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CHEMICAL ABSTRACTS,Volumes 4-57, 1910-1962. Decennial indexes 1-5. All bound, excellent condition. $3,500. Douglas L. Wilson, Dir., Henry M. Seymour Library, Knox College, Galesburg, IL 61401.

PENROSE LIBRARYof the University of Denver is publishing a bibliography of its holdings in Judaica studies. This extensive listing contains monographs and serials, in hard cover or in microform, classed in Dewey or Library of Congress or uncataloged. Materials are listed in class order and alphabetically by author. The proposed publication date is mid-July. Orders for the bibliography will be accepted immediately. The price is $5.00. Available from Director's Office, Penrose Library, University of Denver, University Park Campus, Denver, CO 80210.

WANTED TO BUY

WANTED:National Union Catalog. Author List, 1958-62. Please quote price. Sandhills Community College, Southern Pines, NC 28387.

POSITIONS WANTED

SPECIAL COLLECTIONS/MANUSCRIPTS/RARE BOOKS. Seeking responsible administrative position in forward- looking college/university, or other repository, where the need for enlightened and modern preservation measures and managerial techniques has been recognized, and the commitment made to implement them. BA, MA, English; MA, Library Science, University of Chicago. Law school. Continuing education in conservation of research library materials. 7 years' experience. Currently employed by ma¡or Eastern small university. Write Box 834, CRL, 50 E. Huron St., Chicago, IL 60611.

BUSINESS LIBRARIAN,experience in corporate records, library and microfilm desires position with responsibility. Location-Hollywood, Florida. Write Box 833, CRL News, 50 E. Huron St., Chicago, IL 60611.

POSITIONS OPEN

Administration

DIRECTOR OF LIBRARIES.Position available in the 1973- 74 academic year. Appointment involves primary responsibility for organization and management of libraries on the Stony Brook Campus (800,000 volumes; 165 staff, $3,000,000 annual budget) and coordinating development of collections and reader services for the growing campus of a ma¡or university center. Desirable characteristics include demonstrated administrative ability and experience preferably in academic libraries as well as flexibility in meeting changing library and campus conditions. Competitive salary commensurate with responsibilities and experience. Salary level: PR-5 ($20,900—$32,550) has been recommended for upgrading to PR-6 ($25,075—$38,775). Send resume to David Dilworth, Chairperson, Search Comm., Dept, of Philosophy. State University of New York at Stony Brook, Stony Brook, NY 11790. An equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY.Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge invites applications for this position. The library has holdings of approximately 1,250,000 volumes and 2,500,000 manuscripts and archival items. Salary $20,000 and up. An equal opportunity employer. Apply to Prof. John L. Loos, Chm., Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803.

DIRECTOR OF LIBRARYat 4-year college beginning new competency-based curriculum. MLS required. College library experience preferred. Position requires leadership in continued development of library in its relation to pew learning center; coordination of library science minor program. Begin September I. Minimum salary $12,000. Write to Dean Bernarda Handrup, Alverno College, Milwaukee, Wl 53215.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR PUBLIC SERVICESat Virginia's land-grant institution. A forceful, intelligent, and innovative person is needed to help resolve problems consequent from excellent book funds, increase in staffing, and expected expansion of space. The system is subject-oriented. Besides main library there are two on- campus and one off-campus branch labraries. Master's degree in librarianship plus second master's degree in sub¡ect discipline required. Since this is a key senior position, indications of supervisory and administrative expertise desired. Although salary and academic rank will be dependent on credentials, salary will be above $19,000. Contact G. A. Rudolph, Dir. of Ls., Carol M. Newman Library, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, VA 24061. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

ASSISTANT HEAD,Catalog Department. Responsibilities include the training and supervision of professional and paraprofessional cataloging staff and the development and implementation of cataloging policies. Requires substantial cataloging experience in an academic library using LC classification and demonstrated energetic leadership. Position of association librarian ($11,412-$16,020) rank, dependng on qualifications. 24 days per year vacation, sick leave, plus other fringe benefits. Apply to Clyde Baker, Asst. Univ. Ln., University of California, Davis, CA 95616.

