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THE CLASSIFIED ADS

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Contact:Jack Helbig, Classified Advertising Manager, C&RL NewsClassified Advertising Department, ACRL, American Library Association, 50 E. Huron St., Chicago, IL 606112795; (312) 280-2513; fax: (312) 280-7663 or (312) 280-2520; e-mail: U21808@UICVM.uic.edu orjack.helbig@ala.org.

Policy:ALA policy requires that organizations recruiting through ALA publications or placement services comply with ALA anti-discrimination policies. Policy 54.3 states that “ALA is committed to equality of opportunity for all library employees or applicants for employment, regardless of race, color, creed, sex, age, physical or mental handicap, individual lifestyle, or national origin.” By advertising through ALA services, the organization agrees to comply with this policy.

POSITIONS OPEN

ASSISTANT CATALOG LIBRARIAN.West Texas A&M University. Responsibilities: Provides bibliographic control of all monographs, including U.S. and Texas documents. Trains Acquisitions Department in preorder bibliographic entry and searching. Performs other duties as assigned. Supervises two full-time library assistants and a staff of part-time student employees. Reports to Head Catalog Librarian. Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS. Broad academic background. Knowledge of OCLC and integrated automated systems. Some preprofessional library experience, especially in cataloging, preferred. Salary and benefits: $21,000/year (entry level). Employer contribution to health insurance and benefits package. Choice of retirement program. No state or local income taxes. Cornette Library: Ample work space and aesthetically pleasing interiors distinguish this 150,000-square-foot building, which houses 270,000 volumes, 1,850 current periodicals, and 650,000 government documents. Founding member of multitype Harrington Library Consortium, which provides fully integrated automation services to over 30 academic, public, school, and special libraries in 25-county sen/ice area. General information: WTAMU is located 15 miles south of Amarillo in Canyon, Texas, offering a choice of small-town or city living, both inexpensive. No state income tax. Pleasant climate. University has approximately 6,500 students, and offers 60 undergraduate and 32 graduate degree programs. Application deadline: Applications will be accepted until December 15, 1995. Mail resume, including names of three references with phone numbers, to: JoAnn Lowrance, Director, Personnel Services, West Texas A&M University, WTAMU Box 999, Canyon, TX 79016-0001. WTAMU is an AA/EEO employer.

ASSISTANT MUSIC LIBRARIAN.Responsibilities: Administer and plan the programs and daily operations of the Music Library and serve as primary reference librarian in the branch. Construction of a new facility will begin this fall, which will increase existing space and include the music listening lab. Maintain a close relationship with branch library administrators and the School of Music faculty. Supervise, train, and evaluate the employees of the Music Library. Responsible for teaching Introduction to Musicology (Bibliography and Research) within the School of Music. Assist in collection development. Participate in various activities at the M. D. Anderson Library, including some reference desk duty and involvement with library committees and task forces. Requirements: Master’s degree from an ALAaccredited library school and master’s degree in music are required. Excellent communication skills and strong service orientation essential. Desire to work in an environment where services are expanding and where there is considerable scope for planning and implementing new program initiatives, including the application of new technologies to the delivery of services. Salary: $26,000. Comprehensive benefits package; choice of retirement programs, including TIAA/CREF; taxdeferred annuity program available; released time to take a class up to three hours/week; no state or local income tax. Library information: As the research library for a four-campus system, the University of Houston Libraries holdings exceed 1.8 million volumes, with a current materials budget of $4.2 million. Total staff includes 46 professionals and 160 support staff. The library is a member of ARL. General information: Houston is America’s fourth largest city, a vital force in the commerce of the nation. It has established a flourishing cultural life rivaled by few cities in the world. It enjoys the amenities of a large metropolitan city within easy reach of the Texas gulf coast. The University of Houston campus comprises 13 colleges and schools offering close to 80 degree programs with an enrollment of 33,000 students, 8,000 of whom are enrolled in graduate studies. This institution is a Carnegie Research II university. Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Send letter of application, names of three references, and resume to: Jose Aguinaga, Library Personnel Coordinator, University of Houston Libraries, Houston, TX 77204-2091. The University of Houston is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

