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BOOKS BOUGHT AND SOLD
USED SCI-TECH BOOKS PURCHASED.Physics, math, all engineering, electricity, and electronics, skilled trades, antiquarian tech. Sorry, no serials or life sciences. Quality older editions, duplicates, unneeded gifts, superseded titles always sought. Ex library OK. No quantities too great; will travel when appropriate. For more information please contact: Collier Brown or Kirsten Berg at Powell’s Technical Bookstore, 33 NW Park Ave., Portland. OR 97209; phone: (800) 225-6911; fax: (503) 228-0505; e-mail to: kirsten@ technical.powells.com.
POSITIONS OPEN
ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN FOR PUBLIC SERVICES.Knox College, a private liberal arts college in western Illinois, seeks a professional librarian to fill the position of assistant librarian for public services. The assistant librarian for public services directs all circulation processes through the definition and implementation of circulation policies; manages all serials-related processes and all external document delivery and ILL services; supervises 2.1 FTE support staff in addition to student staff; and serves as a member of the reference and library instruction team. The assistant librarian will work with the circulation, reserve book room, and serials modules of an Ameritech Horizon system. We seek a service-oriented candidate with an ALA-accred- ited MLS able to continuously refine and coordinate document delivery, circulation, reserve, and serials services reinforcing and furthering Knox’s academic mission. The successful candidate will demonstrate familiarity with OCLC and integrated library systems along with strong leadership, communication, and team skills, and be able to work a flexible schedule including some evening and weekend hours. Knox College’s Seymour Library (http://wwwlib.knox.edu) employs a staff of 13 FTE and houses 275,000 volumes in an inviting early-20th century central library and in science and music branch libraries. Please send letter of application, resume, and names of three references to: Jeffrey Douglas, Director of the Library, Box K- 127, Knox College, Galesburg, IL 61401. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Initial interviews at ALA may be arranged. In keeping with its 160-year commitment to equal rights, Knox College particularly welcomes applications from members of underrepresented groups. Knox College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation or affectional preference, age, marital status, disability, or other irrelevant factors in admission, financial aid, employment, athletics, or any of its educational policies and programs.
CATALOGING ASSOCIATE LIBRARIAN, ORIGINAL CATALOGING.University of Michigan. This professional position reports to the Head, Original Cataloging, and serves in three modes: (1) Performs professional-level cataloging of monographic materials with the expertise required of such a function. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will specialize in access to and description of electronic materials, as well as cataloging of paper-based materials. (2) Working with the Digital Library Production Services (DLPS), performs full cataloging, provides text encoding initiative headers, and catalogs electronic texts, created under the auspices of the DLPS. Successful candidate will become expert with MARC and Text Encoding Initiative (TEI), as well as the crosswalks between the two. Will also assist in the development of structural metadata needed to accompany locally created texts. (3) Serves as one of several functional liaisons between the Monograph Cataloging Division and the DLPS. The successful candidate is expected to serve as an integrating agent, engaging both units and their staff in discussions to determine the extent of cooperation needed between Monograph Cataloging and DLPS, as well as notify Monograph Cataloging of matters of mutual interest in a timely manner. Qualifications: Required: ALA-accred¡ted MLS. Working knowledge of at least two non-English western European languages. Minimum three years professional cataloging experience. Previous professional-level electronic cataloging experience is essential, particularly with the following: TEI, SGML, OCLC. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to make decisions and exercise good judgment. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with culturally diverse faculty, students, and staff. Desired: Previous supervisory or training experience and a knowledge of NOTIS and NACO are desirable. Rank, salary, and leave: Rank of Associate Librarian. Final salary dependent on years of previous relevant professional experience. Minimum salary: $33,000; 24 working days of vacation a year; 15 days of sick leave a year with provisions for extended benefits. To apply: Send cover letter and copy of resume to: Lucy Cohen, Library Human Resources, 404 Hatcher North, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Ml 48109-1205. Application deadline: Applications received by August 15, 1998, will be given first consideration. The University of Michigan is a nondiscriminatory, affirmative action employer.
