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Wanted

WANTED TO BUY: Book collections for university library emphasizing international studies, Asian studies, religion, philosophy, and general education. Mr. Feldman, DRBU Library, Box 217, Talmage, CA 95481-0217; (707)462-9178.

Conferences

COLLECTION ASSESSMENT AND ACQUISITIONS BUDGETS CONFERENCE, Oklahoma City, OK. February 20-21 ‚ 1992. Contact for information: Donald C. Hudson, The University of Oklahoma Libraries, Norman, OK 73019, (405) 325-2611.

Positions Open

ASSISTANT TO THE DEAN & UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN, Miami University Libraries. An exciting opportunity exists to work closely with the Dean and University Librarian in advancing the mission of the Miami University Libraries, serving a selective institution located in Oxford, Ohio, 35 miles north of Cincinnati. The Libraries have an integrated Innovative Interfaces system in place; it will be the foundation of OhioLINK, a planned statewide information system designed to link nineteen academic institutions in Ohio. Responsibilities: Reporting to the Dean and University Librarian, the responsibilities of the Assistant to the Dean will include: assisting in planning and implementing a comprehensive staff development and training program; drafting speeches, reports, memoranda, program analyses, statistical studies, etc. as requested; coordinating the preparation of library grant and fund-raising proposals; assisting in library public relation projects; other duties as required. Preferred qualifications: An ALA-accredited MLS degree; broad- based experience in library operations and services; demonstrated ability to write and speak English clearly, concisely, and accurately; demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively, independently, and cooperatively with all elements of a highly diverse academic community; demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects, to prioritize and reprioritize assignments as necessary, and to produce results in a persuasive and timely manner; evidence of initiative, good judgment, candor, flexibility, and a sense of proportion and the practical. Desirable: working knowledge of statistics and budgetary process and familiarity with database management and spreadsheet tools; understanding of teaching and research in a university setting and the operations of academic libraries, or demonstrated interest in obtaining such understanding. The Miami University Libraries contain over 1.5 million volumes, have extensive collections of government documents and microforms, and receive over 12,000 serials. They serve 850 teaching and research faculty, 16,000 undergraduates and 1,000 graduate students. The libraries have 32 professional librarians and 55 support staff and belong to OCLC and CRL. Benefits include Blue Cross/Blue Shield, major medical, disability, dental, and term life insurance, all paid by the University. Public employees retirement system. Minimum salary $25,000, negotiable, depending upon experience and qualifications. Submit letter of application, resume, and names, telephone numbers, and addresses of three professional references to Judith A. Sessions, Dean and University Librarian, Miami University, Oxford, Ohio 45056. Applications received by December 15,1991 ‚ will receive first consideration, but applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Miami University in an equal opportunity employer actively seeking minority applicants.

CATALOGER, Full-Time. The Library of Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) currently has this professional opportunity. Under the direction of the Library Administrator, the selected candidate will catalog Fermilab-specific materials, as well as items received from other laboratories and publishers, into MARC records on the Data Research Associates library automation system. Responsibilities will also include assigning LC subject headings and classification using the LC scheme; documenting procedures; and some staff training. The individual will be able to coordinate and implement an authority control project. Requirements include a bachelor's degree, along with an ALA-accredited MLS degree, and two years’ experience with original cataloging of materials into an online library system using AACR2 and LC rule interpretations. Also expected are a familiarity with OCLC and Dialog and a willingness and ability to learn aspects of computing, data processing, and image handling technology (CD-ROM and others) as applied to the delivery of Library Services in a highly technical environment. The individual must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with library and computer staff via well-organized, properly written (e.g., good spelling) English documents. Located 35 miles west of Chicago in Batavia, Illinois, Fermilab is operated by the Universities Research Association, Inc. for the U.S. Department of Energy and is engaged in the study of high-energy physics with participation from researchers worldwide. The laboratory provides a nonsmoking work environment and an excellent benefits package including 24 days' vacation per year. Annual salary range is $28,000-$38,000. Qualified individuals should send a resume to: Joy Thomas, Jr. Personnel Administrator, Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, P.O. Box 500, Batavia, IL 60510. An equal opportunity employer.