AUTOMATED CATALOGING MANAGER.Responsibilities: The University of Houston Libraries acquisitions department consists of automated cataloging, monograph ordering and receiving, gifts, preorder searching, and financial services. The automated cataloging manager’s primary responsibility will be to manage the automated cataloging unit, consisting of seven support staff and three student assistants. The unit is responsible for preorder searching and verification, copy cataloging, and OCLC input. This position will participate in planning, setting goals and objectives, identifying and resolving problems, and assessing the productivity of staff and operations within the acquisitions department. Requirements: Master's degree from an ALA-accredited library school and experience in cataloging operations required. Supervisory experience and knowledge of the Innovative system preferred. Required knowledge of MARC formats, LCSH, LC classification, AACR2, and automated cataloging systems, preferably OCLC. Ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Salary: $30,000. Comprehensive benefits package; choice of retirement programs, including TIAA/CREF; tax-deferred annuity program available; release time to take a class up to three hours/week; no state or local income tax. Library information: As the research library for a fourcampus system, the University of Houston Libraries holdings exceed 1.8 million volumes, with a current materials budget of $4.2 million. Total staff includes 46 professionals and 160 support staff. The library is a member of ARL. General information: Houston is America’s fourthlargest city, a vital force in the commerce of the nation. It has established a flourishing cultural life rivaled by few cities in the world. It enjoys the amenities of a large metropolitan city within easy reach of the Texas gulf coast. The University of Houston campus comprises 13 colleges and schools offering close to 80 degree programs, with an enrollment of 33,000 students, 8,000 of whom are enrolled in graduate studies. This institution is a Carnegie Research II University. Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Send letter of application, names of three references, and resume to: Jose Aguinaga, Library Personnel Coordinator, University of Houston Libraries, Houston, TX 772042091. The University of Houston is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

CATALOG LIBRARIAN FOR DATABASE MANAGEMENT AND ELECTRONIC RESOURCES.Auraria Library seeks an energetic and innovative professional who understands the principles of bibliographic control. This position is responsible for the management and quality control of a CARL database; plans database maintenance and cleanup; performs some professional cataloging in various formats, including Internet resources. This position supervises library technicians in the database maintenance unit and reports to the Coordinator of Bibliographic Services and Special Collections. An important aspect of this position will be to work with the coordinator and the head of the cataloging unit to formulate cataloging policies and procedures. This University of Colorado at Denver faculty position requires scholarly and service activities. Required: ALA-accredited MLS; two years cataloging or cataloging-related experience; knowledge of and experience with MARC formats, AACR2, and LCSH; supervisory ability; experience with an integrated library system; working knowledge of the Internet; ability to manage change and to work well in a team environment; effective interpersonal and communication skills. Desirable: Experience cataloging Internet or electronic resources; experience with catalog management; relevant supervisory experience. Salary/benefits: $30,900 minimum for a 12-month faculty appointment, negotiated depending on education and experience. Tuition benefits, sick leave, 22 vacation days, and TIAA/CREF. Background: Auraria Library supports the programs of the University of Colorado at Denver, Metropolitan State College of Denver, and the Community College of Denver. The student population is approximately 35,000, with 2,800 faculty and staff. This urban campus reflects the multicultural population of the metropolitan area. The staff of Auraria Library is committed to a service-oriented approach. To apply: Please send a letter of application, resume, and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: Rutherford W. Witthus, Coordinator of Bibliographic Services & Special Collections, Auraria Library, Lawrence at 11th, Denver, CO 80204. The search committee will begin reviewing applications on November 1‚ 1995 and continue until the position is filled. Position will be available on January 2, 1996, contingent on funding. The University of Colorado at Denver is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff and encourages applications from a broad spectrum of people, particularly women and minorities. Alternative formats of this advertisement are available.

