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CONTEMPORARY CHINA—Major Research & Documentary Collection. All topics 7,000 vols. plus. Write M. Frazin, ERAC, Box 110, Farmington, CT 06032.

SEARCH SERVICE.Ex-librarians locate titles or subject, plus 150,000 indexed stock. PAB 2917 Atlantic. Atlantic City, NJ 08401. Phone: 609/344-1943.

POSITIONS OPEN

ACQUISITION LIBRARIAN:Acquires materials, evaluates and processes gifts, assists with collection building and sharing in book selection. Assists at circulation/reference desk occasionally on nights and weekends. MLS from an ALA-accredited school required. Knowledge of foreign languages helpful. Faculty status. A non-tenure track 9 month position. Salary: $9000, or negotiable. Position available: August 27, 1979. Apply by December 31, 1978. Send letter of application and résumé to Mr. Miller Boord. Librarian, Randolph-Macon Woman's College. Lynchburg, Virginia 24503. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

ACQUISITIONS LIBRARIAN.University Librarian II. Under the supervision of the Associate Director: 1. Works closely with collection development librarian in building the collection and establishing budgetary projections. 2. Supervises, schedules and trains seven para-professional and clerical FTE in the ordering, claiming and receipt of all library materials and in the maintenance of the necessary files including several print-outs. 3. Monitors and reports expenditures. 4. Supervises gifts and exchanges and bindery operations. Qualifications: graduate degree in Library Science; 2 to 3 years experience in acquisitions and control of library materials; strong supervisory experience; background in business or accounting procedures highly desirable. Benefits: salary $16,000, 35 hour week, 22 work days vacation; 12 paid holidays; TIAA-CREF or Social Security/CT. State retirement; and health insurance. Send résumé and letter of application to: Anthony Aguirre, Associate Director of University of Conn. Health Center Library, Farmington, CT 06032, by December 31, 1978. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

ASSISTANT CATALOG LIBRARIAN.Tennessee Technological University. Cookeville, Tennessee. Salary range: $10,000-$11,200+ depending on qualifications. Twelve-month position. DUTIES: Responsible for cataloging of nonbook materials using OCLC terminal; maintenance of public catalogs; and original cataloging of sound recordings and other nonbook materials. Reports to Head of Cataloging. REQUIREMENTS: MLS or equivalent from ALA-accredited school. Two years’ cataloging experience in academic library using LC classification, AACR, and the OCLC formats preferred. BENEFITS: Faculty benefits with rank of instructor. Annual leave accrues at the rate of two days per month and sick leave at one day per month. Retirement plans and group insurance available. APPLICATIONS: Deadline for applications is January 1, 1979. Position available July 1, 1979. Send résumé and letter of application to: Dr. Dudley Yates. Director of Library Services, Tennessee Technological University, Box 5066, Cookeville, TN 38501. Tennessee Tech is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR TECHNICAL SERVICES,Stanford University Libraries (reposted). Administers Aquisition, Catalog, and Serials Departments. Responsible for technical services policies and goals. Participates in general library planning, budgeting, policy making and setting of priorities. Significant experience in technical services, competence in the management of library operations, understanding of the workings of a large research library, knowledge of conservation principles and ability to lead effectively are required. Salary $30,000 min. Submit résumé and supporting documentation to: David C. Weber. Director. Stanford University Libraries, Stanford, CA 94305. An equal opportunity employer.

ASSISTANT HEAD OF MARC.Univ. of Wisconsin-Madison Memorial Library is seeking applicants for the position of Asst. Head of MARC Dept. Duties include training and supervising paraprofessional staff in searching, copy cataloging and OCLC procedures; assisting in the direction and supervision of work flow; serving as liaison with Principal Cataloger/Catalog editor from Catalog Dept, and consulting on tagging and content designation of machine-readable catalog records and OCLC procedures and operations; and assuming duties of Head of Dept, in her absence. Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS degree and demonstrated successful experience after receiving MLS in some form of cataloging and computer-assisted cataloging and supervisory, managerial or personnel experience. Salary minimum: $15,000; academic appointment as Specialist; benefits include sick leave, state retirement program, health and life insurance. Letter of application, résumé and names of three references to Joan Ring, Personnel Officer, 360 Memorial Library, 728 State St., Madison, Wl 53706 by January 15, 1979. EO/AA Employer.