DEAN, UNIVERSITY LIBRARY. California State University, Northridge is located 25 miles northwest of central Los Angeles. The Library is the major library resource in the San Fernando Valley, with a budget of approximately $6 million and a collection of over 1,000,000 volumes accessible through GEAC, and employs approximately 30 Librarians, 70 staff, and 300 students. A major expansion, including an automated storage/retrieval system, was completed in summer 1991. A small branch Library has been established at the off-campus center in Ventura. The Dean is the chief administrative officer for the University Library and reports directly to the Vice President for Academic Affairs. The Dean provides leadership in developing librarians and staff, and plans and establishes goals and priorities for development of collections in support of instruction and research. The Dean is responsible for financial and human resources, the quality of public service, development of systematic approaches to library operations, application of computer and other technologies, and for physical facilities. Qualifications include a graduate degree in library science from an ALA-accredited library school or a school of equivalent quality. Five years of significant professional library administrative experience, preferably in a four-year college or university. A doctoral degree in library science or a closely related field may be substituted for two years of experience. Qualifications for a faculty appointment, at advanced rank, within one of the Departments in the Library. Knowledge of major library automated systems. Ability to manage personnel in a collective bargaining and shared governance environment. Current knowledge of academic libraries and their organization, library and information science, and management principles. Especially important is the ability to respond to the increasing ethnic diversity and international character of the University and in promoting educational equity. Salary: The recruitment range is $5,705-6,960 per month; however, the actual salary is negotiable. This is a twelve-month position. Effective date of appointment: Position available on or about July 1, 1992. Applications: Candidates must submit a letter of application, current resume, and names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references postmarked no later than January 17,1992, to: Snowdy Dodson, Chair, Dean, University Library Search and Screen Committee, Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs (ACAF), California State University, Northridge, 18111 Nordhoff Street; Northridge, CA 91330. An equal opportunity, affirmative action, Title IX, Sections 503 and 504 employer.

ENGINEERING LIBRARIAN. Subject responsibility for Engineering, Systems Science, Computer Science, and Mathematics. Duties include reference, bibliographic instruction, faculty liaison, online searching, and collection development. Required: MLS from ALA-accredited institution. Undergraduate degree or equivalent in math, engineering, or one of the physical sciences. Two years of professional reference service in an academic or technical library. Familiarity with online searching and microcomputer applications. (Note: Professional library experience may be waived in lieu of Graduate Degree in subject specialty.) Salary/rank: Assistant Professor (min. $30,000/yr.) dependent on qualifications and experience. Tenure-track 1.0 FTE. 12-month contract. Excellent benefits. Contact: Joe Kohut, Science Librarian, Branford P. Millar Library, P.O. Box 1151, Portland State University, Portland, OR 97207. Phone: (503) 725-4708. Fax: (503) 725-4524. The Search Committee will begin reviewing applications after December 15, 1991; applicants are advised to submit applications in advance of this date. Portland State University ia an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

HEAD, ACQUISITIONS DEPARTMENT, Gelman Library, The George Washington University. Appointment salary minimum: $35,000 (negotiable, based on qualifications and experience). Responsibilities: Provides leadership for department responsible for acquisition of monographs, serials, nonprint materials, government documents using NOTIS acquisitions system and for public periodicals room; manages acquisitions budget of $1.7 million; selects and monitors vendors, including approval plan and subscriptions; provides accurate reports on acquisitions activity and status of acquisitions budget; represents acquisitions department on library-wide committees; participates in collegial decision-mak- ing process; represents Gelman Library at consortium meetings and participates in consortium committees; represents Gelman Library at professional meetings. Management duties: supervises department of 29 classified staff and one professional; develops policies and procedures; matches staffing to workflow requirements. Qualifications required: ALA-accredited MLS, acquisitions experience in academic or research library, supervisory experience, several years experience with automated acquisitions system, demonstrated ability to work effectively in non-hierarchical organization; demonstrated communication skills. Preferred: experience with NOTIS; reading knowledge of foreign language; course work in social sciences. Deadline: review of applications begins January 15,1992, and continues until the position is filled. Please send current resume and names of three references to: Andrea Stewart, Executive Associate, Gelman Library, The George Washington University, Washington, DC 20052. GWU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer which actively seeks and encourages applications from minority candidates.

HEAD OF ACCESS SERVICES. The University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio seeks a creative and dynamic, sen/ice-oriented librarian to lead access support services of circulation, stack maintenance, and photoduplication in the Briscoe Library. Major responsibilities include planning the integration of print and audiovisual circulation services, managing the newly merged staff of circulation services and stack maintenance services, communicating to faculty, staff, and students the access services policies, and effectively utilizing the strengths of the LIS automated library system for circulation, reserves, and collection maintenance. Reporting to the Assistant Director for Administration, the Head of Access Services will supervise a staff of twenty employees. The Briscoe Library, one of the nation’s busiest medical libraries, serves the five schools of the Health Science Center as well as health care professionals in Bexar County and South Texas. San Antonio is located in the historic and scenic hill country of Texas and has diverse educational and cultural opportunities. Requirements include an ALA-accredited master’s degree in library science; a minimum of four years of post MLS library experience and applicable management/supervisory experience and/or applicable experience in an access services-related environment; strong public service orientation; and superior interpersonal and communication skills. Health science library experience and/or a science background is not required. Salary range is $28,000-$34,000 depending on level of appointment. Review of applications will begin January 1 ‚ 1992, and will continue until the position is filled. Interviews will be conducted at ALA Midwinter in San Antonio. Send letter of application, resume, and names of three professional references to: Office of Human Resources, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX 78284-7972. UTHSCSA is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