CATALOGER, RARE BOOKS DIVISION.Butterfield & Butterfield. Responsibilities: Performs original cataloging of fine books and manuscripts; trains others in cataloging; refines and maintains uniform cataloging style; engages in online and off-site scholarly and bibliographical research as needed; participates in all aspects of catalog production; coordinates marketing efforts for catalog mailings; learns to appraise material. Qualifications: Training in the handling of rare books, knowledge of analytical and descriptive bibliography, and familiarity with the history of the book and the techniques of book illustration essential, especially 15th-to 18thcentury. Familiarity with the organization of library material for research purposes and with standard bibliographies. Knowledge of incunables and early printed books necessary. Some knowledge of 16th-to 18th-century maps helpful. Working knowledge of classical and European languages, especially Latin, French, and some German desired. Prior cataloging experience required. MLS preferred. Other requirements: Familiarity with computer systems and databases. Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and anticipate and solve problems. Detail-oriented. Excellent opportunity to examine and describe diverse rare materials. Salary commensurate with knowledge. Qualified applicants should send resume and references, withaletterof application, to: Director of Human Resources, Butterfield & Butterfield, 220 San Bruno Ave., San Francisco, CA 94103; phone: (415) 861-7500, ext. 246; fax: (415) 861-8951.

COORDINATOR OF REFERENCE SERVICES AND DISTANCE EDUCATION.Library, Western Oregon State College. Coordinate reference, research, and distance education services to students, faculty, and staff; prepare publications; participate in collection development, user-education programs, and campus service activities. Provide reference assistance and help patrons search CD-ROM and online catalogs and databases. Work closely with teaching faculty to promote reference and distance education sen/ices. Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS degree required; second master’s degree preferred and required for tenure. Experience providing reference and research assistance in an academic library preferred; also outstanding public service, oral and written communication skills, and expertise in selecting and managing electronic resources. 12-month, tenure-track, Assistant Professor or higher. $27,000–$32,000 salary, excellent benefits. Application: Send cover letter, resume, and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references by November 30, 1995, to: Gary Jensen, Library Director, Western Oregon State College, Monmouth, OR 97361; phone: (503) 838-8886; fax: (503) 838-8399; e-mail: jenseng@fsa.wosc.osshe.edu. AA/EOE. Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities encouraged to apply. Western is a four-year liberal arts college of nearly 4,000 students which offers 32 various bachelor’s and master's degree programs. Located in the Willamette Valley, it is 15 miles from Salem, the state’s capital.

DEAN OF ACADEMIC INFORMATION SERVICES.MiraCosta Community College, Oceanside, California. Located along the northern coast of San Diego County in California, MiraCosta College is a single college district with three sites, serving more than 11,000 credit and noncredit students. MiraCosta College has pledged itself to leading and sustaining our community into the new era of information science and technological change. The college is searching for a leader with strong planning and team management skills who will be responsible for Library Services, Academic and Administrative Computing Services, and Media Services. Reporting to the Vice-President, Instruction, the Dean of Academic Information Services is responsible for coordinating the planning and integration of information resources, services, and technical applications as well as expanding new strategies for learning within the emerging technological context. Application materials will be mailed beginning December 11, 1995. Completed applications will be accepted until the position is filled but submissions are especially encouraged to be received by 4 p.m. on February 2, 1996, when the Search Committee will begin its review of applicants’ materials. This district offers a competitive salary plus a comprehensive package of benefits which includes employee and dependent medical and dental coverage, $100,000 life insurance, and income protection insurance. Application information: To obtain application materials, please leave your name and address on the MiraCosta College Human Resources Job Line: (619) 757-2121 ‚ ext. 8071. All inquiries, nominations, and applications will be held in the strictest confidence. MiraCosta College, an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer, works to enhance its staff diversity by specifically inviting and encouraging minorities and women to apply.