COLLECTION COORDINATORS.LSU Libraries. Three new Collection Coordinators (Assistant or Associate Librarian rank, tenure-track positions) in Humanities, Science/Technology, and Social Science are open due to reorganization of collection development administration in the LSU Libraries. These coordinators will work with the Head, Collection Development, to help to reshape collection operations. Coordinators will work to develop and promote traditional and innovative collection services within the library and on campus. Coordinators will supervise other library subject selectors, who have 40 per cent collection development responsibilities, The coordinators will report to the collection development head for 80 percent of assigned duties and to the head of Reference Services for the remaining 20 percent. Responsibilities include: collecting in and managing subject collections in all formats; supervising, training, and mentoring liaisons, outreach and instruction activities; coordinating development of World-Wide-Web based resources for research guides; facilitating communication with the campus community about library services and collection issues; allocating and managing funds in relevant disciplines; planning, implementing, evaluating projects to improve management of approval plans, journal costs, and budgets; providing general and subject-specific reference and instruction (20 percent). Qualifications: Required: MLS degree from an ALA accredited university. Five to seven years experience in positions of increasing responsibility at an academic or research library; degree or substantive experience in relevant subjects: Science/Technology Collection Coordinator—life sciences, physical sciences, agriculture, etc., for Ref. #001755; Social Sciences Collection Coordinator—history, sociology, geography, anthropology, education, political science, psychology, business-related courses, mass communication, or journalism, for Ref. #005307; Humanities Collection Coordinator—English and/or American Literature, linguistics, foreign languages, speech, theater, music, architecture, design, religion, philosophy, art, for Ref. #000841. Each position requires experience with print and electronic information resources; strong computer skills. Knowledge of major databases in subject field, electronic journals, scholarly literature, and publishing trends. Evidence of excellent communication and presentation skills. Demonstrable service orientation and understanding of library services in a research university. Ability to work colleg¡ally with all levels of users and staff and to fulfill faculty requirements for promotion and tenure. Some evening and weekend duty may be required. Preferred (or desirable): Professional or preprofessional collection development experience. Advanced degree in an appropriate subject area. Ability to create and maintain World Wide Web resources. Grant writing skills. Evidence of research or creative achievement, Salary and rank: Negotiable, commensurate with qualifications and experience; $35,000 minimum. To apply: Send letter of application and resume, with names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references, to: Caroline Wire, Collection Coordinators Search Committee, 295 Middleton Library, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803. Preference given to applications received by July 15, 1998.
COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT/REFERENCE LIBRARIAN (JAPANESE).Columbia University. C. V. Starr East Asian Library. This position has primary responsibility for collection management and reference services for the Japanese research and instructional collection, which contains over 235,000 volumes. Collection management responsibilities include selecting and deselecting material according to curricular and research needs of faculty and students; participation in making and evaluating collection development policies; implementing preservation and conservation policies; caring for rare books; and planning for future collection development programs in conjunction with systemwide policies, external networks, and consortia. The position also has primary reference service and bibliographic instruction responsibilities for Japanese studies. Qualifications are: An accredited MLS or master’s degree in East Asian studies; fluency in oral and written Japanese and good communications skills in English; up-to-date knowledge of traditional Japanese subject areas and recent developments in the social sciences; familiarity with reference tools and new bibliographic techniques; knowledge of RLIN and other online systems; knowledge of Internet resources and use; excellent organizational and interpersonal skills; and ability to work effectively with faculty and students. Salary ranges (which will increase July 1, 1998) are currently: Librarian I, $34,500- $43,125; Librarian II, $36,500-$49,275; Librarian III, $39,500-$59,250. Excellent benefits include assistance with university housing and tuition exemption for self and family. Send resume, listing names, addresses and phone numbers of three references, to: Jane Hunt, Recruitment Manager, Box 18 Butler Library, Columbia University, 535 W. 114th St., New York, NY 10027. Applications will be accepted until position is filled; applications received by August 31, 1998, will receive priority consideration. An affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.