HEAD, ASIAN LIBRARY. Reporting to the Director of Area Studies, the incumbent is responsible for the administration of the Asian Library. This includes: the supervision of acquisition and cataloging of books and serials in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean; administration of the materials budget and operations budget; provision of reference service to students and faculty engaged in research in the area; carrying out other administrative tasks such as grant-writing, supervision of circulation activities, student workers, and other duties as required. The incumbent is also responsible for the general direction of the South and West Asian collection, which is administered by the South and West Asian Librarian. Department: The Asian Library is part of the Library’s Area Studies Unit and part of the General Services Faculty. The Asian Library consists of the East Asian Division and the South and West Asian Division. The staff comprises 4 FTE librarians, 5.75 FTE support staff, and student workers. The Asian collection contains over 260,000 volumes, including Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Indie, Arabic, Hebrew, Persian, and Indonesian. Qualifications: Required: MLS from an ALA-accredited library school or an equivalent; working knowledge of Chinese or Japanese; three years' experience in an East Asian studies research library; demonstrated English-language communication skills; ability to work effectively with a research-oriented faculty and student body; ability to work in a collegial environment; administrative experience; ability to meet university requirements for promotion and tenure. Preferred: advanced degree or strong academic background in Asian studies: working knowledge of a second East Asian language (Chinese, Japanese, Korean); experience in East Asian collection development; experience in administering an Asian Studies Library. Salary & Rank: Salary $35,000 upward, depending on qualifications, experience, and appointment rank. Appointment at Associate or Full Professor. Librarians are faculty and must demonstrate excellence in librarianship, research, publication, and university/professional/community service in order to meet university standards for tenure and promotion. Application: Send letter of application and complete resume with the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of five references to: Allen G. Dries, Library Personnel Manager, University of Illinois Library (U-C), 1408 West Gregory Drive, Urbana, IL 61801. Phone (217) 333-5494. Deadline: February 1 ‚ 1992. The University of Illinois is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

HEAD OF CATALOGING, Nimitz Library, U.S. Naval Academy, a medium-sized academic library with fifty-one staff positions. Manages a department of two professionals and six support staff engaged in original cataloging, database maintenance, authority work, and materials processing. Catalogs complex and original materials, solves cataloging problems, and establishes policies and procedures. Member of Library’s Administrative Group. Required Qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited program, or its equivalent in training and experience; at least two years of cataloging experience; expertise with MARC formats, familiarity with OCLC or other bibliographic utilities, and with local automated systems; thorough and current knowledge of authority control, AACR2, and LC classification; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; energy, flexibility, creativity, and ability to work effectively in a complex and dynamic organization. Preferred: Increasingly responsible experience, including supervisory experience, in an academic library cataloging department; knowledge of foreign languages. Environment: The Naval Academy, located in beautiful Annapolis, 30 miles from Washington and 25 from Baltimore, is the undergraduate college of the U.S. Navy. It offers a core curriculum and 18 major fields to 4500 undergraduate men and women; half the faculty of 650 are civilians, almost all of whom hold the Ph.D. Salary Range: $37,294-$48,481. Review of applications will begin January 20,1992, and will continue until the position is filled. Send application letter, resume (or SF 171), and names, addresses, and phone numbers of 3 references to: Richard Hume Werking, Librarian and Associate Dean, Nimitz Library, U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD 21402. AA/EEO employer.

HEAD OF INTERLIBRARY LOAN. The University of Arkansas is seeking a dynamic and energetic public service librarian to manage an active OCLC-based interlibrary loan department. Reporting to the Head of Public Services, the Head of Interlibrary Loan is responsible for the personnel management of eight FTE employees; coordination of borrowing and lending activities with state, regional, and national networks and cooperatives as well as with branch libraries; assistance with planning and implementation of an integrated automated system; and control of deposit accounts with various institutions. Position requires an ALA-accredited MLS, excellent communication skills, ability to work effectively with colleagues, and a diverse clientele, relevant academic library experience, substantial experience with OCLC/ILL Subsystem and other document delivery resources, demonstrated successful supervisory experience, and a knowledge of technologies related to document access.Salary and rank will depend upon qualifications; range is $21,000 to $24,000. Twelve-month, tenure-track, TIAA/ CREF, twenty-two days' annual leave, tuition, and other benefits. The University of Arkansas is a land-grant university and the major academic research institution in the state, offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional opportunities. Fayetteville (population 42,000) offers many recreational and cultural opportunities associated with natural beauty and a university community. Send letter of application, resume, and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three current references to: John A. Harrison, Director of Libraries, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR 72701-1201. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Applicants must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States.

