Manitoba Library Association

Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC), Canada's Conservation Company, is seeking a Librarian. The Oak Hammock Marsh library contains approximately 5000 items, including 26 current journal subscriptions in wetland ecology, waterfowl biology and related fields. The library supports the work of the Institute for Wetland and Waterfowl Research, as well as DUC staff from across Canada. As a solo librarian, the successful candidate will be responsible for all of the daily operation of the library, including: Providing reference service to staff Managing the serials subscriptions Collection development and acquisitions Cataloguing library materials Interlibrary loans The successful candidate will have an MLIS degree from an accredited library school or a library technician diploma, experience in database and internet searching, and the ability to work independently. Knowledge of biological, environmental or natural resources subjects would be an asset. This is a 12-month maternity leave position which offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and education. Employment will start in mid-August. Qualified candidates interested in this opportunity should submit a resumé and cover letter, in confidence, by July 22, 2003 to the attention of: Carol Hutchison, Librarian P.O. Box 1160 Stonewall, MB R0C 2Z0 Fax: (204) 467-9028 Email: www.ducks.ca Created in 1938, Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is a private, non-profit conservation organization that restores and manages wetlands and associated habitats for North America's waterfowl. These habitats also benefit other wildlife and people. Ducks Unlimited Canada would like to thank all applicants, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. www.ducks.ca