EAST ASIAN CATALOG LIBRARIAN.The University Library System, University of Pittsburgh is seeking candidates for the following full-time position: East Asian Catalog Librarian, East Asian Library. Under the general direction of the Head, East Asian Library, the East Asian Catalog Librarian is responsible for coordinating operations of the East Asian cataloging team, including original and copy cataloging, database maintenance for East Asian records, and the training and supervision of the staff of the East Asian cataloging team. Manages, plans, and monitors the workflow; performs original and copy cataloging of Chinese-language materials in all formats; coordinates cataloging in other East Asian languages, such as Japanese and Korean. Required: ALA-accredited MLS (or recognized equivalent); strong commitment to service; excellent ability to read, write, and speak Chinese; strong interpersonal and communication skills in English; knowledge of East Asian studies as an academic discipline; knowledge of AACR2, LCRI, LC classification, LCSH, and USMARC formats; familiarity with OCLC or RLIN CJK system; knowledge of electronic databases and Internet resources; strong computer skills desirable: Knowledge of Japanese or Korean; second master’s degree in a subject related to East Asian studies; previous professional experience in an academic or research library; previous supervisory experience. Full position announcement available at: http:// www.pitt.edu/~gentz/eactl.html. Salary; $30,000. Comprehensive benefits package including 23 vacation days/year, BC/BS, TIAA/ CREF, and tuition assistance. To apply: Submit letter of application and resume with the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references to: William Gentz, Personnel Librarian, 271 Hillman Library, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15260. Applications received by July 30, 1998, will receive primary consideration; please specify position desired. For more information on the University Library System, visit our web site at: http://www.library.pitt.edu. The University Library System is an AA/EOE aggressively committed to increasing diversity in our workplace and strongly encourages applications from candidates who can contribute in this area.
EUROPEAN STUDIES COLLECTION SPECIALIST, HUMANITIES TEAM.University of Michigan. The European Studies Collection Specialist provides subject-specific service and collection support for campus scholars and students with information needs related to the languages, cultures, or histories of western Europe. The University of Michigan has established top-ranked academic programs in many of these areas, and the library maintains outstanding international collections in support of such scholarship. The rich print collections are increasingly bolstered by one of the world’s foremost digital text collections, with literary, philosophical, and historical corpora in English, German, and the Romance languages of Europe. Working in conjunction with the Humanities Team—and other library staff as appropriate—the successful candidate will develop library programs and services to advance campus scholarship related to the history and cultural traditions of Europe. The Specialist will provide in-depth reference service to students and researchers from campus departments with a focus on the history, languages, and cultures of western Europe. In addition to assuming direct responsibility for collection development in European history, the Specialist will coordinate the efforts of colleagues selecting belles letters and literary criticism in the Romance Languages as well as support efforts to acquire social- sc¡ence resources related to western Europe. The university library is committed to supporting collaborative working arrangements that conjoin subject, language, area, and format specialties to produce the best possible outcomes for users. Qualifications: Required: ALA- accredited MLS and two years research library experience; or relevant master's degree and minimum of five years research library or research archive work experience. Significant graduate study in an aspect of western European studies; or five years research library work experience with collection and service responsibility for western European studies. Reading knowledge of two or more western European languages (preference for French, Spanish, Italian, or German). Demonstrated collection development, reference, and instructional skills, including excellent oral and written communication skills. Familiarity with major European book vendors, current bibliographic tools in print and digital form, and core reference resources in the humanities and social sciences. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with culturally diverse faculty, students, and staff. Desired: Knowledge of HTML and experience in the development of WWW resources. Familiarity with structured electronic text and the use of textual analysis systems for the study of history and political philosophy. Ph.D. in history or an allied field with a focus on some aspect of western European studies. Knowledge of print and electronic tools and strategies for accessing archival resources in the United States and Europe. Rank, salary, and leave: Rank of Associate Librarian. Final salary dependent on years of previous relevant professional experience. Minimum salary: $33,000; 24 working days of vacation a year; 15 days of sick leave a year with provisions for extended benefits. To apply: Send cover letter and copy of resume to: Lucy Cohen, Library Human Resources, 404 Hatcher North, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Ml 48109-1205. Application deadline: Applications received by August 15, 1998, will be given first consideration. The University of Michigan is a nondiscrim¡natory, affirmative action employer.