HEAD LIBRARIAN/DIRECTOR. Kentucky Wesleyan College, a small, selective church-related liberal arts college, seeks candidates for the position of Head Librarian/Director of the Library Learning Center, who is responsible for overall administration of the library, with active participation in bibliographic instruction and reference service. Starting date is July 1 ‚ 1992, or earlier. The appointment, at the assistant or associate professorial level will be a twelve-month, tenure-track appointment, with excellent fringe benefits. Salary: Mid-$20s to mid-$30s. Candidates should have a minimum of four years of college library experience, including some administrative duties and an understanding of contemporary library technology. They must hold a master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited library school. Candidates are requested to forward their resumes, transcripts, and three letters of reference to: Ray Purdom, Academic Dean, Kentucky Wesleyan College, Owensboro, KY, 42302-1039. Review of applications begins January 30, 1992. EOE

LIBRARIAN. Hollins College is seeking a Librarian to supervise the operations of a primarily undergraduate college library with archives, special collections, A-V, and music library. The Librarian will lead the library in the process of automation. MS in LS/ALA with varied experience in library services is required. Hollins College is primarily an undergraduate liberal arts college for women with graduate programs in English/creative writing, psychology, and liberal studies. The position is available on July 1 ‚ 1992. Interviews will continue until the position is filled. Applications with CV and 3 references may be sent to Bridget Puzon, Chair of Library Search, P.O. Box 9706, Hollins College, Roanoke, VA 24020. Hollins College is an equal opportunity employer.

LIBRARY GRADUATE ASSISTANTS FOR 1992 ACADEMIC YEAR. Mankato State University Library is seeking individuals who possess either an MLS or MA in Library Science and who wish to work on a subject master's degree while gaining valuable professional experience in an academic library. MSU offers master’s degrees in over 60 academic disciplines. Graduate assistantships are internships in the discipline—in this case, two disciplines—library science and the subject discipline of your choice. Graduate assistants supervise student workers and perform other professional services in the public and technical services of the Library. Public service positions include reference, government publications, online database searching, interlibrary loan, educational resource center, media production, circulation, maps, periodicals, and bibliographic instruction. Positions in the technical services include acquisitions, cataloging, and library research. Successful candidates must show evidence of demonstrable working experience in one of the areas listed. A full assistantship averages 20 hours of work and pays at least $163 per week for 34 weeks of the academic year. Eleven-month assistanships are also available with additional compensation. Additionally, graduate assistants qualify for in-state tuition and for at least one-half tuition remission of 6 to 12 graduate credits per quarter during the academic year. Mankato State University Library, a dynamic information center for 16,000 students and area users, has a staff of 25 librarians, 24 classified staff, 20 graduate assistants, and over 150 student workers. Memorial Library is home of the PALS total library system, a nationally known integrated library system featuring an online catalog, a circulation system, an interlibrary loan module, a serials control system, an acquisition system, and external files such as ERIC, which are available online. A letter of application outlining your experiences in an academic library, your resume, and the names and telephone numbers of three current references should be sent to: Thomas M. Peischl, Dean of the Library, Mankato State University, MSU Box 19 ‚ P.O. Box 8400, Mankato, MN 56002-8400; telephone (507)389- 5953. Applications from minorities are encouraged; Mankato State University is an equal opportunity university and employer.

LIBRARY SCIENCE FACULTY POSITIONS, Wayne State University. The Wayne State University Library Science Program is recruiting for four full-time, tenure-track faculty members at the rank of Assistant Professor, Assistant/Associate Professor, and Professor, to begin Fall 1992. Qualifications include: MLS degree from an ALA-accredited library school, or equivalent degree. Ph-D, or the equivalent (ABD considered for appointment as Instructor). Proven teaching skills, research record and publication record appropriate to faculty rank. Wayne State University is a major urban research institution in the attractive cultural center of Detroit on a beautiful campus with over 34,000 students. The Library Science Program has a graduate student enrollment of over 400. Excellent fringe benefits. Salaries competitive. Applications or nominations received by January 1 ‚ 1992, will receive first consideration. Positions will remain open until filled. Applications should include a current, signed resume with the names and addresses of at least three (3) references. Inquiries for full information and applications should be addressed to: Phyllis J. Van Orden, Professor and Chair, Search Committee, Wayne State University, Library Science Program, 106 Kresge Library, Detroit, Ml 48202, (313) 577-1825. Wayne State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

MICROCOMPUTER SYSTEMS LIBRARIAN. The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio seeks a skilled and service-oriented librarian to serve as Microcomputer Systems Librarian with responsibility for providing technical support for a CD PLUS Novell network to be implemented in 1992 and to serve as the administrator of various Library microcomputer networks including staff and public LANS. Reporting to the Associate Director for Systems, the Microcomputer Systems Librarian should possess technical expertise in computer hardware and software, electronic mail systems, system administration and management. The highly automated Briscoe Library serves the five schools of the Health Science Center as well as health care professionals in Bexar County and South Texas and is located in the scenic hill country area of the state. Requirements include an ALA-accredited master’s degree in library science; experience with microcomputers and networks such as Novell and Appleshare; and good interpersonal and communication skills. Salary range is $25,000-$32,000 depending on level of appointment. Review of applications will begin January 1, 1992 and will continue until the position is filled. Interviews will be conducted at ALA Midwinter in San Antonio. Send letter of application, resume, and names of three professional references to: Office of Human Resources,The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX,78284-7972. UTHSCSA is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

