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Classified Advertising

Classified advertising orders and copy, and cancellations, should be addressed to the Advertising Department, 50 East Huron Street, Chicago 60611, and should reach that office before the second of the month preceding publication of issue desired. Copy received after that time may be held for the next issue.

Telephone orders for classified advertising, while not encouraged because of the increased risk of copy error, will be accepted. Calls should be directed to Leona Swiech at (312) 944-6780. A confirming order should be mailed to the Advertising Department as soon as possible following the call, along with typewritten copy to be used in proofreading the ad.

Rate for classified advertising is $1.30 per printed line.

FOR SALE

FOR SALE. Teachers Professional Library, 3,000 books, 600 periodical volumes (some bound), hundreds of pamphlets. All excellent condition, purchased since 1964. Bids accepted until May 15, 1976. Call 312/596-1616 or write for list and bid documents to TAPSA, 16161 Sun Tone Drive, South Holland, IL 60473.

POSITIONS WANTED

EXCHANGE. English married couple, history and languages graduates, qualified librarians, seek 12-month exchange with similar American couple—offer London flat and posts in university library and sixth form college. For details write Barrett, 38 Cromford Road, London SWI8 I NX, England.

EXCHANGE WANTED 1977. 6 months/l year, librarian, small college, Edinburgh, Scotland. Duties class. & cat. (Dewey). Pref. New England. Ms. C. Mackinven, 30 Lady Lawson St., Edinburgh, Scotland.

POSITIONS OPEN

Administration

DIRECTOR OF LIBRARIES. Responsibilities: As chairperson of the Libraries Faculty, which holds Faculty rank, is responsible for administration and leadership of the University Library system, containing over three million volumes. Prepares reports, budgets, and plans concerning the libraries. Serves as Secretary of the Library Council. Qualifications: The position requires understanding of and experience with complex library operations and uses of computers and other automated systems. Applicant must have demonstrated scholarly attainments and an understanding of, and commitment to, the academic mission of a university. Should possess an accredited professional degree in librarianship, and appropriate successful administrative experience in a large academic or research library. Rank of Professor or Associate Professor, depending upon qualifications. Available: September I, 1976. Salary: Negotiable up to $40,000 annually. Deadline for application: May 31, 1976. Send resume to: Library Search Committee, c/o Rita Hirschman, Personnel Librarian, The Ohio State University Libraries, 1858 Neil Avenue Mall, Columbus, OH 43210.

DIRECTOR OF THE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY. Duties: Plans, organizes and directs library functions; supervises personnel; coordinates library services with academic programs; gives leadership to a diverse, contemporary academic Library/Learning Center. Statistics: The University has 33.000 students, 1,700 faculty, 63 baccalaureate and 42 master's degree programs. The Library staff numbers over 100; the collection includes 600,000 volumes and 800,000 nonprint items. Qualifications: Applicants must have an ALA-approved Library degree and a master's degree in an academic field (or equivalent), plus five years of administrative experience in an academic library. (A Ph.D. may be substituted for two years of administrative experience.) Details: Salary $27,492—$33,420 (dependent upon qualifications). Appointment date I September 1976. Application deadline: May 31, 1976. Send nominations and letters of inquiry to: Ms. Betty Blackman, Chairperson, Search Committee for Director of the University Library, California State University, 1250 Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90840, (213) 498-4016. An equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer.