HEAD LIBRARIAN.The Bard Graduate Center for Studies in the Decorative Arts. The Bard Graduate Center seeks a Head Librarian to support its master's and Ph.D. programs in the study of the decorative arts. The position will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the center’s library, including: Collection development and acquisitions, cataloging, electronic resource development, reference and bibliographic instruction services. Position supervises two professional staff members and several work-study students. The successful candidate will be actively involved in the center's research program. MLS required, with strong preference for additional advanced degree in a related field, such as art or design history, or the history of material culture. Three to five years of previous professional experience with staff management, budget development, and resource management. Please forward cover letter, CV and three references to: Theresa Vanyo, Bard Graduate Center, 18 W. 86th St., New York, NY 10024. AA/EOE.
HEAD OF ACCESS SERVICES.Position in the Robert Frost Library at Amherst College responsible for the supervision of the Circulation/ Interlibrary Loan Department. Duties will encompass participating in providing reference and online information assistance; and participating in the library’s liaison, orientation, and instruction programs. Minimum of five years post-MLS experience in public services, with demonstrated progressive supervisory responsibility, required. Must demonstrate a positive service attitude and be able to inspire it in other staff. Knowledge of online library databases and the WWW required; ability to plan and implement systems using current technology required; III and OCLC experience preferred. Must be able to work effectively with other staff and users of the library. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: Office of the Librarian of the College, Box 2256, Amherst College, Amherst, MA 01002-5000. A review of resumes will begin August 1, 1998, and the position will remain open until filled. Amherst College is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and encourages women, minorities, and disabled persons to apply.
INFORMATION SERVICES LIBRARIAN.St. Petersburg Junior College is seeking a professional librarian to work directly with students and faculty in identifying their information needs, and assisting them in locating, retrieving, and evaluating traditional and electronic resources. Will assist in development of services for distance learning students and in providing instruction in information competency. Master’s degree in library science or library and information science from an ALA-accredited program required. Candidates must have in- depth knowledge of electronic and traditional reference resources and trends; experience in online searching and Web pages and development and management, and excellent communication skills required. To apply: Request an employment application by e-mail: franqueiroh@email.spjc.cc.fl.us, fax: (813) 341-3223, or phone: (813) 341-3311, and return it with a cover letter and resume by July 10, 1998, to: Human Resources, St. Petersburg Junior College, 8580 66th St. N., Pinellas Park, FL 33781. EOE.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES/REFERENCE LIBRARIAN.Earlham College seeks candidates for full-time position responsible for the libraries’ computer technology, including management of electronic access services (online services and oversight of library’s web site) and CD-ROMs. Shares responsibilities for reference/bibliographic instruction services with four other librarians, including evening and weekend assignments. MLS from an ALA-accredited library school is required. Working knowledge of IBM-PC/Windows-compat- ¡ble hardware, software, peripherals, operating systems, and HTML required. Demonstrated ability to work well independently and collaboratively with others in a rapidly changing and demanding environment. Position available beginning August 15, 1998, starting date negotiable. Review of applications will begin July 6, 1998, and continue until position is filled. Send resume and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: Thomas G. Kirk, Jr., College Librarian, Earlham College, Richmond, IN 47374. Earlham College is affiliated with the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) and is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Applications from African Americans, other racial/ethnic minorities, women, and people sympathetic to Quaker values, including social justice, simplicity, and consensus decision making are encouraged. More information about Earlham, its libraries and this position is available at http://www.earlham.edu/~libr.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST/LIBRARIAN.Rutgers University Libraries, New Brunswick Libraries. We seek a dynamic librarian with knowledge and experience in information technologies relevant to an academic environment to work in a team setting in the development of innovative projects and sen/ices for students and faculty. Serves as a resource person for the Scholarly Communication Center (SCC); provides leadership and training in utilization of electronic tools such as authorware and computer-based instruction, HTML tools, expert systems, and digital library initiatives. Experience in Windows NT, and NT server, UNIX, CD-ROM technologies, and Internet protocols experience is desirable. ALA-accredited MLS required for a tenure-track appointment with minimum salary of $40,944, dependent upon experience and qualifications. The URL for the complete position profile may be found at http://scc01 .rutgers.edu/ SCCHOME/. Candidates applying no later than July 31, 1998, will receive first consideration. Submit resume, cover letter, and names of three referees to: Sandra Troy (APP 125), Libraries Personnel Officer, Rutgers University Libraries, 169 College Ave., New Brunswick, NJ 08901-1163; fax: (732) 932-7637; e-mail: stroy@rci.rutgers.edu. Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity.