ASSISTANT OR ASSOCIATE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN(Public Services), University of California, San Diego. Salary range: $22,000 - $36,200. Available after January 1, 1979. Serves with the Assistant University Librarian (Technical Services) as principal deputies of the University Librarian. Under the general direction of the University Librarian, administers and coordinates the public service functions of the University Library. Provides leadership in establishing services to support UCSD instructional and research programs, and services to meet the needs of the general public. Initiates and coordinates research on user needs and evaluation of library services. Works with all library units to coordinate operations in order to maintain consistency and quality of standards within the University Library. Participates in general administrative processes: policy and planning, budget and resource allocation, organization and communication, staff development, and personnel decisions. May assume more specific responsibility for an administrative function, e.g.. personnel, space planning. Has line responsibility for the Central University Library's Circulation, Reference, and Music Departments, the Cluster Undergraduate Library, and the Slide Collection. Coordinates the library instruction program. Represents the UCSD Library as appropriate. Contributes to the profession, and maintains an awareness of current professional developments through participation in professional organizations and activities. Qualifications: an understanding of the scholarly use of library collections and services; an awareness of current trends in higher education and library service at the local and national levels; demonstrated ability to work effectively witth research-oriented faculty, library staff, and other members of the academic community; considerable public service experience, including administrative responsibilities, preferably in a large research library; M.L.S. from ALA-accredited library school are required. Knowledge of research and evaluation techniques is highly desirable. UCSD is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Applications accepted through December 31, 1978. Submit applications, enclosing a résumé and a list of references, to: Millicent D. Abell, University Librarian, University of California, San Diego, Library, C-075-G2, La Jolla, CA 92093.

University of California. Riverside, is recruiting a CATALOGER for original cataloging of monographic materials in modern European literatures and languages. Exciting opportunity for participation in policy making, professional development, and implementation of automated cataloging and patron access systems. Undergraduate major in at least one major European literature; reading ability in two major languages required; three or more years of academic cataloging experience preferred. Appointment as assistant or associate librarian; initial appointment range: $12,924-$ 16.584. Position open December 15, 1978. Send résumé and list of three professional references to Ms. Rikki Robison, Library Personnel Office, University of California, Riverside, P.O. Box 5900, Riverside, CA 92507. The university is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

CATALOGER-SPANISH/PORTUGUESE LANGUAGES.Univ. of Wisconsin-Madison Memorial Library is seeking applicants for the position of Spanish/Portuguese Language Cataloger. Duties include original cataloging of Spanish, Portuguese and English language monographs in all subjects, assisting with catalog editing, revising filing and other related cataloging tasks and participation in committee work and professional development. Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS degree; reading knowledge of Spanish and Portuguese including a major in one of these two languages or demonstrated equivalent language competence; and documented familiarity with Ibero-American history and culture and/or bibliography. Salary minimum: $13,150; academic appointment as Specialist; benefits include sick leave, state retirement program, group health and life insurance. Letter of application, résumé and names of 3 references should be sent to Joan Ring, Personnel Officer, 360 Memorial Library, 728 State St., Madison, Wl 53706 by February 15, 1979. EO/AA Employer.

