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ASSISTANT ARCHIVIST FOR TECHNICAL SERVICES.Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library, Princeton University, Princeton, New Jersey. The Princeton University Library, in the vanguard of the world’s best research libraries, is heavily used by a population of 6,400 students and 1,100 faculty members. The general collection includes 6 million printed volumes that meet the diverse needs of the academic community. Its holdings range from ancient papyrus and incunabula to the most advanced electronic databases and journals. The library employs more than 300 professional and support personnel, complemented by a large student and hourly workforce. The library system includes a large central library and 15 specialized libraries. More information may be found at the library’s Web site: http://libweb.princeton.edu. Description: The Assistant Archivist works at the Princeton University Library’s Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library, a unit of the Department of Rare Books and Special Collections. This library houses a major collection of 20th-century public policy papers (about 15,000 linear feet) and the Princeton University Archives (about 12,000 linear feet). On an annual basis, over 2,500 researchers from around the nation and the world visit the Library, requesting over 6,000 containers and ordering over 50,000 pages of photocopies and 500 photographs. The library also responds to about 1,000 telephone inquiries and 2,000 mail, fax, and e-mail queries annually. The Assistant Archivist reports jointly to the University Archivist and Curator of Public Policy Papers, who sets priorities, and to the Rare Books and Special Collections Department’s Head of Technical Services, who oversees work procedures and standards. The primary responsibility of this person is to manage technical services operations at the Mudd Manuscript Library. This includes an ambitious processing program (typically 500-1000 linear feet per year) that involves oversight of two project archivists and their support staff (between 2 and 5 FTE) as well as the recording of over 120 accessions per year. This person also manages the library’s Web site, cataloging, and data management activities, and supervises one full-time permanent assistant. The position requires a high degree of fluency with databases, Web technologies, and computing tools in addition to standard bibliographic control conventions such as MARC. The Assistant Archivist is part of the Mudd Manuscript Library’s management team (consisting of this person, the Assistant Archivist for Public Services, and the University Archivist) and is part of Mudd’s reference rotation, serving as primary and backup reference person one day per week. The two Assistant Archivists work together closely, as they are responsible for the daily operations of the Library, and each helps establish priorities, policies and procedures for the building and staff, as well as participating in systemwide library activities. This person is also involved in mounting exhibitions both within the building and as part of a rotation in the main gallery in Firestone Library. He or she is expected to work one evening per week on an occasional basis. For more information, seethe Mudd Library’s homepage: http://www.princeton.edu/ -mudd/. The Assistant Archivist also participates in the management of the Department’s Technical Services Division along with the Division’s other unit heads. Qualifications: Required: MLS with significant historical coursework in American history or graduate degree, preferably in 20th- century American history; experience appraising and processing large archival collections and producing finding aids and other collection management tools; advanced computer skills, including database literacy and HTML and Web-related knowledge; strong organizational abilities and excellent writing and editing skills; supervisory experience and knowledge of 20th-century American history; five years of progressively responsible archival experience. Preferred: Records management and reference experience and experience within a university archives; cataloging experience using AACR2, national authority files, and MARC, as well as experience using an integrated library management system. Compensation and Benefits: Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience and accomplishments.Twenty-four vacation days per year, plus 11 paid holidays. Health care insurance, disability insurance, and other benefits are available. Nominations and Applications: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Nominations and applications (résumé and the names, titles, addresses, and phone numbers of three references) should be sent as a Word attachment via e-mail: libhrpro@princeton.edu; or fax: (609) 258-0454. Submissions via regular mail are also welcomed and can be sent to: Search Committee for Assistant ArchivistforTechnical Services, c/o Lila Fredenburg, Human Resources Librarian, Princeton University Library, One Washington Road, Princeton, NJ 08544-2098. Princeton University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR ADMINISTRATIVE AND ACCESS SERVICES.The New York Public Library seeks a dynamic individual to serve as the Assistant Director for Administrative and Access Services for The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts. You will develop, implement, and coordinate administrative support for internal units, management procedures, facility operations, and staffing. In this role, you will also assist with the management of fiscal operations including budget preparation and control and serve as liaison to service organizations in the performing arts. Requirements include an ALA- accredited MLS degree and excellent analytical, organizational, problemsolving, and diplomatic skills. Candidates should have a broad knowledge and understanding of the role of The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts. Please visit us at www.nypl.org for a complete job description and instructions on howto apply.