MATHEMATICS LIBRARIAN.The University of Notre Dame Libraries is seeking an innovative, service-oriented, patron-focused individual to lead the Mathematics Library into the next century. Responsibilities: The Mathematics Librarian delivers responsive, innovative information services that are tailored to the needs of the university community working in mathematics. Serves as the reference, collection development, and information specialist for mathematics. Supervises the Branch Library Supervisor. Builds, maintains, and improves the services that the Mathematics Library offers via the Web as patron use patterns and computer technology change. Assists Physical Sciences Librarian with planning, implementing, and maintaining Web services for the sciences. Reports to the Physical Sciences Librarian. Qualifications: ALA-accredited master’s degree; significant academic background in mathematics; extensive knowledge of the application of new technologies and/or mark-up languages to the design and delivery of instructional programs and Web-based services. Commitment to mastering new technologies and to providing proactive service to actual and potential users of mathematics information. Creativity, initiative, and a willingness to reach beyond the boundaries of the traditional library are highly valued. Supervisory experience is desired. Environment: The library enjoys the enthusiastic support of 40 faculty, 38 graduate and 133 undergraduate students in the Mathematics Department. The Mathematics Library will be moving to a different building during the fiscal year 1999/2000. This provides an opportunity to help shape library service by participating in the renovation of an existing site and in the move of the library to that site. Salary and rank are open, based on qualifications and experience; minimum for entry level is $32,000. Librarians at Notre Dame are non-tenure-track members of the university faculty and have an excellent benefits package, including tuition remission for dependents. To apply, please send a letter, resume, and contact information for references to: Sherry Veith, Human Resources Representative, University of Notre Dame, 221 Hesburgh Library, Notre Dame, IN 46556. Applications accepted until position is filled. The University of Notre Dame is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer; women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
PERIODICALS/SPECIAL COLLECTIONS LIBRARIAN.Cornette Library, West Texas A&M University. Reports to Assistant University Librarian. Duties: Manages operation of Periodicals/Special Collections Unit. Builds, maintains, and evaluates library’s serials collection, archives, and special collections. Provides reference service and group instruction in accessing library’s collections and using printed and electronic indexes and Internet resources. Supervises two full-time paraprofess¡onals. Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS earned before appointment. Pre- or post-MLS experience providing reference service or library instruction, preferably in an academic library. Good verbal and written communication skills. Experience with microcomputers, printed and electronic indexes, Internet resources, and an automated library system (preferably DRA). Periodicals, special collections, or archives experience preferred. Interest in regional history a plus. Salary/benefits: $28,000 for 12 months. Employer contribution to insurance and retirement. Choice of pension or 403(b). Cornette library: Ample work space distinguishes 150,000 square foot building housing 360,000 volumes, 1,850 periodicals, and 650,000 government documents. Founding member of multitype Harrington Library Consortium, which provides automated system (DRA) to over 40 academic, public, school, and special libraries in 25 county service area. General information: WTAMU is located 15 miles south of Amarillo in Canyon, Texas, offering choice of small-town or city living, both inexpensive. Near Palo Duro Canyon. Only four hours from mountains of northern New Mexico. University has approximately 6,500 students, and offers 54 undergraduate and 30 graduate degree programs. Application deadline: Review of applications will begin August 3, 1998. Mail detailed letter of application, relating your education, experience, and career goals to the requisites of this position, and resume, including names of three references, with phone numbers, to: JoAnn Lowrance, Director, Personnel Services, West Texas A&M University, WTAMU Box 60999, Canyon, TX 79016-0001. WTAMU is an AA/EEO employer.
