Sciences Centre, St. Boniface General Hospital, Grace General Hospital, Victoria General Hospital and Seven Oaks General Hospital and supports the teaching, research and patient care activities of all hospital staff and students in the hospital-based educational programs. It is the primary health information resource for faculty and students located at other teaching sites both in Winnipeg and in rural Manitoba. The Library acts as a backup resource for health sciences information in the Province of Manitoba. The Library has a collection of over 205,825 volumes comprised of print, audiovisual and computer-based media, receives over 2,064 current serial titles and serves a primary clientele of over 7,000 health care workers.

Winnipeg ( www.city.winnipeg.mb.ca) is a prairie city with a population of more than 650,000. The ethnic diversity of the city is important and is celebrated in many annual festivals. Excellent cultural amenities include ballet, theater, symphony and museums, and professional sports teams are popular. Housing is the most affordable in Canada. Winnipeg is located close to superb recreational activities with a wide variety of lakes, beaches and wilderness areas within an easy drive to the city.

Rank: Assistant or Associate Librarian

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

This position normally has a two-year probationary period.

Librarians enjoy academic status and are appointed to one of four ranks: General, Assistant, Associate and Librarian, with possibility of promotion.

The University of Manitoba encourages applications from qualified men and women, including members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

This position will commence on April 1, 2005 or as soon as possible thereafter. Applicants should submit their application referring to position #ALF796, including curriculum vitae and the names and addresses (including e-mail address, phone and fax numbers) of three references by Monday, February 28, 2005 to the address below.

Ms Carolynne Presser
Director of Libraries
The University of Manitoba Libraries
Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the "Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act" (Manitoba).

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