COORDINATOR OF REFERENCE SERVICES.The University of Northern Colorado Libraries are seeking candidates for the position of coordinator of reference services. The incumbent will formulate policy and direct the operation of the Reference Service in compliance with the objectives and goals of the university libraries. MLS from an ALA-accredited school required; second subject master's degree required; a minimum of six years of academic library experience required, of which four years must be reference experience; two years of supervisory experience preferred. Twelve-month salary between $16,000-$18,000 dependent upon qualifications and experience. Faculty rank and status, 20 work days vacation, faculty travel assistance, opportunities for advanced academic study, generous sick leave, retirement program. Applications must be postmarked no later than February 1. 1979. Interviews will be conducted at ALA Midwinter. Apply to: Tom Peischl, Administrative Librarian, James A. Michener Library, University of Northern Colorado. Greeley. CO 80639.

DIRECTOR OF LIBRARIES.Rollins College invites nominations and applications for the position of Director of Libraries. Rollins College is an independent institution in an attractive, residential community adjacent to Orlando. There are 1,300 undergraduates and more than 3,000 students in the associated undergraduate and graduate programs. The candidate should have an A.L.A.-accredited graduate degree and successful administrative experience in a college or university library, evidence of significant professional activities, and a commitment to the aims and values of the liberal arts. This position offers an opportunity for significant planning and policy making. The appointment, effective June 1. 1978, has faculty rank. Salary: $19.000-$24,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Applications should be received by January 15, 1979. Send résumé to Chairperson. Director of Libraries' Search Committee, Box 2712, Rollins College, Winter Park, Florida 32789. Rollins College is an Affirmative Action, Title IX employer.

DIRECTOR OF LIBRARIES.University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba. The Library of the University of Manitoba including 12 regional libraries comprises over 1.2 million volumes. The Chief Librarian supervises a staff of 61 professional librarians and 172 support staff; is responsible for the preparation and control of a budget of $4.4 million and is responsible for the overall administration and policy coordination of the various functional divisions of the university library system. He/she reports directly to the Vice- President (Academic). This academic position is to be filled by July 1. 1979 for an initial term of 5-7 years. A candidate for the position should have formal qualifications in Librarianship and/or Information Science and a record of substantial administrative achievement. Salary range $30,000-$40.000. Nominations and/or applications should include a curriculum vitae and the names of three referees and be sent to: Dr. D. J. Lawless; Vice-President (Academic). University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3T 2N2. Responses will be received until December 31, 1978.

DIRECTOR OF THE VON DER AHE LIBRARY.Loyola Marymount University seeks nominations and candidates for Director of the Von der Ahe Library. The Von der Ahe Library is an 80,000-square-foot structure at the Westchester campus; it was recently renovated and expanded and contains approximately 200,000 books together with periodicals and government documents. Loyola Marymount University is a Catholic University sponsored by the Society of Jesus and the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary. Enrollment on the Westchester Campus is presently at capacity: 3400 undergraduates and 1000 graduate students. The University is located in the western suburbs of Los Angeles, approximately three miles from the Pacific Ocean. Reports to Academic Vice President. The Director of the Von der Ahe Library is responsible for providing academic support for students and faculty through the Library and its departments. The staff includes five professional Librarians, fourteen clerical staff, as well as a Director of the Learning Resource Center and two assistants. Candidates should have at least five years of library administrative experience, possess an ALA-accredited Master's Degree, have an understanding of current library trends and budget procedures. The Director will be expected to provide leadership in library development and be oriented toward the service of the library constituencies. Salary will be competitive and based on the experience and qualifications of the appointee. (Salary range $22,000-$28,000.) The appointment will be effective mid-school year 1978-79 (negotiable). Candidates for the position should submit their applications, together with résumés and supporting documents by January 15, 1978 to: Dr. Mel Bertolozzi, Chair, Library Search Committee, Box 455, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California 90045. Loyola Marymount University is firmly committed to affirmative action for equal opportunity in the employment of minorities, women, handicapped and veterans.