REFERENCE/PUBLIC SERVICES LIBRARIAN.The University Library System, University of Pittsburgh is seeking candidates for the following full-time position: Reference/Public Services Librarian, Graduate School of Public and International Affairs/Economics Library. Entry-level position to provide in-depth and ready reference service, library instruction and public services in a heavily used, dynamic library. Works effectively as a member of a small and busy team. Reports to Head, GSPIA/Economics Library. Scheduled hours: 12:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday (fall, spring, and summer terms). Supervises GSPIA/ Economics Library operations after 5:00 p.m. During the interim breaks will be scheduled regular business hours (8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Required: ALA-accredited MLS (or recognized equivalent). Demonstrated knowledge of library information services, emerging electronic information services, and their applications to libraries. Effective organizational, interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills. Experience in an academic library (or course work in academic librarianship) desirable. Full position announcement available at: http://www.pitt.edu/~gentz.gspia.html. Salary; $30,000. Comprehensive benefits package including 23 vacation days/year, BC/ BS, TIAA/CREF, and tuition assistance. To apply: Submit letter of application and resume with the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references to: William Gentz, Personnel Librarian, 271 Hillman Library, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15260. Applications received by July 30, 1998, will receive primary consideration; please specify position desired. For more information on the University Library System, visit our web site at: http:// www.library.pitt.edu. The University Library System is an AA/EOE aggressively committed to increasing diversity in our workplace and strongly encourages applications from candidates who can contribute in this area.
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS PROCESSING DEPARTMENT HEAD.Assistant or Associate Librarian Rank. The LSU Libraries’ Special Collections division seeks an experienced and energetic professional for the position of Head of the Special Collections Processing Department (Assistant or Associate Librarian rank). Position reports to the Assistant Dean of Libraries for Special Collections. The department is responsible for manuscripts processing, including physical processing, creation of finding aids and MARC records; processing of books, serials (including the ongoing work of the Louisiana Newspaper Project), and other published materials, including new acquisitions, transfers, and state depository documents; collaborating with off-site technical services staff to provide cataloging for books, serials, and other published materials for Special Collections. For more complete description of duties, write to address below or call (504) 388-2217. Also available at: http://lib.LSU.edu/lib/ jobs/index.html. Required qualifications: Master’s degree from a university with an ALA-accredited library school; experience with manuscripts processing and cataloging; knowledge of processing and cataloging of books, serials, and other published materials; supervisory experience; a minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in a special collections library or archives; evidence of excellent written and oral communication skills; and ability to fulfill promotion and tenure requirements, as evidenced by professional activities and publications. This is a tenure-track faculty position, and incumbent will be expected to fulfill university requirements for promotion and tenure. Preferred qualifications: Degree in history or another appropriate subject area; experience working with NOTIS software; experience with digitizing projects and knowledge of HTML and SGML; reading knowledge of French and/or Spanish. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience; $35,000 minimum. Appointment at rank of Assistant or Associate Librarian. Review of applications will begin August 31,1998, and continue until the position is filled. To apply, send letter of application, resume, and names, addresses, and telephone and fax numbers of three references to: Caroline Wire, Office of Dean of Libraries, 295 Middleton Library, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803.