DEPARTMENT HEAD, INTERLIBRARY LOAN/REFERENCE LIBRARIAN.The University of Arkansas at Little Rock seeks qualified applicants to fill the Interlibrary Loan/Reference Librarian position immediately. Responsibilities: Supervises a department that conducts all interlibrary loan transactions for the library and provides general reference service on rotation at the public reference desk. Flexible schedule, including work one night per week during regular academic terms, plus some weekends. Department operations include handling personnel matters, improving procedures for more effective service, and reviewing document delivery services. Reference duties include helping to select reference titles, explaining CD-ROM services to students, interpreting the DRA system to patrons, and providing bibliographic instruction. Some knowledge of the Internet and other online systems necessary.MLS from an ALA-accredited institution, with minimum three years professional experience, required; background in public services work, especially reference, preferred. ILL experience helpful; excellent interpersonal and communication skills necessary. Minimum salary: $27,000 for 12-month faculty tenure-track position at rank of Assistant Professor; 22 days of paid vacation plus holidays; TIAA/CREF; dental and health insurance; disability and life insurance also available. Send resume and transcripts, with names of three professional references to: Kathy Sanders, Chair, Search Committee, Ottenheimer Library, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, 2801 S. University, Little Rock, AR 72204. The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and actively seeks the candidacy of minorities, women, Vietnam-era veterans, and persons with disabilities. Under Arkansas law, all applications are subject to disclosure.

DIRECTOR OF LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER.The University of Texas of the Permian Basin seeks a Director of the Learning Resource Center, the head of all library staff and collections, who reports directly to the Vice-President for Academic Affairs. Minimal requirements for the position include an MLS from an accredited institution and one other master's degree; doctorate preferred. The successful candidate will have been a director of a library, or at least an assistant or associate director, with appropriate experience in the application of electronic resources a must. This person also must have budgetary and personnel skills commensurate with this level position. He/she will be flexible and comfortable working in an environment of change that accommodates a growing campus, and will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills in order to work with a wide variety of patrons, on and off campus. This is a unique opportunity in a leading-edge. library that focuses on technology applications for the future. In addition to a number of electronic databases and online journals, the library currently consists of 250,000 hardbound volumes and over 500,000 titles in microform holdings. The university enrolls about 2,400 students and offers 23 undergraduate and eight master's degrees. A letter of application, a recent resume, and a list of five references should be sent to: Gary Klein, Chair of the Search Committee, University of Texas of the Permian Basin, 4901 E. University, Odessa, TX 79762. Applications and nominations will be accepted until December 1, 1995. An AA/EO employer. #742-6-393.

HEAD, AUTOMATION SERVICES DEPARTMENT.Provides leadership in a department that provides services to rapidly growing libraries serving academic and health science campuses. Supervises staff of six in a NOTIS environment with over 20 databases, 250 installed microcomputers in Banyan and Novell networks, a large CD-ROM network, developing client/server systems, and linkages to Internet resources. Working in a team environment, helps to provide a vision and inspiration for the future, plan for new technology, set automation policy, define departmental procedure, and manage ongoing projects. Works cooperatively with all areas of the library to define automation problems and develop strategies for resolution. Manages daily technical operations. Assesses library’s equipment and software needs, assists in budgeting process, and directs staff in their acquisition and installation. Principal library contact for automation vendors, utilities, and campus computing centers, and participates in statewide library computing initiatives. Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS ora master's degree in a computer-related discipline required, with at least five years of increasingly progressive responsibilities in library systems work. The following are preferred: Ability to articulate an inspiring and realistic vision of the future of library computing; excellent oral and written communication skills; good organizational and project management skills; demonstrated understanding of different PC, Unix, and mainframe computing environments; experience with a variety of microcomputer application software, an integrated library system (preferably NOTIS), and client/server systems; knowledge of developing technological trends as well as a broad knowledge and understanding of both library public and technical services; positive interpersonal relations with ability to work well independently and in groups; record of achievement in library automation and of professional activities, with ability to meet requirements for faculty advancement, including professional service and publication. Experience working in a culturally diverse environment highly preferred. Environment: VCU is a publicly supported, urban, research university in Richmond, Virginia, serving 20,000 students on the academic campus and at the Medical College of Virginia. The library has 1.1 million volumes and a materials budget of $4.5 million. Salary: $40,000 minimum. Benefits include 24 days leave, choice of health plans (including HMOs and dental plans), choice of retirement and annuity plans (including TIAA/CREF), remuneration for university course work, and paid life insurance. Application: Submit resume and the names and phone numbers for three current references to: John Duke, Assistant Director for Network and Technical Services, University Library Services, Virginia Commonwealth University, VCU Box 842033, Richmond, VA 23284-2033. Review of applications will begin December 1, 1995. Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Minorities, women, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