ASSISTANT HEAD,St. Paul Campus Library. Assists in the operation and management of St. Paul campus libraries under the general direction of the head librarian. Six departmental libraries, 12 professional staff. MLS required, academic background and physical or life science ability. 12-month appointment with academic rank and privileges. Salary $ 12,750 up depending on qualifications. Contact Raymond Bohling, Asst. Dir. for Admn., Univ. of Minnesota Libraries, Minneapolis, MN 55455.

DEAN OF LIBRARY SERVICES,Evergreen State College. A staff position open Fall 1973 and reporting to the Vice-President and Provost. Requirements include master of library science or equivalent experience, 5 years’ administrative experience in an undergraduate library, some formal teaching at the undergraduate level, an understanding of technological development in library operations coupled with an understanding and appreciation of the expanding role of media technology. The position involves periodic rotation onto the teaching faculty. Salary $20,000-$25,000. Send resume by September 15, 1973 to Mr. Willie Parson, Chm., Search Committee, The Evergreen State College, Olympia, WA 98505.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR TECHNICAL SERVICES,available August I, 1973. Administer cataloging, acquisition and serials departments with a combined staff of 47, including II professionals. Required MLS, 10 years’ professional library work, at least 5 years' administrative experience in technical services area, and some familiarity with systems planning. Applications accepted only from candidates meeting minimum qualifications. Salary $ 14,000—$ 18,000 for 12-month appointment. CHIEF CATALOG LIBRARIAN, available now. Direct the work of 6 professional catalogers, 6 library assistants, and 11 clerical staff. Required MLS, 6 years’ professional library work, at least 2 in a supervisory capacity, and experience with LC classification. Desirable, although not essential, is experience in more than one library or in other technical services area and with data processing for libraries. Application will be accepted only from candidates meeting minimum qualifications. Salary $12,900-$ 14,700 for 12-month appointment. Send inquiries to John E. Keeth, Chm., Search Comm., The Library, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL 33620.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF LIBRARIESfor collection development. State University of New York at Buffalo. Responsible for coordinating the overall Collection Development of the University Libraries and supervision of a book budget of approximately $1 million. Requirements: MLS from an accredited library school; evidence of proven attainment and a continued interest in scholarship; a record of achievement in collection development in large academic or research libraries, including several years responsibility for developing substantial collections; experience in preparation of book budgets; and a thorough acquaintance with the international book trade. Salary above $18,000 and negotiable. Excellent retirement and fringe benefits. Applicants should contact: Mr. Larry Wenger, Chm., Search Comm, for Asst. Dir. for Collection Development, Law Library, SUNY/B, 77 W. Eagle St., Buffalo, NY 14202.

Cataloging

CATALOG DEPARTMENT CHAIRMAN(associate librarian). Administer operations of university library catalog department. Coordinate catalog department functions with those of other technical and public services departments. Qualifications: graduate degree from ALA-ac- credited school of library science; second master's degree in a subject area, or equivalent academic or professional achievement; 4 years' experience at the CSUC senior assistant librarian level which calls for professional specialist and/or responsibility for supervising a particular area of activity. Knowledge of MARC outputs, DP methods, machine readable data bases, new and probable future bibliographic organization and control. Salary: $13,644-$16,608. Apply to Louis A. Kenney, Dir. of Ls., Malcolm A. Love Library, California State University, San Diego, CA 92115.

CATALOG LIBRARIAN,position available January I, 1974. Duties: catalog documents and serials. Education: professional library degree. Experience: preferably 2 years' experience cataloging with LC. Conditions of work: 21 working days annual vacation, social security, state teachers' retirement. Salary starting at $8,500 depending on qualifications. The university: enrollment about 8,000, faculty of over 400. The library: new building, professional staff of 17. Total staff in FTE of 50. Total book collection over 550,000. The community: population about 18,000. Situated in large, beautiful valley at the headwaters of the Missouri River. Sunny and pleasant climate. Fishing, hunting, horseback riding, biking, skiing. 90 miles north of Yellowstone National Park. We are an equal opportunity employer. Apply to Miss Alice McClain, Dr. of Ls., Montana State University, Bozeman, MT 59715; (406) 994-3119.