ASSOCIATE DEAN OF LIBRARIES.(Reopened) Texas Tech University invites applications and nominations for the position of Associate Dean of Libraries for Outreach and Information Services. The university libraries is seeking an innovative individual to provide leadership in tactical and strategic planning, coordination, leadership program evaluation and innovation in all aspects of the university libraries. This position will oversee liaison and outreach, reference services, bibliographic instruction, access services, government documents, and two branch libraries. This position reports to the Dean of Libraries. Candidates for this position must possess a master’s degree from an ALA-accredíted program and evidence of outstanding leadership ability with a minimum of five years’ experience in an academic environment. Candidates with the following qualifications will be given preference: Commitment to excellence, effective communication and service; knowledge of systems application and skills; relevant experience; critical understanding of current issues and developments in scholarly publishing; advanced degree or Ph.D. The position is a 12-month appointment with a nationally competitive salary. Librarians and archivists have academic status and are an integral part of the academic teaching and research mission of the University. Texas Tech University (http://www.texastech.edu) is a state- supported institution with an enrollment of 28,000. It offers a wide range of academic programs in 13 colleges and schools, including law and medicine. There are approximately 115master’s degree programs and over 58 at the doctoral level. Texas Tech is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, Center for Research Libraries, and the Greater Western Library Alliance. The newly renovated University Library (http:// www.lib.ttu.edu) has over 2.1 million volumes and an annual budget of over $9 million. Lubbock has a metropolitan population of 224,000 and is the regional center for education, agriculture, health care, banking, and business. Interested candidates should forward a letter of application indicating qualifications and interest in the position, current résumé, and names and contact information of three references to: Human Resources Office, Texas Tech University Libraries, Box 40002, Lubbock, TX 79409-0002. Electronic submissions are welcome and should be sent to: carol.roberts@ttu.edu. Please address all correspondence to the Search Committee Chair and specify the title of the position. Review of applications will begin December 16, 2002, and continue until the position is filled. Texas Tech University is an EEO/AA/ADA employer.

ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES AND SERVICES AND DEAN OF THE LIBRARY AND MEDIA SERVICES. Shippensburg Universityinvites nominations and applications for the Associate Vice President for Information Technologies and Services and Dean of the Library and Media Services. The successful candidate will be a dynamic leader who plays a major role in the university’s strategic planning for academic and administrative information resources, technologies, and services. The candidate should demonstrate leadership experience or skills in managing and implementing change in an environment characterized by rapidly evolving technology. Information Technologies and Services is a new division, which provides a challenging and exciting opportunity for the candidate possessing vision, talent, and a strong commitment to excellence. A detailed job description and organizational chart are available upon request. Information on the university is also available though the university Web site at: www.ship.edu. The Associate Vice President for Information Technologies and Service and Dean of the Library and Media Services is responsible for providing leadership, planning, budgeting, coordination, oversight, evaluation of services and personnel, and staff development for the Ezra Lehman Memorial Library, the University Elementary School Library, and Instruction Technology and Media Services. He or she must be a service-oriented leader with strong interpersonal skills who can advance the educational mission of the library as the university’s centerpiece of scholarship and teaching and the integration of information and computer competencies throughout the curriculum. The successful candidate must have a master’s degree in library and/or information science from an ALA-accredited program and an additional advanced degree in a related discipline; an earned doctorate is preferred. It is also expected that the candidate will have at least five years of successful and progressive responsibility in library leadership and administration, as well as demonstrated leadership in strategic, fiscal, and program planning, including facilities planning/management and the use of evolving technologies in libraries. Further, the candidate must be a team player who is committed to diversity and colleg¡al¡ty. It is preferred that the candidate have professional involvement at national and/or statewide levels, experience with consortia and other cooperative entities, and an understanding of collective bargaining, grant writing, and teaching institutions that have a public service mission. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Starting date is June 1, 2003. Candidates must submit a letter of application that addresses the qualifications and responsibilities above, a full curriculumvitae, and three letters of reference. All applications and inquires will remain confidential. Applications, nominations, and inquiries should be sent to: Judith A. Brissette, R.H. Perry & Associates, 260731st Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20008; phone: (401) 823-0762; e-mail: judithabrissette@aol.com. Deadline for submission of completed applications is January 15, 2003.