LIBRARY DIRECTOR. Man/Woman to direct operation of Library and Audio-Visual services. Minimum of MLS required; additional post master's or Ph.D. desired; minimum 5 years of academic library administrative experience demonstrating ability in supervision, management, multimedia and effective relationships with staff, faculty and students. 12-month appointment; minimum $15,000, maximum salary and rank commensurate with qualifications. Position available after May I, 1976; send resume and references to Director, Employee Relations, Lake Superior State College, Sault Ste. Marie, Ml 49783. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN. The University of the South, an independent, coeducational, liberal university of the Episcopal Church seeks to appoint a successor to its retiring university librarian. The University comprises a college preparatory school, a College of Arts and Sciences, and a School of Theology, and is a self-contained community in a beautiful and somewhat isolated position on the Cumberland Plateau, with easy interstate access to Chattanooga and Nashville. Total enrollment 1300. Total collection, about 300,000, with branches in Academy, Seminary, forestry, and chemistry. Nearly new, handsome Jessie Ball duPont main library building. Staff of 24. The librarian is the principal administrator, and will in the next five years supervise the planning and opening of a fourth floor of the building, and the housing and identification of special collections and archives. Qualifications: professional library degree, and at least five years experience in college or university library work, administrative or subadministrative positions desirable. Ph.D. in academic subject welcome but not essential (faculty appointment in subject matter available). Librarian reports directly to the Provost (vice-president). Salary: $15,000—$20‚000; benefits average over 20%. Available May I or June I. Nominations and applications should be directed to the chairman of the search committee: T. N. Marsh, Provost, The University of the South, Sewanee, TN 37375; (615) 598- 5931, Ext. 230.

DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY TECHNICAL SERVICES. MLS degree from ALA-accredited library school required. 6 years' successful professional experience including 3 years as Head of Acquisitions or Cataloging in medium-large sized academic or research library desirable. Should be familiar with recent developments in acquisitions, cataloging and data processing. Technical Services consists of acquisition and cataloging departments with 12 professionals and 17 full-time staff positions with materials budget of over $400,000. Library is a member of OCLC and has extensive automated systems. Salary from $18,000 depending on qualifications. TIAA-CREF, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, major medical insurance and liberal sick leave. Address letter of application with resume and names of 3 references, before June I, 1976, to Mr. Stanley P. Hodge, Chairman of Search Committee, Cunningham Memorial Library, Indiana State University, Terre Haute, IN 47809. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

DIRECTOR OF UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES. Twin Cities Campus. The University of Minnesota is seeking a Director of University Libraries for its major campus in the Twin

Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The University of Minnesota Twin Cities Campus is a large, urban, land-grant research university with a faculty of almost 4,700 and an enrollment of 31,600 undergraduates and 13,600 graduate and professional students. Twin Cities library holdings comprise some 3.23 million volumes, including major collections in the health sciences and the agricultural sciences. The Director of University Libraries, Twin Cities, is responsible directly to the Vice-President for Academic Affairs of the University and has general administrative authority over library affairs, including budgetary recommendations; the Director is responsible for initiating and implementing policy and for library planning and staff development. Candidates should have significant experience in the operations and management of a library in a major research university which also has a major undergraduate commitment. (Equivalent experience will be considered.) The academic training and experience of a candidate should command the respect and cooperation of the library staff and the academic community. Qualifications of particular concern will include knowledge of and commitment to modern management practices; leadership in the effective introduction of library automation, networking, and information retrieval services; staff development; and effective management of available resources. Nominations and applications (the applications including a professional resume and the names of at least three references) should be submitted no later than May 17, 1976 to: Professor W. G. Shepherd, Chairman, Search Committee for a Director of University Libraries, 103 Space Science Center, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455. Additional more detailed information on the position is available on request from the same address. Nominations and applications from qualified minority and women candidates are especially solicited; the University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN. The University of California at Riverside seeks applications and nominations for University Librarian for the campus. Riverside is one of nine campuses of the University of California, and has an enrollment of 5,000 students. Degrees are awarded in a broad range of academic areas, including Ph.D. degrees in 25 fields. The library has an excellent collection of 825,000 volumes and a staff of 130. The University Librarian reports directly to the campus administration and is responsible within delegated authority for overall administration of the campus library system. A graduate professional degree in Library Science or its equivalent is required. Other graduate work and/or advanced degrees are desirable. Applicants or nominees should have had successful experience in the administration of a strong academic library, and have an understanding of significant issues in library operation, and the ability to work cooperatively with students, library staff, faculty, and administration. Salary range $30,000 or above is dependent upon experience and qualifications. Applications, nominations, or requests for information should be sent to The Vice Chancellor, University of California, Riverside, CA 92502. Deadline for application is May I. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