Multiple

WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES,Detroit, has the following vacancies: LAW LIBRARY CATALOGER. Responsible for cataloging and classifying all treatises. Involves classification, descriptive cataloging, subject cataloging. Responsibility for supervison of 2 full-time paraprofessionals + part-time student assistants. Required: fifth-year library degree from accredited library school; proven competency in cataloging in field of law; some training in legal bibliography desirable, but not essential. Salary: $11,249-$14,493 depending on qualifications and experience. ASSISTANT ACQUISITIONS LIBRARIAN. Assists head of acquisitions department in supervision and training of staff of 31, including 5 professionals, in departmental operation, especially precatalog searching, standing orders, and payment processes. Responsible for department in absence of head. Other responsibilities include library committee work and several hours per month of public service at catalog assistant desk, including occasional late evenings and weekends. Required: fifth-year library degree from accredited library school; minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in acquisitions; business training or experience desirable. Salary: $11,249-$ 14,493 depending on qualifications and experience. General: Contractual status: initial contract 3 years; eligible for continuing contract (tenure) thereafter. Academic status, with all of material prequ¡sites thereof. Fringe benefits: TIAA/CREF retirement plan; social security; health, hospital, and life insurance partially subsidized; liberal sick leave. Wayne State University is an equal opportunity employer. Write to Robert T. Grazier, Assoc. Dir., Wayne State University Libraries, Detroit, Ml 48202.

UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA. ACQUISITIONS DEPARTMENT HEAD:Minimum of 4 years' experience in acquisitions with cataloging and administrative experience. Knowledge of languages other than English. Book budget of $895,000. Staff of 2 librarians and 15 library assistants. Salary $12,000 per annum. 35-hour work week, 22 working days vacation. SERIALS DEPARTMENT HEAD: minimum of 4 years' experience in serials, including serials cataloging. Administrative experience desirable. Staff of 2 librarians, II library assistants and some part-time help. Department provides order and precatalog information, receives and records current periodicals and catalogs all serials. Salary $12,000 per annum. 35-hour work week, 22 working days vacation. Apply with vitae to Mr. Skynner, Assoc. Dir. for Tech. Servs., Elizabeth Dafoe Library, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.

Reference

SCIENCE REFERENCE LIBRARIAN.Science background and experience in science library required. Salary dependent on experience and recommendations (upwards from $9,500). Faculty status, TIAA/CREF. Washington State University is an equal opportunity employer. Send resume to Dr. G. Donald Smith, Dir. of Ls., Washington State University Library, Pullman, WA 99163.

Subject Specialists

RARE BOOK BIBLIOGRAPHER.Position includes acquisition, cataloging, and reference with emphasis on public service. Library science and subject master's degrees required; sub¡ect background in humanities or social sciences. Experience in rare books and supervisory ability required. Effective August I, 1973. Salary $9,500. Send resume to R. Max Willocks, Asst. Dir., Syracuse University Libraries, Syracuse, NY 13210. An equal opportunity employer.

EDUCATION LIBRARIAN.Training and/or experience in education, familiarity with curriculum materials and juvenile literature required. Salary dependent on experience and recommendations (upwards from $9,500). Washington State University is an equal opportunity employer. Faculty status. TIAA/CREF. Send resume to Dr. G. Donald Smith, Dir. of Ls., Washington State University, Pullman, WA 99163.

GIFTS AND EXCHANGE LIBRARIAN.Immediate appointment at assistant or associate librarian rank, salary range $8,906-$16,380 depending on background and experience. Organize and administer gifts and exchange programs in acquisitions department. Supervise two paraprofessionals. Experience in G/E a requisite, plus MLS and demonstrated organizational ability. Facility in foreign languages desirable. Call or write Library Personnel Director, University of California at Irvine, Irvine, CA 92664; (714) 833-5214.