CATALOGER LIBRARIAN.The University of Central Florida (UCF) Library, Orlando, seeks a Cataloger Librarian to join a team of catalogers in a dynamic, service-oriented environment preparing for migration to ExLibris, the new library management system. UCF encourages national cooperative cataloging projects, is a member of NACO, and catalogs an average of 51,000 volumes per year. This new Cataloger Librarian reports to the Head of Cataloging in a department with 6.25 FTE librarians and 9.0 FTE paraprofessionals. Responsibilities: The Cataloger Librarian is responsible for original and complex copy cataloging; performs bibliographic maintenance and authority control as appropriate. Contributes to planning and training to support the objectives of the Cataloging Department. Maintains an awareness of national standards and local practices. Is expected to develop as a resource cataloger in at least one specialized area. Qualifications: Required: Master's degree from an ALA-accredited institution. Preferred: Experience with or knowledge of AACR2R, LCCS and/or SuDocs, LCSH, MARC21 ,OCLC, online library system, Windows applications, NOTIS and/or ExLibris; reading knowledge of one or more foreign languages; evidence of commitment to service; ability to work independently and cooperatively; demonstrated strong potential for professional development and creative problem solving; commitment to learning and using emerging technologies; effective interpersonal, communication, analytical, multitasking, and organizational skills; demonstrated flexibility and the ability to handle change. Finalists will be asked to give a brief presentation during the on-campus interview. Environment: The University of Central Florida is a rapidly growing metropolitan university located 13 miles east of downtown Orlando. UCF has 39,000 students, and 5,000 employees and serves a metropolitan population of 1.5 million residents. The university offers 76 bachelor’s, 62 master’s, and 20 doctoral programs and confers about 7,0 degrees a year. The main library has a collection of over 1.3 million volumes and is a partial depository for government documents and patents. The library materials budget is $5.2 million. The staff of 116 includes a library faculty of 45. UCF offers an exciting and vibrant academic environment with growing collections, advanced technology, and an expanding campus. Web site: http://library.ucf.edu. Salary and Rank: Commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is afuli- time, non-tenure-track faculty position with generous health insurance benefits and retirement options. To Apply: Submit résumé, names of at least three professional references, and a letter explaining the applicant’s experience and qualifications forthis position, postmarked by January 15, 2003, to: Cynthia Kisby, Personnel Librarian, University of Central Florida Library, P.O. Box 162666, Orlando, FL32816-2666; fax: (407) 823-2529; e-mail: ckisby@mail.ucf.edu. Searches are conducted in accordance with the State of Florida open-records laws. UCF is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

CATALOGING TEAM LIBRARIAN.Indiana Un¡versity-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) University Libraries. Position Available: May 1, 2003. Environment: Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis is a leading urban university campus where achievement-oriented students receive degrees from Indiana University or Purdue University. Located in the heart of Indiana’s capital city, just blocks from the State House and centers of business, art, and education, IUPUI reflects the dynamic spirit of a growing city. IUPUI offers the largest range of academic programs and has received more sponsored research funding than any other campus in Indiana. The University Library at IUPUI is among the most technologically sophisticated academic libraries in the United States. It is the centerpiece of a campus strategy to provide the latest information resources and services for students, faculty and the Central Indiana community. The library is a team-based organization that focuses on the innovative application of technology and new forms of engagement with the campus and the community. Job Description: Reports to the Cataloging Team Leader. The successful candidate will serve as a member of the library’s Cataloging Team. Duties include complex copy and original cataloging of monographs and serials, and creation of metadata for the library’s growing collection of digital resources. May include liaison responsibilities with academic department. Qualifications: Required: ALA- accredited degree in library or information science; knowledge of the concepts and applications used in the standards and practices of organizing information; cataloging experience, including experience with AACR2R, LC classification, LCSH, LCRI, OCLC Passport, and a local integrated library system; ability to work in a complex team-based environment with a diverse user group; strong verbal and written skills; knowledge of library information technology; ability to plan, coordinate, and implement projects; good organization skills and an aptitude for complex analytical and detailed work; ability to meet the requirements of a tenure-track appointment. Preferred: Experience with one or more of the following metadata standards: EAD, TEI, Dublin Core, VRA Core, RDF, CIDOC, or others; experience with SGML and/or XML. Rank and Salary: The position is a 12- month, tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Librarian rank. Salary Minimum: $37,000. Starting Date: The position will be available May 1, 2003. Review of applications will continue until filled. Applications received before February 15, 2003, will be guaranteed full consideration. Applications should include cover letter indicating specific position of interest, résumé, and names, telephone numbers, and addresses (e-mail if possible) of four references. Send applications to: Mary Stanley, Associate Dean, IUPUI University Library, 755 West Michigan Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202-5195; phone: (317)274-0487. IUPUI University Library has a commitment to providing excellent public service to students, faculty, and the general community. IUPUI also has a commitment to the principle of diversity and is actively seeking to increase the racial and ethnic diversity of our staff. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented groups. For more information about IUPUI University Library, visit our Web site at: www.ulib.iupui.edu. Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution. Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process must notify Mary Stanley at the above address and telephone number, a reasonable time in advance.