HEAD, LIFE AND HEALTH SCIENCES AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES LIBRARIES.The University of Nevada, Reno, Libraries seek a librarian to direct two science branch libraries: the Life and Health Sciences Library and Physical Sciences Library. Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities include reference, collection development, computer database searching, and user instruction for life and health science disciplines. Has administrative oversight of these activities for physics and chemistry disciplines. Promotes development of electronic information delivery systems. Participates in library staff development program. Has primary responsibility for planning, policy formulation, and administration of the two branch libraries. Participates in overall planning and evaluation of all science library services. Reporting staff, some indirectly, include a .5 FTE professional, 3.5 FTE classified staff, and approximately 160 hours per week of student labor. Reports to the Director of Public Services. This is a faculty rank, tenure-track appointment. Qualifications: Required: ALA-accredited MLS. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal and supervisory skills. Three years experience in public services in academic or special libraries. Experience with microcomputers, database searching, and use of the Internet. Strong public service orientation. Demonstrated interest in professional activities needed to meet university requirements for promotion and tenure. Desired: Academic background in sciences or experience with science reference and information resources. Familiarity with microcomputer management. Salary: Minimum $36,064 for 12 month appointment. Fringes: TIAA/CREF and other retirement options; 24 working days vacation per year; generous sick leave. The environment: The University of Nevada, Reno, is a dynamic land grant institution with 12,000 students enrolled in 74 baccalaureate, 64 master's, and 24 doctoral degree programs. The university is situated in Reno, a metropolitan area of 250,000, which is conveniently located only 40 miles from Lake Tahoe and 225 miles from San Francisco. Applications: Please send resume and names and addresses of three references to: Janita Jobe, Assistant to the Dean for Administrative Services, University of Nevada, Reno Libraries/322, Reno, NV 89557-0044. To ensure full consideration, applicants are encouraged to have all application information on file by December 8, 1995. Selection will be made by the Dean of Libraries, subject to the approval of the President, from a group of top candidates selected by a screening committee. The university is an EEO, affirmative action, Title IX/Sect. 504, ADA institution. For position description: E-mail: jobe@unr.edu.

INFORMATION AND EDUCATION SERVICES.Do you want to extend your horizons and help create our future in the information age? If so, consider joining the Information and Education Services team at the Annette and Inwin Eskind Biomedical Library, Nashville, Tennessee. The library, Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s principal health information delivery vehicle, is seeking a Coordinator of Consultation Services. We are looking for an experienced (minimum four years experience), innovative librarian with extensive searching experience for this senior position. For a complete position description, see http://www.mc.vanderbilt.edu/biolib/jobs or call 1-800-288-0110. EOE/AA.

LIBRARIAN, HEAD OF LIBRARY SYSTEMS AND AUTOMATION(Search Extended). Newly created position. Muhlenberg College in Allentown, Pennsylvania. A senior administrative position, 12-month, full-time, reporting to the library director. Guides library automation activities. Provides leadership to address automation needs of technical and public service applications. Provides overall administration of the library’s automated system (Innovative Interfaces). Trains staff and patrons in the use of library automation and Internet, MOSAIC, and WWW resources. Develops and maintains library-related home pages. Analyzes patron use of systems. Plans and delivers courses in library automation and the Internet. Participates in collection development and limited reference desk activities. Plans with director and staff for job redesign and improved workflow as a result of emerging technologies. Required: MLS from ALA-accredited institution; at least two years post-MLS systems and automation experience in an academic library or equivalent; knowledge of MARC format; experience with managing Innovative Interfaces or other automated library systems; familiarity with system architecture and database management; demonstrated ability to communicate with a wide variety of constituents with various levels of automation expertise; ability to function in a team-management environment; experience in dealing with computer center personnel; knowledge of standard software applications. Preferred: Knowledge of CD-ROMs, LANs, Unix, Hewlett Packard, the Internet, and networking for the delivery of information; experience with budgeting and personnel issues; knowledge of basic reference sources and some experience with Bl; supervisory experience in traditional library technical services. Review of applications will begin November 1, 1995, and will continue until the position is filled. Salary: $37,000–$40,000. To apply, send letter of application addressing qualifications; resume; names, addresses, and phone numbers of three recent professional references; and a statement of philosophy of automation as it relates to library service to: Myrna McCallister, Library Director, Trexler Library, Muhlenberg College, 2400 Chew St., Allentown, PA 18104. Muhlenberg College is a selective, private, liberal arts college of 1650+ students and 150 faculty, located in eastern Pennsylvania, one hour from Philadelphia and two hours from New York City. Trexler Library is a new facility offering a modern and beautiful setting in the center of the 74-acre campus. Call or write for a fuller job description. EOE.

