Job posting: Cataloging and Electronic Resources Librarian (Little Rock, AR) Mark Stoffan 10 Jun 2008 00:21 UTC
UALR CATALOGING AND ELECTRONIC RESOURCES LIBRARIAN The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR) invites applications for the position of Cataloging and Electronic Resources Librarian, req #: 539, a faculty appointment with rank leading to tenure. The successful candidate will provide leadership and expertise in all issues relating to the cataloging of electronic resources, original materials, and other special formats. All library faculty are responsible for working collaboratively to achieve University and Library goals and objectives. In addition, faculty members must meet the requirements for tenure and promotion. This position will be responsible for the following: perform original and complex adaptive cataloging in all formats, including electronic resources, following national standards and local practices; collaborate with staff to develop policies and procedures for maximizing patron access to electronic resources and other materials; develop bibliographic descriptions, assign subject headings and classification numbers for input into OCLC and Millennium.; resolve database maintenance problems and provide training, direction and support to paraprofessional staff in performing cataloging and data maintenance procedures; serve as a liaison to vendors and obtain records for import/export; maintain knowledge of current cataloging practices and bibliographic access. Reports to the Head of Cataloging. The following qualifications are required: ALA-accredited MLS degree; recent professional cataloging experience; knowledge of issues and trends in electronic resources and special formats cataloging; demonstrated knowledge of current cataloging rules and standards including AACR2rev, LCSH, MARC formats, and LC classification; awareness of current trends and developments in cataloging and metadata schemas; demonstrated excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work independently. Additional qualifications preferred: reading knowledge of one or more Western European languages; experience using Innovative Interfaces, Inc.'s Millennium ILS system; experience with Open URL resolvers ; experience working with vendors on data quality issues. For more detailed information visit the library homepage <http://library.ualr.edu/> http://library.ualr.edu or UALR homepage <http://www.ualr.edu> http://www.ualr.edu. Benefits include; TIAA/CREF (University match up to 10%), and partially paid medical and dental insurance plans; life, disability, and long-term care insurance available, liberal tuition remission, 22 days paid vacation plus holidays. To apply: submit a letter of application (reference req #: 539), and addressing the above qualifications; curriculum vitae; name, address, phone and e-mail information of three references to: Suzanne Martin, Director of Administrative Services, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Ottenheimer Library, 2801 S. University, Little Rock, AR 72204. Electronic submissions are preferred at <mailto:csmartin@ualr.edu> csmartin@ualr.edu include req #: 539 in the subject line or fax to: 501-569-8814 or phone 501-569-8805. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity, affirmative action and actively seeks the candidacy of minorities, women and person with disabilities. Under Arkansas law, all applications are subject to disclosure. Persons hired must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Mark A. Stoffan, MA, MLIS Director of Technical Services and Technology Ottenheimer Library University of Arkansas at Little Rock 2801 S. University Ave. Little Rock, AR 72204-1099 501-569-8640 (office) 501-773-8068 (cell) <mailto:mastoffan@ualr.edu> mastoffan@ualr.edu