CHARLES J. LIEBMAN CURATOR OF MANUSCRIPTS.The New York Public Library seeks a dynamic individual to serve as the Charles J. Liebman Curator of Manuscripts for the Humanities and Social Sciences Library. The Curator has full responsibility for the management and administration of the Manuscripts and Archives Division. This will include acquisition, processing, and preservation of institutional records, personal papers, and other historical and special archival collections. Requirements include an ALA-accredited MLS degree and an undergraduate degree in the Humanities along with substantial archival experience including experience with a variety of manuscript and archival standards. Please visit us at www.nypl.org for a complete job description and instructions on how to apply.

DIRECTOR OF RAMAKER LIBRARY. Northwestern College,Orange City, Iowa, has a full-time, 12-month position open for a library director beginning in summer 2003 or sooner. The position is a faculty (nontenured, no rank) position. The director coordinates and supervises all facets of library operations, including budget development and monitoring; hiring, supervising, and evaluating library staff; program development and review; acquisition and circulation of materials; and maintenance of equipment and facilities. Reporting directly to the Vice President for Academic Affairs, the director attends faculty meetings and serves on campus committees. At the current time, Ramaker Library holdings include 125,000 volumes and 650 periodical subscriptions. Other than the director, the personnel of the library are composed of two librarians and five support staff. The library is open 98 hours per week during the academic year. Given the rapid changes in information services and the age of the current facility, the new Director of the Library will have a rare opportunity to participate in and guide the building of a new Library and Information Technology Center on campus. Northwestern is commit- ted to building a state-of-the-art facility that will serve the college community for the next generation. The ideal candidate will have a vision for what a modern college library should be, and any previous experience in building programs is a plus. Candidates must have a master’s degree from an ALA-accredited institution, five or more years of progressively responsible academic library experience, excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, a strong Christian faith, and a commitment to the liberal arts. Preference will be given to candidates with a doctorate or a second master’s degree and a working knowledge of current library technology. The college provides excellent benefits, which include moving assistance and tuition remission for family members. Orange City is located 45 minutes north of Sioux City, Iowa, and 75 minutes south of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Orange City is a quiet, friendly, safe community of 5,0 people. The college’s vibrant theater and music programs provide cultural opportunities for the community. Collegiality is a positive feature of the college’s ethos. Submit a letter of application and a résumé or vitae to: Karen Cianci, Vice President for Academic Affairs, 101 7th Street, S.W., Orange City, IA 51041: email; vpaa@nwciowa.edu. An online application is available at www.nwciowa.edu. E-mail questions are welcome.

EAST ASIAN STUDIES LIBRARIAN.Description: Specialist in East Asian Studies with an emphasis on Japanese Studies, assigned to Technical Services, Bobst Library. Librarians are expected to serve as partners in the educational mission of New York University (NYU) by establishing strong relationships with the faculty and students, building and maintaining appropriate research collections, and providing responsive and innovative information services. This position is expected to continue building a core collection in Japanese, to meet new and developing instructional and research needs. The primary focus is on literature, with highly selective coverage in fine arts, the social sciences and business. Additionally, the successfuI candidate will serve as coordinator of library activities and staff in support of the East Asian Studies Program in languages beyond Japanese. Collection development responsibilities include selecting and managing research materials in all formats, faculty liaison, providing a variety of research, consultation, and instructional services to faculty and students, and participating in the preservation efforts of the library. Technical services responsibilities include acquiring, cataloging, and classifying monographs and serials, in print and microform, in all appropriate languages and subject fields using AACR2, LC classification, and subject headings. Qualifications: Required: ALA-ac- credited MLS; proficiency in English and Japanese; substantial knowledge of East Asian studies as an academic discipline. Preference will be given to candidates who have done graduate work in Japanese studies and have substantial experience in either collection development or knowledge of cataloging and classifying materials on a national bibliographic utility using AACR2 and LC classification and subject headings. Salary and Benefits: Faculty status and attractive benefits package including five weeks’ annual vacation; salary commensurate with experience and back- ground. Send résumé with salary requirements to: Janet Koztowski, Director of Human Resources, New York University, Bobst Library, 70 Washington Square South, New York, NY 10012. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. NYU encourages applications from women and members of minority groups.