HEAD, ACQUISITIONS DEPARTMENT.Administer acquisitions operations which include pre-order searching, vendor selection, fund accounting, receiving, and gifts. Requirements: A.L.A.-accredited M.L.S. Minimum three years professional academic acquisitions experience. Experience with collection development, domestic and foreign book trade, budget allocation methods, automated technical services systems, o.p. market. Reading knowledge of at least one modern European language. Demonstrated supervisory ability. Benefits: Full faculty status. TIAA/CREF, paid life and major medical insurance. 22 days paid vacation per year. Salary: $16,000-$ 18,000 for twelve-month appointment. Apply by February 1, 1979 to: William K. Black, Assistant to the Dean. University Libraries, University of Louisville. Louisville. KY 40208. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.

HEAD CATALOG LIBRARIAN.University library seeks applicants to head its catalog department consisting of two professionals and a clerical staff of seven full-time employees. Should be experienced with OCLC and have a knowledge of data-base management. Requires MLS from ALA-accredited library school and a minimum of three years cataloging experience which includes increasing supervisory responsibilities. Salary negotiable depending upon qualifications; $14,000 minimum for 12 months. Benefits include optional annuity retirement programs and state-paid Social Security. Deadline for applications is January 15, 1979. Preliminary interviews possible at ALA Midwinter meeting. Send résumé and names of three references to: William L. Stewart, Jr., Asst. Director for Technical Services, Univ. of Texas at San Antonio Library, San Antonio, Texas 78285. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

HEAD, LIBRARY SERVICES(Division of University Extension). Responsible for collection development and library services for Providence facility plus four extension teaching centers. Participates in related faculty/professional activities. Reports to the Dean, University Libraries. Full position description and appointment criteria will be sent to qualified applicants. Qualifications: ALA-accredited degree. eight years (five if advanced subject degree also held) professional library experience including progressive administrative experience in university extension library services or comparable branch/county library services, evidence of scholarship and/or teaching ability to communicate effectively. Available February 1, 1979. Associate Professor, minimum salary $20,639. Send résumé and letters of reference by January 15, 1979 to: Dean G. R. Parks. Chair, Search Committee. University of Rhode Island. Kingston, Rl 02881. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

LIBRARIAN, CATALOGING DEPARTMENT,Milne Library, State University College. Oneonta. N.Y. Accredited MLS required. Working knowledge of AACR. MARC format, OCLC. LC classification and LC subject headings. Appointment available April 1, 1979. Assistant librarian rank ($10,500 minimum; 12 months). Usual benefits. Will supervise retrospective conversion of shelflist to OCLC data base. Catalogs original monographs and serials not found in data base. Evening and weekend assignments on a rotating basis. Applications accepted until January 15. 1979. Send résumé, placement folder, including three letters of recommendation, to Christine Bulson, Chairperson, Personnel Committee. Milne Library, State University College. Oneonta. N.Y. 13820. State University of New York is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

LIBRARIAN: HEAD SERIALS LIBRARIAN.MLS from ALA-accredited school, five years of professional experience in an academic library (preferably in serials) required. Supervisory experience. knowledge of foreign languages, and a second master's degree highly desirable. Works with a serials staff of 9, including 1 professional, serving an academic community of 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students and 650 faculty, and a working collection of 7,000 serials. Has full responsibility for all activities of the serials department including supervision, scheduling, and training of staff members to accomplish ordering, claiming, binding and operation of the Kardex and other files; public service for the periodicals reading room; production and updating of a computerized listing of serials holdings. Works closely with other department heads and director of the library in formulating library policies. Is primarily responsible for the selection and organization of serial material and works closely with academic library representatives and the reference department in this area of collection development. Salary $15,000 and up. depending on qualifications. Faculty status. Twelve month appointment. Liberal retirement, insurance, and vacation benefits. Position open 9/1/79. Send résumé and 3 letters of reference to Mary Jane Conger. Chairperson, Library Search Committee, Jackson Library, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, NC 27412. Deadline for applications: postmarked by 2/15/79. An Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer.