DIRECTOR OF LIBRARIES: State University of New York at Plattsburgh. Responsibilities: administer facilities and staff, prepare budget, plan library resources for academic programs, guide staff development, facilitate transition to new building. Qualifications: MLS; 5 years' administrative experience in an academic library required; knowledge of current trends in library capabilities—automation/resource sharing, consortia and media programs; leadership/management abilities vital. Salary: $21‚000— $26,000 negotiable. The College offers specializations at the MA and BA levels. Enrollment, approximately 5,200; professional staff, approximately 400. Located on Lake Champlain, 65 miles south of Montreal. Send resume to: Dr. A. C. Hasting, Secretary, Library Search Committee, Box 2200, Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, State University of New York, College of Arts and Science, Plattsburgh, NY 12901. Date to be filled: September J, 1976 or earlier. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY SERVICES for University of Northern Colorado, a state supported institution of 10,500 students, approximately 600,000 volumes, and a book budget of $350,000. Staff consists of 20 faculty and 47 classified positions. Should be familiar with current trends in library developments and the preparation of budget requests. Must be able to work with faculty, students, and staff. Will report directly to the

Vice President for Academic Administration. MLS from ALA-accredited library school and 8-10 years library experience, including 3-5 years of appropriate library administrative experience. Doctorate in an academic area preferred. Salary range: $25,000 to $28,000, 12-month contract, 20 working days vacation, liberal sick leave policy, and usual fringe benefits. Starting date: September I, 1976. Send letter of application, resume, and three letters of reference before June I, 1976, to Norman Peercy, Chairman Selection Committee for Director of Libraries, Frasier Hall, Box 62, University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO 80639. An equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer.

LIBRARY DIVISION ADMINISTRATOR. Position open now for head of major historical agency library comprising outstanding collections in the field of North American history with over 565,000 bound volumes and pamphlets, 300,000 government publications, 110,000 reels of microfilm and 315,000 sheet microforms. Acquisitions budget $150,000 per year. Division serves both as state historical library and special library for University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Administrator supervises staff of 14 professional librarians, 10 paraprofessionals, one clerical plus part-time and university student assistants. Responsible to Director of State Historical Society for policy and program development and execution to include budgeting, staff development and training, evaluating and implementing innovative techniques. Strong background of successful library management required. Doctorate in American history combined with advanced degree in library science is preferred education. Unclassified civil service position with liberal benefits. Salary $20,196—$28,272. Apply by May 15, 1976 to Director, State Historical Society of Wisconsin, 816 State Street, Madison, Wl 53706. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Cataloging

CATALOGER (LIBRARIAN II) University of Missouri-Kansas City Libraries. Cataloging of periodicals; cataloging and classification of other serials. Supervision of the serials processing unit within the cataloging department; this includes supervision of the ordering of periodicals and continuations for all libraries, maintaining the holdings, records and binding. Salary: $11,500, 40-hour week, 5-day week, 4-week vacation. University of Missouri noncontributory retirement and social security. Master's Degree in Librarianship from ALA-accredited school, knowledge of LC classification, reading knowledge of at least one foreign language, two years of serials cataloging experience absolutely necessary; supervisory experience desirable. Contact: Dr. Kenneth J. LaBudde, Director of Libraries, University of Missouri-Kansas City, 5100 Rockhill Rd., Kansas City, MO 64110.