TECHNICAL SERVICES/AUTOMATED SYSTEMS LIBRARIAN.St. Clair County Community College is accepting applications for a Technical Services/Automated Systems Librarian. Qualifications: Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited institution required; technical services experience including OCLC, MARC formats, AACR2; demonstrated experience with automated library systems, microcomputers, networks, and software; strong problem-solving, organizational, interpersonal, and written and oral communications skills; service-oriented attitude; demonstrated leadership qualities. Responsible for the overall development and maintenance of the Learning Resources Center’s print, audiovisual, and electronic resources; management of the library’s automated library system. Reference and bibliographic instruction duties. Apply with application, resume, unofficial transcripts, and letters of reference by July 27,1998; review of applications will begin August 1, 1998. Approximate start date: August 20, 1998. Requests for applications or inquiries and completed applications should be directed to: Office of Instructional Personnel, St. Clair County Community College, 323 Erie St., P.O. Box 5015, Port Huron, Ml 48061-5015; Phone: (810) 989-5543; fax: (810) 984-4730. St. Clair County Community College is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution.
Late Job Listings
RARE BOOK CATALOGING POSITION.The John Carter Brown Library at Brown University is seeking candidates for one temporary cataloging position. The library specializes in the collection of printed materials pertaining to the Americas, North and South, during the colonial period, 1493 to ca. 1830. This is a two-year, grant-funded position to catalog colonial Portuguese-language works. Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS degree or equivalent; two to three years of professional rare book cataloging experience using AACR2r, Descriptive Cataloging of Rare Books, LCSH, and MARC formats; familiarity with the RLIN cataloging system; reading knowledge of Portuguese. Salary range: $30,200-$33,000, based on experience. Send letter of application, resume, and names and addresses of three references to: Department of Human Resources, Brown University, Box 1879, Providence, RI 02912.
REFERENCE/INSTRUCTION LIBRARIAN.The Reference/Instruction Librarian develops, promotes and offers various user education programs in a variety of formats, including course-related and library-sponsored instruction sessions, tours, and written instruction guides. Assists with expanding the outreach program with faculty. Provides quality reference service one evening per week. Experience with various computer systems. Other responsibilities assigned. Qualifications: MLS degree required. Minimum of three years academic library experience preferred. Experience with various computer systems, Internet, and World Wide Web. Sincere interest in information literacy. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume, by August 1, 1998, to: Worchester Polytechnic Institute, Reference/Instruction Librarian Search Committee, Human Resources, Dept. CRL, 100 Institute Rd., Worcester, MA 01609-2280. You may fax your information to (508) 831-5715 or e-mail: human-resources@wpi.edu. No phone calls please. To enrich education through diversity, WPI is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.