LIBRARIANS.California State University, Long Beach, is a large, comprehensive university with a student body of 33,000. The 1.7 million bibliographic item library has a 185-FTE staff and an annual budget of 3.1 million. Current openings are for: (1) HEAD, SCIENCE REFERENCE, SENIOR ASSISTANT (12-month. $14,112- 19,488) or ASSOCIATE LIBRARIAN (12-month, $18,180- $21,900) depending on preparation and experience. Requires five years' experience in a four-year academic institution; a second Master's in a subject area and experience with science data bases desired; (2) SCIENCE REFERENCE LIBRARIAN, ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN (12-month, $12,144-16.716) or SENIOR ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN (12-month. $14,112—19,488) depending on preparation and experience. Science background desired. Ten-month work schedule negotiable. Opportunities for bibliographic instruction and computer-based bibliographic search service; (3) SOCIAL SCIENCES/BUSINESS REFERENCE LIBRARIAN, ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN (12-month. $12,144-16,716) or SENIOR ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN (12-month, $14,112-19,488) depending on preparation and experience. Social science and business background desired. Ten-month work schedule negotiable. Opportunities for bibliographic instruction and computer-based bibliographic search service. All three positions require ALA-accredited graduate degree. Apply by January 1. 1979 (postmark) to: Lloyd A. Kramer, Associate Director, University Library, California State University, Long Beach, CA 90840. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action, Title IX Employer.

LITERATURE BIBLIOGRAPHER.Selects books and journals in the fields of English/American and Western European literatures. May be required to assist in other activities such as reference service. An accredited MLS degree; fluency in French and a working knowledge of German; Italian or Russian desirable: advanced degree in literature and previous library experience preferred. Salary: $11,000 - $14,000, depending on qualifications. Closing date for applications: December 31, 1978. Send résumé to: Miss Jane Titus, Paley Library, Temple University. Philadelphia. PA 19122. An equal opportunity employer.

MEDIA/CURRICULUM CHAIRPERSON.Senior assistant or associate librarian. Responsible for administration of media/curriculum center, including policy development, staff and budget control, facilities planning, equipment selection, collection growth, and organization. MLS; appropriate second master's and demonstrated professional achievement desirable. Minimum two years administrative experience. Salary: $1,176 - $1,825/mo. Apply before January 15, 1979 to Louis A. Kenney, University Librarian. San Diego State University. San Diego. CA 92182. An equal opportunity/affirmative action/Title IX employer.

MONOGRAPHIC CATALOGER.Under the supervision of the Senior Monographic Cataloger. does original cataloging and classification of monographic materials, including microforms, and establishes uniform titles. Assists with the more difficult partial copy cataloging for OCLC input. Department catalogs a total of 25.000 titles (40.000 volumes) annually, of which approximately 2.000 titles are cataloged originally. Library Faculty at SUNYA are expected to fulfill faculty obligations in one or more of the areas of teaching, research, and service as well as specific library assignments. Qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited Library School. Working knowledge of at least one modern European language required. Prior cataloging experience in a medium or large research library preferred, including familiarity with AACR and LC cataloging practices. LC classification and subject headings, and a working knowledge of OCLC. Salary and Rank: Appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Librarian or Senior Assistant Librarian, depending on qualifications. Recruitment range: $11,200 - $15,000. Twelve months appointment; sick leave and annual leave @1.75 days each per month; fully paid major medical, hospitalization and dental insurance. Social security coverage. TIAA/CREF or New York State Teachers Retirement available (employee contribution = 3%). Contact: Jean Whalen. Personnel Librarian, University Library. Room 109. State University of New York at Albany, 1400 Washington Avenue, Albany, New York 12222. Inquiries should be received by December 31, 1978. The University at Albany is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from women, minorities and handicapped are especially welcome.