LIBRARIAN II, HEAD, GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS LIBRARY(search reopened). Michigan State University Libraries (PRO 190). Reporting to Coordinator, Main Library Reference Services, manages the Government Documents Library. Responsible for supervision of librarians and support staff; selection and processing of collections; reference; library instruction; and database services. Participates in full range of activities in Government Documents Library; coordinates activities and programs with Social Science and Humanities Reference and other library units. Required: ALA-accredited MLS; three years successful professional experience in an academic or research library, including documents; excellent written and oral communication skills. Desired: Familiarity with IGO materials; supervisory experience; effective instructional skills. Minimum salary: $30,000, depending on qualifications. MSU is a selective federal depository library, a depository for European Communities, Canadian, and Michigan documents, and includes collections from dozens of international organizations. Holdings include over 900,000 print volumes, 2.8 million microform pieces, and 11,000 current serials. Staff is three FTE librarians, 3.5 FTE support staff, and 6.5 FTE student workers. Government Documents Library shares a common service point with Social Sciences and Humanities Reference. Submit a letter of application, resume, and the names and addresses of three current references to: Libraries Human Resources, W 102A Main Library, Michigan State University Libraries, East Lansing, Ml 48824-1048. Applications received by December 1, 1995, will receive priority consideration; review will continue until position is filled. MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution.

MUSIC LIBRARIAN.A 12-month, tenure-track appointment with the University of Kansas Libraries. This position manages operation of the Thomas Gorton Music Library, a branch library which serves academic programs through the doctoral level in Applied Music, Musicology, Music Education, and Music Therapy. Required qualifications: Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program; bachelor’s degree in music; professional library experience with music materials in an academic or research library; strong commitment to collection building and to active, innovative public service programs; 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 bibliographic resources in music; demonstrated ability to effectively plan, organize, and implement services and operations. Preferred qualifications: Advanced degree in musicology; reference, instructional, and collection development experience with music materials; successful supervisory experience; experience with electronic information technologies and information retrieval; reading knowledge of German, Spanish, Italian, or other western European languages. Excellent benefits. Annual salary range: $30,000-$38,000, 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 postmarked by December 1‚ 1995 will be given first consideration. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interviews tentatively scheduled for mid-January 1996. An equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

REFERENCE/ELECTRONIC SERVICES LIBRARIAN.Emporia State University is accepting applications for a Reference/Electronic Services Librarian. Responsibilities include general reference and library instruction, use and operation of electronic reference sources, and collection development duties. ALA-accredited MLS and one to two years professional experience in academic public services required. Evidence of knowledge and expertise in online, CD-ROM, Internet products and services, and microcomputer applications required. Networking experience a plus. Salary and rank commensurate with experience, minimum $24,000. Appointment date of December 18, 1995, is negotiable. Screening will begin November 6, 1995, and continue until position is filled. Send letter of application, resume, copies of transcripts, and three references to: Henry Stewart, University Librarian, Emporia State University, Campus Box 4051, Emporia, KS 66801-5087. AA/EOE.

