Position Announcement, Kansas State University Libraries KSU Libraries 04 Apr 1996 19:19 UTC
Position Announcement SERIAL CATALOGING LIBRARIAN. Kansas State University Libraries seek an enterprising professional to fill a vacancy for a Serial Cataloging Librarian in its soon-to-be merged acquisitions/cataloging department. The Libraries are a member of OCLC and utilize the Voyager library system. Management of KSU Libraries is based on collaboration in a team environment. RESPONSIBILITIES: perform original and complex copy cataloging of serial publications in a variety of formats, languages and subjects; supervise several paraprofessional staff; facilitate the serials team; lead the series authority team; and serve as the library's primary resource person on serials cataloging and provide significant input on policy and procedural decisions affecting serials control; develop cooperative and partnership relations with academic departments. Duties may be subject to change following implementation of progressive reorganization plan. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: MLS from an ALA-accredited program; 2 years serials cataloging experience in library using AACR2r, USMARC bibliographic formats, ANSI standards for serials holdings, LC classification and subject headings; familiarity with a bibliographic utility such as OCLC; excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, written and verbal communication skills; and ability to work in a collegial and rapidly changing environment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: academic library experience; demonstrated supervisory experience; demonstrated knowledge of electronic serials issues; knowledge of one or more foreign languages. SALARY: mid-high $20's; tenure-track; 12-month contract. Librarians have faculty rank and are eligible for tenure. Benefits include: 22 annual vacation days; 12 days of sick leave; Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance; choice of retirement plans. KSU Libraries utilizes Endeavor's client-based Voyager software to access OPACs, indexes, databases, Internet, etc. and in 1997 will celebrate the completion of a 28 million dollar expansion/renovation of the main library. Kansas State University, a land- grant institution with an enrollment of 19,000, is a 664-acre campus convenient to both business and residential districts. Manhattan, a community of 40,000, is located 2 hours west of Kansas City in the scenic Flint Hills of northeast Kansas. Review of applications will begin May 1, 1996. Send letter of application, resume and names, addresses and phone numbers of three work related references to M. Jean McDonald, Director of Administrative Services, Kansas State University Libraries, Manhattan, Kansas 66506. KSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. This announcement and the position description may also be found on the KSU Libraries home page: http://www.lib.ksu.edu/farrell/