PRESERVATION LIBRARIAN, State University of New York at Stony Brook. Reports to Assistant Director of Libraries for Collection Management and Development and works closely with subject bibliographers and other staff throughout the library system. Supervises a preservation staff who perform in-house binding, repair, restoration, etc. of library materials; coordinates in-house physical treatment taking place in other departments. Develops, implements, and coordinates policies, procedures, standards, and educational programs relating to the care and preservation of materials for a research collection that exceeds a million volumes. Advises on and monitors budget and expenditures of operating and special appropriations. Monitors and advises on contracts for all commercially performed preservation activities. Publicizes and promotes preservation awareness to library staff, patrons and scholarly community through planning and coordinating exhibits, preparing instructional manuals, guides, leaflets, and posters, and presenting workshops and orientations. Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS and demonstrated knowledge of preservation of library materials are required. Administrative and research library experience preferred. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and certification in preservation are desirable. Salary and rank commensurate with qualifications; minimum Assistant Librarian salary: $26,500. Twelve-month faculty status, tenure-track appointment, generous benefits. In order to qualify for tenure and higher academic ranks, Library faculty are expected to satisfy criteria including contributing to the advancement of the profession and performing university sen/ices as well as fulfilling specific library assignments. Send resume and names of three references to Judith Kaufman, Personnel and Development Librarian, Main Library, SUNY at Stony Brook, Stony Brook, NY 11794-3300. Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled, but those received by January 6,1992, will be given first consideration. SUNY at Stony Brook is an affirmative action, equal opportunity educator and employer

PUBLIC SERVICES CHAIR. Manages public services (reference, circulation, reserve/media, stacks, copy center, and ILL) with a staff of 25 FTE. Serves as a member of the library management team and is actively involved in planning and policy-making. Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS. Minimum of 4 years of supervisory experience in public services. Strong management, analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills. Superior interpersonal communication and writing abilities, combined with flexibility and initiative. Knowledge of Innovative Interfaces integrated library system software and microcomputer applications highly desirable. Salary and benefits: $40,000+ DOQ, tenure-track, TIAA/CREF, 24 days' annual leave. Send letter of application, resume, and three references to: Jan Boyer, University Library, University of Nebraska at Omaha, Omaha, NE 68182-0237. Review of applications will begin January 15, 1992. AA/EOE

PUBLIC SERVICES OPENINGS (2 openings). The Moody Medical Library of the University of Texas Medical Branch invites applicants for: (1) a full-time clinical librarian and (2) a full-time reference librarian. Responsibilities for both positions include assisting clients in securing needed information by providing reference/online services and participating in library educational programs. The clinical librarian will assist clients in clinical departments. Required (both positions): ALA-accredited master’s degree and one of the following: undergraduate science degree; work experience, preferably in an academic health sciences or hospital library; microcomputer/online search skills. Minimum salary: $25,600 (both positions). Available immediately and applications will be accepted until position is filled. Send application, resume, and names of 3 professional references to: Larry J. Wygant, Associate Director for Public Services, Moody Medical Library, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas 77550-2782. UTMB is an equal opportunity m/f/h/v affirmative action employer. UTMB hires only individuals authorized to work in the United States.

REFERENCE LIBRARIAN, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, S. Samuel Gottesman Library. Under the direction of the Head of Reference, the incumbent, along with other members of the reference team, will be responsible for: general reference desk duties, mediated NLM and BRS searching, training in the use of CD-ROMs, OPAC, and other user-friendly systems, participation in orientations and instructional programs, exhibits, and other projects as assigned. Qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited program. Course work or 1-2 years’ experience in a health science or academic library setting is preferred. Experience with microcomputers and mediated searching essential. Undergraduate or graduate degree in the sciences desirable. Excellent written and verbal communications skills needed along with a strong commitment to service. 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 along with the Moπteflore Medical Center Library has installed the LIS integrated Library Information System with miniMEDLINE. Various CD-ROM products are in use. A new campus network will interface with library databases. The library 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 New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut suburbs. Parking is available. Salary from $27,000. Faculty status, 22 days’ vacation, excellent benefits. Applications received by November 30, 1991, will be given first consideration. Send resume and 3 references to: Judie Malamud, Director, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, D. Samuel Gottesman Library, Jack and Pearl Resnick Campus, 1300 Morris Park Ave., Bronx, NY 10461. An equal opportunity employer.