SHARED RESOURCES LIBRARIAN.Northern Arizona University. Academic professional position. The Cline Library at Northern Arizona University invites applications for: Shared Resources Librarian. Under the direction of the Head of Reference, the Shared Resources Librarian is responsible for the coordination of electronic and manual systems of interlibrary loan and document delivery for university students, faculty, and staff statewide. Supervises the library’s interlibrary loan and document delivery team (eight FTE and 18 students), and works closely with staff in planning services and resolving issues in an environment of continuous change. Serves as the primary contact for resource sharing; works with Arizona community colleges and other state universities to improve delivery of materials in all formats among the partner institutions. Officially represents NAU at professional meetings and provides an effective interface between the library and outside organizations for resource sharing. Additional duties may include reference desk service and collection development. Minimum qualifications: Required: ALAaccredited MLS; two years experience with document delivery and interlibrary loan activities; knowledge of document services such as UNCOVER and UMI; one to two years experience as a supervisor in an academic library; evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to represent the library in supporting distance education initiatives involving occasional statewide travel; effective interpersonal skills. Desired: An understanding of trends in academic libraries’ resource sharing efforts and the electronic delivery of information; experience with consensus building and teamwork between academic libraries. Send resume, letter of application, and the names and addresses of three references to: Cynthia Childrey, Head of Reference, Cline Library, Northern Arizona University, Box 6022, Flagstaff, AZ 86011. The closing date for receipt of applications is November 21, 1995. Northern Arizona University is located in Flagstaff, a city of 52,000 people at the base of the San Francisco Peaks and surrounded by the Coconino National Forest. While we are the academic center for all northern Arizona and the Colorado Plateau we also serve 4,000 students at seven distance learning locations in southern and central Arizona. NAU has a growing minority student population and is committed to equal opportunity, affirmative action; we welcome minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans willing to make a commitment to NAU’s mission of cultural diversity.

TECHNICAL SERVICES/SYSTEMS LIBRARIAN. Bellevue Community College, located in the metropolitan area of Seattle, Washington, is recruiting for a Technical Services/Systems Librarian. This is a fulltime nine-month faculty position reporting to the Director of the Library Media Center. The Librarian is responsible for cataloging and processing all print and nonprint materials and serves as a liaison to DRAInlex automated circulation and online public access catalogs. Requires MLS and two years technical experience. The closing date for recruitment is January 22, 1996. For a detailed job description and application packets, please contact: Human Resources, Bellevue Community College, 3000 Landerholm Circle SE, Bellevue, WA 98007, or call our 24-hour Jobline at (206) 643-2082. EEO/AA.

USER EDUCATION/REFERENCE LIBRARIAN.Position available: Currently open. Under the direction of the Head, Library User Education, this position is responsible for: coordination of the instruction program: teaching classes in the library’s instruction program for English composition; teaching Internet classes; assisting reference librarians with instructional design; developing new instructional methods using a variety of technologies; assisting with coordination of the libraries'; instructional handouts and publications; assisting with in-house training and workshops on a variety of instructional issues; conducting needs assessments and evaluations of the instruction program; developing effective outreach and publicity for the instruction program; providing reference service six hours each week in the Humanities/Social Sciences Library; and other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Required: ALA-accredited MLS; knowledge of, and skill with, electronic resources, including Internet resources; excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Preferred: Experience with teaching and instructional design, particularly in library user education; knowledge of, and skill with, instructional technology and software; experience with reference in the humanities, social sciences, and business; desktop publishing experience. Salary: From $24,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience. Rank: Librarian II; full faculty status. Other benefits: TIAA/CREF; broad insurance program; 22 days vacation, 12 days sick leave/year. Application: Send letter of application, resume, and names and addresses of three references to: Donna L. McCool, Associate Director for Administrative Services, Washington State University Libraries, Pullman, WA 99164-5610. Application review begins December 1, 1995. WSU is an EEO employer. Protected group members encouraged to apply.