CATALOGER. Whitman College, a private, independent liberal arts college located in southeastern Washington is seeking a full-time cataloger. Responsible for all cataloging, supervise one clerk-typist, plus student assistants. Master's degree from an ALA-accredited school, competency in at least one modern foreign language, experience desired but not necessary. Minimum salary $8,500, one month vacation, TIAA-CREF, college health plan. Professional staff of 5. Reclassification from Dewey to LC almost completed. Position open July I, 1976, but will consider a later date up to September I, 1976. Send credentials and a letter of application to Mr. Arley D. Jonish, Librarian, Whitman College, Walla Walla, WA 99362. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Multiple

Two positions open. SERIALS CATALOGER: Under the supervision of the head of the serials department, the cataloger is responsible for: descriptive and subject cataloging of serials using LC classification; maintenance and production of an automated book catalog; training and supervision of support personnel; participation in special departmental projects; and other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Master's degree in librarianship from an accredited library school required. Previous experience cataloging serials in an academic library, familiarity with serials automation, knowledge of one or more foreign languages and supervisory experience preferred. Salary: $10,000+. MUSIC CATALOGER: Responsible for original descriptive and subject cataloging of music, audiovisual, and humanities library materials using LC classification. Qualifications: Master's degree in librarianship from an accredited library school, previous experience in music cataloging, and knowledge of one or more foreign languages required. Second Master's (in Music) preferred. Salary: $10,000+. Both positions carry faculty appointments with fringe benefits and both are open immediately. Send resume by June 30, 1976 to: Eugene E. Petriwsky, Assistant Director for Technical Services, University of Colorado Libraries, Boulder, CO 80309. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Reference

SENIOR DOCUMENTS REFERENCE LIBRARIAN. Harvard University Library. Duties include general reference with foreign annd domestic documents, including assisting with research and giving bibliographic instruction; directing day-to-day operations of a section of two other librarians and two supporting staff; developing and articulating a collection development policy for documents, including selection and retention responsibilities; and communicating to faculty, students, and library staff information about government documents. Qualifications: MLS, administrative experience, at least three years of work with documents, knowledge of foreign languages. Rank: Librarian II or III depending on qualifications. Salary: $12,650+. Available: I July 1976. Send resume to: Philip E. Leinbach, Assistant University Librarian for Personnel, Harvard University Library, Cambridge, MA 02138. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

LIBRARIAN, REFERENCE—Three years' experience, familiarity with Community Colleges, computer applications, or developmental instruction desirable, but not required. Salary from $12,000 minimum, subject to adjustment. Excellent fringe benefits. 12-month contract. One month vacation plus additional holidays. Send resume to: Search Committee, Department of Library Services, Community College of Philadelphia, 34 S. 11th St., Philadelphia, PA 19107. An affirmative action employer.

Serials

SERIALS LIBRARIAN. Applications accepted through April 15, 1976 for position as head of serials at the Library of the University of California, San Francisco, a health sciences library. Responsibility for the maintenance and cataloging of serials collection of 3800 active titles. Qualifications include MLS from ALA-accredited library school, three years' professional expe^rience with a large serials collection in a health sciences or academic library, supervisory experience, and knowledge of serials system development and design. Salary range: $ 13,452-$ 16,872, depending on qualifications. For full details apply to Mrs. Jeanette Yeazell, The Library, University of California, San Francisco, CA 94143. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

SERIALS LIBRARIAN. A capable, experienced person needed to set up and establish directions for a new department (Serials, formerly Periodicals). Supervises Serials Department with staff of I professional, I clerk and students. Manages subscription list of 3,200 periodicals. Other serials to be integrated into reorganized department. Responsible for ordering, budget management, central serials record, binding and periodical maintenance. Cataloging experience important and familiarity with computer applications to records desirable. Qualifications: 5th year library degree from accredited school; 3 years' experience (only cataloging or serials work considered). Salary: $ 10,204—$ 14,704. Position open now. Contact: Associate Director for Technical Processing, John C. Pace Library, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL 32504. Applications accepted until May 31. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Subject Specialists

COMPUTER SYSTEMS ANALYST, South Florida location. Florida Atlantic University is looking for a responsible individual to develop and maintain computerized University Library Systems. Applicants must have Bachelor's degree and at least one year experience as systems analyst. Good working knowledge of COBOL a must. Library experience preferred. Salary $10,982. Send resume in confidence to Mr. Robert Thorburn, Director, Computer Center, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL 33431. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