SCIENCE LIBRARIAN. Mount Holyoke College seeks an energetic and imaginative individual to fill a challenging new position. The library has just completed a major renovation and expansion of its facilities and in the process has consolidated five departmental science collections in a new addition. We now wish aggressively to strengthen our reference services to the students and faculty in the sciences and to embark on a review of the collections. The successful candidate is expected to work collaboratively with our existing four-person reference department in sharing general reference desk duties, class instruction, and orientation sessions. Mount Holyoke is a member of Five Colleges, Inc., (Amherst, Hampshire, Smith Colleges and the University of Massachusetts) located in the culturally dynamic Pioneer Valley of western Massachusetts. The five libraries are members of OCLC and have jointly developed an automated library system encompassing a shared database for an online catalog and automated circulation system. Qualifications: An ALA-accredited master’s degree in library science; substantial knowledge of information and resources in the sciences; and experience in online database searching; experience in academic science libraries, including public services; and good oral and written communication skills. Position open immediately. Review of candidates will begin December 15, 1991, and continue until the position is filled. We offer excellent benefits and competitive salary commensurate with experience. Send resume to: Sandra MacFadyen, Human Resources Department, Mount Holyoke College, South Hadley, MA 01075. We are strongly committed to a program of equal opportunity employment and actively seek applications from women and minorities.

SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY LIBRARIAN needed to assume responsibility for developing and maintaining the libraries’ collections in the biomedical and veterinary sciences. Responsibilities will include serving as liaison to faculty, students, administrators, and donors in the biomedical and veterinary fields; policy-making for and supervision of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital Branch Library; online and CD-ROM databases searching; library instruction; and serving on the science reference desk. Entry level, tenure-track position requiring ALA-accredited MLS. Minimum salary: $24,000. Submit letter of application, resume, and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: Ten Switzer, Personnel Librarian, Colorado State University Libraries, Fort Collins, CO 80523 by February 15, 1992. Colorado State University is located 60 miles north of Denver in Fort Collins at the foot of the Rockies. It is a progressive, dynamic research university encouraging applications from members of ethnic minorities. An equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

SERIALS CATALOGER, Assistant Professor (tenure-lead- ing). Serials Department, starting May 1, 1992. Perform original cataloging for new and successive print and nonprint serials. Participate in a retrospective conversion project, using OCLC. Provide library assistants with information requiring professional expertise. Revise work of library assistants as required. Required: MLS from an ALA-accredited library school; ability to work independently. Preferred: OCLC cataloging experience using the USMARC serials format; one or more foreign languages; experience with cataloging in an integrated library system environment. $23,300 minimum for a 12-month contract. Salary may be higher depending upon the qualifications of the successful applicant. Apply with full resume plus names and current addresses/telephone numbers of three references by January 15, 1992 to: Kent Hendrickson, 106 Love Library, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, Nebraska 68588-0410. Affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

SOCIAL SCIENCES HUMANITIES HEAD. Responsibilities include organization, supervision, evaluation, and training of department personnel consisting of eight professionals and two parapro- fessionals; management of departmental budget allocations, communication within the department, the division, and the Libraries; and participation in all department activities including library instruction, collection development, reference service, and online and CD- ROM database searching. ALA-accredited MLS with a minimum of 5 years of professional experience required and a minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience preferred. Tenure-track position with salary competitive and commensurate with experience. Colorado State University is located at the foot of the Rockies, 60 miles north of Denver. It is a progressive, dynamic research university encouraging members of ethnic minorities to apply. Send letter of application, resume, and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: Teri Switzer, Personnel Librarian, Colorado State University Libraries, Fort Collins, CO 80523. Application deadline is February 15,1992, or until filled. An EO/AA employer.

TECHNICAL SERVICES LIBRARIAN (temporary). The A. Mercer Daniel Law Library, Howard University, seeks a technical services librarian. Required: an MLS from an ALA-accredited school; knowledge of OCLC, AACR2, LC classification and LCSH; good organizational skills; excellent oral and written communications skills. Desired: Previous work in an academic or law library; familiarity with archival preservation; knowledge of WordPerfect or Microsoft Word. Duties: Developing, organizing, and processing the library’s special collection, including preparing users' guides and cataloging and classifying monographs and other library resources. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. To apply: Send a letter of application, resume, and the names of three references to: Ruth J. Hill, Acting Director, A. Mercer Daniel Law Library, Howard University, 2900 Van Ness St., N.W., Washington, DC 20008. EOE