HUMANITIES/ELECTRONIC RESOURCES CATALOGER.Brigham Young University (BYU), Provo, Utah. BYU, an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, requires observance of Church standards. Preference is given to applicants who are Church members. The Humanities/Electronic Resources Cataloger performs original cataloging following national and local standards for the creation of bibliographic and authority records. To Apply: Review the complete job listing (position /001425) located at http://www.byu.edu/hr/employment/faculty.html and submit résumé, names of three references, and BYU employment application form (download from above URL) to: Cali O’Connell, Library Human Resource Services, 2068 HBLL, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT 84602.

LIBRARY DIRECTOR.Anderson University invites applications for the position of Library Director. The position, beginning summer 2003, will be filled by an energetic individual who possesses the following desirable qualities and traits: recent administrative experience in an academic library setting, knowledge of and experience with current library technology, ability to help the university community think strategically about the place of the library, and experience in a church-related college or university. The ideal candidate will possess an MLS or MIS from an ALA- accredited institution in addition to a second master’s degree. Ph.D. desirable. Anderson University is a comprehensive institution affiliated with the Church of God of Anderson, Indiana, and seeks faculty who possess an active and maturing Christian faith. Anderson University is an equal opportunity employer. Please send letter of application and résumé to: Carl Caldwell, Vice President of Academic Affairs, Anderson University, 1100 East Fifth Street, Anderson, IN 46012; e-mail: chcaldwell @ anderson.edu.

MONOGRAPHS ORIGINAL CATALOGING HEAD.Responsible to the Head of Cataloging for the planning, coordination, and bibliographic control of original cataloging and classification of the libraries’ print and electronic monographic materials in all languages and subjects. Training and supervision of staff are primary responsibilities of the position. Duties include direct responsibility for two librarians and student assistants. For a full description of duties and qualifications, visit: http:// www.libs.uga.edu/humres/jobs/faculty.html. Standard benefits package includes life, health, and disability insurance, and mandatory participation in the state or optional retirement system, 21 days’ annual leave, plus 12 paid holidays. Minimum Salary: $40,000, commensurate with experience. Application Procedure: Send letter of application specifically addressing each qualification, résumé, and the names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references, by January 10, 2003, to: Thomas Cetwinski, Human Resources Department, University of Georgia Libraries, Athens, GA 30602-1641. Affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

REFERENCE AND INSTRUCTION LIBRARIAN.The College of Wooster is seeking a Reference and Instruction Librarian to be responsible for coordinating the libraries’ reference and instructional programs, in which all of the librarians participate; providing reference and instructional services personally; overseeing the Student Reference Assistant program; and working with appropriate academic departments on collection development. Annual Salary: $33,000. The position will be available May 15, 2003. A master’s degree in library or information science from an ALA-accredited graduate school and appropriate experience are required. Candidates should mail a letter of application and résumé and/or curriculum vita, along with names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses for at least three references, to: Damon D. Hickey, Director of Libraries, The College of Wooster, Wooster, OH44691 .All applications should be received by December 31, 2002.The College of Wooster is an independent college of the liberal arts and sciences with a commitment to excellence in undergraduate education. The College values diversity, strives to attract qualified women and minority candidates and encourages individuals belonging to these groups to apply. Wooster seeks to ensure diversity by its policy of making appointments without regard to age, sex, race, creed, national origin, disability, handicap, sexual orientation, or political affiliation. The College of Wooster is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

REFERENCE LIBRARIAN. Chaffey Community CollegeDistrict.Tenure-track position beginning fall 2003. Master’s in library science, library information science, or equivalent. Salary $37,318 (minimum qualifications) to $67,730 (doctorate); excellent benefits. For announcement and information, calljobline: (909) 941 -2750; or visit our Web site: www.chaffey.edu. This position opens December 2002.

