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POSITIONS OPEN
ASSISTANT ACQUISITIONS LIBRARIAN.Responsibilities: The University of Alabama is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Acquisitions Librarian. The Acquisitions Department consists of the department head, assistant acquisitions librarian, nine support staff, and ten student assistants, and is responsible for all acquisitions functions for the university libraries: the order, receipt, and processing of monographic and serial materials in all formats, approval plans, gifts/exchanges, and binding. The Assistant Acquisitions Librarian will oversee all aspects of the daily work of the department including the supervision of staff and students, and will work closely with and report to the Head, Acquisitions Department. Required qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited program by the application deadline; excellent interpersonal, communication, and management skills; successful supervisory experience; knowledge of library automated systems, preferably NOTIS; and a demonstrated interest in contribution to the profession. A strong service orientation and a commitment to cooperative and flexible working relationships are essential. Desired qualifications: At least two years of successful, relevant experience in acquisitions or collection development in an academic/research library; familiarity with approval plans, the foreign and domestic book and serial trade, and related bibliographic tools; experience in gifts and exchange programs, acquiring out-of-print books, evaluating vendor performance, budgeting and forecasting, and a working knowledge of one or more European languages. Salary/ benefits: Rank and salary will be dependent upon qualifications:
Instructor or Assistant Professor, minimum salary $21,500 (Instructor)/,400 (Assistant Professor). Twelve-month tenure-track position, strong benefits. To apply: Send letter of application, resume, and names and addresses of three references to: Voni B. Wyatt, Assistant to the Dean for Personnel, The University of Alabama Libraries, P.O. Box 870266, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0266. Applications must be postmarked by November 30, 1993.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR USER SERVICES.Responsibilities: The Assistant Director leads, manages, plans, and coordinates the user services of the university library, including: reference, network and electronic services, instructional services, circulation, interlibrary loan, government documents, interactive media, periodicals, reserve and microforms. As a member of the Library Policy Group, the Assistant Director is responsible for carrying out the mission and goals of the university libraries and works in close cooperation with other members of the management team. Participates in the planning for a new electronic library and the transition to a fully networked environment. Qualifications: Required: MLS from ALA-accredited school of library and/or information science; demonstrated successful administrative and public service experience in an academic or research library; strong vision for the future of user sen/ices in an electronic environment; strong communication skills; and a record of professional contributions. A second subject master’s degree is desirable. Salary: Commensurate with education and experience. Appointment at the Associate Librarian rank. Salary from $40,000. Apply to: Christine M. Travis, Library Personnel Officer, University Libraries 139, University at Albany, SUNY, 1400 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12222. Deadline: Review of letters of application and resumes will begin December 1 ‚ 1993. Please include the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references whom we can contact. The
University at Albany, State University of New York, is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Applications from women, minority persons, handicapped persons, special disabled, and Vietnam-era veterans are especially welcome.
BIBLIOGRAPHIC INSTRUCTION/PUBLIC SERVICES LIBRARIAN.Western Connecticut State University is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Bibliographic Instruction/Public Services Librarian. Responsibilities will include providing bibliographic instruction primarily to lower division undergraduate students, working at the reference desk (including some weekends and nights), and participating in the general responsibilities of a library faculty member, including serving as a library liaison to some academic departments. Required qualifications: An MLS from an ALA-accredited program; recent professional experience in an academic library environment with bibliographic instruction, general reference, and electronic databases; and good organizational and interpersonal skills. Desired qualifications: Experience in an integrated, automated library environment such as Innovative Interfaces; experience with Internet, CD-ROM databases, and a library liaison program; and two years professional experience in bibliographic instruction. Position is expected to be filled by January 1994. Rank and salary dependent upon qualifications (appointment anticipated at the Assistant Librarian level). Minimum salary: $32,677. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Send letter of application and resume to: Vijay Nair, Chairperson, Library Search Committee, Ruth
A. Haas Library, Western Connecticut State University, 181 White St., Danbury, CT 06801. An equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
CATALOGER: SERIALS/THESES CATALOGER.Reports to the Head of the Cataloging Department. Responsible for original and copy cataloging of serials in all subjects, languages, and formats, for original cataloging of Tulane University theses and dissertations, and for coordination of local series authority control activities; uses OCLC and NOTIS systems; participates in Cataloging Department’s policymaking process; supervises and trains staff as needed; serves as a resource person for serials cataloging; works closely with all personnel in the processing of serials. Required qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent; minimum of one year’s recent experience in serials cataloging, including working knowledge of a major bibliographic utility or an integrated local system, preferably NOTIS; knowledge of AACR2, LCRI, LCSH, LC classification, and USMARC formats; reading knowledge of one or more Western European languages, with a strong preference for Spanish, strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to plan procedures and workflow; ability to work in a rapidly changing environment. Preferred: Monographs cataloging experience; supervisory and/or training experience. Appointment at Librarian II level, minimum $26,000. Twelvemonth academic appointment. Liberal benefits, including tuition waiver for self and undergraduate dependents. Review of applications will begin December 1, 1993, and will continue until a suitable candidate is found. Send letter of application, resume, names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: Melonie Hughes, Administrative Associate, Howard-Tilton Memorial Library, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA 70118. Tulane University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
CIRCULATION/INTERLIBRARY LOAN LIBRARIAN.Responsible for all activities of Circulation Department, including interlibrary loan; supervises Circulation staff and student assistants. Participates in Reference Department activities as assigned. ALA-accredited MLS required. Experience with OCLC/ILL and supervision highly desirable. Experience or coursework in reference and online searching preferred. Tenure-track, faculty appointment, twelve-month contract. Salary: $23,500. Position open June 1 ‚ 1994. Send letter, resume, and names, addresses, and telephone number of three references by February 11, 1994, to: David Everett, Associate Director for Public Services, duPont-Ball Library, Stetson University, DeLand, FL32720. Stetson University is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of our faculty and administration.
COLLECTIONS CATALOGER.The Getty Center, a research center for arts and humanities, has an opening for Collections Cataloger. Reports to Head/Collections Cataloging. Oversees processing of archival collections, primarily photographic materials but also textual manuscripts, in the Renaissance to Modern chronological period. Supervises 3 staff members. Manages in-house databases, trains staff, processes collections, identifies conservation problems, creates RLIN records, serves as subject expert. Qualifications: Required: Graduate degree in art history or related field, ALA-accredited MLS with training in archival management, or an equivalent combination of training and experience; 2-3 years experience in processing archival materials; reading knowledge of at least 2 European languages (Italian & German preferred); proven ability to apply knowledge and research methods to assessment of resource materials; microcomputer experience; strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills; strong attention to detail; strong interpersonal skills. Preferred: Familiarity with AVC or VIM cataloging; specialization in history of architecture; supervisory experience. Hiring salary range: $28,000-$32,700. Excellent benefits. Application deadline: December 10, 1993. Send letter of application, resume, and names, addresses, and phone numbers of 3 references to: Personnel Coordinator, The Getty Center for the History of Art and the Humanities, 401 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 700, Santa Monica, CA 90401-1455. No phone inquires, please.
COLLECTIONS DEVELOPMENT/ACQUISITIONS LIBRARIAN.Guide collection development activities of librarians and teaching faculty; select materials in areas of subject competence; supervise 3 paraprofessionals in acquisitions; conduct evaluations of collections; assist in budget development and monitoring. Assist with reference and bibliographic instruction. Qualifications: MLS with experience in collection development; good communication skills; foreign language ability; managerial skills. Preferred: Second master’s or doctorate; interest in research. Tenure-track. Salary $28,000. Standard benefits. Send letter, resume, transcripts, and 3 letters of reference by Dec. 15 to Rickey Best, Auburn University at Montgomery Library, 7300 University Dr., Montgomery, AL 36117. Montgomery is rich in history and architecture, with outstanding theaters, museums, and nearby recreational facilities. AA, EEO employer.
COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT LIBRARIAN.Direct policies and programs, oversee the preparation and currency of collection policy statements, manage collection analysis and selection/deselection activities, evaluate electronic access and delivery of information resources, serve as liaison to academic departments, and assist with reference and instructional sen/ices. ALA-accredited MLS and minimum of 2 years of library experience in collection development required. Send resume, transcripts, and at least three letters of reference to: Collection Librarian Search, Affirmative Action Office, Winona State University, Winona, MN 55987. Application review begins December 1, 1993. An AA, EEO employer.
COMPUTER SERVICES LIBRARIANFaculty rank, tenure-track, I.D. Weeks Library, University of South Dakota. Responsibilities: Coordinate planning, development, implementation, and management of the library’s Local Area Network and other technological applications in the planning phase, including the recommendation of software and hardware for the library’s systems. Duties include: Routine maintenance, monitoring LAN performance, expanding the system, upgrading software and hardware, and training library staff, students, and faculty to effectively use electronic systems and sen/ices. Additional responsibilities include management of an electronic classroom and a new computer lab to be installed in 1994/95, working regularly scheduled hours at the reference desk, and participating in Bibliographic Instruction. Minimum qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS. Knowledge of microcomputers, operating systems, CD-ROM LAN technology; ability to work effectively with colleagues and diverse clientele; effective written and oral skills; knowledge of online searching. Additional desirable qualifications: 1) a second master’s degree in a relevant subject field (will be required for tenure and promotion); 2) experience with installation and management of Novell and Opti-Net netware; 3) reference experience in an academic or public library. Salary: Negotiable, minimum $26,000, twelve-month appointment. Submit letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: Imre Meszaros, Director of Libraries, I.D. Weeks Library, University of South Dakota, 414 East Clark St., Vermillion, SD 57069-2390. Review of applications will begin December 1 ‚ 1993, and will continue until an adequate number of applications are received. AA, EOE.
DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY.St. Mary’s College of Maryland seeks a Director of the Library to lead an experienced staff in a major development of the collections and services of a new facility opened in 1990. St. Mary’s College of Maryland is a highly selective public liberal arts college of 1500 students, located 68 miles southeast of Washington, D.C. on a beautiful tidewater estuary at the site of the founding city and first capital of Maryland. Recently designated a public honors college because of the quality of the student body, the college prepares students to use fully the resources of the library to pursue their educational goals in courses and independent study, and to carry out undergraduate research. The Director of the Library is responsible for the operation of both the college library and Media Services. Staffed by 5 librarians and 10 support staff, the library has a fully integrated system (Dynix) which is networked to the entire campus. It offers a range of CD-ROM products, Dialog and Internet connections, access to other databases such as Uncover, and a comprehensive bibliographic instruction program. Headed by a librarian and 2.7 FTE support staff, Media Services offers audio and video production and a wide range of academic support services. The budget, including salaries, is over $1,000,000 and is expected to rise sharply in the years ahead. The Director of the College Library reports to the Provost and serves ex officio on two standing faculty committees—academic resources and curriculum. The position requirements include an ALA-accredited MLS, with a second master’s degree desired; several years of experience in an academic library, preferably in a liberal arts setting, including supervisory activity of increasing responsibility; and demonstrated experience in library automation. Salary is competitive. Letters of application should include a curriculum vitae, a list of at least three references, and a brief statement (250 to 750 words) outlining the applicant’s view of the role of the library in undergraduate liberal arts education. Review of applications will begin December 1, 1993, and will continue until the position is filled. Send applications to; Daniel Ingersoll, Library Search Chair, Department of Anthropology/Sociology, St. Mary’s College of Maryland, St. Mary’s City, MD 20686. St. Mary’s College is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
ENGINEERING LIBRARIAN.A twelve-month, tenure-track appointment. Manages operations of the Spahr Engineering Library, a branch facility of the University of Kansas Libraries containing over 60,000 volumes, a large collection of NASA and NACA documents and microfiche, and numerous CD-ROM databases accessible through the Libraries’ LAN. (Full job description available.) Requires master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program; professional library experience with engineering, physical sciences, mathematics, or computer science materials; strong commitment to public service; effective oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills; strong supervisory potential; ability to work effectively with faculty, students, and staff; experience conducting database searches; familiarity with science and technology bibliographic resources; demonstrated ability to effectively plan, organize, and implement services and operations. Prefer strong academic preparation in engineering, the physical sciences, mathematics, or computer science; reference, instructional, and collection development experience with engineering materials; successful supervisory experience; experience with CD-ROM searching systems and online literature retrieval in the DIALOG, ORBIT, and NASA/RECON systems; familiarity with Internet resources and electronic bulletin boards; experience with microcomputers and software in library applications; reading knowledge of Western European languages. Excellent benefits. Annual salary: $26,000-$34,000, dependent upon qualifications. To apply, submit letter of application, resume, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and names of three references to: Sandra Gilliland, Assistant to the Dean for Personnel, University of Kansas Libraries, 502 Watson Library, Lawrence, KS 66045-2800. Applications must be postmarked by December 10,1993. Review of applications will occur following the application deadline, with interviews scheduled for mid-January 1994. An equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
HEAD, ELECTRONIC INFORMATION AND REFERENCE LIBRARIAN.Applications are invited for the position of Head, Electronic Information and Reference Librarian at The University of Texas at San Antonio Library. Responsibilities include management of the public service units comprised of reference information and assistance, fee-based online searching, and instructional services. Position reports to Assistant Director for Public Services. UTSA is a comprehensive Public metropolitan university serving approximately 17,000 students. The library is committed to use of automation and has implemented NOTIS. Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS with 5 years reference experience plus managerial and supervisory experience. Must be proficient in use of microcomputer telecommunications equipment. Excellent organizational and communication skills with ability to work both cooperatively and independently. Prefer advanced degree in a bibliographic specialization, academic library experience, and use of NOTIS. Salary: $30,000 minimum for twelve-month appointment with competitive benefits package. Application: Send letter of application and resume to: Margaret Joseph, Assistant Director for Public Services, The University of Texas at San Antonio Library, 6900 N. Loop 1604 West, San Antonio, Texas 78249. Application deadline is December 10, 1993. UTSA is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
HEAD LIBRARIAN,Bennington College. Administrative experience required, preferably in a liberal arts college environment. Versatility, responsiveness to college community life, and strong communications and interpersonal skills a must, some background in automation and building planning desirable. ALA/MLS required. Additional advanced degree desirable. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications. Send letter, vita, and addresses and phone numbers of three references to: John Swan, Crossett Library, Bennington College, Bennington, VT 05201.
HEAD, REFERENCE DEPARTMENT,the University of Oklahoma. Duties: Under the general direction of the Director of Library Public Services, the Head of Reference is responsible for the management of the main library reference department and for planning, developing, and evaluating programs and policies. The Reference Department, which includes Government Documents, consists of seven librarians, four support staff, graduate assistants, and student employees. The reference librarians’ responsibilities include general and subject-oriented reference, database searching, library instruction, and collection development. In providing reference service, the Head of Reference will work with other public services units, including Access Services and branch libraries, and with technical services units, including Collection Development and Current Periodicals. This position is governed by the university’s policies for research or creative achievement and professional service as outlined by the
Faculty Handbook. Qualifications: Required: MLS from ALA-accredited library school; five or more years experience in public services; substantial supervisory experience; ability to work effectively with faculty, students, and library staff; experience in database searching and/or library instruction; knowledge of collection development practices and procedures; effective oral and written communication skills; evidence of research and publication and professional service. Desirable: Additional advanced subject degree. Deadline for applications: January 3, 1994. Available: April 1, 1994. Salary: $35,000 minimum. Benefits: TIAA/CREF; State Retirement System; comprehensive medical protection: 33 days paid leave; university holidays; short term disability sick leave. University libraries: A member of the Research Libraries Group, AMIGOS, and ARL, the university libraries consist of a main library and six branches. The collection contains more than 2.2 million volumes, 16,000 periodical subscriptions, and three outstanding special collections in history of science, western history, and business history. The libraries have implemented the public access catalog, cataloging, authority control, acquisitions, serials, and circulation functions of the NOTIS system. Employment: Librarians have faculty status, privileges, responsibilities, rank of assistant professor or above, and are eligible for tenure. Application: Send letter of application with resume, a list of publications, and the names of three references including current supervisor to: Donald C. Hudson, Manager, Administrative Services, University Libraries, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 73019, (405) 325-2611. Oklahoma University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. We encourage women and minority applicants, and we are responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
HEAD, SERIALS DEPARTMENT.The Dartmouth College Library is seeking to fill the position of Head of Serials with a service-oriented librarian who can creatively direct and manage the acquisitions, fiscal control, receipt, bibliographic maintenance, and binding of serials in an innovative and technically sophisticated environment utilizing INNOPAC, RLIN, and the Dartmouth Online Catalog. The Head of Serials is responsible for planning, setting goals and priorities, formulating policies, designing and monitoring workflow, allocating staff, and providing leadership for the continuing development of serials automation in order to provide effective access to the library’s serial collections. The successful candidate will be familiar with current trends in serials management and control, including computer applications and national standards for bibliographic control; have demonstrated experience in managing technical operations; have experience with RLIN or OCLC; be able to provide strong leadership in a climate of change; and possess effective communications, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. The position requires an ALA/MLS and six years of progressively responsible experience in an academic or research library with at least two years in serials. Salary and rank commensurate with experience and qualifications, with a minimum salary of $38,000 for Librarian III. Please send resume to: Phyllis E. Jaynes, Director of User Sen/ices, 115 Baker Library, Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH 03755. Applications will be reviewed beginning December 1, 1993. Dartmouth College is an AA, EEO, M/F employer.
LIBRARIAN.Full-time position to perform a wide variety of professional services and to instruct in the use of the library’s resources and services. Master’s degree in library science required. Experience as a librarian in reference work, and coursework or experience in a wide range of professional services desired. Salary range: $34,425-$62,837. Max starting salary: $57,279. Application deadline: November 19, 1993. Submit letter of interest, application form, and copies of transcripts to: San Joaquin Delta College, Office of Human Resources, Admin. Bldg., Room 202, 5151 Pacific Ave., Stockton, CA 95207. AA, EOE. (209) 474-JOBS.
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SPECIALIST,Center for Curatorial Studies at Bard College. The Center for Curatorial Studies, a new graduate study and research center in contemporary visual arts at Bard College, located in the mid-Hudson Valley, 90 miles north of New York City, invites applicants for the position of Library and Information specialist. The Library and Information Specialist will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the library including, but not limited to, providing information and research services to graduate students, faculty, and visiting scholars and curators; performing ongoing original cataloging; and coordinating the review and acquisition of all library materials. MLS from ALA-accredited program required. For complete description and requirements, contact: Seth H. Goldberg, Manager of Human Resources, Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504. AA, EOE.
MEDIA RESOURCE SERVICES LIBRARIAN (ACADEMIC LIBRARY),Virginia Commonwealth University. Description: Reporting to the manager of Information Services, this position is a unit administrator position within the Academic Services Division of James Branch Cabell Library (JBCL) serving the academic campus of Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). The Academic Services Division consists of Access, Electronic Archives, Information, Instruction and Outreach, and Media Support Sen/ices. Information Services includes government documents, media resources, reference, and special collections and archives. The Media Resources Center provides broad-based curriculum support for departments across the Academic Campus. The Center’s collections include both print and nonprint resources, ranging from children’s literature to curriculum materials and textbooks to realia, music scores, sound recordings, films, videos, multimedia, and computer software. Center staff provide a full array of services-circulation, instruction, reserves, outreach, and reference. Position is responsible for the exercise of direction for and oversight over a broad array of Media Resources Center operations and sen/ices. Includes strategic planning, setting objectives and priorities, and development of policies and procedures. Position also works closely with the Head, Collection Management. Collections responsibilities include selecting and weeding music materials for the general and reference collections, serving as liaison to Music faculty, and assisting with the development of relevant policies and procedures under the direction of Collection Management. Other responsibilities include participation in Division-wide instruction, outreach, and reference services. Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS required. The following are preferred: previous experience or familiarity with media resources; familiarity with multimedia and electronic resources; academic, professional, or pre-professional experience in music bibliography or music reference; demonstrated managerial and supervisory skills; experience in a medium/large academic library; strong service orientation; ability to work as part of a collegial team; initiative and creativity; flexibility in adapting to change; and good communication skills. Research, publication, and service to the library and university are expected to satisfy criteria for continuing appointment and promotion of library faculty at VCU. Experience working in a culturally diverse environment highly preferred. Environment: Virginia Commonwealth University is a publicly supported, urban research university in Richmond, Virginia. It is the major urban university in the state and one of the three major research institutions in Virginia. It serves over 20,000 students on both the academic campus and at the Medical College of Virginia. The library has 1 million volumes, a budget of $8.7 million, and an annual materials budget of 5.1 million. University Library Services employs over 140 staff. The
Libraries use the NOTIS integrated library system, have locally mounted databases, and are aggressively building holdings of electronic resources. Salary: $28,000 minimum. Benefits include 24 vacation days, choice of health plans (including HMOs and dental plans), choice of retirement and annuity plans (including TIAA/CREF); reimbursed University coursework; and paid life insurance. Application: Submit resume and names and phone numbers of three references to: Sarah Watstein, Assistant Director for Academic Services and Head, James Branch Cabell Library, University Library Sen/ices, 901 Park Ave, Box 2033, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA 23284-2033. Review of applications will begin December 15, 1993, and continue until position is filled. Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
MUSIC LIBRARIAN.Twelve-month, tenure-track faculty appointment open June 1 ‚ 1994. Rank: Instructor or Assistant Professor, depending on qualifications. Responsibilities: Administration of sen/ices and operations of library in the School of Music; cataloging of scores and recordings; collection development; reference; bibliographic instruction; supervision of music computer (Macintosh) laboratory. Supervise one clerk and approximately 20 student assistants. Report to Associate Director for Technical Sen/ices. Required: MLS from ALA-accredited program; degree in music or equivalent background and experience; minimum two years pertinent experience; cataloging expertise; knowledge of music history, literature, and theory; good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Desirable: Advanced music degree; experience as a music librarian in an academic library; familiarity with personal computers; reading knowledge of French, German, or Russian; supervisory experience. Salary commensurate with qualifications, $25,000 minimum. Send letter of application, resume, and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references by February 11‚ 1994, to Betty D. Johnson, Associate Director for Technical Services, dupont-Ball Library, Stetson University, DeLand, FL 32720. Stetson University is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of our faculty and administration.
REFERENCE LIBRARIAN.Reports to the Head of Reference, responsibilities include providing general reference service with shared evenings/weekends; bibliographic instruction, including electronic access; preparing written finding aids; conducting online searches; participating in collection development and faculty liaison in assigned subject areas; and serving on library wide committees. Qualifications include an ALA- accredited MLS, strong communication skills, and demonstrated ability to work with a diverse community. Preferred: two years public sen/ice experience, familiarity with electronic information technologies, and the ability to adjust to changing conditions in a library committed to quality service. Salary: $25,854 minimum, depending on qualifications and experience. Twelve-month faculty appointment, 24 days annual leave, 12 days sick leave; TIAA/CREF or VALIC; medical and dental insurance. Position available immediately; review of applications to begin December 15, 1993, and to continue until a suitable candidate is selected. Send letter of interest; resume; names, addresses, and telephone numbers of five references to: Andrea Gower, Chair, Reference Librarian Search Committee, c/o Personnel Office, Idaho State University, Campus Box 8107, Pocatello, ID 83209-8107. Idaho State University is an AA, EOE employer.
REFERENCE LIBRARIAN,Sterling Memorial Library. Minimum Rank: Librarian I or Librarian II. Serves at the general reference desk. Teaches bibliographic instruction sessions and provides library orientation. Searches computerized databases, advises users as to their use. Required: MLS degree from an ALA-accredited library school. Previous library work experience. Familiarity with printed and electronic reference sources in the humanities. Interest in bibliographic instruction. An advanced degree in the humanities. Reading knowledge of two European languages. Effective oral and written communication and strong analytical skills. Ability to work well independently and with others in a demanding and rapidly changing environment. Commitment to professional development. Evidence of initiative and resourcefulness in past activities. Preferred: One year professional reference experience, including experience with library instruction. Interest in the management of electronic information sources and systems. Salary from $30,900, Librarian I, or $33,700, Librarian II, dependent upon qualifications and experience. Full benefits package, including 22 vacation days; 17 holiday, recess, and personal days; healthcare; TIAA/CREF or Yale retirement plan; and relocation assistance. To be assured of consideration, please submit a letter of application, resume, and the names of three references by November 20, 1993, to: Diane Y. Turner, Director, Library Personnel Services, Yale University, P.O. Box 208240, New Haven, CT 06520-8240. EEO, AA.
REFERENCE SERVICE COORDINATOR,Santa Clara University. (Readvertised.) Responsible for planning, evaluating, and managing daily operations of Reference Department, including interlibrary loan. Works in a collegial environment with other reference librarians, including Coordinators for Instructional and Electronic Information Services; supervises 2 FTE library specialists. Serves as primary library liaison to social sciences faculty and subject specialist for history and one or more social sciences. Participates in library instruction program. Required: MLS, or equivalent, from ALA-accredited program and 5 years relevant professional experience; academic background or library experience in social sciences collection management; instruction and CD/online experience; strong interpersonal and communication skills. Desirable: Second master’s in history or a social science; knowledge of modern foreign language. Appointment at either Senior Assistant or Associate Librarian rank, depending upon qualifications. 1993/94 salary range minimum $36,225 at Senior Assistant or $39,375 at Associate rank. Santa Clara is a Jesuit university located 46 miles south of San Francisco in the heart of California’s Santa Clara Valley. To assure full consideration, applications should be received by January 5. 1994. Letters of application with resume, salary history, and the names of three references should be sent to: Elizabeth M. Salzer, University Librarian, Michel Orradre Library, Santa Clara University, Santa Clara, CA 95053. AA, EEO.
SERIALS CATALOG LIBRARIAN,Louisiana State University Libraries. Under the direction of the Head, Serials Cataloging Unit, performs original and copy cataloging of print and nonprint serials, including analyzed series and revisions associated with previously cataloged titles. Participates in serials retrospective conversion project. Assists with establishment of authority records, including NACO headings, and with database maintenance. Assists unit head in coordination workflow. Assumes other duties as required. Qualifications: Required: ALA-accredited MLS; relevant experience with serial publications and/or serials cataloging; familiarity with AACR2, LC classification and subject headings, and OCLC; ability to work effectively in a transitional academic library environment; potential to meet university requirements for promotion and tenure. Preferred: Reading knowledge of one or more modern European languages; familiarity with NOTIS online integrated system. Salary: Negotiable, commensurate with qualifications and experience; $24,000 minimum. Tenure-track faculty position. To apply: Send letter of application and resume, with names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references, to Serials Cataloger Search Committee, 295 Middleton Library, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803, attn. Caroline Wire. Preference given to applications received by November 30, 1993.
SERIALS LIBRARIAN.The Harvard Law School Library is seeking a Serials Librarian to manage serials, continuations and documents check-in, serial invoice processing, and serial records creation and management. Reporting to the Associate Librarian for Collection Services, the Serials Librarian will plan, organize and manage the operations of the Department; hire, train, and evaluate staff; resolve complex problems relating to serial receipts, invoices, and records; and sen/e as principal adviser on matters relating to serials management and control. The serials Librarian will work with the Acquisitions Librarian, the Senior Serials Cataloger, and the Collection Management Librarian on issues relating to serial acquisition, bibliographic control of serials, and serials collection management. The position will also work with bibliographers and others on issues relating to collection development. The Serials Librarian participates as a member of the Department Heads group in the general administration of the library and serves on other Law School Library and university library committees as appropriate. The Harvard Law School Library serves an international research community as well as the faculty and students of the School. Its collections include 1.5 million books and more than 13,000 active serials. The library is a member of the Research Libraries Group, the New England Law Library Consortium, and is a tape-loading member of OCLC. The Harvard On-Line Library
Information System (HOLLIS) is used for integrated technical processing. Required: Bachelor’s degree; ALA-accredited MLS; 3-5 years serials experience in a research or law library setting; strong interpersonal and communication skills; familiarity with MARC, AACR-II; experience with online bibliographic systems; ability to work effectively in a high-pressure, high-volume environment with frequently changing priorities. Preferred: Supervisory experience; serials acquisitions experience; experience with NOTIS-based technical processing systems; familiarity with legal materials; knowledge of one or more modern Western European languages. The position is available immediately. Salary negotiable, depending upon experience; minimum: $42,000. Generous benefits, including professional development support. Send letter of application, resume, and the name of three references to: Harry S. Martin, III, Librarian, Harvard Law School Library, Langdell Hall, Cambridge, MA 02138. Harvard University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
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HEAD OF CATALOGING(search reopened), Loyola University of Chicago. Loyola University seeks a creative leader in cataloging to manage a department of 4 librarians, 6.5 support staff, and 2 FTE student workers. Primary responsibilities include planning and developing effective methods of providing access to the libraries’ collections housed in 5 libraries on 4 campuses, serving as the OCLC liaison, participating in librarywide planning, and participating with other technical services department heads in planning for the future operations of technical services. Library plans include a redesigning of technical services to streamline operations. Reports to the Assistant University Librarian for Technical Services. Requires an ALA-accredited MLS; at least five years cataloging experience in an academic or research library; substantive supervisory experience; demonstrated knowledge of AACR2, LC classification and subject headings, MARC formats; experience with OCLC or RLIN and a local online system, preferably NOTIS; understanding of the principles of authority control. Also requires the ability to manage in a changing environment, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a commitment to the service mission of the academic library. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Base salary: $35,000. Benefits include 20 days vacation, individual and family tuition benefits, university contributions to TIAA/CREF, dental insurance and a choice of medical plans. Loyola University of Chicago, a Jesuit institution located on 4 campuses in the Chicago area and 1 campus in Rome, Italy, serves a diverse student population of 15,000 in its nine schools and colleges. With holdings of over 1.3 million volumes in 6 libraries, the university libraries enjoy a highly technological environment, with their own LANs and Ethernet backbones to link all the campuses. There are 48 professional librarians and 70 support staff; librarians have limited faculty status. Qualified applicants should send letter of application, resume, and names, addresses, and phone numbers of three recent references to: Ellen J. Waite, University Library, Cudahy Library, Loyola University Chicago, 6525 N. Sheridan Rd., Chicago, IL 60626. Application deadline is December 1, 1993. Loyola University Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity educator and employer.
DIRECTOR OF THE LIBRARY.Muhlenberg College of Allentown, Pennsylvania, is seeking applications and nominations for the position of Director of the Library. Located in the beautiful Lehigh Valley, Muhlenberg is a highly selective school focusing on undergraduate liberal arts education. Its 1,650 students and 110 faculty have access to a library collection of 200,000 volumes located in a spacious new building, and are served by a library staff of 12-14 FTE. The annual library budget of $900,000 includes $125,000 for acquisitions. The library uses the LS2000 automated system and offers users a wide range of databases and CD-ROM products. The library also cooperates closely with other colleges in the vicinity by sharing resources and providing mutual access. Responsibilities: Reporting to the Dean of the College for Academic Life, the Director will be expected to take an active leadership role in developing access to information resources for all campus constituencies. He or she will not only be required to manage library budgets and operations effectively, but also to develop a cooperative, consultative environment between the library and all other segments of the campus community. He or she will communicate a clear vision of the role of the library in the process of instruction and learning, and will seek to fulfill that vision through a combination of traditional methods of library service and exploitation of the potential of technological change to enhance library services. In addition, the library will be actively developed as a dynamic center for intellectual discourse and programming. The Director will also promote an atmosphere among library staff of participative decision-making in which staff are encouraged to develop their skills and contribute to the maximum of their ability, and in which delivery of quality service to library users is the preeminent shared value. Qualifications: An MLS from an ALA-accredited program and a minimum of five years of academic library experience in progressively responsible positions, including significant supervisory responsibility, are required. A second master’s degree in an academic discipline is desirable. Candidates should also be able to demonstrate: an ability in strategic planning; strong interpersonal and leadership skills; familiarity with emerging information technologies and automated library systems; knowledge of technical and public services operations, bibliographic instruction and collection development; and effective oral and written communication skills. Compensation: Very competitive salary, dependent upon qualifications and experience, plus generous benefits. Applications: To be assured of consideration, a letter of application, current resume, three references (including names, addresses, and phone numbers) must be received not later than January 10, 1994. The new appointee should he available to assume the Director’s position as early as possible, but no later than July 1,1994. Please send letters of nomination and applications to: Curtis G. Dretsch, Dean of the College for Academic Life, Muhlenberg College, 2400 Chew St., Allentown, PA 18104-5586. Muhlenberg College is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority and women candidates to apply.