TECHNICAL SERVICES/AUTOMATION LIBRARIAN, Cornell University, N.Y. State Agricultural Experiment Station Library. The Cornell University Library at the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station in Geneva, New York, is seeking a Technical Services and Database Management Librarian. The Library supports the research and extension programs of the faculty of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at the Geneva campus. The Experiment Station is a world leader in applied agricultural research and is situated at the northern end of Seneca Lake in the Finger Lakes region of New York State. Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Station Librarian is responsible for the technical services, database management and the new information technology systems, including: developing and maintaining the public access online catalog of the records for the Geneva Library’s holdings and its integration into the Cornell library online catalog (NOTIS); coordinating and maintaining the new information technology systems and databases (telecommunications, hardware, and software) in concert with the other Cornell libraries; overseeing the retrospective conversion project of the Geneva Library records into MARC format for the online catalog; aquiring and cataling library materials; and participating in the public services aspects of the library. Qualifications: MLS or equivalent graduate degree; excellent knowledge of AACR2, LC classification schedules, subject headings, personal computers, and software applications for library procedures required. Minimum 1-2 years experience with automated cataloging systems, preferably NOTIS and/or RLIN. Some facility with a mainframe computer environment desirable. Subject background or interest in agriculture or biological sciences, information retrieval systems, relational databases, and knowledge of one or more foreign languages preferred. Good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated organizational skills. Expected Salary Range: $23,300-$27,000. Closing Date: December 15, 1991, but applications will be accepted until position is filled. Apply to: Ann Dyckman, Director of Personnel, 201 Olin Library, Cornell University Library, Ithaca, NY 14853-5301. Please send cover letter, resume, list of three references (with names, addresses, and telephone numbers). Cornell University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

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UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN AND DIRECTOR OF MEDIA SERVICES.Humboldt State University, located in the coastal redwoods of northern California, is part of the 20-campus California State University, offering its 7,200 students undergraduate degrees in 46 majors and master's degrees in 15 majors. The Library contains over 400,000 volumes, plus over one million other items including California and U.S. depository collections. The Media Center is located within the Library. Total FTE staff is 42.7, including 11 library faculty. The University Librarian provides direction and dynamic leadership to the Library and Media Services as the administrative head of the Library. The position is responsible for formulating and implementing library and media policies; planning, organizing, and directing all library functions; and integrating library and media services with the instructional programs. The University Librarian reports directly to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and is a member of the Council of Deans and the Academic Resources Allocation Committee. Applicants should have a record of achievement appropriate to a senior administrative appointment, including demonstrated evidence of creativity, leadership, and organizational skills. Specifically sought is a record showing excellent verbal and written communication skills; a strong service orientation; the ability to work cooperatively and effectively with all levels of the administrative hierarchy; a broad base of knowledge in library technology, including familiarity with developments and trends as well as practical experience with library automation, relevant electronic information delivery systems and telecommunications; substantial experience with budgetary development and administration in a complex management environment; involvement with professional organizations; awareness of current issues in higher education; and finally, the ability to use all of the above skills and knowledge to develop, articulate, and realize an innovative vision for the future of the Library. Candidates whose characteristics and qualifications also suit them to prepare individuals to function in a culturally and ethnically diverse society are especially encouraged to apply. Minimum qualifications are an ALA-accredited MLS or foreign equivalent library degree and five years academic library experience. Minimum salary is $72,000, depending on qualifications. Appointment will be effective on or before August 1, 1992. Please submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and the names and telephone numbers of three references by February 17, 1992, to: Chair, University Librarian Search Committee, Office for Academic Affairs, Humboldt State University, Areata, CA 95521. All rights associated with the position are governed by the Management Personnel Plan adopted by the CSU Board of Trustees. Humboldt State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, Title IX employer. Applications from women and minority persons are encouraged.

SERIALS LIBRARIANto coordinate serials automation. Responsible for collection development activities related to serials collection. Assist in reference services, bibliographic instruction, general collection development. Participate in collegial governance and campus professional activities. Requires accredited MLS, second master’s preferred (required for tenure); significant experience in serials automation, preferably with SC350 system; knowledge of LAN and microcomputer applications highly desirable; minimum two years professional experience, preferably in academic/research setting. Salary: $29,000/academic year. Assistant professor rank. Begin April 15,1992. Applications must be received by February3,1992. Send to: Karin Sandvik, Chair, Murphy Library, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, La Crosse, WI 54601. Alphabetical list of nominees and applicants, without differentiation, may be released following closing date. Women, minorities encouraged to apply. AA/EOE.

HUMANITIES BIBLIOGRAPHER,(search reopened). Administer development of humanities and special collections. Subject areas covered: art, English and American literature, music, performing arts, philosophy and religion, Western European languages and literatures, world history and Near Eastern studies. Oversee and evaluate nine selectors with public service responsibilities and curator of Special Collections. Serve on Collection Development Committee and guide formulation of policy, retrospective selection, and collection evaluation for the humanities. ALA-accredited MLS and wide range of knowledge of and interest in the humanities and bibliography required; advanced degree preferred. Second master’s required for tenure. Significant experience as selector in a university library required; knowledge of preservation and experience in fundraising and program development highly desirable. Also requires: an understanding of academic research needs and the nature of scholarly publishing, demonstrated ability to provide leadership, exercise independent judgment and communicate effectively with faculty; reading knowledge of two or more European languages, preferably including French. Faculty status, excellent benefits package. Salary commensurate with experience and background, minimum $40,000. To ensure consideration, send resume and letter of application, including the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references by January 31, 1992, to: Alice Deich, Personnel Manager, New York University Libraries, 70 Washington Square South, New York, NY 10012. NYU encourages application from women and members of minority groups.