SCIENCE LIBRARIAN. California State University, Long Beach(CSULB, www.csulb.edu/library). Tenure-track position available July 1, 2003. This position will be responsible for reference service, collection development, instruction and library liaison/outreach to students and faculty of the College of Natural Science and Mathematics (www.cnsm.csulb.edu). The appointee will provide reference service in a busy, highly automated centralized environment. CSULB librarians are expected to participate in university and library governance and to engage in professional activities, including research and publication. The position requires an ALA-accredited professional library degree; other required and desired qualifications described in the application packet. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience ($50,100- $80,136); this salary range may increase as a consequence of collective bargaining. The position will remain open until an appointment has been made; review of candidates is expected to begin in late January 2003and continue through early spring 2003.To request an application packet, or for further information, contact the library administrative office by phone: (562) 985-7839; or e-mail: nancyk@csulb.edu. CSULB is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity and takes pride in its multicultural environment.

SYSTEMS LIBRARIAN FOR DIGITAL INITIATIVES.University of Colorado at Boulder. Job Description:This tenure-track position reports to the Faculty Director of the Systems Department. The Systems Department provides information technology support to the University Libraries. The position serves as liaison to technical and public services departments engaging in or supporting digital projects and is expected to maintain awareness of developments in information technologies related to academic libraries, particularly digital initiatives. The successful candidate will have an opportunity to shape this new position and to contribute to the future of digital initiatives in the libraries. Duties include providing leadership and training in the use of tools and formats appropriate for digital library initiatives by advising libraries’ faculty and staff and serving as a resource person on key issues in the digital environment; stimulating, developing, implementing, and communicating Libraries’ digital initiatives; experimenting and testing cutting-edge digitization techniques; maintaining a working knowledge of metadata schemes appropriate for digital information; consulting with appropriate colleagues on metadata, digital preservation, and Web issues; working collaboratively with faculty colleagues on grant and other proposals related to digital initiatives; working with campus colleagues on issues related to development of an institutional digital repository. Additional duties include providing technical support for special and ongoing activities, including the operation of Chinook, the Libraries' Innovative Interfaces system; providing support for effective use of the libraries’ intranet; assisting libraries faculty and staff with using Intranet features such as file sharing and collaboration; collaborating with and training libraries faculty and staff in the use of Web development tools such as Dreamweaver and PhotoShop; and analyzing Web and intranet server usage statistics. Significant parts of the respon sibilities of this position are research and creative work and service in keeping with the tenure standards of the University of Colorado at Boulder. Requirements: Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited institution (degree by December 31, 2002); education or experience with digital initiatives (such as digital imaging, video, or audio techniques); experience with information technologies and tools related to an academic library environment including standard operating systems and office productivity tools such as Windows 2000 and XP and the Microsoft Office suite; experience with basic Web authoring tools such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop, or Flash, and knowledge of HTML or XML; excellent oral and written communications and interpersonal skills; and the ability to work effectively as part of a collegial team and in a changing environment. Preferred Qualifications: Two to three years of experience in an academic library setting; advanced training in digital initiatives management in academic libraries (such as Cornell’s “Moving Theory into Practice” workshop or NEDCC’s School for Scanning); knowledge of guidelines and specifications for digitization (such as digital reformatting or EAD), digital preservation, and delivery of digital objects; experience with Cold Fusion, Microsoft Access, or Java development or programming in Perl; basic knowledge of integrated library systems such as Innovative Interfaces’ Millennium products; and training or teaching experience. Appointment and Salary: The successful candidate with demonstrated accomplishments in research and creative work will be appointed as a full-time assistant professor on tenure track. A successful candidate with promise in research but lacking an established scholarly record will be appointed as a senior instructor (non-tenure track) for two years, with promotion to the tenure track and the rank of assistant professor upon a successful review. Starting salary range will be $35,000-40,000. Benefits include 22 working days’ vacation, 10 paid holidays, liberal sick leave, university group health care plan, group life insurance, TIAA-CREF retirement/ annuity, and support for scholarly and professional activities. Tenured librarians are eligible for sabbatical leave. Application Process: Review of applications and nominations will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. It is suggested that applications be on file with the search committee by December2, 2002. Send letter of application specifically addressing qualifications for the position, résumé, and names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references to: Scott Seaman, Associate Director for Administrative Services, University Libraries, 184 UCB, University of Colorado at Boulder, Boulder, CO 80309-0184. The University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