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REFERENCE LIBRARIAN (two positions).The American University Library invites applications for two tenure-track Reference Librarians at the rank of Assistant Librarian. These positions are subject to final budgetary approval. Responsibilities: Provide research assistance in an active department with a busy reference desk and indemand outreach programs and services. Support and assist in user access to the online public catalog, networked and stand-alone compact disc databases, LEXIS/NEXIS, mediated databases, Internet, and other electronic resources. Design and teach library instruction sessions, prepare publications, participate in departmental planning processes. Build the collection as a subject selector and perform other reference responsibilities as assigned. Evening and weekend service required. Professional development and service to the university community expected. Requirements: ALA-accredited MLS. Reference experience and experience with electronic information resources including the Internet. Excellent communication skills. Ability to work independently and collegially in a dynamic environment. Potential to meet tenure requirements in performing primary and secondary responsibilities, university and professional service. Preferred: Academic reference experience and library instruction experience. All subject backgrounds considered, with business or social sciences expertise preferred. Experience with interlibrary loan and/or document delivery also helpful. Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications. Position available: January 1, 1996. The American University, incorporated in 1893, offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, many with international focus, to over 11,000 students. Its proximity to centers of politics, justice, world affairs, communication, science, business, and art in Washington, D.C., enhances the learning environment. The university library serves the university through a collection of over 635,000 volumes, 21 library faculty, 51 full-time staff plus over 100 student assistants, and a budget of over $4.7 million. The university is an active member of the Washington Research Library Consortium, with a shared NOTIS system that includes an online public catalog and 15 additional bibliographic databases. The Reference Department employs nine full-time library faculty and four support staff. Review of applications will begin November 15, 1995, and continue until position is filled. Send resume and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: Michele Mikkelsen, Personnel Officer, The American University Library, 4400 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20016-8046. The American University is an AA/EEO university committed to a diverse student body, faculty, and staff. Minority and women candidates are encouraged to apply.

ARCHIVIST.Clarke Historical Library, Central Michigan University. Responsibilities: The Archivist, working under the supervision of the director of the Clarke Historical Library (CHL), will be responsible for appraising, arranging, and describing a wide-ranging body of historical manuscripts housed in the CHL. The CHL concentrates on documenting the history of Michigan and the Old Northwest Territory, with the bulk of its historical manuscripts documenting the state of Michigan. The CHL also serves as Central Michigan University’s archives. Required qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited institution and formal training in archival theory and practice. Preferred qualifications: Professional experience working in an archive, experience with creating MARC-AMC records, experience using major bibliographic utilities, experience in digitization of source material, advanced degree in history or related field, knowledge of Michigan history, demonstrated publications record, and demonstrated written and verbal communication skills. Salary and fringe benefits: Position is a 12-month, tenure-track, faculty position. Minimum salary of $31,000 and excellent fringe-benefit package. To apply, send letter of application, resume, and names, titles, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: Chairperson, Selection Committee, 207 Park Library, Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, MI 48859. Position available in May 1996. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Review of applications will begin January 8, 1996. Central Michigan University (AA/EO institution) encourages diversity and resolves to provide equal opportunity regardless of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, or other irrelevant criteria. CMU is a state institution with an enrollment of approximately 16,000 on-campus students and an off-campus student body of about 12,000.

DIRECTOR OF LIBRARIES.Ripon College invites applications and nominations for the position of Director of Libraries beginning July 1, 1996. We seek a dynamic and experienced person to lead the library into the 21st Century, integrating new information technologies, expanding outreach to students and faculty, and building effective team work within the library and between the library and its constituencies. The directorship is a tenure-track faculty position reporting to the Vice President and Dean of Faculty. The director manages library operations including budgeting and longrange planning, works with the administration to ensure appropriate levels of library support, represents the College in state and consortium library organizations, has responsibilities for faculty governance and academic advising, and conducts public relations activities with community and alumni. The director will be responsible for one area of library operations and will share reference duties with other librarians. Ripon College is a private, selective, four year liberal arts college founded in 1851 and located in south-central Wisconsin, equidistant between Madison and Milwaukee. A member of the Associated Colleges of the Midwest, Ripon College has approximately 800 students and anticipates enrollment growth. Candidates should possess at least an ALA-accredited MLS, seven to ten years of professional library experience including two to three years administrative experience, a strong service orientation, appropriate knowledge and experience in the area of technical responsibility, experience with automated library systems and information technology, excellent oral and written communications skills, a commitment to the liberal arts, a record of professional participation, and familiarity with trends and standards in academic and college librarianship. Candidates should provide by January 15, 1996, a letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references to: David Seligman, Vice President and Dean of Faculty, Ripon College, P.O. Box 248, Ripon, W1 54971.