READERS' SERVICES LIBRARIAN.Effective July 1, 1979. Bibliographic instruction, circulation and interlibrary loan, general reference duties. Required; M.L.S.; second master's degree in academic discipline preferred; at least two years experience in academic library; demonstrated leadership qualities; preference for a liberal arts institution; knowledge of federal documents preferred. Salary: Minimum $13,000 plus fringe benefits for a 12-month contract. Deadline: December 31. 1978. Job announcement available upon request. Contact: Mr. Michael Haeuser, Head Librarian, Linfield College, McMinnville. Oregon. 97128. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

REFERENCE, DEPARTMENT HEAD.Tennessee Technological University. Cookeville, Tennessee. Salary: Depending upon qualifications, minimum $17,000. Twelve-month position. DUTIES: Supervise one professional and two supportive staff members. Provide user education programs, facilitate ILL. Provide reference service to students and faculty. Responsible for computer searches (Lockheed’s Dialog and SDC’s Orbit). REQUIREMENTS: Three to seven years in reference in an academic library. Two to three years of administrative responsibility. M.S. in L.S. from A.L.A. School plus subject area master's degree. Familiarity with computer data bases. BENEFITS: Faculty rank. Annual leave accrues at the rate of two days per month and sick leave at one day per month. Retirement plans and group insurance available. APPLICATIONS: Deadline for applications is January 1, 1979. Position available May 1, 1979. Send résumé and letter of application to: Dr. Dudley Yates, Director of Library Services. Tennessee Technological University, Box 5066, Cookeville, TN 38501. Tennessee Tech is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

RESEARCH LIBRARIAN, SCIENCE.The University of Akron seeks an energetic, service-oriented professional with a strong knowledge of information sources in the sciences. The Research Librarian coordinates collection development in subject areas; provides specialized instruction for students; serves as liaison to faculty; shares in budget preparation; responds to research problems: rotates on an evening and weekend schedule in general reference; and participates in the academic life of the University. Librarians have 12 month contract with month vacation, liberal fringe benefit package, faculty rank, and eligibility for tenure. Qualifications: A.L.A.-accredited MLS; reference experience in an academic library; subject background; and ability to work with faculty, and with students from associate to Ph.D. levels. Advanced subject degree preferred. Familiarity with computer literature searching desirable. Salary: $14,000+. Send vita by December 31, 1978, to: David R. Brink. Chairperson, Search Committee. Bierce Library, The University of Akron, Akron, OH 44325. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

SCIENCE REFERENCE LIBRARIAN.Shares responsibility for providing services for undergraduates in general science and for faculty and graduate students in math and statistics. Participates in bibliographic instruction, library exhibits, and searching reserve lists and bibliographic data bases. Requires M.L.S., science background (preferable physics, chemistry, or math), public services experience, and organizational ability. Available immediately. Rank and salary depending on qualifications, $11,900 minimum. Résumés to Philip E. Leinbach, Harvard University Library, Cambridge, MA 02138. An EE/AA Employer.

SEARCH LIBRARIANto head pre-order/pre-catalog bibliographic Search Section in Monographic Acquisitions Department which utilizes NOTIS, a MARC-based computer support system. Trains and supervises staff of nine full-time non professional bibliographic searchers; assists department head in planning and procedural matters; works closely with Order Section and with Catalog Department to facilitate flow of materials; and participates in a wide range of interrelated Technical Services activities. QUALIFICATIONS: MLS from accredited library school; working knowledge of one or more of the following: German. Italian, Spanish, French. EXPERIENCE: 3 years professional library experience; minimum of 2 years experience in Technical Services with demonstrated knowledge of bibliographic methods and book trade and interest in automated systems. AVAILABLE: March 1. 1979. HIRING RANGE: $13,500- $15,000. An Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply to Robert L. Ireland, Personnel Officer; Northwestern University Library, Evanston, IL 60201.