ARCHITECTURE AND FINE ARTS LIBRARYrequires a librarian to provide reference and related services to the students and faculty of the School of Art and the Faculty of Architecture, which includes the departments of Environmental Studies, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, City Planning, and Interior Design. Also meeting the needs of other scholars on campus for materials in these disciplines, the library houses a collection of 27,000 volumes, receives over 300 periodical titles and administers ancillary collections of art reproductions, maps, pamphlets, etc. Applicants should have relevant sub¡ect experience and resourcefulness. Position available August 15, 1973. Salary $9,000 minimum. Apply to Peter Anthony, Architecture and Fine Arts Library, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Canada R3T 2N2.

ACADEMIC APPOINTEEto supervise geology branch library of land-grant institution. Master's degree in librarianship and degree or training in the geological sciences required. Salary is dependent on credentials, but should be above $11,000. Contact G. A. Rudolph, Dir. of Ls., Carl M. Newman Library, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, VA 24061. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

BIBLIOGRAPHY LIBRARIAN.Work with faculty in collection development and information services, primarily in business and economics. O.P. work. MLS or sub¡ect master's required. College or university library experience desired. Salary approximately $10,000. Faculty rank. Apply to Gay D. Henderson, Asst. Dean, Wright State University Library, Dayton, OH 45431. An equal opportunity employer.

SERIALS BIBLIOGRAPHER.Coordinate all acquisitions of serials. Work closely with faculty on collection development. Involvement in OCLC Serials System. MLS required. College or university library serials experience required. Experience with automated systems helpful. Faculty rank. Salary approximately $10,000. Apply Gay D. Henderson, Asst. Dean, Wright State University Library, Dayton, OH 45431. An equal opportunity employer.

FINE ARTS LIBRARIAN: MUSIC.Organize, administer and develop the music resources of university library. Staff of civil service and student library assistants; collections of monographs, phonorecords, scores, and periodicals; and listening facilities. Work with music research collections, campus of 12,000 students with music department offering Bachelor of Music and Master of Music degrees. Position available August I, 1973. Rank to associate professor and salary $ 10,000 or higher, depending on qualifications. 12-month contract with month vacation. Free health, hospitalization, and life insurance. Illinois State Universities Retirement System. Significant related experience and/or training and graduate library science degree minimum requirements. Inquiries and resumes to George C. Grant, Assoc. Dir. for Pub. Services, Love¡oy Library, Southern Illinois University, Ed- wardsville, IL 62025.

Technical Services

SIR GEORGE WILLIAMS UNIVERSITYinvites applications for assistant university librarian for technical services responsible for the technical services division which consists of the acquisitions and cataloging departments with a full-time staff of 61 of whom 9 are professional librarians. The successful applicant will have at least 5 years of experience in technical services areas, demonstrated administrative ability, and experience as a department head or the equivalent. Fluency in the French language is an asset. Graduation from an accredited graduate school of library science is required. Starting salary dependent on education and experience but not less than $1.6,500. Position available August 1973. Please send application with curriculum vitae to University Librarian, Sir George Williams University, 1455 de Maison- neuve Blvd. West, Montreal 107, Quebec, Canada.

TECHNICAL SERVICE DIVISION LIBRARIAN.Bibliographical knowledge and familiarity with foreign languages required. Salary dependent on experience and recommendations (upwards from $9,500). Faculty status. TIAA/CREF. Send resume to Dr. G. Donald Smith, Dir. of Ls., Washington State University, Pullman, WA 99163. We are an equal opportunity employer.

ASSISTANT LIBRARIANfor technical services. University of Southern California Libraries. The assistant university librarian for technical services has direct administrative responsibility for acquisitions, gifts and exchange, catalog, serials, and bindery, and automation of the library's internal functions. He also participates in overall planning, budgeting, and staff development. Qualifications: substantial experience in academic libraries with an emphasis on technical services operations and the use of systems and automation techniques, and a master's in library science. Minimum salary is $18,000. Available September I, 1973. Send resume to Administrative Assistant, University of Southern California Library, Librarian's Office, University Park, Los Angeles, CA 90007.