ASSISTANT SERIALS LIBRARIAN.Under the general direction of Head of Serials, assists with the overall management of department of 15 FTE staff and materials budget of $1.5 million. Department responsible for ordering, receiving, payment, inhouse and commercial binding. Directly responsible for managing one or more areas of activity and supervising staff in those areas. Requires an ALA- accredited Master’s degree. Knowledge of serials and supervisory experience strongly preferred. Familiarity with automated serials control systems desirable. Excellent communication skills and ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff essential. $21,000 minimum salary depending on qualifications. Excellent benefits package including choice of retirement programs. The University of Houston Libraries holdings exceed 1.6 million volumes, with a materials budget of $2.6 million, and a total staff of 200. The library is a member of ARL. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is appointed. Send letter of application, names of 3 references, and resume to: Dana Rooks, Assistant Director for Administration, University of Houston Libraries, Houston, TX 77204-2091. Equal Opportunity Employer.

ACCESS SERVICES.The Chair of Access Services provides leadership and vision in the development of the department and the library, and is responsible for the overall quality of services. Reports to the Dean of Library Services and is a member of the Library’s administrative cabinet; administers and supervises: Circulation, Reserve, Interlibrary Loan, Microfilm Room, Listening Room, and Stack Maintenance; monitors department’s and units’ budgets; oversees all aspects of personnel management for the department; with unit heads, develops departmental goals and objectives and plans for the implementation and evaluation of services; serves as subject bibliographer in a discipline of expertise; in addition, may also participate in other public service activity as time and need dictate; works with other chairs, library committees, and coordinators to coordinate the interface of personnel, functions, activities, etc. Qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited library school; substantial experience in public services in an academic library; previous supervisory experience; a basic understanding of library automation systems as applied to the various aspects of access; ability to communicate effectively, orally, and in writing; ability to work productively with diverse groups in an urban academic setting. Salary $28,000 to $30,000. Twelve-month appointment at the Assistant or Associate Librarian rank, dependent on qualifications and previous experience. Librarians at the University of New Orleans are tenurable academic appointees, enjoying full faculty status and responsibilities, including teaching, research, and service. Benefits include 21 days vacation, 12 days sick leave per year. Participation in a retirement plan is required; optional group insurance and health maintenance plans are available. Only the Medicare portion ofSocial Security taxes is required. Available April 1,1992. Send letter of application with resume and the names and addresses of 3 references to: Lynn M. Accardo, Assistant to the Dean, Earl K Long Library, University of New Orleans, New Orleans, LA 70148. Applications received by January 15,1992 will be given first consideration. The University of New Orleans is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

CATALOGER, TECHNICAL SERVICES HEAD,to manage acquisitions and catalog departments in a newly automated (DRA system) four-year college library. Duties include all technical services operations: search, order, catalog; original cataloging; serials; preparation. Occasional reference duty. Salary from $30,000 depending on qualifications and experience. Position opens July 1992. Minimum requirements: ALA-accredited MLS; 4- years professional technical services experience, including cataloging with OCLC and AACR2; 2 years supervisory responsibility; original cataloging skills; work in library automation, with DRA experience desirable; good interpersonal relations and communication skills. Faculty position, 12-month contract, 30 days vacation, excellent fringe benefits, possibility of campus housing. Send resume, letter of application, and names of three references to: James E. Gaines, Jr., Head Librarian, Virginia Military Institute, Lexington, VA24450. Screening date is January 15,1992, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. AA/EEO Employer.

SOCIAL SCIENCES REFERENCE LIBRARIAN/BIBLIOGRAPHERResponsible for the library’s collection development in Mexican-American Studies, Anthropology, and selected Social Science disciplines. Provides service at information desk, including some weekend and evening hours. Participates in an active program of library instruction and electronic information services in the disciplines of selection responsibility. Requires an ALA- accredited Master’s degree. Knowledge of Mexican-American Studies highly desirable. Excellent communication skills and strong service orientation essential. $21,000 minimum salary depending on qualifications. Excellent benefits package including choice of retirement programs. The University of Houston Libraries holdings exceed 1.6 million volumes, with a materials budget of $2.6 million, and a total staff of 200. The library is a member of ARL. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is appointed. Send letter of application, names of 3 references, and resume to: Dana Rooks, Assistant Director for Administration, University of Houston Libraries, Houston, TX 77204-2091. Equal Opportunity Employer.

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, Hamon Arts Library, Southern Methodist University, is responsible for budget, personnel management and evaluation, operations and services, equipment and facilities; reports to the Director, Central University Libraries. Required: ALA-accredited MLS, experience in libraiy administration, library automation, fundraising. Desirable: Master's in Music or Fine Arts, knowledge of foreign languages. Salary $30,000- $38,528. Strong benefits package includes TIAA/CREF, group insurance, medical/dental options. Letter of application with resume should be sent by Januaiy 31,1992, to: Maureen Pastine, Director, Central University Libraries, Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX 75275. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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