MICHIGAN LIBRARY CONSORTIUM. Assistant Network Coordinator needed to provide services for the Consortium member libraries. Duties to include OCLC profiling, training, and troubleshooting (20-40% travel). MLC and three years' library experience with strong background cataloging background. Ability to train others and to handle details essential. Previous knowledge of OCLC desirable. Salary: $12,297-$16,231 with TIAACREF: hospital, health, and life insurance partially subsidized. Apply to Linda K. Hamilton, Network Coordinator, Michigan Library Consortium, G. Flint Purdy Library, Wayne State University, Detroit, Ml 48202. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

SPECIAL COLLECTION LIBRARIAN: Will be responsible for Children's Literature collection, archival materials, public services to the academic community and public relations programs relating to the May Massee Memorial Collection and The William Allen White Children's Book Award. Qualifications require an ALA-accredited M.L.S., with 3 years of appropriate professional experience. Twelve month appointment with 24 days annual leave. Salary commensurate with educational background and experience, not less than $12,500. Fringe benefits. Faculty status. Open immediately. Deadline May 15, 1976. Contact: George V. Hodowanec, Director, William Allen White Library, Emporia Kansas State College, Emporia, KS 66801. An equal opportunity employer F/M.

HEAD, MICROFORMS—Academic library serving approximately 21,000 graduate and undergraduate students. Appointment available July I, 1976. Twelve month contract. Twenty-four days annual leave. Rank negotiable. Salary range is $10,000—$11‚000. The collection consists of newspapers, periodicals, and monographic literature in excess of 1,000,000 pieces of microtext and roll film. Qualifications: MLS from ALA-accredited library school; two years' experience is an academic library. Only those persons with a working knowledge of micrographics will be considered. Administrative ability necessary. Send complete credentials to: Wilma Hendrix, Coordinator of Public Services, Memphis State University Libraries, Memphis, TN 38152. Applications accepted no later than May 15, 1976. An equal opportunity employer.

SLIDE LIBRARIAN/INSTRUCTOR beginning August 15, 1976. Salary range $10,000. Il-month appointment. M.A. degree with reading knowledge of French and/or German. Experience with Metropolitan Museum of Art Slide Classification System. Affirmative action employer. Send resume to: E. C. Wicks, Department of Art Design, 140 Fine Arts Building, University of Illinois, Champaign, Illinois 61820. Deadline for application May 15, 1976.

MEDIA LIBRARIAN. Assists in the development of a multimedia collection for instructional support of courses offered primarily to undergraduate students in West Campus Learning Resources Center. Interprets materials and services by offering reference service, readers advisory help, and occasional orientation tours. MLS from program accredited by ALA required. Experience in multimedia service. Strong commitment to service. Available July I, 1976. Salary $11,000—$14,000 annually. Send resume to Rita Hirschman, Personnel Librarian, The Ohio State University Libraries, 1858 Neil Avenue Mall, Columbus, OH 43210. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Technical Services

ASSOCIATE LIBRARIAN/Head of Technical Services. Coordinates and supervises activities and personnel in all technical processes (acquisitions and cataloging). Develops policies and procedures—implements OCLC participation—monitors expenditure of acquisition budget of $200,000. Supervises staff of about 20. New library completed in 1977. Student body of 6200. Located one hour south of Montreal on Lake Champlain. MLS plus advanced study and significant experience in management of technical services required. Benefits: Paid non-contributory retirement, medical and dental plans; one month vacation, and faculty status. Twelve month salary beginning at $16,000 up. Position open July I, 1976. Send resume, credentials, and three references by June I, 1976 to Mrs. A. Mitchell, Acting Director, Feinberg Library, Box 2200, State University of New York, Plattsburgh, NY. (Positions tentative pending approval of the New York State Division of the Budget.) An equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer.