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Rate for classified advertising is $1.30 per printed line.

FOR SALE

China (mainly) Japan, Korea.Superb collection of books in Western Language. All topics. Over 3,000 volumes. Write M. Frazin, ERAC Box 110, Farmington, CT 06032.

UNION LIST OF SERIALSin the Libraries in the Miami Valley. New Fifth Edition now available $50.00. Fourth Edition (1973) only $10.00. Send order to Sue Campbell, Wright State University’Library, Dayton, OH 45431. Prepaid orders are post paid.

INDEX TO COLLEGE TV COURSEWARE.3rd edition just off press. Complete descriptions and sources of 307 college TV courses and instructional modules, cross- indexed by subject and title. Reference information unavailable elsewhere, essential tool for post-secondary LRCs. 335 pages, sof†bound. $15 postpaid from TÝ Courseware Clearinghouse, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Green Bay, Wl 54302.

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

C&RL.V.I-30, 1939-1969. Lacks 19/4, 20/2, 24/2. Includes indexes. Unbd. Also C&RL NEWS, 1966—69. Uncollated. $90 plus shipping. H. G. Brown, 20 Everett Ave., Providence, Rl 02906.

POSITIONS OPEN

Acquisitions

HEAD, ACQUISITIONS DEPARTMENT.Responsible for serial and monograph acquisition activities for Main Library and nine college and departmental libraries. Budget of $600,000. Collection size 1,000,000 volumes. Staff of 15 FTE plus student assistants. New main library under construction, to open 1/1/78. Qualifications: MLS, minimum of five years experience including supervisory experience. Experience in serial or monograph acquisition required. Familiarity with data processing and operations research techniques preferred. Salary commensurate with qualifications, minimum $15,000. Send resume to: Mrs.

Carol I. Reed, University of Cincinnati, Main Library- Room 616, Cincinnati, OH 45221.

ACQUISITIONS LIBRARIAN.Administer the organization, operation and evaluation of acquisitions in a small Liberal Arts College. 12 month faculty appointment. MLS and at least 3 years experience in academic acquisitions required. Salary $ 10,C00—$ 12,000. TIAA. An OCLC library. Application deadline November 30, 1976. Position open January 1977. Send resume to Patricia Delks, Librarian, Lindenwood Colleges, M. L. Butler Library, St. Charles, MO 63301.

Administration

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF LIBRARIES.Available Date: February. I, 1977. Principal responsibility: Personnel. Specific duties: Development of personnel policies and programs; Participation in library-wide planning, budgeting, policy formulation; staff recruitment, supervision, evaluation. Qualifications: Graduate Library Science Degree; successful experience in personnel administration in university library with substantial number of employees; ability , to interact successfully with persons of diverse viewpoints. Salary: $22,000. Deadline for applications: December I, 1976. Address: Dr. Luverne Walton, Assistant Provost, 114 Jesse, University of Missouri- Columbia, Columbia, MO 65201. An equal opportunity employer.

UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN.Tulane is seeking to fill the position of University Librarian. The University Librarian is Director of the Howard-Tilton Library and the satellite libraries of Architecture, Engineering and Music. The University Librarian also acts as the coordinating officer of the other university libraries: namely the Graduate School of Business Administration, Law and Medicine. Applications and nominations should be sent, as soon as possible, to the Provost, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA 70118. An equal oppor†unity/affirma†ive action employer.

LIBRARY DIRECTOR.Immediate opening. Florida Atlantic University, an upper division and graduate state institution; current enrollment over 6,000. Directs staff of 15 professionals and 35 FTE support staff; operating budget $1,000,000; collection 300,000 volumes. Position requires MLS. from ALA-accredi†ed library school; 8 years, professional experience including 5 years increasingly responsible administrative experience; knowledge of current trends in academic libraries, budgeting, operations management; library services to faculty, staff, students and community is essential. Second subject masters or doctorate desirable. Salary range $18,304— $28,304; 12-month contract; one month vacation, other fringe benefits. Send application with resume by Dec. 10 to Ms. Zita M. Cael, Chairperson, Search Committee, Library, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL 33431. An equal oppor†unity/affirma†ive action employer.

CHAIR, DEPT. OF PROCESSING SERVICES.Admin, catalog dept. of 7 libns., 15 support staff. Req: ALA- accred. MLS, addl. masters and 6 yrs. prof, exper. Level: Assoc. Libn. or Libn., dep. on quals. Salary ranges: $ 17,304—$22,908. Appl: Gladys Rohde, Assoc. Dir. of Lib., Calif. State U., Fullerton, Library, Box 4150, Fullerton, CA 92634. Deadline 31 December 1976. CSUF is an affirmative action, equal opportunity, Title IX employer.

LIBRARY SCIENCE FACULTY.Library Science Department is seeking applicants for faculty vacancy effective March 7, 1977. Must, have speciality in special librarianship such as health science, medical, etc., with competency for teaching basic courses in library science. Master in library science and doctorate in library science or subject field is required. Must have experience in a special library and teaching experience at college or university level with ability to do research. Salary $ 12,250—$ 17,000. Send resume to Dr. Marina E. Axeen, Chairman, Department of Library Science, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 47306. Applications requested by January 3, 1977. Ball. State University practices equal opportunity in education and employment.

EXECUTIVE SECRETARY.Association of College and Research Libraries, a division of the American Library Association. Serves as the Association's program officer in matters relating to librarianship as practiced in college, university and research . libraries, and staff officer assisting a large and diverse membership organization. Qualifications include demonstrated experience with administrative responsibility in academic libraries and graduation from an ALA-accredi†ed library education program. Salary range: $ 19,680—$29,268. Application deadline: December I, 1976. Applications with detailed resumes and appropriate references should be sent to: Ruth Frame, Dep. Dir., ALA, 50 E. Huron St., Chicago, IL 60611. An equal oppor†uni†y/affirma†ive action employer.

HEAD LIBRARIAN.U niversi†y of Houston-Downtown College. Doctorate of Library Science. A minimum of five years experience in library administration, preferably in a total learning resources center situation. Knowledge of and experience with all phases of library operation including automation applications and in collection development necessary. Must possess ability to organize, direct, and coordinate work of professional staff. Expertise in a general academic field required, as assignment also includes teaching responsibilities. Salary is $20,000-$22,C00 for 12 months. Send vitas to: University of Houston-Downtown College, One Main Plaza-Room 328, Houston, TX 77002. Position available on or about January I, 1977.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES FOR INFORMATION SERVICESto develop and manage service programs in the following units: Circulation, Curriculum Resources Center, Documents, Interlibrary Loan and Duplications, Periodical and Reserve, and Reference/ Bibliography. Staff of II professionals and 28 supportive staff. May be responsible for development of media services in the new main library (to be completed in Fall 1977). Qualifications: graduate degree from a library school, minimum of 5-8 years public service experience in an academic library, with at least 2 years in an administrative position. Ability to relate well with a highly diversified staff and university community. Salary commensurate with qualifications, minimum $18,000. Available: January I, 1977. Application deadline: November 15, 1976. Apply to: Ms. Elaine Bitting, Chairperson, Assistant- Director Search Committee, Main Library-Room 510, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH 45221.

Cataloging

CATALOG LIBRARIAN.Responsible for cataloging new books, microforms, audio-visual materials. We offer: assistant professor rank, $13,200 for 12 months; excellent fringe benefits. New modern library building now under construction. Requirements: 5th year ALA-accredi†ed library science degree and three years of recent academic cataloging experience with LC classification. Send vita, transcripts, and at least three references (instructors and at least one supervisor) to: Eli M. Oboler, University Librarian, Idaho State University Library, Pocatello, ID 83209—to reach him by December I, 1976. Position now open. An equal oppor†uni†y/affirma†ive action employer.

ASSISTANT HEAD, CATALOG DEPARTMENT.Responsibility for cataloging of serials (including periodicals) and volumes being added to the collection; supervision of the Serials Unit in the Department, involving preparation and upkeep of Serial Unit manuals, planning of new procedures and formulation of standards of cataloging quantity and quality as well as revision, training and supervision of professionals and pre-professionals. Serves as chief administrative officer in the absence of the department head. Graduate degree from ALA-accredited school; ability to catalog in both romance and Germanic languages; three years cataloging, experience with at least one year in cataloging serials; familiarity with OCLC desirable. 40 hour work week, retirement, social security, group life and health insurance, optional disability insurance, faculty rank (12-month appointment). Salary $13,000-$ 14,000 depending on experience and qualitica†ions. Apply to Carolyn Robison, Associate University Librarian, William Russell Pullen Library, 104 Decatur St., S.E., Atlanta, GA 30303. An equal oppor†uni†y/affirma†ive action employer.

CATALOG LIBRARIAN.Cataloging position available January I, 1977. Responsible for heading cataloging department comprised of two paraprofessionals and two student assistants. Original cataloging and classification of print and non-print materials essential. Familiarization with, and use of OCLC terminals desired. MLS degree required from an ALA-accredi†ed library school, and a minimum of two years experience preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of AACR and LC Classification essential. Salary $9,500-$10,500 dependent upon experience and advanced study. Vacation, medical/heal†h insurance, and life insurance included. Write, enclosing resume, official transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to Charles E. Hale, Director of Libraries, Millikin University Library, Millikin University, Decatur, IL 62522. An equal opportuni†y/affirma†ive action employer.

CATALOGER.Original cataloging of monographs and serials, print and non-print materials, in a department of four (4) professionals and twelve (12) support staff processing 22,000 volumes per year. Requires graduate degree, plus a subject master's or a commitment to obtain one. Prefer at least 3 year's successful cataloging, including serials and LC classification. Experience with automation, working knowledge of foreign language highly desirable. Appointment as senior assistant librarian ($ 1, 120—$ 1,511), or as assistant librarian ($963— $1,327), depending on qualifications and experience; 12- mon†h or 10-mon†h appointment optional; 21 working days of vacation; 12 days of sick leave. Interviews on campus required of finalists at their expense. Deadline for application is November 15, 1976. Apply with resume to Harold F. Wells, Director of the University Library, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, CA 91768. An equal oppor†uni†y/affirma†ive action employer.

CATALOG LIBRARIAN.Original monograph cataloging, catalog maintenance, reclassification from Dewey to LC. Position open November I, 1976. Solinet/OCLC member. Faculty status. Paid Blue Cross/Blue Shield. State retirement. 24 days annual vacation. Beginning salary $10,500 negotiable depending on experience. Send resume to: Connor D. Tjarks, Assistant Director, Virginia Commonwealth University Libraries, 901 Park Ave., Richmond, VA 23284. An equal oppor†uni†y/affirma†ive action employer.

ASSISTANT CATALOG LIBRARIAN.The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is seeking candidates for two positions. Requirements include MLS from ALA-accredi†ed program and experience as a serials ca†aloger. Open July I, 1977. Salary $13,000. CATALOG LIBRARIAN. Requirements include MLS from ALA-accredited program, good knowledge of foreign languages for general cataloging. Experience desirable but not mandatory. Open January I, 1977. Salary $10,700. Both positions carry faculty status, twelve month appointment, liberal retirement, insurance, and vacation benefits. Both positions entail OCLC cataloging. Send resume to: James H. Thompson, Library Director, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, NC 27412. An equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer.

Reference

REFERENCE LIBRARIAN.The University of Northern Colorado Libraries are seeking candidates for the position of Business and Economics Reference Librarian. Requirements: MLS from an ALA-accredi†ed Library School; graduate degree in Business or Economics; 2 or more years professional experience. Faculty rank and status; salary $11,250 minimum; twelve month contract; 20 days vacation, and usual fringe benefits. Position will be vacant December 15, 1976. No applications will be accepted after December I, 1976. An equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer. Apply to: Mr. Oren W. Sprague, Research and Development Officer, The James A. Michener Library, University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO 80639.

REFERENCE LIBRARIAN.Will serve as Social Science Librarian with specialization in sociology, psychology, or ethnic studies. Responsibilities include subject area liaison with these departments as well as general reference assistance. Should have knowledge on use of machine readable data bases—or willingness to learn same. Will be expected to teach one section of library instruction course. Requirements: MLS from ALA-accredi†ed school; master's degree in sociology, psychology or ethnic studies. At least two years of reference experience desirable. Benefits: Salary of $10,500—$ 11,500; state retirement participation; insurance coverage; and other fringes. Applications should be received by November 20, 1976. Send resume and references to Melville Spence, Director of Libraries, Bowling Green State University Libraries, Bowling Green, OH 43403. An equal opportunity employer.

HEAD OF REFERENCE SERVICES.Overall administration of reference services in a large academic system. Besides general administration of the Reference Department, duties include coordination of reference services and book selection, and development of programs of instruction in use of library resources. Applicants must have a Master's degree from an ALA-accredi†ed library school, and should have strong subject background, with a subject Master's or Doctorate highly desirable. At least five years of reference experience in a large academic library are required, including at least two years as a successful administrator/supervisor. Minimum Sarlary: $16,000.00, but commensurate with qualifications and experience. Ability to work with others is vital. Submit resume and letter of application briefly stating your philosophy of academic reference service by January 15, 1977 to: Renee Evans, University of Southern California Library, Librarian's Office, University Park, Los Angeles, CA 90007.

REFERENCE LIBRARIAN.Provides reference services; acts as liaison with English and related dep†s. ALA-accredited MLS and one year professional experience required. Second Master's in appropriate subject area and college or university library experience preferred. Salary $11,000 plus. Faculty rank. Apply by Nov. 30, 1976 to: Chairer, Advisory Reference Search Committee, Room 126, Wright State University Library, Dayton, OH 45431. An equal oppor†unity/affirma†ive action employer.

HUMANITIES REFERENCE LIBRARIAN.Auburn University Libraries. MLS. Strong background in the humanities, and facility in at least one modern foreign language. Strong service orientation. Application folders must be completed by December 15, 1976. Salary: $10,500— $12,960, 12-months. Faculty status (but not professorial title), eligible to be considered for tenure. State retirement plan is mandatory, TIAA optional. Twenty working days annual vacation, sick leave benefits. To assume duties January I, 1977. Apply to Dr. Ruth Fourier, Chairman, Humanities Reference Librarian Search Committee, Ralph Brown Draughon Library, Auburn University, Auburn, AL 36830. An equal opportunity employer.

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is seeking candidates for the position of ASSISTANT REFERENCE LIBRARIAN: MLS from ALA-accredited program and at least two years academic library experience required. Candidates must have a broad educational background and be able to participate not only in reference service but also collection development and library instruction. Knowledge of foreign languages desirable. Salary $11,000 and up depending on experience. Faculty status. Twelve month appointment. Liberal retirement, insurance, and vacation benefits. Send resume to: James H. Thompson, Library Director, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, NC 27412. Deadline for applications: November 22, 1976. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

ASSISTANT UNDERGRADUATE SERVICES LIBRARIAN:Participates in collection development, supervisory and outreach activities of the Undergraduate Services Department, which consists of the Core Collection, Reserve Room and Poetry/Listenîng Facility. Staff includes 2.5 FTE Librarians and 6.5 clerical employees. Requirements: MLS from accredited library school: academic background in social sciences or humanities preferred; some professional experience, including supervisory background, required; public services experience highly desirable. Salary: $10,200-$11,200 (depending on qualifications). Send resume by Dec. I to Robert Ireland, Northwestern University Library, Evanston, IL 60201. An equal opportunity employer.

READERS' SERVICES LIBRARIAN.Administrative and educational responsibilities. MLS and graduate degree in subject field required. Salary range: $10,000—$11,500. Position open January I, 1977. Contact: Douglas L. Wilson, Knox College Library, Box 500X, Galesburg, IL 61401. Knox College is an equal oppor†unity/affirma†ive action employer.

Subject Specialists

RARE BOOK LIBRARIAN.For the Chapin Library, an outstanding library of rare books, graphic arts and special collections. Minimum Qualifications: 5 years experience in field, appropriate education, working knowledge of classical and European languages. We seek a talent for enlisting interest of undergraduates. Salary dependent on qualifications. Minimum $11,000. Available June I, 1977. Apply L. E. Wikander, Secretary, Search Committee c/o Williams College Library, Williamstown, MA 01267. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

MEDLINE ANALYST(Assistant Reference Librarian). Position available September I, 1976 in university health sciences library serving Colleges of Health, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy and University Hospital. Responsibilities: MEDLINE and other computer-bases services, user instruction and general reference services. Qualifications: MLS; background in biological sciences; MEDLINE training; MLA certification; two years health sciences library experience; demonstrated ability with the public. Benefits: Faculty Status, TIAA-CREF, 25 days vacation. Skiing, backpacking within minutes of campus. Attractive city. Salary: up to $11,500 based on qualifications. Apply: Priscilla Mayden, Director, Eccles, Health Sciences Library, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84112. An equal oppor†unity/affirma†ive action employer.

HISTORY LIBRARIAN.As library liaison to the History Department, develops library resources and services to support the department's programs. Provides general reference service and acts as resource person for research in history. Responsible for development of history collection. Develops and implements programs of library orientation and instruction specifically tailored to serve history students. Qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited school; MA or equivalent coursework in history; and reading knowledge of at least one foreign language are. required. Experience as a librarian or teaching experience in the field of history is desirable. Salary: $10,500—depending on qualifications; Faculty Rank: Assistant Librarian. Please send resume to: Ms. M. E. State, University Libraries' Acting Personnel Officer. State University of New York at Buffalo, 308 Lockwood Memorial Library, Buffalo, NY 14214.

ENGINEERING LIBRARIAN.Responsible for the branch Engineering Library of over 77,000 volumes. Major responsibilities include collection development, reference service, and circulation and reserve service; maintenance of serial records and a public catalog; maintaining contact, with faculty and other sections of the General Libraries: Qualifications: MLS from ALA-accredited program and minimum of three years post MLS professional level experience in public service in a medium sized to large academic library system or large research library required: engineering or scientific background preferred. Familiarity with cataloging processes and experience with or high interest in computer-based information retrieval systems desirable. Ability to relate effec†iyely to faculty and staff and to work cooperatively in the library system essential. Position available immediately. Minimum, salary $14,000; higher salary dependent. upon experience and qualifications. Send letter of application and resume including current salary and salary requirements, academic credentials and the names of three professional references to Constance A. Moore, MAI 2206, General Libraries, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX 78712. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

MUSIC LIBRARIAN.Music Librarian to have complete charge of the Music Library which consists of recordings, scores, and basic reference materials. Staff includes one full-time staff person plus student assistants. Librarian responsible for selecting, processing, and cataloging new materials. Must have a Master's degree in Library Science and either a degree or strong background in Music. Salary $10,000—$12,000 for the academic year depending upon training and experience. Additional compensation for summer work. University located in northwestern corner of state and is surrounded by the Blue Ridqe Mountains. Send resume to: Richard T. Barker, University Librarian, Appalachian State University, Boone, NC 28608.

ASSISTANT SCIENCE LIBRARIAN(Reannouncement) will acquire knowledge of automated technical services of the University Library as they relate to the Science Libraries (Astronomy, Biology, Geology, Mathematics) and will train and supervise support staff in these functions; will also have a reference assignment. This position will become one of the merged staff of the Biology, Astronomy and Technological Institute libraries with the opening of a new Science/Engineering Library Building in the summer of 1977. Masters degree from accredited library school required and academic background in the sciences preferred. Some working experience in technical services desirable. Hiring range: $ 10,200—$ 10,700. Applications extended through December 3, 1976. Apply: Robert L. Ireland, Personnel Officer, Northwestern University Library, Evanston, IL 60201. An equal opportunity employer.

AUDIO-VISUAL LIBRARIAN.Media-oriented librarian wanted for administration of A-V department of mediumsized university library. We offer $14,000-$15,000 for 12- month (24 days vacation), assistant professor rank, exceptionally good fringe benefits. Moving from 4,000 to 14,000 square feet in new library building in the fall of 1977. Require 5th year, ALA-accredited degree plus media-training emphasis plus three or more years' relevant supervisory experience in multi-media situations. Applications accepted until December 1st. Send vita, transcripts, and reference letters to Eli M. Oboler, University Librarian, Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID 83209. An equal opportunity employer.

MEDIA/CURRICULUM SPECIALIST.Senior Assistant Librarian. Responsible for administration of curricular and academic level non-print materials, facilities and service program. Coordinate selection and acquisition of materials and equipment, prepare publications. MLS from an ALA-accredited library school; appropriate second masters or equivalent professional achievement. Salary commensurate with qualifications within range of $1,120— $l,547/mo. Apply before December I, 1976 to Louis A. Kenny, Director, San Diego State University Library, San Diego, CA 92182. An equal opportunity/affirma†ive action, Title IX employer.

HEAD OF MEDIA SERVICES.Responsibilities include supervision and development of the library Media Services Center and of its Instructional Materials Production Center, work with the faculty to implement full academic use of multi-media materials, provision of instruction in use of the above resources as well as reference services for the same, and cooperation with the Head of Information Services in providing a comprehensive and dynamic multi- media public services library program at a progressive liberal arts college. Graduate degree from an ALA-accredited library school required. At least 24 credit hours of further graduate study în a related field such as instructional technology and at least three years of full-time experience with media services in an academic library preferred. Eleven months position starting January I. Faculty status and excellent fringe benefits. Salary: $11,000 minimum, depending on qualifications and experience. Send resume to: Evelina Tseng, Acting Director of Library Services, Catawba College Library, Salisbury, NC 28144. An equal opportuni†y/affîrma†ive action employer.

Technical Services

HEAD OF TECHNICAL SERVICES.Manages technical services department with a staff of 20 including acquisitions, cataloging, periodicals, and government documents in 260,000 volume library. Develops procedures for monitoring $240,000 acquisitions budget. Student body of 5,900. New library in 1977. Campus adjacent to Adirondacks on Lake Champlain, one hour south of Montreal. MLS and . 3 years minimum experience in management of technical services in an academic library required. Advanced study and OCLC familiarity desirable. Twelve month salary negotiable, $16,COO and up. TIAA/CREF, 21 working days vacation, medical and dental plans, and faculty status. Position open January I, 1977. Send resume, credentials, and three references by November 15, 1976 to Mr. Robert Burton, Director, Feinberg Library, Box 2200, State University of New York, Plattsburgh, NY 12901.