SYSTEMS LIBRARIAN. Gustavus Adolphus Collegein St. Peter, Minnesota, seeks candidates for a Systems Librarian, a 9-month, tenure-track position to begin September 1, 2003. Primary responsibility for: the integrated library system; the planning, implementation, staff training, and evaluation of library technical services computing applications; coordinating the library Web pages; serving as general liaison with campus and external computing providers. We seek candidates who have an ALA-accredited MLS; experience with a variety of OCLC products and cataloging applications, Windows operating platform, and Web Programming and scripting languages. The Systems Librarian must have a commitment to teaching, outstanding communication skills, and a willingness to take an active leadership role in library governance. For complete description and application information, see: www.gustavus.edu/oncampus/ humanresources/index.cfm. Review of applications will begin January 10, 2003, and continue until the position is filled. Equal opportunity employer.

TECHNICAL SERVICES COORDINATOR/CATALOGING LIBRARIAN.Humboldt State University. Responsibilities: Supervise and coordinate the work of 5.8 FTE cataloging and acquisitions staff in a newly reorganized Technical Services Department; manage the library’s monographic acquisitions budget; and perform original and complex copy cataloging for the full range of print, nonbook, and electronic information resources. Position reports to the University Library Dean. Required Qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited program with a minimum of three years of professional library experience directly related to the duties of this position at the time of appointment; supervisory/managerial experience; original cataloging experience, including work with the Library of Congress classification system; working knowledge of AACR2, MARC, LCSH.LC classification, and a bibliographic utility; familiarity with current trends, standards, and emerging technologies in cataloging and technical services, including those related to digital information resources; demonstrated flexibility and commitment to a participatory management style; proven ability to train staff and delegate responsibilities effectively; strong public service commitment and ability to work collegially. For a complete vacancy announcement and additional qualifications, see: http:// library.humboldt.edu/administration/techserv.html. Humboldt State University is located in the coastal redwood forest of northwestern California and serves a student population of 7,400. Salary: Appointment to this tenure-track position will be at Senior Assistant or Associate Librarian depending upon qualifications and experience, with starting minimum of $50,100. To Apply: Submit a letter of application, a current curriculum vita, and three current letters of reference to: Robert Sathrum, Chair, Technical Services Coordinator/Cataloging Librarian Search Committee, c/o Humboldt State University Library, 1 Harpst Street, Areata, CA 95521 -8299. To ensure full consideration, application packets must be received by January 15, 2003.

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LIBRARIAN.The Jewish Theological Seminary of America seeks a Librarian for the Western Hemisphere’s premier center for scholarly research in the fields of Judaica and Hebraica. The collections consist of items from the 10th through 21st century in a wide variety of media, including the largest repository of Hebrew manuscripts outside of Israel, which include CD-ROMs, electronic database, musical scores, ketubbot, megillot, slides, micrographs, broadsides, and more. The library houses the finest collection of rare books, manuscripts, and archives, in addition to an extensive collection of Jewish art. Through active digitization, preservation, and conservation programs, the library is making its collections, online exhibitions, and other electronic resources available on the library’s Website at www.jtsa.edu/library. The librarian will be responsible for personnel management, planning and budgeting, collection development and maintenance, collaboration with campus constituencies, development and expansion of technological resources, fundraising and development, and community outreach. The ideal candidate has an earned doctorate in a field of Judaic studies, experience working with manuscripts and rare books, excellent Hebrew communication skills, ten years of increasing supervisory responsibility in a research library setting, demonstrated knowledge of current issues in librarianship and fundraising ability, strong leadership and communication skills, ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituents, and a commitment to customer service. MLS degree strongly preferred. Faculty appointment available where warranted. Salary commensurate with experience. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until candidate is chosen. Position becomes available July 1, 2003. Please send letter of application or nomination, along with curriculum vitae and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three references to: Michael B. Greenbaum, Jewish Theological Seminary of America, 3080 Broadway, New York, NY 10027; fax: (212)678-8833.