SERIALS LIBRARIAN.Mississippi State University Libraries seek applications for a Serials Cataloger/Librarian. ALA-accredited MLS degree and three (3) years professional cataloging experience in a medium-to-large academic library, one (1) year indepth serials cataloging experience required. Additional requirements: Knowledge of AACR2; LC subject headings and classification; LC rule interpretations; MARC format, experience with a bibliographic utility (OCLC preferred), experience with automated cataloging systems; reading knowledge of at least one foreign language; effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively with faculty and students. Duties include: Cataloging of serial titles in all languages, subjects, and formats. Works with other catalog staff in recommending and implementing policies and procedures in the cataloging department. Assists with special projects as needed. Serves as subject bibliographer/liaison with one or more academic departments. Faculty rank; tenure-track, twelve-month appointment; retirement plan options, including state and/or other plans; comprehensive medical insurance coverage; 18 days annual leave; 12 days healthcare leave per year, plus most university holidays. Salary dependent on qualifications and/or experience. Instructor rank: $21,000-$23,000. Assistant Professor rank: $23,500-$25,000. Letter of application, resume, and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three work references by November 20, 1993, to: Frances Coleman, Assistant Dean of Libraries, Mississippi State University Libraries, P. O. BOX 5408, Mississippi State, MS 39762. Applications received thereafter will be considered if the position is still open. Mississippi State University is an AA, EEO employer.
REFERENCE/COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT LIBRARIAN,Institute of Fine Arts Library. Subject specialist for the history of art and archaeology. Evaluate existing holdings and select books. Provide reference services including user assistance and instruction, database searching, and publication of guides. Works closely with IFA faculty and students. Qualifications: Accredited MLS, subject master’s degree required for tenure; minimum of two years successful public service/collection development experience in an academic or museum library; familiarity with art history databases; degree in art history required. Strong communication skills, the ability to plan creatively and work well with faculty, students, and staff essential. Reading knowledge of French or German required. Other languages desirable. Salary/Benefits: Faculty status, attractive benefits package, including five-week annual vacation. Salary commensurate with experience and background. Minimum: $32,000. Apply: To ensure consideration, send resume and letter of application, including the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references, by November 30,1993, to: Alice Deich, Personnel Director, New York University Libraries, 70 Washington Square South, New York, NY 10012.
CATALOGER.Under the direction of the Systems Manager, the new appointee will work with the cataloging staf Fhandling copy and original cataloging materials in the general collection and in the major hospital affiliate’s collection. Knowledge of NLM/MESH, LC/LCSH, and AACR2. Experience with a major bibliographic utility (preferably OCLC) and an automated system including an OPAC. Reference desk time required. The library, along with Montefiore Medical Center’s library, utilizes the Library Information System (LIS) developed by the Dalghren Memorial Library at Georgetown University. The cataloging department has 1 FTE professional and 1.5 FTE support staff. Requirements: Master’s Degree from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent. Minimum 1-2 years experience preferably in an academic or health science library. We seek an individual who can function in a team setting and/or independently as required. The D. Samuel Gottesman Library of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine supports the programs of the Medical School, the Sue Golding Graduate Division, and the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology. The library functions in a dynamic research environment with a diverse user population. The College of Medicine is located in a residential area of the Bronx, easily accessible by public transportation and by major highways from the five boroughs and theNew York/New Jersey/Connecticut suburbs. Parkingis available. Salary from $28,000. Facuity status, 22 days vacation, excellent benefits. Send resume and three references to: Judie Malamud, Director, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Jack and Pearl Resnick Campus, D. Samuel Gottesman Library, 1300Morris ParkAve.,Bronx,NY 10461. Applications received by November25,1993, will be given first consideration. An equal opportunity employer.