DIRECTOR OF COLLECTION SERVICES.Wright State University Libraries, Dayton, Ohio. Wright State University seeks an experienced and energetic librarian to provide leadership and vision in the development and management of collections for the University Libraries (Paul Laurence Dunbar Library, Fordham Health Sciences Library, Music Library). Responsibilities: dministers Collection Development, Acquisitions, Bibliographic Control, Current Periodicals Service Desk, and Media Collection. Administers $2.7 million collections/access budget. Reports to the Associate Provost for Libraries and serves on the senior management council of four directors. Directly supervises two department heads and has overall responsibility for the work of two FT librarians, 13 FT and three PT support staff, several PT librarian subject team leaders and selectors, and student assistants. Responsible for policies and planning related to the development and evaluation of collections. Has overall responsibility for assuring faculty input into collection decisions. Actively guides and participates in cooperative collection efforts through statewide OhioLINK involvement and locally with seven affiliated hospital libraries. Serves as a member of the Libraries’ Development team, identifies grant opportunities and participates in Friends of the Libraries activities. Qualifications: Required: ALA-accredited MLS degree. At least five years of increasingly responsible professional experience in collection development or combination of acquisitions/collection development in college/university libraries. Demonstrated effectiveness in developing collections, administering budgets, and managing professional and support staff. Experience with print, audiovisual, and electronic resources and knowledge of digital library applications. Proven ability to promote cooperation and collaboration among library units. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Experience in vendor contract negotiations. Experience with integrated library systems. Thorough knowledge of technical services activities and trends. Strong record of leadership and achievement in the profession. Preferred: Technicalservices experience highly desirable, especially at the administrative level. Consortial experience in resource sharing and cooperative collection development. Additional advanced degree in a subject field. Record of grant proposal success. Environment: Wright State University is a charter member of OhioLINK, an advanced statewide information system. The University Libraries provide a scholarly information network, LIBNET (http://www.libraries.wright.edu), that integrates local, OhioLINK, and Internet resources. Wright State University, located 10 miles east of Dayton, Ohio, enrolls over 16,000 students and offers more than 100 undergraduate and 40 graduate/professional programs. With nearly a million people, the Dayton area offers diversity and a wide range of cultural and recreational activities. Salary: $46,300 (minimum). Benefits include 22 vacation days/year, 10 holidays, health and dental plan, state retirement system, tuition remission plan, and paid life and disability insurance. Application: Send letter of application, resume, and names of three current references to: Chris Watson, 126 Dunbar Library, Wright State University Libraries, Dayton, OH 45435 or e-mail: cwatson@library.wright.edu. First consideration will be given to applications received by July 17, 1998. Wright State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and affirmative action, and specifically encourages applications from members of under-represented groups.
DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY SERVICES.(Search Readvertised). Southern Connecticut State University. The Position: Southern Connecticut State University invites applications for the position of Director of Library Services. Under the direction of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Director provides leadership for the efficient and effective administration of all aspects of library services and operations. The Director is responsible for formulating policies and plans, and for monitoring and evaluating their implementation in the following areas: support for the academic curriculum; staff organization and development; physical plant; fiscal planning and management; development of external sources of funding for the library; bibliographical instruction; collection development; relations with faculty, students, administrators, alumni and the external community; cooperation with other libraries; and the application of current technologies to all appropriate functions of the library. Qualifications: Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited institution. Doctorate preferred. Six years of service in academic library administration with experiences in policy and planning, staff supervision, budgeting and library technologies. Ability to establish collegial working relations with library personnel, students, faculty, administrators, alumni, and the external community within a collective bargaining environment. Development experience a plus. These qualifications may be waived for individuals with appropriate alternative experiences. The University: SCSU is a comprehensive metropolitan public university. Located in historic New Haven, Southern affords access to cultural and educational advantages in one of the highly-rated living areas of the nation. Enrolling some 12,000 students, SCSU is one of four campuses of the Connecticut State University system. SCSU offers 48 undergraduate programs and 40 graduate programs at the master’s and sixth year professional level. The Process: Screening of candidates will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Current annual salary range for this SUOAF-AFSCME union position is $64,558-91,700. Range will increase on July 3,1998. Please see http://scsu.ctstateu.edu/ ~personnel/su_tblcontents.html for a copy of the current SUOAF-AFSCME contract. Applications should include a resume and a letter which includes a detailed description of your qualifications and experience for the position. Please also provide the names, addresses and telephone numbers of at least five references. Send applications to: Edward C. Harris, Dean, School of Communication, Information and Library Science, Southern Connecticut State University, 501 Crescent Street, New Haven, CT 06515-1355. SCSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN.Master's degree in Library Science, three years experience, familiar with library automation systems, $31,296-$34,426, Florida Keys Community College, (305) 296-9081. EOE/M/F/D/V.