SENIOR MONOGRAPHIC CATALOGER.Under the general direction of the Head, Catalog Department, is responsible for all original cataloging and classification of monographic materials, including microforms, and for establishment of all uniform titles. Plans, organizes, and supervises original monographic cataloging in close cooperation with the OCLC Unit, solves complex bibliographic problems, and participates actively in planning for the future of the card catalog. Department catalogs a total of 25,000 titles (40.000 volumes) annually, of which approximately 2,000 titles are cataloged originally. Library faculty at SUNYA are expected to fulfill faculty obligations in one or more of the areas of teaching, research, and service as well as specific library assignments. Qualifications.: MLS from an ALA-accredited Library School. At least three years cataloging experience in a medium or large research library, and facility with European languages, particularly German, required This experience should include familiarity with AACR and LC cataloging practices, LC classification and subject headings and a working knowledge of OCLC. Some supervisory experience highly desirable. Salary and Rank: Appointment will be at the rank of Senior Assistant Librarian or Associate Librarian, depending on qualifications. Recruitment range: $14,500 - $18,000. Twelve months appointment; sick leave and annual leave @1.75 days each per month; fully paid major medical, hospitalization and dental insurance. Social security coverage. TIAA/CREF or New York State Teachers Retirement available (employee contribution rate = 3%). Contact: Jean Whalen. Personnel Librarian, University Library, Room 109, State University of New York at Albany. 1400 Washington Avenue, Albany, New York 12222. Inquiries should be received by December 31, 1978. The University at Albany is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from women, minorities and handicapped are especially welcome.

SERIALS CATALOGER.Univ. of Wisconsin-Madison Memorial Library is seeking applicants for the position of Serials Cataloger. Minimum qualifications: MLS from ALA-accredited library school and reading knowledge of 2 foreign languages. Responsibilities include original serials cataloging in English. Western European and other languages: updating and revising serials cataloging; supervising serials analytics and maintaining series authority file. A detailed job description is available upon request. Salary minimum: $13,150; academic appointment as Specialist; benefits include sick leave, state retirement program, group health and life insurance. Letter of application, résumé and names of 3 references familiar with the candidate's qualifications as a serials cataloger should be sent to Joan Ring, Personnel Officer. 360 Memorial Library. 728 State St., Madison, Wl 53706 by February 1, 1979. EO/AA employer.

The University Libraries of Northern Illinois University are seeking a SOCIOLOGY/ANTHROPOLOGY/GEOGRAPHY LIBRARIAN. This librarian will be responsible for the operation of the sociology/ anthropology/geography subject areas in the University Libraries and supervise a large branch map library, with equal emphasis placed on collections development and service to readers. Minimum qualifications (beyond the MLS from an accredited library school) include a second Master's degree, preferably in Sociology or Anthropology, and at least two years professional library experience. Minimum salary: $15,000.00 for a twelve-month contract. Fringe benefits include Illinois Retirement System benefits, academic status, and one month vacation. Applicants should send their résumé and three personal references to George M. Nenonen, Personnel Director, University Libraries, Northern Illinois University. DeKalb, IL 60115. by January 31, 1979. Northern Illinois University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

TECHNICAL SERVICES LIBRARIAN.Whitworth College, an institution of liberal studies with distinctive Christian emphasis and concern for human development, seeks a full-time technical services librarian (assistant professor), responsible for acquisition, cataloging. processing library materials, and assisting in public services, including reference service and bibliography instruction. Candidates should hold an ALA-accredited MLS. Prefer master's degree or Ph.D. in natural or behaviorial sciences and potential teaching ability. Must enjoy working with undergraduates, faculty, and staff, and be committed to professional growth. Salary $13,000-$ 18,000. Midwinter ALA. Send résumé and letter of interest to Duncan S. Ferguson, Vice President of Academic Affairs. Whitworth College, Spokane, WA 99251 by December 31, 1978. An equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are urged to apply.

UNDERGRADUATE REFERENCE LIBRARIANto coordinate reference services in an active undergraduate library. Shares duties of reference, bibliographic instruction. AV, and a card catalog. Requires MLS and four years experience, at least two in academic library. Supervisory and/or administrative experience desirable. Minimum salary $13,000. Send résumé and names of three references by January 10. 1979 to Joseph Jerz. Assistant University Librarian for Staff Development, University of North Carolina Library, Chapel Hill. NC 27514. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.